Glazed oak cabinet with LED lights painted in Farrow & Ball Chappell Green maximise the space by making the most of the high ceilings. The unified colour also creates a more spacious feeling. Pine table with chapel chair hint at the origins of the house as an old chapel with the limestone flooring adding to the rustic feel.

Lombardy Lane, Laguna Beach

Clark Collins - Collins Design & Development

Photo by Grey Crawford
Photo of a small beach style galley kitchen in Orange County with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, black splashback, dark hardwood floors and no island.

NUOVA ZONA GIORNO AD ALBIGNASEGO

Francesca Endrizzi architetto interior designer

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Modern Moroccan Passover Kitchen

BK Interior Designs LLC

This Passover kitchen was designed as a secondary space for cooking. The design includes Moroccan-inspired motifs on the ceramic backsplash and ties seamlessly with the black iron light fixture. Since the kitchen is used one week to a month per year, and to keep the project budget-friendly, we opted for laminate countertops with a concrete look as an alternative to stone. The 33-inch drop-in stainless steel sink is thoughtfully located by the only window with a view of the lovely backyard. Because the space is small and closed in, LED undercabinet lighting was essential to making the surface space practical for basic tasks.

All Black Kitchen

Consilium B LLC

ALl Black Kitchen in Black Fenix, with recessed Handles in Black and 12mm Fenix Top
Small industrial galley separate kitchen in Atlanta with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, black splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, black benchtop and coffered.

Ático DT

FFWD Arquitectes

Small contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Barcelona with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Salisbury

Haus12 Interiors

Credit: Peter Atkinson Photography
This is an example of a small contemporary galley kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, painted wood floors, no island, white floor and black benchtop.

New galley kitchen

Tim Andersen Architect

New galley kitchen fits existing footprint without changes to the exterior. The plan was tweaked, changing doors and removing a brick flue, but had little impact on adjoining dining and living rooms.

Kitchen Design Ideas

Allen Kitchen & Bath

Architect: Thompson Naylor | Interiors: Jessica Risko Smith | Photo by: Jim Bartsch | Built by Allen
Inspiration for a small traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Santa Barbara with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island and beige floor.

Mountain Traditional 1

Jensen Design

Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with black splashback, a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and no island.

White Transitional Kitchen

Caves Kitchens

Inspiration for a small transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and no island.

Kitchen Cabinets

CleanLine Painting

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

Contemporary Apartment Bay and Bloor

Toronto Interior Design Group

Gillian Jackson
Design ideas for a small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island, black splashback and brown floor.

Raised oven

Gary Brown Homes LLC

Photo of a small arts and crafts galley eat-in kitchen in Kansas City with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

Ocean View Penthouse

Sarah Barnard Design LLC

Natural wood, rattan and stone accessories make this modern kitchen lively and fun. Photo by: Brad Nicol
Design ideas for a small contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island and black splashback.

Wilshire

Sandra Fox Interiors

Inspiration for a contemporary separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, black splashback, cork floors, no island and brown floor.

Finished & Ongoing projects, Scottsdale, AZ

Bayside Home Improvement LLC

In this beautifully crafted home, the living spaces blend contemporary aesthetics with comfort, creating an environment of relaxed luxury. As you step into the living room, the eye is immediately drawn to the panoramic view framed by the floor-to-ceiling glass doors, which seamlessly integrate the outdoors with the indoors. The serene backdrop of the ocean sets a tranquil scene, while the modern fireplace encased in elegant marble provides a sophisticated focal point. The kitchen is a chef's delight with its state-of-the-art appliances and an expansive island that doubles as a breakfast bar and a prepping station. White cabinetry with subtle detailing is juxtaposed against the marble backsplash, lending the space both brightness and depth. Recessed lighting ensures that the area is well-lit, enhancing the reflective surfaces and creating an inviting ambiance for both cooking and social gatherings. Transitioning to the bathroom, the space is a testament to modern luxury. The freestanding tub acts as a centerpiece, inviting relaxation amidst a spa-like atmosphere. The walk-in shower, enclosed by clear glass, is accentuated with a marble surround that matches the vanity top. Well-appointed fixtures and recessed shelving add both functionality and a sleek aesthetic to the bathroom. Each design element has been meticulously selected to provide a sanctuary of sophistication and comfort. This home represents a marriage of elegance and pragmatism, ensuring that each room is not just a sight to behold but also a space to live and create memories in.

Lofty Ambitions

Bilotta Kitchen & Home

This project was a gut renovation of a loft on Park Ave. South in Manhattan – it’s the personal residence of Andrew Petronio, partner at KA Design Group. Bilotta Senior Designer, Jeff Eakley, has worked with KA Design for 20 years. When it was time for Andrew to do his own kitchen, working with Jeff was a natural choice to bring it to life. Andrew wanted a modern, industrial, European-inspired aesthetic throughout his NYC loft. The allotted kitchen space wasn’t very big; it had to be designed in such a way that it was compact, yet functional, to allow for both plenty of storage and dining. Having an island look out over the living room would be too heavy in the space; instead they opted for a bar height table and added a second tier of cabinets for extra storage above the walls, accessible from the black-lacquer rolling library ladder. The dark finishes were selected to separate the kitchen from the rest of the vibrant, art-filled living area – a mix of dark textured wood and a contrasting smooth metal, all custom-made in Bilotta Collection Cabinetry. The base cabinets and refrigerator section are a horizontal-grained rift cut white oak with an Ebony stain and a wire-brushed finish. The wall cabinets are the focal point – stainless steel with a dark patina that brings out black and gold hues, picked up again in the blackened, brushed gold decorative hardware from H. Theophile. The countertops by Eastern Stone are a smooth Black Absolute; the backsplash is a black textured limestone from Artistic Tile that mimics the finish of the base cabinets. The far corner is all mirrored, elongating the room. They opted for the all black Bertazzoni range and wood appliance panels for a clean, uninterrupted run of cabinets. Designer: Jeff Eakley with Andrew Petronio partner at KA Design Group. Photographer: Stefan Radtke

Relooking total cuisine démodée en un espace design et épuré

JLDecorr

L'ancienne cuisine laquée rouge a laissé place à une cuisine design et épurée, aux lignes pures et aux matériaux naturels, tel que le béton ciré , le bois ou encore l'ardoise et la couleur tendance: le vert L'idée première pour la rénovation de cette cuisine était d'enlever la couleur laquée rouge de l'ancienne cuisine, les caissons étant en bon état, juste les portes ont été changées. Cuisine IKEA verte et noire, plan de travail béton ciré, crédence ardoise - Jeanne Pezeril Décoratrice UFDI Montauban GrenadeCuisine IKEA verte et noire, plan de travail béton ciré, crédence ardoise - Jeanne Pezeril Décoratrice UFDI Montauban Grenade Cuisine IKEA verte et noire, plan de travail béton ciré, crédence ardoise - Jeanne Pezeril Décoratrice UFDI Montauban Grenade Les portes : le choix de la couleur s'est fait naturellement ayant eu un coup de cœur pour le coloris vert BODARP IKEA , la texture velours à fini de me décider pour ce modèle! Les poignées très design ont été commandées séparément car je souhaitais une ligne pure pour souligner le plan de travail et la couleur des portes Les placards supplémentaire ont été créés afin de monter jusqu'au plafond et ainsi optimiser l'espace; ajout également de placards dans le retour Bar Cuisine IKEA verte et noire, plan de travail béton ciré, crédence ardoise - Jeanne Pezeril Décoratrice UFDI Montauban GrenadeCuisine IKEA verte et noire, plan de travail béton ciré, crédence ardoise - Jeanne Pezeril Décoratrice UFDI Montauban Grenade Cuisine IKEA verte et noire, plan de travail béton ciré, crédence ardoise - Jeanne Pezeril Décoratrice UFDI Montauban Grenade Le retour Bar a été complétement créé, en effet l'ilot central en haricot, un peu démodé, a été supprimé, pour laisser place à un grand plan Bar en chêne massif traité à la résiné époxy pou un maximum de facilité d'entretien. Des placards supplémentaires ont ainsi pu être créés et un grand plan de travail également Les luminaires ont été ajoutés au dessus du bar afin de souligner cet espace La crédence en ardoise a été posée sur tout le tour du plan de travail qui lui a été travaillé en béton ciré noir L'association des ces deux matières naturelles matchent bien, leur couleur étant irrégulières et profondes Le mur noir côté fenêtre apporte du caractère à la pièce et souligne la crédence et le bois , Les stores vénitiens en bois viennent donner le rappel du bois massif de l'alcôve et du bar Cuisine IKEA verte et noire, plan de travail béton ciré, crédence ardoise - Jeanne Pezeril Décoratrice UFDI Montauban GrenadeCuisine IKEA verte et noire, plan de travail béton ciré, crédence ardoise - Jeanne Pezeril Décoratrice UFDI Montauban Grenade Cuisine IKEA verte et noire, plan de travail béton ciré, crédence ardoise - Jeanne Pezeril Décoratrice UFDI Montauban Grenade L'alcôve déjà présente dans l'ancienne cuisine a été conservé et agrandi afin d'y insérer de la déco et créer un bac végétal pour des plantes aromatiques par exemple. De l'éclairage a été mis en place afin de mettre en valeur la décoration de l'alcôve mais aussi un luminaire spécifique aux plantes afin de leur permettent de pousser dans de bonnes conditions. Les tabourets quand à eux, ont été dessinés par moi même et créé par un artisan métallier sur mesure

Rénovation appartement dans le 8ème

Stephane Vasco

This is an example of a transitional single-wall kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, black splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Kitchen with Black Splashback and no Island Design Ideas

There’s a lot to consider when it comes to planning your kitchen design. Where do you even start? Gathering some inspiration in a photo gallery is always a good starting point, as looking at different kitchen designs often brings up ideas you haven’t even thought of yet.

Browse Photos of Kitchen Designs for Inspiration and Collect Your Ideas

You can browse through photos of all kinds of kitchen styles, layouts and sizes on Houzz to get started before jumping into any design software or contacting a local professional for help. Here’s a few considerations to keep in mind when planning your kitchen.

1. What Makes a Good Kitchen Design, and Why is it Important?

For starters, you want to find a balance between aesthetics and function. You may have heard of the ‘kitchen work triangle’, which refers to the space between your fridge, sink and stove. You want everything within easy reach when you’re working in the kitchen and look beautiful at the same time. It’s a good idea to take note of both when browsing our photo gallery.

2. Consider Your Space to Determine Your Kitchen Layout

Firstly, consider the space you have, and the limitations that come with it. Do you have a small kitchen and need to maximise your workspace and storage? Can you allow yourself some more space and a big island with seating? Are you designing your kitchen from scratch or renovating an existing design? Which appliances do you already own and what are their measurements? Are there windows you need to take into consideration when planning cabinets? How do kitchen, living and dining areas connect? Depending on your space and needs, you want to use a shape that suits you. U, G, or L-shaped kitchen, with or without island or peninsula? Know your dimensions, plan cabinetry carefully and consider the placement of your appliances. You don’t want to end up with a finished design, only for your significant other to question where the fridge is supposed to go. Consider from the start where your fridge, oven, microwave and sink goes to save yourself from starting again from scratch - remember the kitchen work triangle! You also want to plan the layout of your cabinets. Maybe you’re planning for a pantry and can do with less storage space in your kitchen, so that your design can be one without upper or lower cabinets for a different look. A corner cabinet can be a smart storage solution if you want to keep the look clean and simple.

3. Decide on a Kitchen Style, But Don’t Forget Practicality

You want the style of your kitchen to reflect your personality and taste. We have curated a large array of kitchen styles here at Houzz, from traditional to contemporary to transitional and everything in between. Consider what your cooking style is for a start - Italy is known for its cuisine, so italian kitchen designs are generally popular. Also consider ergonomics - depending on how much time you spend in your kitchen, the height of your counters can make a big difference to your overall health. You also want to consider colour and finishes of cabinets, countertops and splashbacks. Which colour do you want your cupboards to be? Simple, timeless white or rather making a statement in black? Maybe rather a rustic wood? Also consider the colour of your floor - if you have dark floors, you may want to keep cabinets lighter. You could also go for an all-white look and choose black appliances for contrast. Once you know which style you fancy, don’t forget how you will be using the space. You want to keep cooking in mind, as well as how easy to clean and maintain the space will be. How many cooks do you need to accommodate? Do you have kids around? How much storage do you need? Maybe you want to go for open shelves rather than cabinets and allow for easy reach of key items you use when cooking. Again - remember the triangle! Lastly, choose lighting that both enhances the look of your kitchen as well as your cooking performance, providing light in all the right places.

4. Be Conscious of Your Budget

No matter what you plan for your kitchen design, cost is always a big factor. Be sure to plan with your budget in mind. It may make more sense to go for a modular kitchen design rather than custom build. You can save a lot of money if you get at least 3 estimates from professionals before locking in the job. And don’t forget to allow a 20% buffer for emergencies. Once you are ready to hire a pro, our directory will help you find one, no matter where you are. So whether you're looking for an Interior Designer in Melbourne or an Architect in Sydney, you can be sure to find a qualified expert for the job!