Minimalist White and Timber Contemporary Kitchen

A light and bright minimalist design featuring two-pack painted cabinetry to match the clients freshly painted walls, subway tile stack-style, and feature timber components bring warmth into the space. 20mm Caesarstone 'Ocean Foam' benchtops in a polished finish help to reflect overhead light. A small kitchen packed with functionality.

MId Century Family Home

Sally Feeney Interior Design Pty Ltd

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, terrazzo benchtops, subway tile splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen

Dennehy Builders Pty Ltd

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Geelong with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, white benchtop, wood and grey floor.

Blue and white kitchen

Kingshill Furniture

Inspiration for a transitional u-shaped kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, light hardwood floors and with island.

Bozeman Farmhouse

North Fork Builders of Montana, Inc.

Locati Architects, LongViews Studio
Inspiration for a large country l-shaped kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Beautiful Boho Kitchen Remodel

Inspired Spaces, Inc.

Photo of a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

5 Point Verona

Delpino Custom Homes

Mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Charleston with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop, an undermount sink and brown floor.

Modern dark grey kitchen with black handles

Eclectic Interiors

This beautiful contemporary dark grey kitchen was designed for a young professional family home in Clapham. Modern cabinetry and appliances were complimented with a traditional ceramic Belfast sink and floating shelves above to create a warm and inviting atmosphere to the interior. The island was framed in stone downstands at each end and a matching stone back panel , providing beautiful design detail to the overall look. Moroccan style tiles were used in the main kitchen area and in the rest of the room a wooden floor was laid. This beautifully designed kitchen is still very practical and the large double utility cupboard on the right houses the boiler, washing machine and dryer

Kitchens

Champion1 Construction

Mid-sized modern l-shaped separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey floor, concrete floors and white benchtop.

Santa Monica Bungalow

GLYNNdesignbuild

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, quartzite benchtops, slate floors, no island and grey floor.

Chimney Springs: Flood Renovation Project

Atlanta Curb Appeal

This renovation all began when the family had some pipes flood from the attic all the way through the home, and, once they began to redesign the space, they decided to add the kitchen and laundry room to the project. This was the second renovation we have completed in this home. Atlanta Curb Appeal renovated the basement years ago, so they knew they could trust our company with this huge project!

Fish Cross Cottage

Warren French Interiors

A coastal Scandinavian renovation project, combining a Victorian seaside cottage with Scandi design. We wanted to create a modern, open-plan living space but at the same time, preserve the traditional elements of the house that gave it it's character.

Bernese Farmhouse

Colossus Mfg.

All day nook with custom built cushions, oval table made by wood worker in Auburn, CA, and oversized iron pendant.
Inspiration for an expansive single-wall eat-in kitchen in Sacramento with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Great Room Kitchen with Black and White Cabinets in Bettendorf Iowa

Village Home Stores

Model home built in Bettendorf, Iowa including an open concept kitchen with large island, black stainless appliances, and black and white painted cabinetry. Design and select materials by Village Home Stores for Aspen Homes of the Quad Cities. Planning to build a home in the Quad Cities area soon? Contact us for a kitchen design quote and more today! Featured: Koch cabinetry in the Savannah Shaker door and combination of Maple White and Black paints. MSI Carrera Marmi quartz counters and Black Stainless appliances by Whirlpool. Lighting by Generation Lighting and Capital also featured.

Evanston: Gross Pointe

Lugbill Designs

Small contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, white benchtop, an undermount sink and grey cabinets.

Modernized Tradition

Layered Dimensions Interior Design

Photo of a contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Lonesomeville Pottery Studio & ADU

Shelter Solutions LLC - ADU Specialist

Small country l-shaped kitchen in Portland with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, tile benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, white benchtop, vaulted and wood.

MM - Hilltop House

Nick Lee Architecture

This is an example of a large country kitchen in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Whitianga

Real Interior NZ

Beach style l-shaped kitchen in Auckland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

TAHAN - le confort monacal

maéma architectes

Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Kitchen with Flat-panel Cabinets and Subway Tile Splashback 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!