Design ideas for a large beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sydney with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Engawa House

Arcke Pty Ltd

Design ideas for a small tropical single-wall kitchen in Brisbane with an integrated sink, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor and green benchtop.

Coburg Frieze

Mihaly Slocombe

Coburg Frieze is a purified design that questions what’s really needed. The interwar property was transformed into a long-term family home that celebrates lifestyle and connection to the owners’ much-loved garden. Prioritising quality over quantity, the crafted extension adds just 25sqm of meticulously considered space to our clients’ home, honouring Dieter Rams’ enduring philosophy of “less, but better”. We reprogrammed the original floorplan to marry each room with its best functional match – allowing an enhanced flow of the home, while liberating budget for the extension’s shared spaces. Though modestly proportioned, the new communal areas are smoothly functional, rich in materiality, and tailored to our clients’ passions. Shielding the house’s rear from harsh western sun, a covered deck creates a protected threshold space to encourage outdoor play and interaction with the garden. This charming home is big on the little things; creating considered spaces that have a positive effect on daily life.

Styling Östermalm

STIL & Inredning

Inspiration for a small scandinavian single-wall eat-in kitchen in Stockholm with white cabinets, light hardwood floors, no island, raised-panel cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback and beige floor.

Harringay Victorian Flat

Emilie Fournet Interiors

Kasia Fiszer
Design ideas for a small eclectic l-shaped separate kitchen in London with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles, no island and white floor.

S:t Knuts väg 6

Bjurfors Skåne

SE360/Bjurfors
Design ideas for a small scandinavian separate kitchen in Malmo with grey cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, multi-coloured floor, linoleum floors, raised-panel cabinets and no island.

Black laminate kitchen on ‘Birch’ plywood

JAYEN INNOVATIONS PTY LTD

Black laminate on ‘birch' plywood to doors, drawer fronts and facia panels. Integrated fridge with automated touch sensitive system. Stainless steel bench top. Alpolic aluminium sheeting ‘Black’ to splash back.

Photographies pour Transition Interior Design - Cuisine contemporaine

Damien Rigondeaud

This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, blue cabinets, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, wood benchtops, blue splashback, dark hardwood floors and no island.

Inner-city suburban tiny house

Tiny House Company

Windows on both sides of the house are aligned for continuous views through to the garden. In such a narrow space it's very important to provide long views to the outside.

Уютная однушка для мамы и дочки

Project Group. Дизайн интерьера и ремонт

Design ideas for a scandinavian open plan kitchen in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and no island.

Everest Gray Kitchen

Miramar Kitchen and Bath

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen Range & Scullery

New Old, LLC

Large country single-wall kitchen in Charlotte with a farmhouse sink, marble benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, light hardwood floors, no island, blue cabinets, stainless steel appliances and shaker cabinets.

Alabaster Shaker Kitchen

Interiors 4 Living

The large drawer base and overhead mantle encapsulate this 6 ring hob to create a beautiful focal point. The units at either side create balance and symmetry. The tall oven housing and integrated fridge freezer placed along one wall creates drama and boldness, yet this is balanced by the opposing window which brings light into the soft tones of this gorgeous room!

Coastal Kitchen Blue Backsplash

Fireclay Tile

Design: JL Interior Design; Photos: Thomas Kuoh
Small beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Apartment Interior Fitout by studioJLA

Justin Loe Architects

Compact Kitchen in a apartment, minimal design, with clean lines.
This is an example of a small modern u-shaped kitchen in Sydney with white cabinets, marble benchtops, no island, panelled appliances, white splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Trevaylor Cottage

Lydia Allen Interiors

Design ideas for a small eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cornwall with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Emerald Hills Kitchen

JBR Designs

The existing kitchen was an unfunctional galley style kitchen. In order to maximize storage and add a finished look to the new kitchen, we added two lazy susan cabinets in each of the back corners and a large bank of drawers to anchor the back wall. We also added an upper cabinet to the right of the offset window for added storage and balance to the space.

Projet Saint-Mandé

Karen Tinka Design Intérieur

Mid-sized midcentury single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, grey splashback and grey benchtop.

Islington Maisonette

Larissa Johnston Architects

Design ideas for a modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Peninsula Custom Home

Kelly Hohla Interiors

Transitional Hidden Butler's Pantry Paul Dyer Photography
This is an example of a transitional galley separate kitchen in San Francisco with glass-front cabinets, medium hardwood floors, no island, white benchtop, turquoise cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback and brown floor.

Kitchen with 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!