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.

appartamento TB

BURNAZZI FELTRIN ARCHITETTI

Expansive contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, grey splashback, black appliances, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Seattle Green Remodel: Greenlake House LIft

Blue Sound Construction, Inc.

This Seattle remodel of a Greenlake house involved lifting the original Sears Roebuck home 12 feet in the air and building a new basement and 1st floor, remodeling much of the original third floor. The kitchen features an eat-in nook and cabinetry that makes the most of a small space. This home was featured in the Eco Guild's Green Building Slam, Eco Guild's sponsored remodel tour, and has received tremendous attention for its conservative, sustainable approach. Constructed by Blue Sound Construction, Inc, Designed by Make Design, photographed by Aaron Leitz Photography.

Hameau Boileau Paris 16eme

Projet Wabi-sabi

Projet livré fin novembre 2022, budget tout compris 100 000 € : un appartement de vieille dame chic avec seulement deux chambres et des prestations datées, à transformer en appartement familial de trois chambres, moderne et dans l'esprit Wabi-sabi : épuré, fonctionnel, minimaliste, avec des matières naturelles, de beaux meubles en bois anciens ou faits à la main et sur mesure dans des essences nobles, et des objets soigneusement sélectionnés eux aussi pour rappeler la nature et l'artisanat mais aussi le chic classique des ambiances méditerranéennes de l'Antiquité qu'affectionnent les nouveaux propriétaires. La salle de bain a été réduite pour créer une cuisine ouverte sur la pièce de vie, on a donc supprimé la baignoire existante et déplacé les cloisons pour insérer une cuisine minimaliste mais très design et fonctionnelle ; de l'autre côté de la salle de bain une cloison a été repoussée pour gagner la place d'une très grande douche à l'italienne. Enfin, l'ancienne cuisine a été transformée en chambre avec dressing (à la place de l'ancien garde manger), tandis qu'une des chambres a pris des airs de suite parentale, grâce à une grande baignoire d'angle qui appelle à la relaxation. Côté matières : du noyer pour les placards sur mesure de la cuisine qui se prolongent dans la salle à manger (avec une partie vestibule / manteaux et chaussures, une partie vaisselier, et une partie bibliothèque). On a conservé et restauré le marbre rose existant dans la grande pièce de réception, ce qui a grandement contribué à guider les autres choix déco ; ailleurs, les moquettes et carrelages datés beiges ou bordeaux ont été enlevés et remplacés par du béton ciré blanc coco milk de chez Mercadier. Dans la salle de bain il est même monté aux murs dans la douche ! Pour réchauffer tout cela : de la laine bouclette, des tapis moelleux ou à l'esprit maison de vanaces, des fibres naturelles, du lin, de la gaze de coton, des tapisseries soixante huitardes chinées, des lampes vintage, et un esprit revendiqué "Mad men" mêlé à des vibrations douces de finca ou de maison grecque dans les Cyclades...

Yandina Sunrise

Atelier Chen Hung

The kitchen has a pale pink nougat-like terrazzo benchtop, paired with a blonde/pink Vic Ash timber joinery to make for an appetising space for cooking. Photography by James Hung

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
Photo of 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.

Сталинка на Курской

Buro 19.23

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, blue splashback, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, grey benchtop and terrazzo benchtops.

West End Avenue Kitchen

atmosphere kitchen and bath

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern galley separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, terrazzo benchtops, white splashback and stone tile splashback.

Import＊高級感あるミストグレーの扉が素敵

株式会社エムズファクトリー

M's Factory
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Nagoya with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, brown splashback, matchstick tile splashback, black appliances and no island.

Grand Dunes Condo | Designers Susan Lovelace, Joey LaSalle, & Cassidy Pickens

Lovelace Interiors

Kitchen
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and travertine floors.

Beach House - Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Bigelow Interiors

Recycled glass countertops, built-in sub-zero refrigerator, dishwasher drawers, mechanical shades and cornice boxes, pendent lighting, bead board and wainscot, planked ceiling, Siberian oak floors all add up to comfort and beauty. John Durant Photography Chereskin Architecture

Alpine White countertop

IceStone

IceStone countertop in Alpine White. This product is made in Brooklyn from three simple ingredients: recycled glass, cement, and non-toxic pigment. Photo courtesy of Howells Architecture + Design.

RainShine House, a LEED Platinum certifited EarthCraft house

Pinnacle Custom Builders, Inc.

This fun and functional custom kitchen features concrete counters made with recycled glass.
Design ideas for a large contemporary galley separate kitchen in Atlanta with flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, green splashback, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, recycled glass benchtops, glass tile splashback, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

San Rafael, CA Kitchen From Traditional to Contemporary

Uhrich Design

Clients' dreams come true with the new contemporary kitchen. Countertops are recycled glass by Vetrazzo "Mille Fiori". Horizontal quarter sawn oak cabinets along with stainless steel add to the contemporary, colorful vibe.

Wilshire Kitchen, Portland (Photo: Matt Niebuhr)

Howells Architecture + Design

Designed for a 1930s Portland, OR home, this kitchen remodel aims for a clean, timeless sensibility without sacrificing the space to generic modernism. Cherry cabinets, Ice Stone countertops and Heath tile add texture and variation in an otherwise sleek, pared down design. A custom built-in bench works well for eat-in breakfasts. Period reproduction lighting, Deco pulls, and a custom formica table root the kitchen to the origins of the home. All photos by Matt Niebuhr. www.mattniebuhr.com

Green Goods

Design by Heather Tissue; construction by Green Goods Kitchen remodel featuring carmelized strand woven bamboo plywood, maple plywood and paint grade cabinets, custom bamboo doors, handmade ceramic tile, custom concrete countertops

Ferndale Cottage

Kitty Lee Architecture

Inspiration for a small contemporary open plan kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, pink splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and pink benchtop.

Californian Bungalow II

Sally Feeney Interior Design Pty Ltd

A full kitchen renovation including addition of skylights transformed a previously darker and tricky workspace into a light and bright entertainers kitchen.

Kitchen with Terrazzo Benchtops and Recycled 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!