Au cœur de la place du Pin à Nice, cet appartement autrefois sombre et délabré a été métamorphosé pour faire entrer la lumière naturelle. Nous avons souhaité créer une architecture à la fois épurée, intimiste et chaleureuse. Face à son état de décrépitude, une rénovation en profondeur s’imposait, englobant la refonte complète du plancher et des travaux de réfection structurale de grande envergure. L’une des transformations fortes a été la dépose de la cloison qui séparait autrefois le salon de l’ancienne chambre, afin de créer un double séjour. D’un côté une cuisine en bois au design minimaliste s’associe harmonieusement à une banquette cintrée, qui elle, vient englober une partie de la table à manger, en référence à la restauration. De l’autre côté, l’espace salon a été peint dans un blanc chaud, créant une atmosphère pure et une simplicité dépouillée. L’ensemble de ce double séjour est orné de corniches et une cimaise partiellement cintrée encadre un miroir, faisant de cet espace le cœur de l’appartement. L’entrée, cloisonnée par de la menuiserie, se détache visuellement du double séjour. Dans l’ancien cellier, une salle de douche a été conçue, avec des matériaux naturels et intemporels. Dans les deux chambres, l’ambiance est apaisante avec ses lignes droites, la menuiserie en chêne et les rideaux sortants du plafond agrandissent visuellement l’espace, renforçant la sensation d’ouverture et le côté épuré.

Husk Bristol Showroom Kitchen

Husk

Photographer - Brett Charles
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor and beige benchtop.

West End Avenue Kitchen

atmosphere kitchen and bath

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern galley separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, terrazzo benchtops, white splashback and stone tile splashback.

RENOVATION APPARTEMENT 60 M2 RUE LAMARTINE

Studio Céline Poulfort

Small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Сталинка на Курской

Buro 19.23

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, blue splashback, no island, grey benchtop and terrazzo benchtops.

Cuina Sant Joan

AZ estudi - Arquitectura y Reformas

La reforma de la cuina es basa en una renovació total del mobiliari, parets, paviment i sostre; a la vegada es guanya espai movent una paret i transformant una porta batent en una porta corredissa. El resultat es el d’una cuina pràctica i optimitzada, alhora, el conjunt de materials segueix la mateixa sintonia. La reforma de la cocina se basa en una renovación total del mobiliario, paredes, pavimento y techo; a la vez se gana espacio moviendo una pared y transformando una puerta batiente por una puerta corredera. El resultado es el de una cocina práctica y optimizada, a la vez, el conjunto de materiales sigue la misma sintonía.

Milford Apartment

Jessica Chloe Photography

Jessica Chloe Gernat
Inspiration for a small midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Auckland with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, white appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

B70a - Hamburg Blankenese

EMMA B. HOME

Design ideas for a contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Hamburg with flat-panel cabinets, pink cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, beige splashback, no island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Mediterranean Kitchen: Terracotta and Brass

Plank Hardware

As evenings get darker, introduce a taste of the Mediterranean to your culinary space. Choose cabinets in warm, earthy tones (such as Terra from HUSK's new Natura range), then set it off with confident hardware. Enter our FOLD Collection. Embracing a shift to statement design details in the kitchen space, this range comprises bold, circular forms that are manufactured from solid sheet brass. Pack a punch in choosing our surface-mounted pulls, which are installed to sit proudly on cabinet fronts. Or err on the side of discretion with our more subtle edge pulls. Both of equal thickness, these designs feel intentional on contact, plus offer the toasty glow of a lacquered brass finish. Complete your kitchen scheme with a jewel-toned, resin-based Terrazzo worksurface, then style the space with hand-finished ceramics and low-maintenance plants. What we can't help with is the view of rolling Tuscan hills — sorry.

Pied à terre de 36m²

Emilie Melin architecte DPLG

Inspiration for a small midcentury single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles, no island, white floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Cuisine vert olive et Terrazzo - Paris

Studio Spiti

Pour ce beau de projet de rénovation de cuisine sous verrière, nous avons imaginé pour nos clients un espace convivial pour cuisiner à plusieurs. Nos clients on fait appel à nous pour que je leur propose une cuisine qui leur ressemble avec des matériaux éthiques, respectueux de l'environnement, et avec simplicité et modernisme. Une cuisine qui traversera les années !

Portobello Road, W8

MH Costa Construction Ltd

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor, beige benchtop, an integrated sink, terrazzo benchtops, beige splashback and stone tile splashback.

Mediterranean Kitchen: Terracotta and Brass

Plank Hardware

B70a - Hamburg Blankenese

EMMA B. HOME

Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Hamburg with pink cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, black appliances, no island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Cuina Sant Joan

AZ estudi - Arquitectura y Reformas

Appartement Penchienatti

Ludily

L’objectif de cette rénovation a été de réunir deux appartements distincts en un espace familial harmonieux. Notre avons dû redéfinir la configuration de cet ancien appartement niçois pour gagner en clarté. Aucune cloison n’a été épargnée. L’ancien salon et l’ancienne chambre parentale ont été réunis pour créer un double séjour comprenant la cuisine dinatoire et le salon. La cuisine caractérisée par l’association du chêne et du Terrazzo a été organisée autour de la table à manger en noyer. Ce double séjour a été délimité par un parquet en chêne, posé en pointe de Hongrie. Pour y ajouter une touche de caractère, nos artisans staffeurs ont réalisé un travail remarquable sur les corniches ainsi que sur les cimaises pour y incorporer des miroirs. Un peu à l’écart, l’ancien studio s’est transformé en chambre parentale comprenant un bureau dans la continuité du dressing, tous deux séparés visuellement par des tasseaux de bois. L’ancienne cuisine a été remplacée par une première chambre d’enfant, pensée autour du sport. Une seconde chambre d’enfant a été réalisée autour de l’univers des dinosaures.

Harlem Landmark Brownstone

All Renovation Construction LLC

This is 8,000 square foot brownstone "gut" renovation project with a garden located in Hamilton Heights. All Renovation Construction renovated this late 19th century landmark brownstone into seven residential units for developer committed to upper Manhattan. The structure was erected as a member of the so-called “boudoir houses” on St. Nicholas Avenue. It is landmarked in the Harlem - Sugar Hill Historic District.

Hampstead Residence

Indie & Co.

Inspiration for a large scandinavian galley open plan kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, black appliances and no island.

West End Avenue Kitchen

atmosphere kitchen and bath

Mid-sized modern galley separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, terrazzo benchtops, white splashback and stone tile splashback.

# Marie & Julien

Cocré-art

Mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Terrazzo Benchtops 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!