Photo of a mid-sized beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, distressed cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, coloured appliances, light hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Serene Gatherings

Lowell Custom Homes

Country store pantry has open shelving with paneled interior.
Design ideas for a large transitional single-wall kitchen pantry in Milwaukee with open cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, medium hardwood floors, no island and white benchtop.

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.

Small Kitchen With Storage

Lineage Architects

Careful conservation of space means you can still have proper storage and all necessary services.
Design ideas for a mid-sized l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, black appliances, no island, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

一室の家

Ju Design 建築設計室

This is an example of a small contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, beige splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, beige floor and exposed beam.

ＫＺ邸改修工事

大野設計事務所

Inspiration for a small modern galley open plan kitchen in Tokyo with an integrated sink, open cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and wallpaper.

団地リノベーション

株式会社グラスランチハウス

弊社オリジナルの「大工さんが造る家具」シリーズの家電収納を配置しました。引出付きで、炊飯器を置く台もスライドタイプにしました。
Inspiration for a country single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, metallic splashback, shiplap splashback, black appliances, plywood floors, brown floor, grey benchtop, wallpaper and no island.

ルネ朝霞台グランアベニュー　キッチン

株式会社空間計画

キッチンカウンタ上の吊戸棚です。調理器具や調味料、インテリア雑貨を置いてもいいですね。収納を吊戸棚にすることで空間が空き、LDK全体が広く感じます。
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, shiplap splashback, plywood floors, no island, brown floor, brown benchtop and wallpaper.

Oranque

キリコ設計事務所

Design ideas for an asian single-wall separate kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, open cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, porcelain floors and wallpaper.

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.

Colonial House Designs

Fuller House Design

Photo of a traditional kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and recessed.

Flinders , Sailors Whisk

Mermaid Bay Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, coloured appliances, light hardwood floors and grey benchtop.

ＫＺ邸改修工事

大野設計事務所

Inspiration for a small modern galley open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, open cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and wallpaper.

Tamarisk

Studio Percale

Paired back guest studio with T&G panelling to bedhead wall with feature marble wall sconces and floating oak bedside drawers. Colour drenched in greige eggshell to walls, ceiling and woodwork. Woven vinyl flooring in a sisal look, to allow for continuous flooring from bedroom area, through to bathroom and kitchen and to outside terrace area. Pantry kitchen with T&G panelling painted half way in India Yellow F&B eggshell. Shelves, worktop and desk were created from a reclaimed piece of Iroko. Fitted with a filter tap and fridge underneath worktop concealed by a ticking stripe counter curtain. The Fitted with a filter tap and fridge underneath worktop concealed by a ticking stripe counter curtain. The studio sliding doors connect directly to the outside terrace. lounge furniture is contemporary outdoor furniture so that it can be used on the terrace as well as in the studio. There is a wall hung desk with drawers that can also be used as a breakfast bar, acoustic T&G panelling is mounted on the wall behind the TV to alleviate noise reverberation.

Corner of Kitchen

Lineage Architects

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。
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.

団地リノベーション

株式会社グラスランチハウス

弊社オリジナルの「大工さんが造る家具」シリーズの家電収納を配置しました。引出付きで、炊飯器を置く台もスライドタイプにしました。
Photo of an industrial single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, metallic splashback, shiplap splashback, black appliances, plywood floors, brown floor, grey benchtop, wallpaper and no island.

清澄白河の家

333architects / 株式会社トリプルスリーアーキテクツ

ＫＺ邸改修工事

大野設計事務所

This is an example of a small modern galley open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, open cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and wallpaper.

Kitchen with Open Cabinets and Shiplap 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!