Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Saint Petersburg with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, no island, beige floor and black benchtop.

A Glamorous, Industrial Style Shaker Kitchen by Burlanes

burlanes interiors

Something a little different to our usual style, we injected a little glamour into our handmade Decolane kitchen in Upminster, Essex. When the homeowners purchased this property, the kitchen was the first room they wanted to rip out and renovate, but uncertainty about which style to go for held them back, and it was actually the final room in the home to be completed! As the old saying goes, "The best things in life are worth waiting for..." Our Design Team at Burlanes Chelmsford worked closely with Mr & Mrs Kipping throughout the design process, to ensure that all of their ideas were discussed and considered, and that the most suitable kitchen layout and style was designed and created by us, for the family to love and use for years to come.

Tower 5 Escalades Tower

Riedar Design Services

Photo of a small midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Franklin St. Kitchen Renovation

The Gaines Group Architects

Caitlin Funkhouser Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Richmond with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Franklin St. Kitchen Renovation

The Gaines Group Architects

Caitlin Funkhouser Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Richmond with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Willow Glen Charm

Creative Partner - Home & Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, white floor and black benchtop.

PEREKOPSKAYA FLAT

FLATFORFOX

Любимова Екатерина
Design ideas for a small contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Moscow with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, no island, white floor and black benchtop.

Hauss

Randal G. Winter Construction Inc.

Mel Carll
Photo of a large arts and crafts l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, grey floor and black benchtop.

Sleek and Refreshing

Creative Designs by Judy, LLC

Convenient and out of the way microwave drawer.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Modern Heritage Home, Toronto ON

avenue design inc

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley kitchen in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, black floor and black benchtop.

The Curved Ceiling

Minosa | Design Life Better

Design is a direct response to architecture and the home owner. It sshould take on all of the challenges, lifes functionality issues to create a space that is highly functional and incredibly beautiful. Pop rangehood deals with all of teh cooking smells and is ducted to fresh air. The curved ceiling was born out of the three structural beams that could not be moved; these beams sat at 2090mm from the finished floor and really dominated the room. Downlights would have just made the room feel smaller, it was imperative to us to try and increase the ceiling height, to raise the roof so to speak!

Makiki Modern Kitchen

Dangler Design

A large induction cooktop was located to a new peninsula with a hood located in the ceiling so as not to obstruct the view.
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern kitchen pantry in Hawaii with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, orange splashback, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, grey floor and black benchtop.

Rustic Kitchen

RCH Home & Design

Rustic Kitchen with Hammered Copper Sink, Bridge Style Faucet in Rustic Copper, Leathered Finish Granite Countertops, Mosaic Slate Tile Hexagon Backsplash, Polished Pewter Wall Color, Rustic Iron Cabinetry Hardware, Rustic Maple Cabinetry in Two Contrasting Stains with Raised Panel Fronts.

Villanova Restored Barn

Main Line Kitchen Design

Restored Barn. White Shaker kitchen with rustic reclaimed wood Island. Large casement windows and professional appliances. Hood in front of windows. Lofted ceilings. Speed oven. Very large porcelain tiles. extra large pendant lights.

Custom Kitchen Remodel

Goraya Construction Corp

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, metallic splashback, mosaic tile splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, with island, black floor and black benchtop.

Saul Rd

Upton Architecture, LLC

Jennifer Hoak
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Gordonston Classic Kitchen

Ellsworth Design Build

Breakfast seating was a must for the client and Jamestown Designer Kitchens delivered. This two seater breakfast bar with woven rush counter stools is a great spot for a cup of coffee. Curves are peppered throughout this side of the kitchen, as well, seen in the stool backs, curved crown molding, custom table legs, even the hood got in on the action. Custom cabinetry designed and provided by Jamestown Designer Kitchens. Photos by Richard Leo Johnson, Atlantic Archives

Poolside Blue Modern Farmhouse Remodel

Lucy Johnson Interior Design

Modern Farmhouse kitchen spaciously enlarged by removing a staircase & taking down a wall.
This is an example of a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, grey floor and black benchtop.

Sancroft - Kitchen

Griffin Design

Designed By: Robby & Lisa Griffin
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, grey floor and black benchtop.

Kitchen Remodel - Project Druid

Level Custom Build

Our team completed this simple and beautiful kitchen in 2023. We removed the kitchen partition wall and installed a 3-ply LVL beam which we then cladded in an unfinished oak veneer. The cabinets were built custom and painted Benjamin Moore Gunmetal - 1902. We also tiled the kitchen, dining and sitting area floor, and backsplash. The idea was to simply maximize the kitchen space but to open up area and allow more natural light in. The clients have a rear addition with a separate living area which made this layout more feasible.

Kitchen with Porcelain Floors and Black Benchtop 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!