An older Germantown home is given a makeover for the new millennium that includes just a hint in Millennial Pink. 21st century amenities like a double oven range, french door refrigerator, and large storage pantry will stand the test of time.

Small Moscow Apartment

Фотограф Кристина Никишина

Design ideas for a contemporary eat-in kitchen in Moscow with blue cabinets, no island and blue benchtop.

Custom 2895

G.J. Gardner Homes Tulare County

Inspiration for a traditional kitchen in Other with yellow cabinets, tile benchtops, white appliances, no island and blue benchtop.

Casa M+L

Mayer e Bertok architetti associati

Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, no island, beige floor and blue benchtop.

Light maple contemporary kitchen

Dan Lenner, CMKBD @ Morris Black Designs

This is a remodeled kitchen in an A-frame home. Space was very limited, but with cabinetry run to the ceiling it actually seems larger than it was. The wave textured orange glass tiles provide a bright splash of color.

LaMesa Tiny House Update

Margaret Dean at Design Studio West

This 1949, 1020 SF home was in need of an update to better suite the needs of the owners. As empty nesters, the couple wanted better storage, flow and livability. This project entailed design and construction on the entire home. We took one of the three bedrooms and split it to enlarge the tiny bathroom and to create a walk in closet. The new bath is accessible from both the Primary Bedroom closet and the main living room. The original Primary Bedroom Closet was closed off from the bedroom and opened into the kitchen to create a step-in pantry complete with wine storage unit. The new pantry keeps the kitchen free of counter top clutter. The kitchen remained in the same footprint as the original kitchen but moved the range to the sink run. This allowed better flow through the kitchen to the outside entertainment area. The cabinet depth on the pantry side of the kitchen is narrower than normal to allow a better walk through. Beverly Blue kitchen counter. Tile from Arizona Tile. Gioia Ash kitchen backsplash tile. Kitchen paint, Dunn Edwards, Covered in Platinum. Bertazzoni range, hood, and refrigerator

квартира на Рублёвском шоссе

K+K interiors

Photo of a small industrial u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, porcelain floors, no island, white floor and blue benchtop.

I've got the Blues

Meredith Hayward Richard

Do you have the blues? Well this kitchen design certainly does! Incorporated in the design is the Schuler cherry cabinetry, with door style Sugar Creek, has been paired with Sensa’s Blue Pearl granite. To fully capture the “blue theme”, we added Elida’s Skylight Glass Subway tile throughout the walls and Elida’s Skylight Glass Hexagon Mosaic, where the range hood and stove is located. All appliances in the kitchen are Samsung’s in color Black Stainless Steel. The cabinetry pulls are color Black Bronze provided from Schuler. All in all, the client is not in the blues when it comes to their newly remodeled

ПРОЕКТ КВАРТИРА В ПЕРЕДЕЛКИНО, МОСКВА (реализация)

Interior designers Pavel and Svetlana Alekseeva

This is an example of a contemporary eat-in kitchen in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, blue splashback, no island, multi-coloured floor and blue benchtop.

Paris 5ème

SoLeo

This is an example of a small contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and blue benchtop.

Rockport Cottage Conversion

WORKS by Jesse DeBenedictis, LLC

This kitchen design of this Rockport Cottage Conversion uses a blue with a shaker look cabinet. The homeowners selected a blue glass hardware to keep with the modern coastal feel.

Millennial Makeover

User

Installations: Kitchen Designs

Clayton Tile

Photos: Angela Zion
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury single-wall separate kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, grey floor and blue benchtop.

Whole kitchen renovation

Guru Granite

Guru Granite completed this whole kitchen renovation in Solon, Ohio on-budget with a 3 week timeline. As the general contractor we removed the existing cabinets and floors, relocated the stove and refrigerator, installed new cabinets, lighting, appliances, glass subway tile, trim, and gorgeous Calcite countertops. The light blue and grey glass tile, glass front cabinet doors, glass hardware, and yellow & blue Caraibica countertops give this kitchen a beachy-feel.

Modern Frontier- Texas Ranch House

Mary Anne Smiley Interiors

Danny Piassick
Inspiration for an expansive midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, glass benchtops, beige splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island and blue benchtop.

MD Home

Taylor + Taylor

Mid-sized u-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, glass benchtops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, beige floor and blue benchtop.

Kitchen Blues

EL Design Studio

This Rego Park apartment remodel consisted of a traditional white kitchen, with modern aspects all driven by the 'Skye' blue Cambria Quartz countertop. Balanced with a white frosted glass backsplash and chrome finishes from the fixtures, appliances and hardware to give it the necessary flow and allow the top to do all the talking.

The New Prairie

Barley|Pfeiffer Architecture

Our inspiration for this home was an updated and refined approach to Frank Lloyd Wright’s “Prairie-style”; one that responds well to the harsh Central Texas heat. By DESIGN we achieved soft balanced and glare-free daylighting, comfortable temperatures via passive solar control measures, energy efficiency without reliance on maintenance-intensive Green “gizmos” and lower exterior maintenance. The client’s desire for a healthy, comfortable and fun home to raise a young family and to accommodate extended visitor stays, while being environmentally responsible through “high performance” building attributes, was met. Harmonious response to the site’s micro-climate, excellent Indoor Air Quality, enhanced natural ventilation strategies, and an elegant bug-free semi-outdoor “living room” that connects one to the outdoors are a few examples of the architect’s approach to Green by Design that results in a home that exceeds the expectations of its owners. Photo by Mark Adams Media

PIT

MLT Interni

Cucina su misura con struttura in legno lamellare e finiture delle ante e del piano in laminato HPL, il colore blu profondo caratterizza il mobile basso, mentre il bianco, a contrasto, è stato scelto per i pensili, alti fino al plafone

Hillcrest Kitchen Remodel

G. Christianson Construction, Inc.

This Kitchen fixtures really complement the style of the home. The iridescent countertops are a stunning focal point, and the copper slate backsplash is full height to give the Kitchen its finishing touch. All of this is complemented by the hammered copper farmhouse sink and glass pendant over it.

Kitchen with no Island and Blue Benchtop 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!