Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Albuquerque with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white appliances, no island, white splashback and ceramic floors.

Ambergate Street, extension and renovation

Francesco Pierazzi Architects

To dwell and establish connections with a place is a basic human necessity often combined, amongst other things, with light and is performed in association with the elements that generate it, be they natural or artificial. And in the renovation of this purpose-built first floor flat in a quiet residential street in Kennington, the use of light in its varied forms is adopted to modulate the space and create a brand new dwelling, adapted to modern living standards. From the intentionally darkened entrance lobby at the lower ground floor – as seen in Mackintosh’s Hill House – one is led to a brighter upper level where the insertion of wide pivot doors creates a flexible open plan centred around an unfinished plaster box-like pod. Kitchen and living room are connected and use a stair balustrade that doubles as a bench seat; this allows the landing to become an extension of the kitchen/dining area - rather than being merely circulation space – with a new external view towards the landscaped terrace at the rear. The attic space is converted: a modernist black box, clad in natural slate tiles and with a wide sliding window, is inserted in the rear roof slope to accommodate a bedroom and a bathroom. A new relationship can eventually be established with all new and existing exterior openings, now visible from the former landing space: traditional timber sash windows are re-introduced to replace unsightly UPVC frames, and skylights are put in to direct one’s view outwards and upwards. photo: Gianluca Maver

Traditional Kitchen

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped kitchen in Brisbane with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, blue splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and no island.

Kitchen / Powder Room Remodel 2014

buzzman55

Step in Lighted pantry - lights activate when doors open
Mid-sized traditional l-shaped kitchen pantry in San Francisco with no island, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink and medium hardwood floors.

Aménagement à Saint-Germain-des-Prés

Créateurs d'Intérieur

La cuisine a été réalisée sur mesure avec des portes sans poignées, en laque satinée blanche et grise. Un bandeau de leds incrusté dans le meuble souligne le volume de l’ensemble et crée un éclairage indirect. Le plan de travail est en marbre de carrare. La cuve en inox est collée sous le plan afin de la rendre plus discrète.

Traditional styling small city apartment

Etre

Creative take on regency styling with bold stripes, orange accents and bold graphics. Photo credit: Alex Armitstead
Small eclectic galley separate kitchen in Hampshire with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, coloured appliances, painted wood floors and no island.

Kitchens by Emanuel - Kitchens

Kitchens by Emanuel

BUTLERS PANTRY! - 20mm 'Snow' Caesarstone bench top - Glass splash back behind sink - Under mount sink - Open adjustable shelving - 6 x Blum drawers - Instead of blocking the window we decided to leave it for extra natural light! Sheree Bounassif, Kitchens by Emanuel

Fifth Avenue Residence

Weil Friedman Architects

As in many New York City buildings, the extent of this kitchen was limited to the original prewar footprint. Custom cabinets with glass doors, and integrated appliances help keep the space feeling open and airy.

An Elegantly Functional Kitchen in Durham

emma delon

Maximizing the functionality of this space, and coordinating the new kitchen with the beautiful remodel completed previously by the client were the two most important aspects of this project. The existing spaces are elegantly decorated with an open plan, dark hardwood floors, and natural stone accents. The new, lighter, more open kitchen flows beautifully into the client’s existing dining room space. Satin nickel hardware blends with the stainless steel appliances and matches the satin nickel details throughout the home. The fully integrated refrigerator next to the narrow pull-out pantry cabinet, take up less visual weight than a traditional stainless steel appliance and the two combine to provide fantastic storage. The glass cabinet doors and decorative lighting beautifully highlight the client’s glassware and dishes. Finished with white subway tile, Dreamy Marfil quartz countertops, and a warm natural wood blind; the space warm, inviting, elegant, and extremely functional. copyright 2013 marilyn peryer photography

Iredell St

thea home inc

© Dana Miller, www.millerhallphoto.com
Design ideas for a country kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, black appliances, medium hardwood floors and no island.

Trollope / Los Feliz

Landmark Building Inc

Builder- Landmark Building inc. / Designer- Mariah O'brien Interiors
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island and brown floor.

Kitchen

WL Kitchen & Home

Design ideas for a small contemporary galley separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and no island.

1920 Colonial Kitchen

Craftsman Design and Renovation

This kitchen was designed with family in mind. With prep, clean-up, cooking, and baking zones, this functional layout allows for multiple family members to pitch in without getting under foot. Stunning custom tiles spice up the white back splash and the Blue Star range adds a pop of color. Photos: Eckert & Eckert Photography

Galley Kitchen

Four Brothers Design + Build

Galley kitchen in Washington DC rowhome.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional galley separate kitchen in DC Metro with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island and medium hardwood floors.

Brooklyn Heights Kitchen

Robin Amorello, CKD CAPS - Atmoscaper Design

Photos by Robin Amorello, CKD CAPS
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Portland Maine with glass-front cabinets, stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, a farmhouse sink, wood benchtops, medium hardwood floors and no island.

Kitchen Remodel

Normandy Remodeling

A few adjustments to the kitchen layout greatly improved the functionality of the kitchen and made a narrow space feel larger. One of the practical goals was to maximize storage space. The new kitchen now has integrated pull out spice cabinets that look like a bank of drawers, vertical platter storage, pot and pan drawers, roll out shelves, and blind corner cabinets with pull out baskets for infrequently used items. The smartly placed peg drawers for the storage of plates and bowls are directly adjacent to the dishwasher and close to the table for ease in setting the table and loading/unloading the dishwasher.

Craftsman Kitchen

Photo of a small arts and crafts u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, green splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, no island and recycled glass benchtops.

Rockdale family home renovation

Alice Bonicelli Interior Design

Large contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Sydney with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Parkville Kitchen

The Kitchen Design Centre

Designer: Corey Johnson; Photography by Yvonne Menegol
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley separate kitchen in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops and no island.

Project Coto

Makkan Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional eat-in kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, no island, brown floor, black benchtop and exposed beam.

Kitchen with White Cabinets and no Island 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!