This is an example of an expansive traditional single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with louvered cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances, plywood floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop and wallpaper.

Alphington Home

smarterBATHROOMS+

David Russell
This is an example of a large contemporary galley kitchen pantry in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, plywood floors, with island and beige benchtop.

モノトーンでまとめた大人リビングの住まい

株式会社リフレックス

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, white appliances, plywood floors, white floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

East Memphis Manor

Shapiro & Company Architects

Design ideas for a large traditional single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, plywood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

The Prospect

WC STUDIO architecture agency

Custom kitchen light fixtures and exhaust hood, butcher block countertops, slim appliances and an integrated dishwasher give the kitchen a streamlined look.

Westbury Wisp

Consumers Kitchens & Baths

This Alder and Maple kitchen was designed with Starmark cabinets in the Bridgeport and Stratford door styles. Featuring Driftwood Stain and White Tinted Varnish finishes, the Super White quartzite countertop completes the overall appeal of this beautiful kitchen.

San Diego Kitchen remodel 7

Remodel Works Bath & Kitchen

This modern kitchen features a Pental quartz in Sparkling White counter-top with a Lucente glass Morning Fog subway tile backsplash and bright white grout. The cabinets were refaced with a Shaker style door and Richelieu pulls. The cabinets all have under-cap LED dimmable tape lights. The appliances are all stainless steel including the range-hood. The sink is a white apron front style sink. Photography by Scott Basile

Home remodel, Turnberry Newport Beach, CA

OC Builders Group

Large modern galley open plan kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, plywood floors, with island, brown floor, beige benchtop and coffered.

Elwood

smarterBATHROOMS+

Photo of a single-wall kitchen pantry in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, subway tile splashback, black appliances, plywood floors and with island.

Fabuwood Galaxy Frost + Cobblestone Kitchen | USA Cabinet Store Chantilly

Fabuwood Cabinetry

This Washington DC kitchen is as luxurious as it is modern. The neutral color scheme is made up of Fabuwoods Galaxy Frost Cabinets, a Galaxy Cobblestone Island, MSI surfaces Calacatta Gold marble countertops, an offset subway tile marble backsplash, and natural wood flooring, and is accentuated by small bursts of red for an added touch of drama. The false ceiling over the island is illuminated by both cove lighting and recessed lighting, adding sleek elegance to the design, and a Samsung smart refrigerator brings the kitchen’s function into the future. However, the cherry on top is the beautiful wet bar that elevates this open welcoming space into the ultimate host’s kitchen.

IRIYA APARTMENT

イン・ハウス建築計画

This is an example of a small industrial single-wall open plan kitchen in Tokyo with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, slate splashback, white appliances, plywood floors, no island and brown floor.

White kitchen with natural venner

HANÁK NÁBYTEK

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, plywood floors and no island.

Contemporary Red Black & White Kitchen Design

MS3DSTUDIO

Hi everyone: My contemporary kitchen design ready to work as B2B with interior designers www.mscreationandmore.com/services
Design ideas for a large contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Cleveland with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, plywood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and timber.

The Prospect

WC STUDIO architecture agency

Custom kitchen light fixtures and exhaust hood, butcher block countertops, slim appliances and an integrated dishwasher give the kitchen a streamlined look.

Open Kitchen

Raphael Architects

The owners love the open plan and large glazed areas of house. Organizational improvements support school-aged children and a growing home-based consulting business. These insertions reduce clutter throughout the home. Kitchen, pantry, dining and family room renovations improve the open space qualities within the core of the home. Photographs by Linda McManus Images

Laurie

Dwell House LLC

Country single-wall open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, plywood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Solar Scythe

The PassivHaus Architecture Company

paul mcnally
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Cork with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances, plywood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Brighton Kitchen design consultation

Naz Design

design consultation and 3d visualization. Brighton Kitchen design
Mid-sized modern galley open plan kitchen in Melbourne with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, plywood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Kitchen

Rook3d

Extensive or compact, no details will be neglected
Inspiration for a modern l-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, green splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, plywood floors, with island, white floor and green benchtop.

Full Renovation at North Sydney

Total Home Design

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, plywood floors, with island, yellow floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with White Cabinets and Plywood 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!