This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with white appliances, open cabinets, white cabinets, green splashback, an undermount sink, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors and no island.

Open Kitchen

FRAME design co.

A modern kitchen with a farmhouse feel, with open shelving and an eat-in kitchen island. Backsplash tile from Pratt & Larson, AGA appliances. Island countertop is from Paperstone, and pendant lighting is J Schatz. Photo by David Agnello

Space Saving Open Shelves

United Signature Tacoma

The subway ceramic tiles on this gorgeous kitchen are shown off with this minimalist open shelving. White is complimented with the grey tiles and the hardwood base cabinets. Having the microwave oven placed underneath the counter also provides extra space making this kitchen more open and airy.

Butlers pantry with open cabinets and smart storage options

Hawkesbury Kitchens

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern kitchen pantry in Sydney with open cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and white benchtop.

DIY Network’s Blog Cabin Kitchen

Mercury Mosaics and Tile

This Florida Gulf home is a project by DIY Network where they asked viewers to design a home and then they built it! Talk about giving a consumer what they want! We were fortunate enough to have been picked to tile the kitchen--and our tile is everywhere! Using tile from countertop to ceiling is a great way to make a dramatic statement. But it's not the only dramatic statement--our monochromatic Moroccan Fish Scale tile provides a perfect, neutral backdrop to the bright pops of color throughout the kitchen. That gorgeous kitchen island is recycled copper from ships! Overall, this is one kitchen we wouldn't mind having for ourselves. Large Moroccan Fish Scale Tile - 130 White Photos by: Christopher Shane

Vintage Cast Iron Farmhouse Double Drainboard Sink

weldrealty

Chef’s Kitchen in Hyde Park, NY House Close to The Culinary Institute of America
Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor, beige benchtop and timber.

Foothills Estancia

Lee Shaw Architecture, LLC

Butler pantry with Monterey style custom cabinetry, concrete counter top, , stainless steel appliances, wine refrigerator, porcelain apron farm sink, smooth plaster walls, peeled log (viga) ceiling, concrete tile floor. Photo by Velen Chan

Mt. Rose

Sierra Sustainable Builders

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

California Rustic Wood Light-filled Home

Staprans Design

Inspiration for a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Water's Edge

Ashby Collective

Inspiration for a large modern galley kitchen in Austin with open cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, multiple islands, grey benchtop and timber.

Cuervo Paluxy Ranch

Jan Jones LLC

Design ideas for a large country l-shaped kitchen pantry in Dallas with dark hardwood floors, brown floor, a drop-in sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and grey benchtop.

Stylish U-shaped Peninsula Kitchen Design

United Signature Tacoma

This kitchen looks modern with stainless steel furnishings, especially with grey backsplash tiles complimented with the white overall look, but gives a traditional touch with the hardwood accent. It gives the room a more intimate feel, and the windows on each side of the hood bring natural light in, creating the illusion of more space and a clutter-free appearance. The room appears to be both sleek and homey, and it will undoubtedly be the centerpiece of the house.

Crane House

Fairchild Broms Design

Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in San Francisco with open cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback and ceramic splashback.

Sunshine Cove, Maroochydore

Cabinet House

Laminex Sublime teak ravine finish doors and panels Laminex white ravine finish overhead doors Silestone Counter tops LED lighting Blum Antaro softclose draws No handle design

Custom tile mural

BonTon Tile

Custom handmade tile by BonTon tile. Hand painted field tiles and a lovely mural behind the stove
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, light hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Modern Kitchen Remodel

Home Pride Construction, Inc

Open kitchen, marble countertops, ceramic tile back splash, oak floors and oak shelves
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Armani Fine Woodworking End Grain Hard Maple Butcher Block Kitchen Island Counte

Armani Fine Woodworking

Armani Fine Woodworking End Grain Hard Maple Butcher Block Kitchen Island Countertop with Mineral Oil and Organic Beeswax Finish. Armanifinewoodworking.com. Custom Made-to-Order. Shipped Nationwide.

Clarkston Cottage

Andrea Mars

Inspiration for a small country l-shaped separate kitchen in Detroit with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Newtown House

Jasmin Latona Photography

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Hobart with a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and no island.

My Houzz casa Cosimo

Cristina Cusani

Cristina Cusani © Houzz 2018
Design ideas for a large eclectic single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, tile benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, ceramic floors, no island, blue floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Open Cabinets and Ceramic Splashback 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!