Design ideas for a small traditional l-shaped kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, no island and white benchtop.

Дизайн-проект пентхауса в ЖК Европейский берег с высотой потолка 5,8 м.

Дарья Уткина

В этом помещении, наоборот, потолок не высокий: 2,5 м. Кухня сделана под самый потолок, в верхнем отсеке удобно хранить редко используемые предметы утвари

Midtown Modern

Haggard Home Cabinetry & Design

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and wood.

L'organizzazione è tutto - Progetto in corso

Liadesign

Liadesign
This is an example of a small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Milan with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and beige benchtop.

Pocket doors in kitchen cabinet storage

Studio 76 Kitchens and Baths

This cabinet column could be used also be used as a small pantry. It features pocket doors to store a coffee station and small microwave, mugs and coffee accessories. This cabinetry features a Shaker style door with "eagle rock" stain on maple; the countertop is honed, absolute black granite. The "ash gray" cabinet pulls are from Top Knobs. The backsplash is a white 2 x 8.5 inch field tile by Market Collection.

Deering Ct. Kitchen, Living Room and Addition

Alair Homes Plano

Our clients wanted to increase the size of their kitchen, which was small, in comparison to the overall size of the home. They wanted a more open livable space for the family to be able to hang out downstairs. They wanted to remove the walls downstairs in the front formal living and den making them a new large den/entering room. They also wanted to remove the powder and laundry room from the center of the kitchen, giving them more functional space in the kitchen that was completely opened up to their den. The addition was planned to be one story with a bedroom/game room (flex space), laundry room, bathroom (to serve as the on-suite to the bedroom and pool bath), and storage closet. They also wanted a larger sliding door leading out to the pool. We demoed the entire kitchen, including the laundry room and powder bath that were in the center! The wall between the den and formal living was removed, completely opening up that space to the entry of the house. A small space was separated out from the main den area, creating a flex space for them to become a home office, sitting area, or reading nook. A beautiful fireplace was added, surrounded with slate ledger, flanked with built-in bookcases creating a focal point to the den. Behind this main open living area, is the addition. When the addition is not being utilized as a guest room, it serves as a game room for their two young boys. There is a large closet in there great for toys or additional storage. A full bath was added, which is connected to the bedroom, but also opens to the hallway so that it can be used for the pool bath. The new laundry room is a dream come true! Not only does it have room for cabinets, but it also has space for a much-needed extra refrigerator. There is also a closet inside the laundry room for additional storage. This first-floor addition has greatly enhanced the functionality of this family’s daily lives. Previously, there was essentially only one small space for them to hang out downstairs, making it impossible for more than one conversation to be had. Now, the kids can be playing air hockey, video games, or roughhousing in the game room, while the adults can be enjoying TV in the den or cooking in the kitchen, without interruption! While living through a remodel might not be easy, the outcome definitely outweighs the struggles throughout the process.

Doonan

Weis&Co. Kitchens

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Sunshine Coast with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Transitional Richfield, MN Kitchen

Castle Building & Remodeling

Homeowners in Richfield came to Castle looking to update their 1956 Kitchen in their ranch style home. The goal was to keep the same U-Shaped footprint of the kitchen while maximizing the cabinet layout configuration. The overall transformation is stunning. One major adjustment was installing the upper cabinets to the ceiling. This draws your eyes up and gives the room a larger feel with the added storage that was previously nonexistent. The java color stained Crystal Cabinets are balanced with clean polished nickel hardware. Another part of the project that was important to the homeowners was lighting. The existing configuration was dark, with very little over head light or task lighting. With adding in disc LED light fixtures in the ceiling, decorative pendant and wall sconce lighting over the sink, the space now is light and bright even with selecting darker finishes. To top off this project, Designer Tracy O’Donnell curated a gorgeous tile feature above the farmhouse sink. The picture framed Carrara marble herringbone mosaic tile features natural colors that play off the countertop and warmth of the cabinets beautifully. Overall, the homeowners couldn’t be happier with how it all turned out!

Watson St

Buildinstyleqld

This is an example of a large modern kitchen pantry in Brisbane with a double-bowl sink, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island and white benchtop.

Contemporary Kitchen

CairnsCraft Design & Remodel

Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, white benchtop, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, porcelain splashback, vinyl floors, no island and grey floor.

Into the Woods - Sherborn, MA

Kelly Rogers Interiors

Michael J. Lee Photography
Small beach style single-wall separate kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

South Long Springs Butte Kitchen

TVL Creative Ltd.

This kitchen took a tired, 80’s builder kitchen and revamped it into a personalized gathering space for our wonderful client. The existing space was split up by the dated configuration of eat-in kitchen table area to one side and cramped workspace on the other. It didn’t just under-serve our client’s needs; it flat out discouraged them from using the space. Our client desired an open kitchen with a central gathering space where family and friends could connect. To open things up, we removed the half wall separating the kitchen from the dining room and the wall that blocked sight lines to the family room and created a narrow hallway to the kitchen. The old oak cabinets weren't maximizing storage and were dated and dark. We used Waypoint Living Spaces cabinets in linen white to brighten up the room. On the east wall, we created a hutch-like stack that features an appliance garage that keeps often used countertop appliance on hand but out of sight. The hutch also acts as a transition from the cooking zone to the coffee and wine area. We eliminated the north window that looked onto the entry walkway and activated this wall as storage with refrigerator enclosure and pantry. We opted to leave the east window as-is and incorporated it into the new kitchen layout by creating a window well for growing plants and herbs. The countertops are Pental Quartz in Carrara. The sleek cabinet hardware is from our friends at Amerock in a gorgeous satin champagne bronze. One of the most striking features in the space is the pattern encaustic tile from Tile Shop. The pop of blue in the backsplash adds personality and contrast to the champagne accents. The reclaimed wood cladding surrounding the large east-facing window introduces a quintessential Colorado vibe, and the natural texture balances the crisp white cabinetry and geometric patterned tile. Minimalist modern lighting fixtures from Mitzi by Hudson Valley Lighting provide task lighting over the sink and at the wine/ coffee station. The visual lightness of the sink pendants maintains the openness and visual connection between the kitchen and dining room. Together the elements make for a sophisticated yet casual vibe-- a comfortable chic kitchen. We love the way this space turned out and are so happy that our clients now have such a bright and welcoming gathering space as the heart of their home!

Kempton in Cascadia

Southern Development Homes

Backsplash is DalTile 'Siberian Tundra' Mosaic Honed Tile. Countertops are Silestone 'White Storm' engineered quartz. Faucet is Moen Spring 'Align' Chrome Pull Down. Cabinetry is Mid Continent Copenhagen painted maple in 'Ebony'. Stainless steel appliances including GE 30" slide-in convection gas range and chimney hood. Paint color is Sherwin Williams #7030 Anew Gray.

Out of the Blue

C K Cabinetry and Design, LLC

Photography by Jeffery Volker
Large u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

2 Tone Kitchen

TaylorPro Design and Remodeling, Inc.

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped kitchen in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, multi-coloured splashback and mosaic tile splashback.

Lake Living for Summers in Michigan

Stalburg Design

The perfect space for entertaining includes large countertop space for serving as well as hidden appliances for prep work: ice maker, wine fridge, large recessed standing refrigerator, sink and dishwasher all make this small space a powerhouse.

Sunny Galley Kitchen

Centered Interiors

Barry Westerman
This is an example of a small transitional galley separate kitchen in Louisville with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, no island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Foxrock Co Dublin

Amour Design

Ronan Melia
Photo of a traditional kitchen in Dublin with a drop-in sink, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors and with island.

Crystallo Quartzite, White Kitchen

YK Stone Center Inc.

Mitred edge. galerisa photography - gina@ykmarble.com
This is an example of a large kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, quartzite benchtops, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island and beige benchtop.

Traditional Kitchen

This is an example of a traditional kitchen in Baltimore with glass-front cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, brick floors and red floor.

Kitchen with Vinyl Floors and Brick 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!