Photo of a large contemporary eat-in kitchen in Surrey with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, with island and white benchtop.

Crawford Residence- Kitchen Remodel

So Cal Builders & Design

Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey cabinets and white benchtop.

1st Place - Counter Dimensions Inc.

Alabama Remodeling Excellence Awards

Counter Dimensions 1st Place Kitchen Remodel $40-$80k. White, Shiloh brand inset cabinets. Taj Mahal quartzite counter tops.
Photo of a large galley kitchen pantry in Birmingham with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Stylish suburban home, Surrey

Kitchens Bespoke Ltd

THE BRIEF The starting point for this brief was to produce a design that made a better use of the existing space. Originally there had been a separate kitchen and breakfast room, and our clients were keen to explore the options available to them if this whole space was looked at afresh. We were tasked with creating a contemporary, stylish suburban kitchen that utilised the space better, but one that did not feel clinical or austere with glossy surfaces. In addition, the home was transitioning from a space dedicated to raising a family and embracing its next era as a modernised contemporary oasis for a couple who love to entertain. The new kitchen needed to be practical and sophisticated to make hosting easy and enjoyable. OUR BESPOKE KITCHEN DESIGN The first nut for us to crack was to identify the best use of the whole space. We advised opening up the kitchen and breakfast room but not into a completely open plan space. Our design removed just part of the partition wall. This creates great flow and light between the two spaces, but retains practical wall space in the kitchen, and keeping a degree of separation between the two zones. With the larger flow of the space sorted, we then tackled the business end in the kitchen, the working space! This is a rectangular kitchen with two long worktops opposite each other. In the old kitchen, the sink and hob were both on the shorter side, cramping the usable space. This compromised practical areas for food prep on one side and left the other longer length of the worktop unutilised. Our design relocated the hob to the longer length of worktop, making the space much more practical for cooking and working. We were keen to create a space that whilst felt fresh and contemporary, was not too severe or featureless. Our handleless shallow shaker design cabinetry was the perfect solution to create a stylish suburban kitchen. The handleless design created the seamless, contemporary look whilst the matte chalk painted doors softened the overall feel. ALL IN THE DETAIL The Strata Statuario Quartz worktops add a real sophistication to the kitchen and our clients really loved how the veining in the worktop runs seamlessly into the upstand. One of our favourite details in this stylish suburban kitchen is the mustard coloured splashback. It really brings the whole concept together. This shade of yellow injects just the right flash of colour, bounces the light around the space and we think it creates just the most fabulous feature. Credit: Jack Beard Photos

VIA MEDIA

Allison Jaffe Interior Design LLC

Brio Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, stone tile splashback and stainless steel appliances.

46 - Lake Forest - Home Remodel

APlus Interior Design & Remodeling

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Case Study 21

Hutton Kitchens

Design ideas for a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Essex with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Grandridge

DFS Construction Inc.

Design ideas for a small modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Burr Ridge Kitchen Remodel - By Leslie Lee at Normandy Remodeling

Leslie Lee

Photo of a large mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

Gut Renovated Galley Kitchen

Paula McDonald Design Build & Interiors

Every inch counts in a city cook's kitchen. We updated this prewar galley kitchen with a complete renovation to maximize storage, include vented hood for the stove, include a washer/vented dryer, a seated breakfast bar, through-the-wall heating air units, huge pantry and a kitchen desk area while meeting all the needs of modern city living.

W 81st St- Kitchen Remodel- Pull Out Storage

Klein Kitchen and Bath

Inspiration for a mid-sized single-wall open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, orange floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Fort Greene

JMorris Design

Seth Caplan
Photo of a large eclectic open plan kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Vibrant family kitchen in Richmond

Thomas Davies Kitchens

Beautiful family kitchen in Richmond Upon Thames. Bespoke, classic style in-frame kitchen, handpainted in Farrow & Ball colours including the recently launch Vardo. The tall cabinetry running under the staircase was designed as pantry storage as well as to conceal a hidden lavatory and utility room. Photos by Annie Armitage

Nobilia Alpine White Kitchen

Alexander Kitchens

This kitchen is a recent installation from the Horsham area, it has been designed by George from our Horsham showroom and installed by our local installation team. This kitchen has been designed to be a sociable open space, with German Nobilia furniture used to create a breakfast bar and TV unit. The touch door used is by far one of our most popular from our Horsham showroom with many recent installations utilising its silky matt texture in the kitchen. The touch range is a common choice as it can be used with traditional handles or in handleless form as shown, creating an ultra-modern space. The Alpine White shade used in this kitchen is one of seven available in the touch range which in this kitchen is nicely complemented by a stainless-steel handrail, allowing space to access storage areas. This kitchen makes use of several unique features that Nobilia offer including red wine storage, a translucent glass panel cabinet and matching tv unit furniture. The standout feature however in this kitchen is the stunning golden glass splashback that even features a smooth curved edge. The gold theme has been carried on with gold accents used in the kitchen lighting and other decorations.

Kitchens in Bath and Bristol

Style Within Limited

Open plan kitchen with white gloss units, yellow glass splashback, quartz worktop and seating area in glass extension.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Edwardian house

Inscope Management Services Ltd

Design, plan, supply and install new kitchen. Works included taking the the room back to a complete shell condition. The original Edwardian structural timbers were treated for woodworm, acoustic insulation installed within the ceiling void, wall to the garden lined with thermal insulation. Radiator and position changed. The original internal hinged door was converted to a sliding pocket door to save space and improve access. All the original boiler pipework was exposed and interfered with the work surfaces, this has all been reconfigured and concealed to allow unhindered, clean lines around the work top area, The room is long and narrow and the new wood plank flooring has been laid diagonally to visually widen the room. Walls are painted in a two tone yellow which contrasts with the grey cabinetry, white worksurfaces and woodwork. The Strada handleless cabinets are finished in matte dust grey and finished with a white quartz work surface and upstand New celing, display and undercabinet and plinth lighting complete this bright, very functional and revived room.

Chautauqua Residence

Hoke Ley

Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen pantry in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Ground floor revamp SW16

Earl & Calam Design and Build Ltd

Architect Quesnel Design, photographer Chris Snook
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and grey floor.

Open plan kitchen

Timothy James Interiors

Open plan kitchen / living area with natural oak herringbone wood flooring. Bespoke kitchen with Miele appliances and yellow glass splashbacks.
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Neutral 3x6 Yellow Glass Tile Backsplash

dRemodeling

The delightful pastel yellow backsplash provides a soft contrast to the rich maple wood cabinetry, and lends itself nicely to the mid-century modern appeal of the space. Backsplash tile is from Daltile in 'Casual Tan' in 3x6.

Kitchen with Quartzite Benchtops and Yellow 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!