Design ideas for an expansive modern galley open plan kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black appliances, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop, vaulted, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback and vinyl floors.

Extension | The Ponds

iBuild Group Pty Ltd

Design ideas for a large contemporary eat-in kitchen in Sydney with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Adobe Falls Kitchen Remodel

M Prevost Design

kitchen remodel
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Trail View Renovation

Granger Remodel & Design

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Черничный Щербет

Ксения Розанцева | Творческая группа «Оcобинка»

This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island and grey benchtop.

Matt Graphite and Pale Grey Breakfasting Kitchen and Family Room

Newcastle Kitchen & Bedroom Co

Part of a multi-room project consisting of: kitchen, utility, media furniture, entrance hall and master bedroom furniture, situated within a modern renovation of a traditional stone built lodge on the outskirts of county Durham. the clean lines of our contemporary linear range of furniture -finished in pale grey and anthracite, provide a minimalist feel while contrasting elements emulating reclaimed oak add a touch of warmth and a subtle nod to the property’s rural surroundings.

Small Kitchen Remodel

Maureen's LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Gemeinschaftskücke

iam interior.architects.munich

C. Schaum
Small contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Munich with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, yellow splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula and grey floor.

Coal Valley, IL- What's Black & White and Gold All Over? This On-Trend Kitchen

Village Home Stores

Black and White painted cabinetry paired with White Quartz and gold accents. A Black Stainless Steel appliance package completes the look in this remodeled Coal Valley, IL kitchen.

Complete Home Remodel in Estero, FL

Progressive Design Build

The remodel solution for this client was a seamless process, as she possessed a clear vision and preferred a straightforward approach. Desiring a home environment characterized by cleanliness, simplicity, and serenity, she articulated her preferences with ease. Her discerning eye led her to select LVP flooring, providing the beauty of wood planks with the ease of maintenance. The pièce de résistance of the project was undoubtedly the kitchen countertops, crafted from stunning Quartzite Labradorite that evoked the depth of outer space.

ЖК Немо

Zarkua Anastasia

Inspiration for a small traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Saint Petersburg with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, no island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Квартира в Палевском жилмассиве

Duga Studio

This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped open plan kitchen in Saint Petersburg with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula, brown floor, white benchtop and raised-panel cabinets.

White Cabinet Kitchen

InVision Interiors & Designs

Inspiration for a small country u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, no island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

The Classic Hamptons Kitchen

Interior Blank

Interior Blank
Large beach style l-shaped kitchen pantry in Gold Coast - Tweed with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors and with island.

Extension | The Ponds

iBuild Group Pty Ltd

Design ideas for a large modern eat-in kitchen in Sydney with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Stainforth Road

Studio Milne

Photo of a large transitional galley eat-in kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Cozy Cookery

Kitchens by Eileen

Inspiration for a transitional kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island and white benchtop.

Flair schwarz softmatt in Kombination mit Ferro Cortenstahl

Küchenhaus Gebr. Jansen

„Da meine Frau gerne kocht und ich gerne und viel backe, waren uns hochwertige Elektrogeräte in stylischem Design wichtig. Auch haben wir großen Wert auf maximalen Stauraum, Funktionalität und kurze Wege geachtet. Wir finden, in der Planung wurden all unsere Wünsche perfekt berücksichtigt.“ Besonderheiten: mattschwarze Front mit Goldkante, beleuchtete Griffleiste, die beim Betreten des Raumes automatisch aktiviert wird. Wir wünschen viel Spaß und viel Erfolg in der neuen Küche. :-)

Coal Valley, IL- What's Black & White and Gold All Over? This On-Trend Kitchen

Village Home Stores

Black and White painted cabinetry paired with White Quartz and gold accents. A Black Stainless Steel appliance package completes the look in this remodeled Coal Valley, IL kitchen.

Monmouth Place: Vesta Apartment

Stark & Goodwin

Photographer: Nick Wilcox Brown
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sussex with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors and no island.

Kitchen with Black Appliances and Vinyl 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!