This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Madrid with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, flat-panel cabinets and beige floor.

Warm Blue Jamaica Plain Kitchen Renovation

Bailey Davol Studio Build

This gut renovation was a collaboration between the homeowners and Bailey•Davol•Studio•Build. Kitchen and pantry features included cabinets, tile backsplash, concrete counters, lighting, plumbing and flooring. Photos by Tamara Flanagan Photography

Clapham Common

Haus Concrete Surfaces

In the heart of South West London this contemporary property had a full re-fit installing a range of bespoke concrete work to complement various spaces around the house. The kitchen features a custom island, worktop and matching splash-back. The handleless white units with brass detailing and matching Vola Taps/Accessories are complemented by the striking colour and thickness of our polished concrete. Continuing through to the living room, there is a bespoke fire hearth and shelf counter spanning over five meters in length. Manufactured in two pieces this concrete counter enhances the feature wall with its overwhelming presence. Matching units and brass detailing combined with the same concrete thickness compliment the kitchen and keep a sense of fluidity throughout the property. Following the brass detailing motif to the bathroom, we installed a white ‘Kern’ Kast Concrete Basin and matching bespoke shelf. The stunning combination of colours creates a bright, freshly modern space, perfect for a modern but classic bathroom.

Hunter Douglas Plantation Shutters - Sliding Door

Hunter Douglas

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style galley kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, medium hardwood floors and no island.

microHOUSE

Elizabeth Herrmann architecture + design

Jim Westphalen
Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Burlington with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Granny's Granny

Departure l Architecture

The Kitchen and Entry Foyer tucked under the wood loft
Inspiration for a small modern galley open plan kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island and grey floor.

Modernism Defined in a Spacious Miami Beach Home

Shuster Design Associates

White Cabinets, Refrigerator and Floor Provide a Neutral Ground for Stainless Appliances, Silver Tile Back Splash, Mahogany Wood and Chocolate Leather Bar Stools.

Eclectic Kitchen

Photo of a traditional galley separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops and coloured appliances.

A traditional Kitchen with a contemporary twist

Merrick Design and Build Inc.

This kitchen has a traditional feel with its white cabinets and butcher block island, but elements like the honed cement counter tops and stainless steel appliances add a contemporary twist. Architect Jeff Broadhurst Photo by Hoachlander Davis Photography

Kitchen

Bosanac Builders

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Auckland with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop and vaulted.

Mike's Hammock

Josh Wynne Construction

I built this on my property for my aging father who has some health issues. Handicap accessibility was a factor in design. His dream has always been to try retire to a cabin in the woods. This is what he got. It is a 1 bedroom, 1 bath with a great room. It is 600 sqft of AC space. The footprint is 40' x 26' overall. The site was the former home of our pig pen. I only had to take 1 tree to make this work and I planted 3 in its place. The axis is set from root ball to root ball. The rear center is aligned with mean sunset and is visible across a wetland. The goal was to make the home feel like it was floating in the palms. The geometry had to simple and I didn't want it feeling heavy on the land so I cantilevered the structure beyond exposed foundation walls. My barn is nearby and it features old 1950's "S" corrugated metal panel walls. I used the same panel profile for my siding. I ran it vertical to match the barn, but also to balance the length of the structure and stretch the high point into the canopy, visually. The wood is all Southern Yellow Pine. This material came from clearing at the Babcock Ranch Development site. I ran it through the structure, end to end and horizontally, to create a seamless feel and to stretch the space. It worked. It feels MUCH bigger than it is. I milled the material to specific sizes in specific areas to create precise alignments. Floor starters align with base. Wall tops adjoin ceiling starters to create the illusion of a seamless board. All light fixtures, HVAC supports, cabinets, switches, outlets, are set specifically to wood joints. The front and rear porch wood has three different milling profiles so the hypotenuse on the ceilings, align with the walls, and yield an aligned deck board below. Yes, I over did it. It is spectacular in its detailing. That's the benefit of small spaces. Concrete counters and IKEA cabinets round out the conversation. For those who cannot live tiny, I offer the Tiny-ish House. Photos by Ryan Gamma Staging by iStage Homes Design Assistance Jimmy Thornton

Sleek Farmhouse Kitchen

Irwin Construction, LLC

Darby Kate Photographer
Inspiration for a mid-sized country kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, ceramic floors and with island.

Sleek Modern Kitchen Robina

Verto Kitchens

This minimalist grey and white kitchen is created using a 60% gloss 2 pac finish in white with a contrasting concrete island bench. The black sink and tap add to the features of this kitchen. The clean lines are kept with the overhead cupboards creating a canopy over the long window that cleverly houses the under mount rangehood.

Old East Rome Cottage

KH Designs

Beverage Station Hannon Photography
Small traditional single-wall kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Bosch

Gerhard's Appliances

Mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Göteborg House

Fido Projects

Lisbeth Grosmann
This is an example of a scandinavian kitchen in Melbourne with an undermount sink, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Modern Industrial Residence

Hard Topix LLC

Custom Concrete Countertops by Hard Topix. Perimeter is a light grind finish and the Island is a darker natural/textured finish.
Industrial kitchen in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Industrial Chic

Fresh Photo House

Small industrial l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and no island.

Kitchen

Great Rooms Building Group

Photo by Linda Oyama-Bryan
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Chicago with shaker cabinets, concrete benchtops, a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Churchtown

Dreyer Architecture

The kitchen is the hub of this family home. A balanced mix of materials are chosen to compliment each other, exposed brickwork, timber clad ceiling, and the cast concrete central island grows out of the polished concrete floor. The walk in pantry is a key element of the functionality of the kitchen.

Kitchen with White Cabinets and Concrete Benchtops 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!