This is an example of a mid-sized beach style galley eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with white cabinets, concrete benchtops, with island, a farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, shaker cabinets, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, grey benchtop, white splashback and timber.

DIY Network’s Blog Cabin Kitchen

Mercury Mosaics and Tile

This Florida Gulf home is a project by DIY Network where they asked viewers to design a home and then they built it! Talk about giving a consumer what they want! We were fortunate enough to have been picked to tile the kitchen--and our tile is everywhere! Using tile from countertop to ceiling is a great way to make a dramatic statement. But it's not the only dramatic statement--our monochromatic Moroccan Fish Scale tile provides a perfect, neutral backdrop to the bright pops of color throughout the kitchen. That gorgeous kitchen island is recycled copper from ships! Overall, this is one kitchen we wouldn't mind having for ourselves. Large Moroccan Fish Scale Tile - 130 White Photos by: Christopher Shane

Mediterranean Style Kitchen Expansion

Killeen Studio Architects

Small mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in St Louis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Kiora

Ectypos Architecture

Double hung windows make it possible to pass refreshments to the outdoor room (patio) directly from the kitchen. Photo by: Andrew Krucko
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, with island, concrete benchtops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Moonlight

Studio Architects

Robert Hawkins, Be A Deer
Photo of an expansive country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, brown splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and multiple islands.

LEED Platinum Certified Residence

Noble Johnson Architects

Showcase Photography
This is an example of a contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Nashville with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, with island, blue splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and light hardwood floors.

#ModernCottage

Ember & Brune

Inspiration for a transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Outside The Box Barn

Veritas Stone

This out side the box installation used Pennsylvania Blue Stone which was honed for the kitchen countertops - an awesome contemporary look! www.nimasonry.com

Alpine Ski Chalet, Norden, California

John Malick & Associates

Architect: John Malick & Associates Photography by David Wakely
Photo of a large country single-wall eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an integrated sink, stainless steel appliances, concrete benchtops, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Open kitchen with incredible island bar

SANDSTONE GENERAL CONTRACTING LLC

Antique, repurposed, island, white, shaker, cabinets, grey, concrete, counters, open, upper cabinets, uppers, reclaimed, barnwood, shiplap, wall, stainless, appliances, wrapped, fridge

Southampton Residence

Pamela Glazer Architect

Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, concrete benchtops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Twin Oaks Residence North Asheville

Altura Architects

David Dietrich
This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop, shaker cabinets and multi-coloured splashback.

Contemporary Barn

Koffka Phakos Design

Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete benchtops, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Modern Riverfront

Legum Design

The kitchen in this home features white painted cabinets and concrete counters with an organic glass tile backsplash. The butcher block island is made from recycled oak wine barrels. The floor is an engineered strand woven bamboo hardwood. Photos by Chandler Photography

Kitchen Renovation

The Cabinetry

Photography by Daniela Goncalves
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional kitchen pantry in Boston with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, beige splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Timber Frame Hybrid

Black Canyon Builders

An open floorplan kitchen that seamlessly blends contemporary finishes, such as custom cast concrete countertops and glass, with the warmth and heritage of exposed timber frame construction. By Black Canyon Builders.

Lakeside Cottage

Wydeven Architects LLC

Edmund Studios Photography. View of the back wall of the kitchen, showing flush frame cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and concrete countertops.
Photo of a transitional kitchen in Milwaukee with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, white splashback, shaker cabinets and subway tile splashback.

Total Renovation - Intown Atlanta

Beth Kooby Design

jeff herr photography
This is an example of a small transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Tour of Homes 2014: #25 Mike Riddle Construction, LLC

Cherry City Interiors & Design

Builder/Remodeler: Mike Riddle Construction, LLC- Mike Riddle....Materials provided by: Cherry City Interiors & Design....Interior Design by: Shelli Dierck....Photographs by: Shelli Dierck

Crystal Court Rustic

Red Pepper Design & Cabinetry

To make the storage adequate and also define a dining area in the new open floorplan I designed a painted 'breakfront' with a wood countertop. Nothing personalizes a space like ones own objects on display!

Kitchen with Shaker Cabinets and Concrete Benchtops 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!