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.

Blue Kitchen with Terrazzo Benchtops

Improva

A kitchen that combines sleek modern design with natural warmth. This beautifully crafted space features a curved island as its centrepiece, creating a dynamic flow that enhances both functionality and aesthetics. The island is clad with elegant terrazzo stone adding a touch of contemporary charm. The combination of the Dulux Albeit-coloured joinery and the Milano oak wall cabinets creates a captivating interplay of colours and textures, elevating the visual impact of the kitchen.

Northcote House

Ochre Studio

Custom terrazzo benchtop, oak veneer cupboards with hand pull cutouts for opening, curved walls with timber battens.
Inspiration for an eclectic kitchen in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, light wood cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, concrete floors, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Appartement Boyer

Ludily

Au cœur de la place du Pin à Nice, cet appartement autrefois sombre et délabré a été métamorphosé pour faire entrer la lumière naturelle. Nous avons souhaité créer une architecture à la fois épurée, intimiste et chaleureuse. Face à son état de décrépitude, une rénovation en profondeur s’imposait, englobant la refonte complète du plancher et des travaux de réfection structurale de grande envergure. L’une des transformations fortes a été la dépose de la cloison qui séparait autrefois le salon de l’ancienne chambre, afin de créer un double séjour. D’un côté une cuisine en bois au design minimaliste s’associe harmonieusement à une banquette cintrée, qui elle, vient englober une partie de la table à manger, en référence à la restauration. De l’autre côté, l’espace salon a été peint dans un blanc chaud, créant une atmosphère pure et une simplicité dépouillée. L’ensemble de ce double séjour est orné de corniches et une cimaise partiellement cintrée encadre un miroir, faisant de cet espace le cœur de l’appartement. L’entrée, cloisonnée par de la menuiserie, se détache visuellement du double séjour. Dans l’ancien cellier, une salle de douche a été conçue, avec des matériaux naturels et intemporels. Dans les deux chambres, l’ambiance est apaisante avec ses lignes droites, la menuiserie en chêne et les rideaux sortants du plafond agrandissent visuellement l’espace, renforçant la sensation d’ouverture et le côté épuré.

nnu House

Studio Jayga Architects

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Essex with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Gemütliche Wohnküche mit cleveren Stauraumlösungen und einer Sitznische

KitchenAdvisor

Wohnküche mit Insel in hellem Design
This is an example of an expansive contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Hamburg with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, glass benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands and brown floor.

Modern Swedish Kitchen in Dark Blue

Sola Kitchens

Lind-Cummings Design Photography
Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with a single-bowl sink, glass benchtops, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, blue cabinets, white splashback, with island, flat-panel cabinets and blue benchtop.

Grey & Frosted Glass Kitchen - Buckinghamshire Residence

LLI Design

The kitchen was designed to give a real wow factor. A dramatic 3.7m long central island wrapped in statement dove grey frosted glass was installed and under lit with LED strips. The island houses the double sink, with waste disposer, water softener, pop up sockets, induction hob with downdraft extractor and a breakfast bar at one end. An impressive bank of tall units sits against the back wall with 2 ovens, microwave, steam oven and a large wine fridge. At one end there are pocket doors that fold back to reveal, toaster, mixer and all paraphernalia that usually clutter the worktop. This can be closed when not required, keeping the look sleek and visually pure. Photography : Alex Maguire Photography.

Modern Condo Remodel

River Birch Construction

This is an example of a mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and no island.

Lake Forest Park Renovation

FINNE Architects

The Lake Forest Park Renovation is a top-to-bottom renovation of a 50's Northwest Contemporary house located 25 miles north of Seattle. Photo: Benjamin Benschneider

Woodmeister Master Builders - WestWind

Woodmeister Master Builders

End grain bamboo cabinets,bio glass counters make, and recycled glass back splash tiles make this a very 'green' kitchen.
Inspiration for a small beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with glass benchtops, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Coastal Scandinavian

Willow Creek Interiors

This is an example of a large scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and wood.

Hexagon Haus - kitchen

Kristy Kropat Design GmbH

mid-century modern kitchen with lime green ceramic dimensional backsplash tile, terrazzo countertops, gray oak wood flat panel cabinet doors, white pull tab handles for a modern mountain vacation home. Moderne Küche aus der Mitte des Jahrhunderts mit lindgrüner, maßhaltiger Keramikfliese, Terrazzo-Arbeitsplatten, Flachschranktüren aus Eichenholz grau, weiße Griffleisten für ein modernes Ferienhaus in den Bergen.

Stella House

DEMO Architects

The kitchen is open to the living room. A central island offers a casual space to cook together, have a drink and socialize while preparing dinner
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland Maine with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Berkeley Kitchen Full of Organization

Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.

Mike Kaskel
Large transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, glass benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Kitchen Design Ideas

Allen Kitchen & Bath

Architect: Harrison Design | Photo by: Jim Bartsch | Built by Allen
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, glass benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and grey floor.

Glass Countertops

Abraxis Art Glass & Doors, Inc

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, glass benchtops, glass sheet splashback, travertine floors, multiple islands, blue splashback and turquoise benchtop.

Reflections of Azure

John Cook Kitchens

Inspiration for a large tropical eat-in kitchen in Hawaii with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, glass benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island and turquoise benchtop.

Contemporary Flat Panel Cabinet Kitchen with Glass Front Cabinets

CabinetWerks by Orren Pickell

This light wood contemporary kitchen features opaque glass cabinet doors, flat panel cabinetry, and a glass topped semi-circular island. Photo by Linda Oyama Bryan. Cabinetry by Wood-Mode/Brookhaven.

Towers to a Dream

Rogers Designs Inc.

Glass tops with movement inside of the glass. All acrylic cabinet.
Large modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Miami with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, glass benchtops, black splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, orange floor and turquoise benchtop.

Kitchen with Terrazzo Benchtops and Glass Benchtops 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!