This is an example of a small modern galley eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, painted wood floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Casa Gal·la

CAVAA

Design ideas for a small modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Barcelona with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, terrazzo floors, white floor and white benchtop.

Rénovation complète d'un appartement de 40m carré

Ingrid Cuny | Architecte d'Intérieur, Décoratrice

Cuisine linéaire avec une crédence bicolore vert et rose très pâles. Plan en Bambou huilé.
Photo of a contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, green cabinets, wood benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, painted wood floors and blue floor.

Paul Massey painted kitchen with Annie Sloan paint

Annie Sloan Interiors

Paul Massey is a British photographer who has used Annie Sloan paints to create a cool, warehouse look in his London kitchen. He had the cabinets made out of old floorboards and painted them – as well as the kitchen table – with Chalk Paint®. Photo by Paul Massey, Courtesy of www.timeincukcontent.com

Creating a natural divide

Nicolaj Bo™

This kitchen area is set up in a 90° angle, dividing the room into a cooking area and a dining area with seats at the kitchen counter. High cabinets are set apart and contain an integrated refrigerator and plenty of room for groceries. To light up the overall room we chose Flos downlights coupled with a focused light above the kitchen counter in the form of a beautiful brass LED-lamp from Anour.

River Oaks

YSL Builders

Traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, painted wood floors, with island and multi-coloured floor.

Skandinavisk Kök

Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped kitchen in Gothenburg with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors and no island.

Kitchen

Amplio

Photo of a mid-sized eclectic galley eat-in kitchen in Stockholm with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors and no island.

Winden Estate - Ourimbah

Penman Brown Interior Design

This is an example of an expansive country open plan kitchen in Sydney with shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, an undermount sink, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, painted wood floors, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Gårdshorn

Kungsäter Kök Stockholm

Photo of a large scandinavian single-wall eat-in kitchen in Stockholm with shaker cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, with island and marble benchtops.

Les Hogues

CP Design Interieur

Les niches ouvertes apportent la couleur chaleureuse du chêne cognac et allègent visuellement le bloc de colonnes qui aurait été trop massif si entièrement fermé!

Cuisine

La Compagnie de la Maison

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, black appliances, terrazzo floors, white floor and white benchtop.

Hudson Residence

Prime Projects

The oak paneled kitchen is modern and final with a grey concrete countertop. Black accents in the kitchen hardware, fact and cabinet trim details give the space a bold look. Counter stool upholstered in a cream beige leather add a sense of softness.

Salt Lake Mid Mod

cityhomeCOLLECTIVE

Fully custom kitchen remodel with red marble countertops, red Fireclay tile backsplash, white Fisher + Paykel appliances, and a custom wrapped brass vent hood. Pendant lights by Anna Karlin, styling and design by cityhomeCOLLECTIVE

STUDIO 30m2

DOMOKA

Vue depuis l'entrée sur une cuisine tout équipé avec de l'électroménager encastré et un îlot ouvert sur la salle à manger. On voit le lit surélevé donnant sur l'entrée.

Kate Marker Leo Cottage Makeover with Big Chill Appliances

Big Chill

Chicago based designer Kate Marker mixed our Big Chill Slim Refrigerator in custom color Beige Red (#3012) and a 30” Classic Range in White with Brass Trim at the Leo Cottage in Union Pier, Michigan.

Dean Street Residence Kitchen

Murdock Solon Architects

Brooklyn Townhouse White and Modern Kitchen. Photography by Joseph M. Kitchen Photography.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, white benchtop, grey splashback, painted wood floors and white floor.

Une cuisine lumineuse

User

Photo : Julie Dall'omo
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall kitchen in Paris with white cabinets, white splashback, terrazzo floors, grey floor, grey benchtop, a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets and white appliances.

Appartamento Monteverde

zero6studio

Paolo Fusco
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Rome with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, a peninsula and white floor.

The Setai I Miami Beach

Organize Miami

Remodel. Gray refinished cabinets in a satin finish. White and Gray Calacatta Marble countertop and backsplash with a waterfall edge. Custom gold hardware and faucet. Miele appliances. Photo credit: Christian Brandl

Kitchen with Painted Wood Floors and Terrazzo Floors 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!