This Los Altos kitchen features cabinets from Aran Cucine’s Bijou collection in Gefilte matte glass, with upper wall cabinets in white matte glass. The massive island, with a white granite countertop fabricated by Bay StoneWorks, features large drawers with Blum Intivo custom interiors on the working side, and Stop Sol glass cabinets with an aluminum frame on the front of the island. A bronze glass tile backsplash and bronze lamps over the island add color and texture to the otherwise black and white kitchen. Appliances from Miele and a sink by TopZero complete the project.

Grey and Orange Modern Kitchen

Bath Bespoke

A modern grey and orange kitchen crafted for a grade II listed building in the city of Bath. The kitchen cabinets and wall storage unit were handcrafted from birch ply. The kitchen island featured incorporated shelving, and we added a neat seating zone with a dedicated book shelf. We included a stainless steel worktop and orange Velchromat wall panels. Photo: Billy Bolton

Peppermill & Englishpub Thin Brick Kitchen - North Carolina

General Shale

Rustic kitchen design featuring 50/50 blend of Peppermill and Englishpub thin brick with Ivory Buff mortar.
Design ideas for a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, orange splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Italian Villa

Kitchen & Bath ReStylers

Photo: Warren Smith, CMKBD
Photo of a large mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, tile benchtops, orange splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Silverlake Kitchen

FK Interior Design

What began as a simple kitchen ‘face-lift’ turned into a more complex kitchen remodel when it was determined that what the client was really seeking was to create a space which evoked the warmth of wood. The challenge was to take a dated (c. 1980’s) white plastic laminate kitchen with a white Formica counter top and transform it into a warmly, wood-clad kitchen without having to demolish the entire kitchen cabinetry. With new door and drawer faces and the careful ‘skinning’ of the existing laminate cabinets with a stained maple veneer; the space became more luxurious and updated. The counter top was replaced with a new quartz slab from Eurostone. The peninsula now accommodates counter-height seating. The Haiku bamboo ceiling fan from Big Ass Fans graces the family room. Photography: Manolo Langis

Transitional, Hill Country Kitchen - Orange, Brown & Cream

Factory Builder Stores

Factory Builder Stores
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, orange splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and dark hardwood floors.

Courtyard & Pool House Newtown

Zugai Strudwick Architects

The clients insisted upon bright purple kitchen cupboards. The concrete benchtops contrast with the bright colours.
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Sydney with flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, glass sheet splashback, a drop-in sink, orange splashback and purple cabinets.

Sheeannamore

Dreyer Architecture

This open plan kitchen / living / dining room features a large south facing window seat and cantilevered cast concrete central kitchen island. The bright splash of orange contrasts the black kitchen furniture.

When Orange Meets White

Royston Wilson Design

Over the stove a picture frame window, allowing natural light in & when grown a green wall Photo's Andrew Ashton
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with a peninsula, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, orange splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, a drop-in sink and light hardwood floors.

Handleless Shaker-Style Kitchen Painted Slate Blue and Citrus Green

Oliver Green Kitchens Ltd

This kitchen combines the linear detailing of a handleless door with a subtle shaker frame. It is painted citrus green and slate blue and features contemporary pendant lighting that makes a statement above the island unit.

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Lada

Кухня в стиле минимализм. Автор Лада Камышанская
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary kitchen in Other with wood benchtops, timber splashback, light hardwood floors, no island, a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, orange splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Bold Orange Backsplash

Susan Jablon

Beautiful bright orange subway tile makes a statement in this modern kitchen. Cabinets in two different colors with stainless steel appliances are given a finished look with bold orange glass mosaic tiles. The tiles are set vertically for a unique twist.

Проект "Изумруд и латунь"

CODIA

Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Moscow with grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, orange splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic floors, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop, a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets and with island.

Sheeannamore

Dreyer Architecture

This open plan kitchen / living / dining room features a large south facing window seat and cantilevered cast concrete central kitchen island.
Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, concrete benchtops, orange splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Sunnyside Home + ADU

Harka Architecture

ADU (converted garage)
This is an example of a small traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, tile benchtops, orange splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor and orange benchtop.

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Mark Nichols Modern Interiors

Photography by Rick Seczechowski
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a drop-in sink, quartz benchtops, orange splashback, glass tile splashback, ceramic floors, a peninsula and white floor.

Arts and Crafts style Kitchen

Patricia B. Warren, AIA Warren Architecture, LLC

The cabinetry design blends with the style of the house, a large Arts and Crafts style home on the shores of Long Island Sound. The brick backsplash is actually the backside of the fireplace. The arched door at the right opens into a pantry built under the stairs to the second floor.

Morningside

B.O.B. - Beyond Ordinary Boundaries Architecture

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Richmond with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, orange splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Mr & Mrs Ring

The Kitchen Store

Mike and Elaine visited our Hove showroom and spent some time with our Senior Design Specialist, Kevin discussing layouts for their kitchen project. They opted for our 'Nolte' German range of kitchen, in the handleless 'Matrix Art' style, paired with Wharf Seamless worksurfaces, and a molded sink bowl.

Crouch End

Markus Schmid Kitchens

A grey and white handleless kitchen in a London side return extension. The kitchen includes an island with a white Caeserstone quartz worktop,
Photo of a large contemporary eat-in kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, orange splashback, glass sheet splashback, coloured appliances, light hardwood floors, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Kitchen with a Drop-in Sink and Orange 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!