Photo of an expansive modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, white appliances, marble floors, with island, black floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Rénovation maison La Rochelle

Alizé Chauvet Architecte

Stanislas Ledoux
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall separate kitchen in Nantes with an integrated sink, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, black splashback, white appliances, marble floors, no island and black floor.

Historic William Whitted House Circa 1786 Hillsborough, NC

Successful Staging/Bobbie McGrath

Updated with an understanding of the history of the home this kitchen is beyond fabulous! I especially liked the butler's pantry which included not only the built ins to the left of the photo but a full run of countertop and cabinets to the right. Black and white kitchens are timeless and this one is exquisite! Staging should enhance the details and not overwhelm. Bobbie McGrath/Successful Staging

White Enlarrges Space, Reflections Multiply it

Laqfoil Ltd.

To bring maximum lightness to this space, not only are the walls, floor, and cabinetry all white, the white ceiling is mirror-shine high gloss. Rather than spraying many coats of lacquer and abundant sanding, this was achieved quickly and easily with stretch ceiling.

17m2 île-Saint-Louis Paris

Agence Crea3

Photo of a small transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, white appliances, marble floors, no island and black floor.

White kitchen in classic interior

HANÁK NÁBYTEK

Photo of a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, white appliances, marble floors, with island, brown floor and an integrated sink.

Moradi Project Kitchen

CastleTile, Marble & Granite Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, white appliances, marble floors and with island.

Condominium by Modern Millwork

Modern Millwork Kitchen & Bath Studio

Design by Andrew Colannino, CKD and Joanne de la Torre of Modern Millwork Kitchen & Bath Studio
Mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, white appliances, marble floors and a peninsula.

Moradi Project Kitchen

CastleTile, Marble & Granite Inc.

Blue & White Kitchen with Details

Think Kitchens

This is an example of a traditional l-shaped kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, marble floors and with island.

オーダーキッチン　エレガントスタイル

アニーズ株式会社

アニーズスタイル
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Tokyo with a drop-in sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, marble floors and with island.

Roost Aldo Marble Pedestals - Set/3

Kulture Bomb

Aldo Marble Pedestals is among our best selling serveware. Elegant rounded corners and beveled edges distinguish these pedestals with modern white marble and sheesham wood serving pieces. Simple and sophisticated, it is a decoration in itself. • Roost Aldo Marble Pedestals - Set/3: • Size 1: 8" Sq x 3" H • Size 2: 10" Sq x 4½" H

Sunlight Mews

Element Studios

Photo of a small contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Oxfordshire with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, marble floors, no island, flat-panel cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances and grey floor.

ZUHAIR MURAD HOUSE

Atef Tabet

ATEF TABET & Associates International 2018 ©
Expansive contemporary l-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, marble floors, with island and white benchtop.

Craftsman Residence 6

MILLER Architectural Corporation

Large u-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, stone slab splashback, white appliances, marble floors and with island.

Painted Kitchen

Dennison Homes and Bruce County Custom Cabinets

Kaitlyn Shular
Design ideas for a transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, marble floors and a peninsula.

Kitchen set

Fornire Interior

Disc
Large contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, marble benchtops, white appliances, marble floors and with island.

Attic

Dynamic Design Solutions

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, white appliances, marble floors, with island and beige floor.

Upper East Side Penthouse/NYC

Bilotta Kitchen & Home

This contemporary New York City kitchen features frameless high-gloss white lacquer cabinets in a flat panel with floating shelved flanking both ends of the “u-shaped” space. Designed by Bilotta’s Tabitha Tepe, in collaboration with Robi Kirsic of Timeline Renovations, the kitchen has an open setting with seating at the island and breathtaking views of the East River. The waterfall countertop and integrated backsplash are marble; the appliances, hidden, for the most part behind cabinet panels, are by Miele and Subzero with a Scotsman icemaker. Even the wall oven and speed oven are in Miele’s white collection seamlessly integrating them into the cabinets. The neutral color palette makes for a very clean and very serene setting. Photo Credit: Peter Krupenye Designer: Tabitha Tepe, Bilotta Kitchens of New York

"Maravilla" villa

lab.a studio

Arch. Lorenzo Buracchio, ph. Massimo Camplone
This is an example of a small contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white appliances and marble floors.

Kitchen with White Appliances and Marble 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!