Mantle Hood with cabinets that go to the 10' ceiling. Design includes 48" Wolf Range with spice pull-outs on both sides, a Warming Drawer to the left and a Microwave Drawer on the right.

Rural Sioux City

Modern Kitchen Design

Photo by Mark Karrer DutchMade, Inc. Cabinetry was provided by Modern Kitchen Design. The homeowner supplied all other materials.
Inspiration for a large eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with with island, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink and slate floors.

Our Work

Marc Lemoine Architecture, LLC

Large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Las Vegas with with island, a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and slate floors.

Schappacher White

M.Teixeira Soapstone

Wallace K Harrison Estate in Long Island. Design by Schappacher White Ltd. www.schappacherwhite.com . Belvedere Soapstone island.
Design ideas for a modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with soapstone benchtops, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black splashback, stainless steel appliances and slate floors.

Ridge Residence

Hsu McCullough

Wood siding of the exterior wraps into the house at the south end of the kitchen concealing a pantry and panel-ready column, FIsher&Paykel refrigerator and freezer as well as a coffee bar. An assemblage of textures and raw materials including a dark-hued, minimalist layout for the kitchen opens to living room with panoramic views of the canyon to the left and the street on the right. We dropped the kitchen ceiling to be lower than the living room by 24 inches. There is a roof garden of meadow grasses and agave above the kitchen which thermally insulates cooling the kitchen space. Soapstone counter top, backsplash and shelf/window sill, Brizo faucet with Farrow & Ball "Pitch Black" painted cabinets complete the edges. The smooth stucco of the exterior walls and roof overhang wraps inside to the ceiling passing the wide screen windows facing the street. An American black walnut island with Fyrn counter stools separate the kitchen and living room over a floor of black, irregular-shaped flagstone. Delta Light fixtures were used throughout for their discreet beauty yet highly functional settings.

Richmond Farm

Gunn Construction & Building Co.

Mid-sized country kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, slate floors, grey floor and black benchtop.

Une cuisine de Chef à la maison

JOA France

Inspiration for an expansive scandinavian galley eat-in kitchen in Paris with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, black splashback, slate splashback, panelled appliances, slate floors, with island and black floor.

Green Kitchen

Roomscapes Cabinetry and Design Center

The green tones of this kitchen give a modern twist to this traditional home. Beaded board coffered ceiling delineates the kitchen space in this open floor plan. Two-level island in the center offers work area in the kitchen side and a buffet-style cabinet in the dining-room side.

Industrial Küche

Small industrial l-shaped open plan kitchen in Munich with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and no island.

Rustic Kitchen Renovation

Echelon Builders, Inc.

Sliding barn door from reclaimed lumber. Hand-hewn timber post and beams. Custom reclaimed timber & stone veneer hood with Thermador range and hood insert. Custom distressed rustic cherry cabinetry and honed granite counter tops. Herringbone back splash. Photo by: Tom Martineau (Martineau Design)

House on the Neck

Eric Reinholdt, Architect

An interior palette of natural wood and subtle color shifts mimics the natural site. It also narrates a story of the rough bark (the exterior shell) concealing the warm interior heartwood. Eric Reinholdt - Project Architect/Lead Designer with Elliott, Elliott, Norelius Architecture Photo: Brian Vanden Brink

Teeter/Sjoberg

Homes By Frameworks

Harper Point Photography
Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with open cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island and multi-coloured floor.

Hudson Valley Farmhouse Kitchen

Jeff Wilkinson, RA

Farm House Kitchen built from a white oak tree harvested from the Owner's property. The Radiant heat in the Kitchen flooring is native Bluestone from Johnston & Rhodes. The double Cast Iron Kohler Sink is a reclaimed fixture with a Rohl faucet. Counters are by Vermont Soapstone. Appliances include a restored Wedgewood stove with double ovens and a refrigerator by Liebherr. Cabinetry designed by JWRA and built by Gergen Woodworks in Newburgh, NY. Lighting including the Pendants and picture lights are fixtures by Hudson Valley Lighting of Newburgh. Featured paintings include Carriage Driver by Chuck Wilkinson, Charlotte Valley Apples by Robert Ginder and Clothesline by Theodore Tihansky. Photo by Jimmie Georgen

Traditional L-shaped white kitchen with black countertop

Arredo Casa Group

A traditional custom kitchen with a modern hint. This kitchen is from the Laguna Collection and there are many door and cabinet options. The black counter is a durable and beautiful quartz, it can work for traditional or modern design.

Approved Used Kitchen, Magnet Shaker With Utility

Used Kitchen Exchange

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Cheshire with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, no island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Rossi Kitchen

Rudy Polwin Architects

Photographer: Michael Heeney
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Burlington with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and a peninsula.

Black Forest

Inavogue Kitchens & Cabinets

This kitchen features stunning white shaker profiled cabinet doors, black forest natural granite benchtop and a beautiful timber chopping block on the island bench. Showcasing many extra features such as wicker basket drawers, corbels, plate racks and stunning glass overheads.

Green Kitchen

Roomscapes Cabinetry and Design Center

The green tones of this kitchen give a modern twist to this traditional home. Beaded board coffered ceiling delineates the kitchen space in this open floor plan.

Hillside Traditional

JTID Inc.

A bearing wall between the dining area and the kitchen -as seen here- was removed. Two skylights were installed over the prep and cooking areas. Shaker cabinets convey a clean yet classic feel. A substantial island doubles as a breakfast bar which sits four. There are numerous cabinets to store dishes, dinnerware and all necessary utensils. Slate flooring, black and silver granite countertops and iridescent glass mosaic backsplashes complete the design scheme..

Rénovation d'une cuisine et d'un hall d'entrée

AIMM Studio

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Bordeaux with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, black splashback, panelled appliances, slate floors, no island, black floor and black benchtop.

Kitchen with Black Splashback and Slate Floors 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!