This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

niguel west mid-century modern

Moss Yaw Design studio

modern geometries, pendant lighting and contrasting materials add visual interest while a new peninsula and oversize island provide for increased functionality at the open kitchen

Paxton House

Spotlight Design Center

A beautiful two tone - Polar and Navy Kitchen with gold hardware.
Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Квартира в историческом центре петербурга

oneione interiors

Зона столовой отделена от гостиной перегородкой из ржавых швеллеров, которая является опорой для брутального обеденного стола со столешницей из массива карагача с необработанными краями. Стулья вокруг стола относятся к эпохе европейского минимализма 70-х годов 20 века. Были перетянуты кожей коньячного цвета под стиль дивана изготовленного на заказ. Дровяной камин, обшитый керамогранитом с текстурой ржавого металла, примыкает к исторической белоснежной печи, обращенной в зону гостиной. Кухня зонирована от зоны столовой островом с барной столешницей. Подножье бара, сформировавшееся стихийно в результате неверно в полу выведенных водорозеток, было решено превратить в ступеньку, которая является излюбленным местом детей - на ней очень удобно сидеть в маленьком возрасте. Полы гостиной выложены из массива карагача тонированного в черный цвет. Фасады кухни выполнены в отделке микроцементом, который отлично сочетается по цветовой гамме отдельной ТВ-зоной на серой мраморной панели и другими монохромными элементами интерьера.

Class Act Modern Kitchen Reno

Omorfia' Designs Inc

This modern kitchen update was a dream to work on. Every detail down to the lighting included inside the cabinets and drawers was well thought out executed by our team of designers, architects and builders. We are proud of the end result and more importantly our home owners are ecstatic and can't wait to spend every moment possible in their new mid century modern inspired kitchen.

Kenilworth Project - Mid Century Modern Whole House Remodel

Haven Design and Construction

The kitchen in this Mid Century Modern home is a true showstopper. The designer expanded the original kitchen footprint and doubled the kitchen in size. The walnut dividing wall and walnut cabinets are hallmarks of the original mid century design, while a mix of deep blue cabinets provide a more modern punch. The triangle shape is repeated throughout the kitchen in the backs of the counter stools, the ends of the waterfall island, the light fixtures, the clerestory windows, and the walnut dividing wall.

Seapointe Condo

design styles architecture

Design ideas for a small country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Morrison Earth House

BONSAI

Small contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, brown benchtop and vaulted.

Ristrutturazione Complesso La Querce

Arch. Alessandra Cipriani

Cucina
Expansive mediterranean l-shaped separate kitchen in Florence with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, orange floor, multi-coloured benchtop and vaulted.

Reforma integral en El Carmen

GOSENDE NAVARRO · studio

Una cocina pensada para cubrir altas necesidades en un espacio de reducidas dimensiones. Todo lo necesario para el día a día diseñado de forma que quede integrado en un espacio mixto de salón - estudio.

LAYER

Flussocreativo Design Studio

Design ideas for a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, terrazzo floors, with island, multi-coloured floor, beige benchtop, exposed beam and vaulted.

Modern Farmhouse

JRP Design & Remodel

Our clients wanted the ultimate modern farmhouse custom dream home. They found property in the Santa Rosa Valley with an existing house on 3 ½ acres. They could envision a new home with a pool, a barn, and a place to raise horses. JRP and the clients went all in, sparing no expense. Thus, the old house was demolished and the couple’s dream home began to come to fruition. The result is a simple, contemporary layout with ample light thanks to the open floor plan. When it comes to a modern farmhouse aesthetic, it’s all about neutral hues, wood accents, and furniture with clean lines. Every room is thoughtfully crafted with its own personality. Yet still reflects a bit of that farmhouse charm. Their considerable-sized kitchen is a union of rustic warmth and industrial simplicity. The all-white shaker cabinetry and subway backsplash light up the room. All white everything complimented by warm wood flooring and matte black fixtures. The stunning custom Raw Urth reclaimed steel hood is also a star focal point in this gorgeous space. Not to mention the wet bar area with its unique open shelves above not one, but two integrated wine chillers. It’s also thoughtfully positioned next to the large pantry with a farmhouse style staple: a sliding barn door. The master bathroom is relaxation at its finest. Monochromatic colors and a pop of pattern on the floor lend a fashionable look to this private retreat. Matte black finishes stand out against a stark white backsplash, complement charcoal veins in the marble looking countertop, and is cohesive with the entire look. The matte black shower units really add a dramatic finish to this luxurious large walk-in shower. Photographer: Andrew - OpenHouse VC

Provo Charm

Hebdon Studios

Traditional meets modern in this charming two story tudor home. A spacious floor plan with an emphasis on natural light allows for incredible views from inside the home.

Black & White Kitchen with Accents of Gold

Amazing Spaces

The existing U-shaped kitchen was tucked away in a small corner while the dining table was swimming in a room much too large for its size. The client’s needs and the architecture of the home made it apparent that the perfect design solution for the home was to swap the spaces. The homeowners entertain frequently and wanted the new layout to accommodate a lot of counter seating, a bar/buffet for serving hors d’oeuvres, an island with prep sink, and all new appliances. They had a strong preference that the hood be a focal point and wanted to go beyond a typical white color scheme even though they wanted white cabinets. While moving the kitchen to the dining space gave us a generous amount of real estate to work with, two of the exterior walls are occupied with full-height glass creating a challenge how best to fulfill their wish list. We used one available wall for the needed tall appliances, taking advantage of its height to create the hood as a focal point. We opted for both a peninsula and island instead of one large island in order to maximize the seating requirements and create a barrier when entertaining so guests do not flow directly into the work area of the kitchen. This also made it possible to add a second sink as requested. Lastly, the peninsula sets up a well-defined path to the new dining room without feeling like you are walking through the kitchen. We used the remaining fourth wall for the bar/buffet. Black cabinetry adds strong contrast in several areas of the new kitchen. Wire mesh wall cabinet doors at the bar and gold accents on the hardware, light fixtures, faucets and furniture add further drama to the concept. The focal point is definitely the black hood, looking both dramatic and cohesive at the same time.

Modern Montrose Loft

S Squared Design, LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury galley open plan kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, concrete floors, a peninsula, grey floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Northern Liberties, Philadelphia: Whole Condo Renovation

Buckminster Green LLC

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, black appliances, bamboo floors, with island, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and vaulted.

North Oaks - Traditional Pantry Addition

Michels Homes

Builder: Michels homes Design: Megan Dent, Studio M Kitchen & Bath
Inspiration for a large l-shaped kitchen pantry in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, beige benchtop and exposed beam.

Hadley Lake Cottage

Alexander Design Group, Inc.

Inspiration for a transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

French Country Kitchen

Inspiration for a l-shaped kitchen in Phoenix with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, beige benchtop and vaulted.

Gorgeous Open Floor Plan Cottage in Los Gatos

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

Design ideas for a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop, vaulted, timber and stainless steel appliances.

Kitchen with Vaulted and Exposed Beam 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!