Photo of a small mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, orange floor and white benchtop.

кухня ЖК Утёсов

J-UNO

Large industrial u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, orange cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, orange floor and black benchtop.

AMBIENTE CUCINA: ARREDAMENTO D'INTERNI & RESTYLING

Chiara Claudi - FIRENZE HOME DESIGN

This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall kitchen in Florence with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, no island, grey benchtop, a single-bowl sink and orange floor.

Bold Mediterranean Kitchen in Narberth

Airy Kitchens

Photos by Rebecca McAlpin
Small mediterranean galley eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island and orange floor.

mediterranes leben und italienisch genießen

Oliver Kuty Photography

Oliver Kuty
This is an example of a large mediterranean single-wall eat-in kitchen in Naples with open cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, white appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island and orange floor.

Appartement aux tendances Ethniques

ADN HOME Architecture et décoration d' intérieur

Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped kitchen in Paris with quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, terra-cotta floors, orange floor, white benchtop, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, no island, a farmhouse sink and white appliances.

Rénovation d'une maison ouvrière à Strasbourg

Julian Perez PHOTOGRAPHE

Julian Perez © 2018 Houzz
Photo of a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Strasbourg with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, timber splashback, black appliances, no island and orange floor.

Perspektive

Rehform Tischlerei

Super Alternative zur Dunstabzughaube: der Ozonos liegt auf dem obersten Regalboden und reinigt die Luft, fast besser als jeder Dunstabzug
Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Cologne with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, orange floor and brown benchtop.

Duplex SoPi

Source Architecture

This is an example of a small contemporary galley separate kitchen in Paris with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, grey splashback, black appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, orange floor and grey benchtop.

Nollet - Rénovation partielle / 70m2

Studio Zerck

Photo of a small traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with a farmhouse sink, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, ceramic splashback, ceramic floors, orange floor, brown benchtop, beaded inset cabinets, white splashback, black appliances and no island.

Kitchens

CG Allan Interior Architecture + Design LLC

Design ideas for a transitional kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island and orange floor.

Classic inset kitchen

Dan Lenner, CMKBD @ Morris Black Designs

I designed and photographed this kitchen. Signature Custom Cabinetry, Colonial door style, plain inset with concealed hinges.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, tile benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, orange floor and white benchtop.

SieMatic Küche auf Amrum; die Perle der Nordsee

Küchen Am Wall GmbH

Amrum, die Perle der Nordsee. In den letzten Tagen durften wir ein wunderschönes Küchenprojekt auf Amrum realisieren. SieMatic Küche SE2002RFS in lotusweiss, mit massiver Eichenholz Arbeitsplatte. Edelstahlgriff #179.

кухня ЖК Утёсов

J-UNO

Photo of a large industrial u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, orange cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, orange floor and black benchtop.

San Guido dopo restyling

Suman Homestaging & Interior Restyling

cucina dopo restyling
Design ideas for a mediterranean eat-in kitchen in Florence with a farmhouse sink, marble benchtops, terra-cotta floors, no island, orange floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Bold Mediterranean Kitchen in Narberth

Airy Kitchens

Muskoka Cottage & Boathouse

Attainable Solutions Inc.

This is an example of a small beach style u-shaped separate kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, orange floor, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback and no island.

Spanish Casita by the Sea | Baja California

Leanne Michael L U X E lifestyle design

This casita was completely renovated from floor to ceiling in preparation of Airbnb short term romantic getaways. The color palette of teal green, blue and white was brought to life with curated antiques that were stripped of their dark stain colors, collected fine linens, fine plaster wall finishes, authentic Turkish rugs, antique and custom light fixtures, original oil paintings and moorish chevron tile and Moroccan pattern choices.

Maison

Atelier Anagramme

Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Toulouse with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, black appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, orange floor and beige benchtop.

Craftsman Custom Kitchen

C&K Custom Remodeling Inc.

This kitchen in a 1911 Craftsman home has taken on a new life full of color and personality. Inspired by the client’s colorful taste and the homes of her family in The Philippines, we leaned into the wild for this design. The first thing the client told us is that she wanted terra cotta floors and green countertops. Beyond this direction, she wanted a place for the refrigerator in the kitchen since it was originally in the breakfast nook. She also wanted a place for waste receptacles, to be able to reach all the shelves in her cabinetry, and a special place to play Mahjong with friends and family. The home presented some challenges in that the stairs go directly over the space where we wanted to move the refrigerator. The client also wanted us to retain the built-ins in the dining room that are on the opposite side of the range wall, as well as the breakfast nook built ins. The solution to these problems were clear to us, and we quickly got to work. We lowered the cabinetry in the refrigerator area to accommodate the stairs above, as well as closing off the unnecessary door from the kitchen to the stairs leading to the second floor. We utilized a recycled body porcelain floor tile that looks like terra cotta to achieve the desired look, but it is much easier to upkeep than traditional terra cotta. In the breakfast nook we used bold jungle themed wallpaper to create a special place that feels connected, but still separate, from the kitchen for the client to play Mahjong in or enjoy a cup of coffee. Finally, we utilized stair pullouts by all the upper cabinets that extend to the ceiling to ensure that the client can reach every shelf.

Kitchen with no Island and Orange Floor 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!