Updated kitchen features split face limestone backsplash, stone/plaster hood, arched doorways, and exposed wood beams.
Design ideas for a large mediterranean galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, limestone splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor, beige benchtop and exposed beam.

LEICHT Ikono-A Kitchen in Neroton - Wakefield

Andrew James Kitchens & Bedrooms Ltd.

LEICHT Kitchen furniture in Ikono-A Neroton finish, with contrasting furniture in Bondi-C Arctic finish. Neff and Falmec integrated appliances, Quooker Boiling Water tap, and Corian worktops.

Highgate

Black and Milk | Interior Design | London

See https://blackandmilk.co.uk/interior-design-portfolio/ for more details.

Montmartre - Tholozé

Supercraft Studio | Architecte d'intérieur

Cuisine ouverte sur la pièce de vie avec coin repas.
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, no island and white benchtop.

Classic Rosedale

Four Blocks South

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Toronto with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, yellow splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

London Home Refurbishment

Engineering Design Ltd

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, no island, grey floor and black benchtop.

MInneapolis Modern Kitchen and Bath

w.b. builders

Inspiration for a modern u-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, black benchtop and panelled appliances.

House on Lyford Road

DUST Architecture

Large contemporary galley kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, white benchtop, beige cabinets and no island.

Dovercourt

Wanda Ely Architect Inc.

The kitchen is laid out to be comfortable for two people to cook simultaneously. A wide gas range is integrated in the island with a discreet downdraft hood.

A California Cape-Cod Beauty

GDC Construction

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, solid surface benchtops and beige floor.

Transitional Kitchen

Design ideas for a large transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Essex with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Tribeca Loft

McWalters Collaborative

GLP Inc. dba Gary Lee Partners
Design ideas for a large modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Fifth Avenue Residence

Weil Friedman Architects

As in many New York City buildings, the extent of this kitchen was limited to the original prewar footprint. Custom cabinets with glass doors, and integrated appliances help keep the space feeling open and airy.

Modern Bliss

Luxe Classic Kitchens & Interiors, Inc.

Tommy Okapal
Large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, with island, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops and ceramic floors.

Old World Charm

Monticello Cabinets & Doors

These are some finished Old World Kitchens that we have designed, built, and installed. Mark Gardner, President of Monticello, took these photos.
Photo of a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Oklahoma City with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige splashback, panelled appliances, with island, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, stone tile splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Kitchen examples

Marrokal Design & Remodeling

This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic u-shaped separate kitchen in San Diego with glass-front cabinets, an undermount sink, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, with island, white floor and blue benchtop.

SR Ski House

Rob Bramhall Architects

Irvin Serrano
Design ideas for a large country l-shaped kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, solid surface benchtops and brown floor.

Roundhouse kitchen/living spaces

Roundhouse

Roundhouse Urbo matt lacquer bespoke kitchen in Pearl Ashes 3 by Fired Earth and island in Graphite 4 by Fired Earth. Work surface in Quartzstone White 04 and on island, worktop and breakfast bar in Wholestave American Black Walnut. Splashback in colour blocked glass.

Southborough Road

West & Reid Ltd

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, linoleum floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Wedgewood

MMI Design

This is an example of a large contemporary open plan kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, travertine floors, multiple islands, beige floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Solid Surface Benchtops and Panelled Appliances 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!