Kitchen for a beautiful ancient farmhouse in florence. Sage green doors, large peninsula top with a new, very resistant material. The plasterboard hood illuminates the entire kitchen area with its many spotlights.

Project Escape, East London

CCASA Architects

A new side extension allows for a generous new kitchen with direct link to the garden. Big generous sliding doors allow for fluid movement between the interior and the exterior. A big roof light was designed to flood the space with natural light. An exposed beam crossed the roof light and ceiling and gave us the opportunity to express it with a nice vivid colour which gives personality to the space.

Tudor Barn

Elementi Cucina

This beautiful period property, set in a pretty Berkshire Village has a stunning kitchen space and was the perfect backdrop for a new sleek designer Italian kitchen. With its pitched, beamed ceiling creating height within the room the clients wanted to modernise the space. The kitchen was centred around a large island with the stunning golden marmorea composite stone worktops, featuring beautiful warm veining, giving the perfect space for entertaining or cooking up a storm.

Mountain Home Design

User

This home features a unique architectural design that emphasizes texture over color. Throughout the interior and exterior of the home, the materials truly shine. Smooth glass, chunky wood, rough stone, and textured concrete are combined to create a neutral palate that has interest and the feeling of movement. Despite such heavy building materials, the architectural design of the home feels much lighter than the traditional rustic mountain home thanks to expansive windows that flood the interior with natural light and create a connection between the inside of the home and out. This connection between the inside and out creates a true feeling of a mountain escape while the laid-back approach to the design creates a relaxing retreat experience. The A5f series of windows with double pane glazing was selected for the project for the clean and modern aesthetic, the durability of all-aluminum frames, and the ease of installation with integrated nail flange. High-performance spacers, low iron glass, larger continuous thermal breaks, and multiple air seals all contribute to better performance than is seen in traditional aluminum windows. This means that larger expanses of glazing provide the feeling of indoor-outdoor integration while also maintaining comfort and protection from the weather year-round.

Big Sky Lake Living

Atwood: Fine Architectural Cabinetry

This Lake Keowee home beckons the great outdoors to come inside both day and night. Kitchen and adjacent Great Room boast full story windows in opposite directions with truly big sky views. The kitchen includes a concealed pantry behind hidden doors. Can you find it?

Кухня в Среднеземноморском стиле с мотивами Прованса

алекс линн

Кухня с акриловой столешницей. Фартук керамогранит под дерево.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, porcelain splashback, white appliances, porcelain floors, beige floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Espace cuisine et salle à manger

Agence boÔbo

Ancienne grange rénovée pour créer un espace cuisine et salle à manger ouvert.
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Bordeaux with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Contemporary Residence & Pool House

Marc Newman Architect

View of new kitchen & island with flush panel wood cabinets & white solid surface countertops.
Design ideas for a contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, ceramic splashback, white benchtop, flat-panel cabinets, blue splashback, white appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and exposed beam.

Leichhardt - Architectural addition to original terrace

hdmb

This is an example of a modern open plan kitchen in Sydney with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Таунхаус у залива

Maxim Maximov

Mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Saint Petersburg with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain floors, a peninsula, grey floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Candy Factory Loft

Lisa Davis Interiors

A cozy 830sq ft Boston Pied-a’-Terre with a European inspired garden patio
Mid-sized eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Küche T aus Flacht

Martin Lautenschlager Küchen & Innenausbau

Die Kunst bei der Gestaltung dieser Küche war die Trapezform bei der Gestaltung der neuen Küche mit großem Sitzplatz Sinnvoll zu nutzen. Alle Unterschränke wurden in weißem Mattlack ausgeführt und die lange Zeile beginnt links mit einer Tiefe von 70cm und endet rechts mit 40cm. Die Kochinsel hat ebenfalls eine Trapezform. Oberschränke und Hochschränke wurden in Altholz ausgeführt.

Farmhouse

Total kitchen outfitters

Large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Blairs Chalet

Britt White Studio

Inspiration for a small country l-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with an undermount sink, pink cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, coloured appliances, linoleum floors, a peninsula, purple floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Сталинка в Челябинске.

Марина Кутепова

Mid-sized l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, beige floor, blue benchtop and exposed beam.

Ravenshaw Street, West Hampstead, London NW6

Brosh Architects

Kitchen and brick wall
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Кухня в Среднеземноморском стиле с мотивами Прованса

алекс линн

Цокольные ящики hettich на кухне
Mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, porcelain splashback, white appliances, porcelain floors, no island, beige floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Framework House

Amos Goldreich Architecture

Amos Goldreich Architecture has completed an asymmetric brick extension that celebrates light and modern life for a young family in North London. The new layout gives the family distinct kitchen, dining and relaxation zones, and views to the large rear garden from numerous angles within the home. The owners wanted to update the property in a way that would maximise the available space and reconnect different areas while leaving them clearly defined. Rather than building the common, open box extension, Amos Goldreich Architecture created distinctly separate yet connected spaces both externally and internally using an asymmetric form united by pale white bricks. Previously the rear plan of the house was divided into a kitchen, dining room and conservatory. The kitchen and dining room were very dark; the kitchen was incredibly narrow and the late 90’s UPVC conservatory was thermally inefficient. Bringing in natural light and creating views into the garden where the clients’ children often spend time playing were both important elements of the brief. Amos Goldreich Architecture designed a large X by X metre box window in the centre of the sitting room that offers views from both the sitting area and dining table, meaning the clients can keep an eye on the children while working or relaxing. Amos Goldreich Architecture enlivened and lightened the home by working with materials that encourage the diffusion of light throughout the spaces. Exposed timber rafters create a clever shelving screen, functioning both as open storage and a permeable room divider to maintain the connection between the sitting area and kitchen. A deep blue kitchen with plywood handle detailing creates balance and contrast against the light tones of the pale timber and white walls. The new extension is clad in white bricks which help to bounce light around the new interiors, emphasise the freshness and newness, and create a clear, distinct separation from the existing part of the late Victorian semi-detached London home. Brick continues to make an impact in the patio area where Amos Goldreich Architecture chose to use Stone Grey brick pavers for their muted tones and durability. A sedum roof spans the entire extension giving a beautiful view from the first floor bedrooms. The sedum roof also acts to encourage biodiversity and collect rainwater. Continues Amos Goldreich, Director of Amos Goldreich Architecture says: “The Framework House was a fantastic project to work on with our clients. We thought carefully about the space planning to ensure we met the brief for distinct zones, while also keeping a connection to the outdoors and others in the space. “The materials of the project also had to marry with the new plan. We chose to keep the interiors fresh, calm, and clean so our clients could adapt their future interior design choices easily without the need to renovate the space again.” Clients, Tom and Jennifer Allen say: “I couldn’t have envisioned having a space like this. It has completely changed the way we live as a family for the better. We are more connected, yet also have our own spaces to work, eat, play, learn and relax.” “The extension has had an impact on the entire house. When our son looks out of his window on the first floor, he sees a beautiful planted roof that merges with the garden.”

Küche T aus Flacht

Martin Lautenschlager Küchen & Innenausbau

Cucina laccata bianca

Roberta Vizzotto

Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Venice with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Kitchen with Solid Surface Benchtops and Exposed Beam 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!