This is an example of a small modern galley kitchen pantry in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, marble benchtops, black splashback and ceramic splashback.

Inspiration

Stuga

The idea for Scandinavian Hardwoods came after years of countless conversations with homeowners, designers, architects, and builders. The consistent theme: they wanted more than just a beautiful floor. They wanted insight into manufacturing locations (not just the seller or importer) and what materials are used and why. They wanted to understand the product’s environmental impact and it’s effect on indoor air quality and human health. They wanted a compelling story to tell guests about the beautiful floor they’ve chosen. At Scandinavian Hardwoods, we bring all of these elements together while making luxury more accessible. Kahrs Oak Portofino, by Scandinavian Hardwoods

Open Plan Kitchen

Daruma Design Studio

Rei Moon
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black splashback, subway tile splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Contemporary Kitchen Remodeling in Northern CA

Danenberg Design

This was one of our most dramatic kitchen transformations yet. The old kitchen was poorly configured and very outdated. During the remodel, the kitchen and family room were opened up and reconfigured to give the homeowners a delightful, very modern kitchen and eat-in area. This kitchen renovation features high gloss cabinets in white and plum, glass bar top with stainless steel supports, black and gray counters, black tile backsplash behind the Viking range, black glass tiles in the wet bar area and limestone floor.

Kitchen

Brian Watford Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, black splashback, glass tile splashback, granite benchtops, shaker cabinets, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Puritan

AMW Design Studio

Large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

LG House - Kitchen

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LG House (Edmonton Design :: thirdstone inc. [^] Photography :: Merle Prosofsky
Inspiration for a contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Edmonton with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black splashback, glass sheet splashback, white appliances, grey floor and white benchtop.

Spanish Oaks Luxury Black & White Modern Kitchen

By Darash - Kitchen Cabinets, Vanities & Closets

Modern luxury black and white kitchen by darash design, custom snow white high gloss lacquered no-handles cabinets with railings, covered refrigerator, paneled stainless steel appliances, black granite countertop kitchen island, wood floors and stainless steel undermount sink, high arc faucet, lightings, black lamp light fixtures, and black bar stool chairs furniture.

Appartamento A

Martina Mambrin Fotografo

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Photo of a small contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Milan with black splashback, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, black benchtop, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, beige floor and a triple-bowl sink.

Moor House

Catherine Harhalakis Interiors

Photo of a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Cambridgeshire with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Oakland Mid Century

Emerson Grace Design

This is an example of a midcentury l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Agoura Hills HGTV Project

SoCal Canyon Builders

Photo of a country kitchen in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, with island and brown benchtop.

Telegraph Hill - An Industrial Loft

Alden Miller Interiors

Inspiration for an industrial l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Kitchens III

Webber Coleman Woodworks

Farmhouse kitchen with black, white, and wood palette. Inset cabinets with glass doors; decorative feet on base cabinets. Appliance panels. Nickel gap-clad island with stained wood end supports. Custom metal and wood decorative range hood surround.

Georgetown French Country Remodel

Robin Gonzales Interiors

Eat-in kitchen in Austin with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, black splashback, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands and black benchtop.

Summit_4

Kekic Construction

Inspiration for a transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, black splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Квартира для активной пары

МУЛАН дизайн и комплектация интерьеров

Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Moscow with no island, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black splashback, black appliances, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Cool Condo in Wheaton, IL

TKS Design Group

Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW Our clients came to us looking to do some updates to their new condo unit primarily in the kitchen and living room. The couple has a lifelong love of Arts and Crafts and Modernism, and are the co-founders of PrairieMod, an online retailer that offers timeless modern lifestyle through American made, handcrafted, and exclusively designed products. So, having such a design savvy client was super exciting for us, especially since the couple had many unique pieces of pottery and furniture to provide inspiration for the design. The condo is a large, sunny top floor unit, with a large open feel. The existing kitchen was a peninsula which housed the sink, and they wanted to change that out to an island, relocating the new sink there as well. This can sometimes be tricky with all the plumbing for the building potentially running up through one stack. After consulting with our contractor team, it was determined that our plan would likely work and after confirmation at demo, we pushed on. The new kitchen is a simple L-shaped space, featuring several storage devices for trash, trays dividers and roll out shelving. To keep the budget in check, we used semi-custom cabinetry, but added custom details including a shiplap hood with white oak detail that plays off the oak “X” endcaps at the island, as well as some of the couple’s existing white oak furniture. We also mixed metals with gold hardware and plumbing and matte black lighting that plays well with the unique black herringbone backsplash and metal barstools. New weathered oak flooring throughout the unit provides a nice soft backdrop for all the updates. We wanted to take the cabinets to the ceiling to obtain as much storage as possible, but an angled soffit on two of the walls provided a bit of a challenge. We asked our carpenter to field modify a few of the wall cabinets where necessary and now the space is truly custom. Part of the project also included a new fireplace design including a custom mantle that houses a built-in sound bar and a Panasonic Frame TV, that doubles as hanging artwork when not in use. The TV is mounted flush to the wall, and there are different finishes for the frame available. The TV can display works of art or family photos while not in use. We repeated the black herringbone tile for the fireplace surround here and installed bookshelves on either side for storage and media components. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Alan Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

A High Performance Modern Farm House

Spire Integrated Systems Inc.

Tucked away in the backwoods of Torch Lake, this home marries “rustic” with the sleek elegance of modern. The combination of wood, stone and metal textures embrace the charm of a classic farmhouse. Although this is not your average farmhouse. The home is outfitted with a high performing system that seamlessly works with the design and architecture. The tall ceilings and windows allow ample natural light into the main room. Spire Integrated Systems installed Lutron QS Wireless motorized shades paired with Hartmann & Forbes windowcovers to offer privacy and block harsh light. The custom 18′ windowcover’s woven natural fabric complements the organic esthetics of the room. The shades are artfully concealed in the millwork when not in use. Spire installed B&W in-ceiling speakers and Sonance invisible in-wall speakers to deliver ambient music that emanates throughout the space with no visual footprint. Spire also installed a Sonance Landscape Audio System so the homeowner can enjoy music outside. Each system is easily controlled using Savant. Spire personalized the settings to the homeowner’s preference making controlling the home efficient and convenient. Builder: Widing Custom Homes Architect: Shoreline Architecture & Design Designer: Jones-Keena & Co. Photos by Beth Singer Photographer Inc.

Double Island Kitchen

Fratantoni Interior Designers

We love this kitchen's curved brick ceiling, the custom backsplash, and integrated appliances.
Expansive mediterranean u-shaped separate kitchen in Phoenix with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor, black splashback, black benchtop and vaulted.

Kitchen with White Cabinets and Black Splashback 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!