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

Bushland House

Arcke Pty Ltd

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Brisbane with a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, grey benchtop and timber.

大工さんに作ってもらったキッチン後ろ収納はラワンベニヤに桟を取り付けてみた

アトリエ永日

炊飯器などの背面が格好悪いものは端に置いた黒皮鉄の衝立で隠すことができる。
Modern open plan kitchen in Nagoya with an integrated sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, brown benchtop, timber and white splashback.

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.

光天井が明るく照らすキッチンとワークスペース

多田博＋多田祐子/多田建築設計事務所

Inspiration for a modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Nagoya with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop, timber and porcelain floors.

椿庵　― 茶室のある旗竿敷地の住宅 ―

一級建築士事務所ｉｋｍｏ

土間（内路地）に設えたキッチンカウンター。写真：西川公朗
Design ideas for a small galley eat-in kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, brown splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, a peninsula, grey floor, grey benchtop and timber.

K & M

Jacob Roberts Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, open cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, a peninsula, brown floor, white benchtop and timber.

Spiral staircase ハウス

彩羽工藝舎

造作したI型キッチン。見える収納だから、好きな食器や植物でカフェのようなお洒落な空間になっています。
Photo of a small kitchen in Other with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, timber splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and timber.

Modelo Zenón

Houseoner

La distribución, las instalaciones y los materiales ofrecen infinitas combinaciones que se ponen al servicio de la funcionalidad y consiguen crear una casa a nuestra medida. Por supuesto, sin descuidar la estética.

・中庭と水盤のある家｜上新田の家

中庭のある家｜水谷嘉信建築設計事務所

リビングを見る夕暮れ時の風景。中庭と一体化したリビングは何とも言えない開放感があります
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, black splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and timber.

一色の家（リノベーション）

おかやま設計室..

Photo of a small scandinavian l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, brown benchtop and timber.

空手家の集まる家

猫と建築社

Photo of a mid-sized industrial single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and timber.

キッチンをLDKの中心に

株式会社a3　(エーサン）

オーダーメイドキッチン
Inspiration for a mid-sized galley open plan kitchen in Tokyo Suburbs with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, with island, black floor, white benchtop and timber.

一色の家（リノベーション）

おかやま設計室..

Inspiration for a small scandinavian l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, brown benchtop and timber.

HangOut-HOUSE

有限会社木下工務店

モールテックスの造作キッチン
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, beige cabinets, concrete benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, subway tile splashback, terra-cotta floors, a peninsula, beige benchtop and timber.

classic kitchen

KYM corporation

Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with stainless steel appliances, with island, a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, red cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, medium hardwood floors, purple floor, white benchtop and timber.

K & M

Jacob Roberts Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, open cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, a peninsula, brown floor, white benchtop and timber.

清澄白河の家

333architects / 株式会社トリプルスリーアーキテクツ

リビングとダイニング、キッチン、ベッドルームがゆるくつながっています。個室を家具の様につくり、ベッドルームの天井高さを抑えることでリビングの感覚的な解放感を持たせることを図りました。
Photo of a mid-sized industrial single-wall open plan kitchen in Tokyo with an integrated sink, open cabinets, beige cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, white appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor, grey benchtop and timber.

吹抜けでつながる明るいキッチン

國分大輔建築設計事務所

Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Tokyo with an integrated sink, open cabinets, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, white benchtop and timber.

M邸（リノベーション）

design office neno1365

Industrial single-wall open plan kitchen in Tokyo with open cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, medium hardwood floors and timber.

Kitchen with Open Cabinets and Timber 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!