Design ideas for a modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and black benchtop.

Квартира 45 м2 в Москве

KorenevaZhadanDesign

Photo of a small contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, white floor, black benchtop, flat-panel cabinets and beige cabinets.

European Farmhouse

Edmond Kitchen & Bath LLC

To replace an Old World style kitchen, we created a new space with farmhouse elements coupled with our interpretation of modern European detailing. With our focus on improving function first, we removed the old peninsula that closed off the kitchen, creating a location for conversation and eating on the new cantilevered countertop which provides interesting, yet purposeful design. A custom designed European cube shelf system was created, incorporating integrated lighting inside Rift Sawn oak shelves to match our base cabinetry. After building the shelf system, we placed it in front of the handmade art tile backsplash, bringing a very modern element to contrast with our custom inset cabinetry. Our design team selected the Rift sawn oak for the base cabinets to bring warmth into the space and to contrast with the white upper cabinetry. We then layered matt black on select drawer fronts and specific cabinet interiors for a truly custom modern edge. Custom pull outs and interior organizers fulfill our desire for a kitchen that functions first and foremost, while our custom cabinetry and complete design satisfies our homeowners’ desire for wow. Farmhouse style will never be the same.

Stone Farmhouse Renovation

Jonathan Miller Architects

Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Clean Modern Feel

Woodharbor Custom Cabinetry

This timeless kitchen gets a fresh modern look with teh clean lines of the Briarstone door style and Manor Flat drawer fronts in Benjamin Moore White Dove enamel.

Загородный дом

gnulidugi

This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped open plan kitchen in Saint Petersburg with an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, no island, white floor and black benchtop.

The Knoll House I Interiors

Landmark Building Contractors LLC

Spacecrafting Photography
This is an example of a large beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, recessed-panel cabinets, medium hardwood floors and black benchtop.

Asian Inspired Orlando Mini Pent House

Sarah Kraus Bartelson - S&W Kitchens

Mid-sized asian u-shaped kitchen in Orlando with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Asian Inspired Orlando Mini Pent House

Sarah Kraus Bartelson - S&W Kitchens

Soft Toned Kitchen & Great Room Remodel

Scott Hall Remodeling

Inspiration for a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Columbus with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Hawthorne Hills Residence

Tammara Stroud Design

In 1949, one of mid-century modern’s most famous NW architects, Paul Hayden Kirk, built this early “glass house” in Hawthorne Hills. Rather than flattening the rolling hills of the Northwest to accommodate his structures, Kirk sought to make the least impact possible on the building site by making use of it natural landscape. When we started this project, our goal was to pay attention to the original architecture--as well as designing the home around the client’s eclectic art collection and African artifacts. The home was completely gutted, since most of the home is glass, hardly any exterior walls remained. We kept the basic footprint of the home the same—opening the space between the kitchen and living room. The horizontal grain matched walnut cabinets creates a natural continuous movement. The sleek lines of the Fleetwood windows surrounding the home allow for the landscape and interior to seamlessly intertwine. In our effort to preserve as much of the design as possible, the original fireplace remains in the home and we made sure to work with the natural lines originally designed by Kirk.

Valle Kitchen After

Oakes Bros., Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall separate kitchen in Burlington with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, orange floor and black benchtop.

Stunning Omega Kitchen Walden

User

Large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, black floor and black benchtop.

Kale Mills

Chelsea Building Group

Bold kitchen and dining area in Kale Mills. Chelsea Building Group's latest homes in Charlotte, NC
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in Charlotte with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, with island and black benchtop.

Modern Kitchen Chislehurst

piqu

A modern stylish kitchen designed by piqu and supplied by our German manufacturer Ballerina. The crisp white handleless cabinets are paired with a dark beautifully patterned Caesarstone called Vanilla Noir. A black Quooker tap and appliances from Siemen's Studioline range reinforce the luxurious and sleek design.

Golden Valley Kitchen

Edit Design Build Studio, LLC

Small midcentury galley kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, linoleum floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

93rd Street Kitchen Addition

Schloegel Design Remodel

The homeowner's wide range of tastes coalesces in this lovely kitchen and mudroom. Vintage, modern, English, and mid-century styles form one eclectic and alluring space. Rift-sawn white oak cabinets in warm almond, textured white subway tile, white island top, and a custom white range hood lend lots of brightness while black perimeter countertops and a Laurel Woods deep green finish on the island and beverage bar balance the palette with a unique twist on farmhouse style.

Dark loft apartment ROZMARIN A17

Totaste.studio | Виктор Штефан

Design ideas for a mid-sized industrial l-shaped open plan kitchen in Moscow with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, with island, black benchtop, exposed beam, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Bold Black and White Modern Kitchen

Parcels Design Studio

This modern kitchen proves that black and white does not have to be boring, but can truly be BOLD! The wire brushed oak cabinets were painted black and white add texture while the aluminum trim gives it undeniably modern look. Don't let appearances fool you this kitchen was built for cooks, featuring all Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances including a retractable down draft vent hood.

KITCHEN ISLAND

DESIGNS BY CHRISTINE

Photo of a transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, black benchtop, exposed beam and timber.

Kitchen with Quartz Benchtops 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!