Kitchen with Shaker Cabinets and Granite Benchtops Design Ideas

Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New Orleans with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Zen Kitchen

Vogt Design Studio

Evan Robinson Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized asian galley separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and a peninsula.

Kolojeski

Kitchens Made Simple

Photo of a small transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances and no island.

Pippy Oak Kitchen

Churchwood Design

Hand-made pippy oak kitchen with 'Pegasus' granite worktops. The freestanding island unit is painted in Farrow & Ball 'Green Smoke' with a distressed finish.

Erskine Home

The Modern Hive

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Omaha with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Southern Bling

AKB Design

A long narrow kitchen renovation where we opted to put in an island and eliminate a wall of cabinets. Blocked up a window where the range is now and added two small windows. Client was from the south and loved to add some bling, so we added crystal chandeliers and glass backsplash that sparkles.

Eagle Vail Kitchen

Andl Interiors

Kimberly Gavin
Inspiration for a country u-shaped separate kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, white cabinets and shaker cabinets.

New England Vintage Farm

New England Design Elements

Photo of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands and beige floor.

Greendale Tailored Kitchen

Renovations Group Inc

Our homeowner had dreamt about one day redoing her beyond outdated kitchen since they day her husband carried her over the threshold. Vinyl flooring used for a backsplash, dingy carpeting, laminate with no sheen left to speak of and mismatched cabinetry…. it was time to make it happen. A year’s worth of planning later, her time capsule became one dreamy kitchen. Functionality reigns supreme in this small, but efficient kitchen where every cabinet has a story to tell and a place to store it. Countertop space to the right of the stove was an added necessity for function and safety. The raised snack bar is perfect for day to day meals and the lowered countertop was a must for this petite baker. A new lighting plan includes recessed lights, under-cabinet and accent lights, while new lighting fixtures reflect the client’s sense of style. Dingy brick patterned carpet was removed making way for new hardwood floors toothed in from the dining room. An airy palette gained some weight with the use of larger details; the oversized hood, beefy turned posts, prominent apron front sink and a grouping of tall cabinets on the refrigerator wall. Glass cabinet fronts, shiny beveled subway tile, and granite countertops allow light to dance around the space. Zachary Seib Photography

Parade of Homes 2014 Residence

Tate Interiors

Longviews Studios, Inc.
Inspiration for a large country u-shaped kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, shaker cabinets and subway tile splashback.

Kitchen remodel

Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and ceramic splashback.

Brook Road House

Moore Design Builders

Paul Rogers
This is an example of a large country u-shaped kitchen pantry in Burlington with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

A place to cook

User

A wonderful kitchen created in a contemporary extension to an old stone farmhouse. The glass roof and the dual access to the garden and a rear courtyard gives this a real indoor/outdoor feel. Photo Styling Jan Cadle, Colin Cadle Photography

The Sanctuary

Glenn Layton Homes

Glenn Layton Homes, LLC, "Building Your Coastal Lifestyle"
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Jacksonville with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

Cortlandt-Manor-Kitchen

Kaja Gam Design, Inc. & KGHome

stainless steel farm sink and quartz counter tops makes this kitchen easy to clean Photo: Ken Skalski
Mid-sized contemporary kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors and beige floor.

Hill Street Hacienda

Carl Mattison Design

josh vick, home tour america
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Tansu Home

Mikiten Architecture

Extension of the kitchen toward the back yard created space for a new breakfast nook facing the owning sun. Cookbook storage is integrated into the bench design. Photo: Erick Mikiten, AIA

Harvard Square

Pinney Designs

Renovated Kitchen in the heart of Harvard Sq. Cambridge, MA. The young couple was looking for a kitchen renovation with lots of style. Loving the look of marble counters but not the upkeep Pinney Designs recommended and designed a kitchen with a marble backsplash and durable honed black granite countertops. The Island was custom designed and utilized an Ikea butcher block surface for the island counter. Photography: Ben Gebo

NYC Small Apartment

Kamen Tall Architects, PC

Joanne Tall
Inspiration for a small traditional galley kitchen pantry in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Professional Chef's Kitchen

Dalia Kitchen Design

Boston Home Magazine
Large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and medium hardwood floors.

Kitchen with Shaker Cabinets and Granite 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!