Concrete Kitchen - Private Apartment, George V, Paris

Private Apartment – George V – Paris. The designer and great decorator Gerard Faivre (www.gerardfaivreparis.com) has used the richness and plasticity of concrete for cooking and dressing of a Haussmann apartment completely refurbished. Photo credits : Pascal Pronnier/Serge Labrunie /Véronique Chanteau

Marble Cliff

Arcaro & LaRussa Company

John Evans
Design ideas for a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops and stainless steel appliances.

Modern Craftsman (Greater Heights) Remodel

Houston Plans & Permits, LLC

Har.com
Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Simonson | Manwaring - Long Beach, CA

Jeannette Architects

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style galley eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with white cabinets, concrete benchtops, with island, a farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, shaker cabinets, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, grey benchtop, white splashback and timber.

Spruce

John Maniscalco Architecture

Joe Fletcher
Design ideas for a large midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

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 math 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 could not live in a tiny house, I offer the Tiny-ish House. Photos by Ryan Gamma Staging by iStage Homes Design assistance by Jimmy Thornton

Dow St, South Melbourne

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Martina Gemmola
Design ideas for a mid-sized industrial open plan kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback and beige floor.

DIY Network’s Blog Cabin Kitchen

Mercury Mosaics and Tile

This Florida Gulf home is a project by DIY Network where they asked viewers to design a home and then they built it! Talk about giving a consumer what they want! We were fortunate enough to have been picked to tile the kitchen--and our tile is everywhere! Using tile from countertop to ceiling is a great way to make a dramatic statement. But it's not the only dramatic statement--our monochromatic Moroccan Fish Scale tile provides a perfect, neutral backdrop to the bright pops of color throughout the kitchen. That gorgeous kitchen island is recycled copper from ships! Overall, this is one kitchen we wouldn't mind having for ourselves. Large Moroccan Fish Scale Tile - 130 White Photos by: Christopher Shane

Kiora

Ectypos Architecture

Double hung windows make it possible to pass refreshments to the outdoor room (patio) directly from the kitchen. Photo by: Andrew Krucko
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, with island, concrete benchtops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

#ModernCottage

Ember & Brune

Inspiration for a transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Gubbkärrsvägen 29 via Svenska Mäklarhuset

Olivia Lind Interiors

Emma Schevstoff
Photo of a scandinavian kitchen in Stockholm with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, a single-bowl sink, white splashback, subway tile splashback, light hardwood floors, no island and beige floor.

Open kitchen with incredible island bar

SANDSTONE GENERAL CONTRACTING LLC

Antique, repurposed, island, white, shaker, cabinets, grey, concrete, counters, open, upper cabinets, uppers, reclaimed, barnwood, shiplap, wall, stainless, appliances, wrapped, fridge

Bloomer Rustic

Lampert Lumber

Inspiration for a mid-sized country single-wall open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

R B House

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Alice Camandona
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Rome with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, red splashback and porcelain floors.

Eclettico Cucina

Eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, stainless steel appliances and light hardwood floors.

W downstairs

Just Jill! Interiors

Megan Kime
Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped kitchen in Raleigh with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, red splashback, mosaic tile splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and red benchtop.

Craftsman Charm

Annette English & Associates

Photography by Laura Hull.
Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, beige splashback and matchstick tile splashback.

Mid-Century Modern Design with Indoor/Outdoor Living Featuring Folding Doors

AG Millworks

This mid-century modern space features an all-white kitchen, concrete counters, exposed wood ceilings, and hardwood floors. The wood touches on the ceiling and bi-fold doors and the various greenery help to add texture and warmth to the space.

Clothier Road Kitchen Renovation

Glenbrook Cabinetry

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Pine Needle

Alno Miami - Kitchens and Custom Cabinetry

Design ideas for a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, window splashback, panelled appliances, concrete floors and with island.

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!