Avenue Parmentier par Mathilde Abeel - Ma Petite Décoration

Stéphane Vasco
This is an example of a small scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic splashback, cement tiles, no island, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Butterfly Beige Granite Kitchen

Stone Action

Butterfly Beige granite is shown in this project! Search "Butterfly Beige" granite, see more granite or other stone options: http://www.stoneaction.com Learn more about granite to see if it’s right for you: Granite countertops can last a lifetime. It contains no harmful chemicals and do not emit harmful radiation or gasses. Granite is heat resistant and is one of the most heat-resistant countertops on the market. You can place a hot pan out of the oven directly onto the countertop surface. Experts do recommend the use of a trivet when using appliances that emit heat for long periods of time, such as crockpots. Since the material is so dense, there is a small possibility heating one area of the top and not the entire thing, could cause the countertop to crack. Granite is scratch resistant. You can cut on it, but it will dull your knives! Granite scores a seven on Moh’s hardness scale. Granite countertops are considered to be a low maintenance countertop surface. The likelihood of needing to be repaired or resurfaced is low. Granite is a porous material. Most fabricators will apply a sealer to granite countertops before they are installed which will protect them from absorbing liquids too quickly. Many sealers last more than 10 years before needing to be reapplied. When they do need to be reapplied, it is something that most homeowners can do on their own as the process is similar to cleaning. Darker granites are very dense and sometimes don’t even require a sealer. When it comes to pricing, there are a lot of variables such as edge profile, total square footage, backsplash, etc. Don’t be fooled by the stereotype that all granite is expensive. Lower-range granites will cost less than high-range laminate. Though granite countertops are not considered “low range” in pricing, there are a lot of affordable options. If you are looking for something truly unique, consider an exotic granite. Some quarries are not easily accessible and/or only able to be quarried for short periods of time throughout the year. If these circumstances exist in a quarry with gorgeous stone, the price will be driven upward. You won’t find a lot of solid patterns or bright colors, but both do exist. Also, watch for a large range of color and pattern within the same color of stone. It’s always a good idea to view the exact slab(s) that will be fabricated for your kitchen to make sure they are what you expected to see from the sample. Another factor is that many exotic types of granite have huge flowing waves, and a small sample will not be an accurate representation of the whole slab. Granite countertops are very resistant to chemicals. Acids and bases will not harm the material.

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Savvy Kitchens

Inspiration for a large midcentury u-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island and grey floor.

Oceanside Storage Wall Pullout Pantry

Cabinets & Designs

The Wood-Mode Custom Cabinetry Tall Pullout Towers were used at each end of this run of tall cabinets. By special request, the items were done in back painted glass. This is an elegance alternative to a traditional pantry. Another tall cabinet panel was used as an appliance front panel for the Sub-Zero refrigeration units.

Feeling Beachie? Coastal Kitchen

Rochon New York

Love the beach? You can practically hear the ocean roar in this bright, open and airy coastal kitchen. The custom-made Rochon shaker wood cabinets in teal are the highlight of this space. The center island features a ton of storage as does the custom wall unit. The appliance are stainless steel and the large windows, skylights, and double sliding doors bring natural light to this happy space.

Key West

Kanga Construction

Inspiration for a mid-sized kitchen in Miami with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, beige floor and white benchtop.

Ardsley Park Remodel

Calimia Home

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall kitchen in Miami with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, no island, grey floor, solid surface benchtops and white benchtop.

Evangelist Rd NW5

Martins Camisuli Architects

Mid-sized eclectic single-wall open plan kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles and multi-coloured floor.

Los Angeles, Sweetzer - Kitchen Remodel

Luxe Remodel

Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island and multi-coloured floor.

Ongoing work

KA Architecture

Photo of a small industrial l-shaped kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, stainless steel appliances and cement tiles.

Marina Kitchen-BEFORE + AFTER

Grace Paik Design

Client wanted a galley kitchen, we closed off the entrance left of the oven, and gave more counter top, we took out the entrance swing door, and opened up a wall dividing the kitchen to the dining area by adding a counter between the kitchen and dining and bar stools on the opposite wall to give more seating.

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Next Day Granites

Beautiful farmhouse kitchen with inset custom cabinets, Denton countertops.
Design ideas for a large l-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Brooklyn Kitchen Renovation

Azy LaBelle Design

Our overall design concept for the renovation of this space was to optimize the functional space for a family of five and accentuate the existing window. In the renovation, we eliminated a huge centrally located kitchen island which acted as an obstacle to the feeling of the space and focused on creating an elegant and balanced plan promoting movement, simplicity and precisely executed details. We held strong to having the kitchen cabinets, wherever possible, float off the floor to give the subtle impression of lightness avoiding a bottom heavy look. The cabinets were painted a pale tinted green to reduce the empty effect of light flooding a white kitchen leaving a softness and complementing the gray tiles. To integrate the existing dining room with the kitchen, we simply added some classic dining chairs and a dynamic light fixture, juxtaposing the geometry of the boxy kitchen with organic curves and triangular lights to balance the clean design with an inviting warmth.

Winamac, IN. Haas Signature Collection, Rustic Hickory Kitchen

Bailey's Cabinets

Haas Signature Collection Wood Species: Rustic Hickory Cabinet Finish: Natural Door Style: Federal Square Countertop: John Boos Butcherblock, Walnut, Oil Finish

The G residence kitchen

L.A. Remodeling Co. ®

Inspiration for a small eclectic u-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles and white floor.

Un studio parisien, malin et féminin

Anne Chemineau - Decor Interieur

Le projet : Aux Batignolles, un studio parisien de 25m2 laissé dans son jus avec une minuscule cuisine biscornue dans l’entrée et une salle de bains avec WC, vieillotte en plein milieu de l’appartement. La jeune propriétaire souhaite revoir intégralement les espaces pour obtenir un studio très fonctionnel et clair. Notre solution : Nous allons faire table rase du passé et supprimer tous les murs. Grâce à une surélévation partielle du plancher pour les conduits sanitaires, nous allons repenser intégralement l’espace tout en tenant compte de différentes contraintes techniques. Une chambre en alcôve surélevée avec des rangements tiroirs dissimulés en dessous, dont un avec une marche escamotable, est créée dans l’espace séjour. Un dressing coulissant à la verticale complète les rangements et une verrière laissera passer la lumière. La salle de bains est équipée d’une grande douche à l’italienne et d’un plan vasque sur-mesure avec lave-linge encastré. Les WC sont indépendants. La cuisine est ouverte sur le séjour et est équipée de tout l’électroménager nécessaire avec un îlot repas très convivial. Un meuble d’angle menuisé permet de ranger livres et vaisselle.

Maison années 30

Dingui Plantamura Architectes

Gros plan sur le coin évier et rangement de la cuisine
Mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Nantes with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

Timber & White Contemporary Compact Kitchen

Transform-A-Space

Small contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Adelaide with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, a peninsula, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Barnham Road

Genesis Kitchens & Design

David Kimber
Design ideas for a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, cement tiles, with island, grey floor, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances and white benchtop.

Convivium

Arclinea NY

Convivium is one of the most unique designs in the Arclinea portfolio, characterized by the recessed horizontal groove handle. The perfect kitchen for anyone who appreciates elegance and ergonomics, and craves a clean and ergonomic design.

Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances and Cement Tiles 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!