A major kitchen remodel to a spectacular mid-century residence in the Tucson foothills. Project scope included demo of the north facing walls and the roof. The roof was raised and picture windows were added to take advantage of the fantastic view. New terrazzo floors were poured in the renovated kitchen to match the existing floor throughout the home. Custom millwork was created by local craftsmen. Photo: David Olsen

At Home in the Woods

Trent Williams Construction Management

Design ideas for a large traditional galley open plan kitchen in Austin with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terrazzo floors and with island.

エレガントかつ、フェミニンな住まい

ハウスクラフト株式会社

Inspiration for a transitional single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, tile benchtops, white splashback, white appliances, terrazzo floors, a peninsula, white floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Cuisine : un espace de travail fonctionnel

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Photo : Julie Dall'omo
Photo of a small transitional single-wall kitchen in Paris with white cabinets, white splashback, terrazzo floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Brick Modern House

HAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles

Modern Brick House, Indianapolis, Windcombe Neighborhood - Christopher Short, Derek Mills, Paul Reynolds, Architects, HAUS Architecture + WERK | Building Modern - Construction Managers - Architect Custom Builders

Sunrise House

Traction Architecture

Walnut cabinetry with sculptural pulls and a pinwheel patterned tile backsplash pick up the colors in the terrazzo floor and nod to the home’s mid-century modern roots.

Mid Century Magic

Blythe Interiors

Design ideas for a large midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white appliances, terrazzo floors and beige floor.

Whitmore Gardens

Claudia Urvois Interior Design

Contemporary kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, coloured appliances, terrazzo floors, with island, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Brick Modern House

HAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles

1926 Kitchen remodel with waterfall counter top

Murphy Bros. Design | Build | Remodel

Backsplash Tile: Heath Dual Glaze Triangles, DG-10 Natural White Blend; 90-degree Corner Base sink; Cabinets: Full Overlay, Rift White Oak, Hard rock Melamine

Sarasota Modern Kitchen with Terrazzo Floors

Florida Design Works

From the giant sliding glass door to the terrazzo floor and modern, geometric design—this home is the perfect example of Sarasota Modern. Thanks to Christie’s Kitchen & Bath for partnering with our team on this project. Product Spotlight: Cambria's Montgomery Countertops

Salt Lake Mid Mod

cityhomeCOLLECTIVE

Fully custom kitchen remodel with red marble countertops, red Fireclay tile backsplash, white Fisher + Paykel appliances, and a custom wrapped brass vent hood. Pendant lights by Anna Karlin, styling and design by cityhomeCOLLECTIVE

Mid Century Residence

KP Hudson Construction Inc.

Inspiration for a large midcentury single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, terrazzo floors, a peninsula, white floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Mid Century meets a Victorian Terrace

Claudia Dorsch Interior Design Ltd

Design ideas for an expansive midcentury eat-in kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, quartzite benchtops, red splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances, terrazzo floors, no island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Restructuration appartement 9ème

Nelson Architecture Interieure & Design

This is an example of a small traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, green splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, terrazzo floors, green floor and white benchtop.

Retro, Mid Century Modern Kitchen Remodel

Habitar Design

A contemporary, Mid-Century Modern kitchen refresh with gorgeous high-gloss white and walnut wood cabinetry paired with bright, red accents. The flooring is a beautifully speckled Terrazzo tile. Open shelving against a reclaimed brick backsplash is brightened up with recessed lighting. Our designer, Mackenzie Cain, created this truly unique kitchen for these stylish homeowners.

Appartamento SC san giovanni

07am architetti

Design ideas for a small scandinavian single-wall eat-in kitchen in Rome with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback and terrazzo floors.

Highland Park Kitchen 1

Jacob Evans Kitchen & Bath

Photo of a midcentury open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, terrazzo floors and with island.

Full Home Renovation St. Petersburg

DCI Home Improvements

Full home renovation including kitchen, bathrooms, lanai, and door installations. Mid-century modern and beach styles.
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury galley open plan kitchen in Tampa with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, terrazzo floors, with island and white benchtop.

Tueting kitchen

Wood Wise Design & Remodeling

Stuart Jones Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Raleigh with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terrazzo floors and with island.

All Cabinet Finishes Kitchen with Terrazzo Floors 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!