Inspiration for a small contemporary open plan kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, pink splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and pink benchtop.

Grand Designs Transformations Australia - Jan 18th 2023

Studio Jung

Natural earthy warm tones creating a inviting living space
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, pink splashback, mosaic tile splashback, black appliances, with island, brown floor and pink benchtop.

Gloss and wood kitchen with red breakfast bar

Stoneham Kitchens

Infinity High Gloss in Cloud, was complemented by Black and White Zebrano accents on the island cupboards and built-in cupboard doors, as well as the centrepiece - the striking red glass breakfast bar. Stoneham was able to combine a number of ranges to achieve the perfect kitchen for the client. Using the Infinity range as the main design, the kitchen also features white cabinets from the Flow range, a Silestone worktop and aluminium sink top beneath the window, and black and white Zebrano veneers on the island cabinets and on the cabinet doors. The central island, with a white worktop in Polar Cap and an anthracite oak finish to one side, is given a brilliant pop of colour with the painted glass breakfast bar in a rich red.

Appartement Penchienatti

Ludily

L’objectif de cette rénovation a été de réunir deux appartements distincts en un espace familial harmonieux. Notre avons dû redéfinir la configuration de cet ancien appartement niçois pour gagner en clarté. Aucune cloison n’a été épargnée. L’ancien salon et l’ancienne chambre parentale ont été réunis pour créer un double séjour comprenant la cuisine dinatoire et le salon. La cuisine caractérisée par l’association du chêne et du Terrazzo a été organisée autour de la table à manger en noyer. Ce double séjour a été délimité par un parquet en chêne, posé en pointe de Hongrie. Pour y ajouter une touche de caractère, nos artisans staffeurs ont réalisé un travail remarquable sur les corniches ainsi que sur les cimaises pour y incorporer des miroirs. Un peu à l’écart, l’ancien studio s’est transformé en chambre parentale comprenant un bureau dans la continuité du dressing, tous deux séparés visuellement par des tasseaux de bois. L’ancienne cuisine a été remplacée par une première chambre d’enfant, pensée autour du sport. Une seconde chambre d’enfant a été réalisée autour de l’univers des dinosaures.

Armani Fine Woodworking African Mahogany Butcher Block Countertop

Armani Fine Woodworking

Armani Fine Woodworking African Mahogany butcher block countertop with Monocoat finish. Armanifinewoodworking.com. Custom Made-to-Order. Shipped Nationwide.

A Haberdasher's Hideaway In Skåne, Sweden by deVOL

deVOL Kitchens

Large midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, pink splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, multiple islands, white floor, pink benchtop and wood.

Blue & Copper Kitchen on a budget

Shaun Davies Home Solutions Limited

The painted finish wall cabinets feature an extra-height cornice scribed to the ceiling, for a more premium look and feel.
Small modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cardiff with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, a peninsula, beige floor and red benchtop.

Interior

Allan Edwards Builder Inc.

Large mediterranean l-shaped separate kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and red benchtop.

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Annie O'Carroll Interior Design

Wendy McEahern
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Albuquerque with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, with island, stainless steel appliances and pink benchtop.

GRANDES IDEAS PARA PEQUEÑOS ESPACIOS

Laura Yerpes Estudio de Interiorismo

FOTO: Germán Cabo (germancabo.com) La cocina de esta vivienda es estrecha y alargada: por ello decidimos instalar en paralelo la cocina y un banco de trabajo –que también puede utilizarse como barra o mesa para comer-. Se optó por una encimera de Silestone en rojo para compensar el color blanco de la cocina y darle así un toque más fresco y moderno.

Un intérieur doux et intemporel - Projet Iena

Mon Concept Habitation

Après plusieurs visites d'appartement, nos clients décident d'orienter leurs recherches vers un bien à rénover afin de pouvoir personnaliser leur futur foyer. Leur premier achat va se porter sur ce charmant 80 m2 situé au cœur de Paris. Souhaitant créer un bien intemporel, ils travaillent avec nos architectes sur des couleurs nudes, terracota et des touches boisées. Le blanc est également au RDV afin d'accentuer la luminosité de l'appartement qui est sur cour. La cuisine a fait l'objet d'une optimisation pour obtenir une profondeur de 60cm et installer ainsi sur toute la longueur et la hauteur les rangements nécessaires pour être ultra-fonctionnelle. Elle se ferme par une élégante porte art déco dessinée par les architectes. Dans les chambres, les rangements se multiplient ! Nous avons cloisonné des portes inutiles qui sont changées en bibliothèque; dans la suite parentale, nos experts ont créé une tête de lit sur-mesure et ajusté un dressing Ikea qui s'élève à présent jusqu'au plafond. Bien qu'intemporel, ce bien n'en est pas moins singulier. A titre d'exemple, la salle de bain qui est un clin d'œil aux lavabos d'école ou encore le salon et son mur tapissé de petites feuilles dorées.

Vintage Bay View

Periwinkle Designs

Phoenix Photography Harbor Springs, mi, Bay View, vintage, cozy, quaint, country, cottage, seaside, lakeside,
This is an example of a traditional kitchen in Detroit with white appliances and red benchtop.

Contemporary Kitchen

Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with stainless steel appliances, a drop-in sink, dark wood cabinets, glass benchtops, beige splashback, mosaic tile splashback, porcelain floors, with island, flat-panel cabinets and red benchtop.

糸島の山家

ノットイコール一級建築士事務所

This is an example of an u-shaped open plan kitchen in Fukuoka with an undermount sink, marble benchtops, medium hardwood floors, with island and pink benchtop.

Casa Vetulonia

Manuela Tognoli Architettura

cucina su disegno con top curvilineo e parete in carta da parati
Inspiration for a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Rome with flat-panel cabinets, light hardwood floors and red benchtop.

Appartement Bolivar

Florquin Studio

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, pink splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, concrete floors, grey floor, pink benchtop and no island.

Rysso Peters

Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Phoenix with stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, red splashback and red benchtop.

Appartement Penchienatti

Ludily

New Seating at the Peninsula

Kitchen & Bath Design + Construction

Seating and storage were incorporated into the new, wider peninsula. Frosted glass door inserts in the cabinetry add interest. Photography by Chrissy Racho

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

Kitchen with Pink Benchtop and Red 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!