The scullery was designed with a mix of Bestwood Perfect Oak and white cabinetry, a Caeserstone Fresh Concrete benchtop, white subway tiles on the walls and LED strip lighting underneath the wall shelving.

Bringing family together

Kitchen Mania

Design ideas for a large modern galley open plan kitchen in Auckland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Malvern East

Mirabuild

This is an example of a contemporary eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Russian Hill Residence

Jennifer Tulley Architects

Photo of a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Contemporary - Ocean Blvd

D for Design

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with flat-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, an undermount sink, white cabinets, beige floor, white benchtop and no island.

Dark and Dramatic Ukrainian Village Townhouse

Elizabeth Krueger Design

Mike Schwartz
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with with island, a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback and white benchtop.

Luxury Loft with Earthy Textures

Condovate Interiors Inc.

Valerie Wilcox
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Abbey Creek Lane- The Lawn at Glen Abbey

Bob Thompson Homes

Beautiful Modern Kitchen
Photo of a mediterranean u-shaped kitchen in Dallas with with island, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Kitchen with vaulted ceiling

Julie Bradshaw BRADSHAW DESIGNS LLC

One of our most popular award-winning kitchens with a dramatic vaulted ceiling exemplifies how simply white is simply stunning! Texture added with distressed white/gray beams that replace the previous heavy beam structure. The expansive island is almost 11' long! Perfect for family and friends to gather 'round! Check out the Before and After white kitchen photos! Enjoy! Photographer Jennifer Siu-Rivera

Butterfly Green Granite Kitchen

Stone Action

Butterfly Green granite is shown in this project! Search "Butterfly Greenl" granite, see more granite or other stone options: http://www.stoneaction.com Learn more about granite to see if it’s right for you: Granite countertops can last a lifetime. It contains no harmful chemicals and do not emit harmful radiation or gasses. Granite is heat resistant and is one of the most heat-resistant countertops on the market. You can place a hot pan out of the oven directly onto the countertop surface. Experts do recommend the use of a trivet when using appliances that emit heat for long periods of time, such as crockpots. Since the material is so dense, there is a small possibility heating one area of the top and not the entire thing, could cause the countertop to crack. Granite is scratch resistant. You can cut on it, but it will dull your knives! Granite scores a seven on Moh’s hardness scale. Granite countertops are considered to be a low maintenance countertop surface. The likelihood of needing to be repaired or resurfaced is low. Granite is a porous material. Most fabricators will apply a sealer to granite countertops before they are installed which will protect them from absorbing liquids too quickly. Many sealers last more than 10 years before needing to be reapplied. When they do need to be reapplied, it is something that most homeowners can do on their own as the process is similar to cleaning. Darker granites are very dense and sometimes don’t even require a sealer. When it comes to pricing, there are a lot of variables such as edge profile, total square footage, backsplash, etc. Don’t be fooled by the stereotype that all granite is expensive. Lower-range granites will cost less than high-range laminate. Though granite countertops are not considered “low range” in pricing, there are a lot of affordable options. If you are looking for something truly unique, consider an exotic granite. Some quarries are not easily accessible and/or only able to be quarried for short periods of time throughout the year. If these circumstances exist in a quarry with gorgeous stone, the price will be driven upward. You won’t find a lot of solid patterns or bright colors, but both do exist. Also, watch for a large range of color and pattern within the same color of stone. It’s always a good idea to view the exact slab(s) that will be fabricated for your kitchen to make sure they are what you expected to see from the sample. Another factor is that many exotic types of granite have huge flowing waves, and a small sample will not be an accurate representation of the whole slab. Granite countertops are very resistant to chemicals. Acids and bases will not harm the material.

Modern Beach House Kitchen

Pu'uwai Design & Construction

This gorgeous modern beach house combines a white canvas with pops of color and designer details, showcased in the custom brass hardware on the modern white cabinets and the designer lighting choices such as the natural basket pendant chandelier hanging above the dining table. The stools are white leather with wooden legs for easy clean and comfort. The counter tops are white quartz (Britannica Cambria) which waterfalls down the front of the island. The stainless steel wolf gas range sits beneath a modern stainless steel range hood. The walls are clad in a white painted horizontal paneling which wraps onto the vaulted ceiling. The flooring is gray porcelain tile, and the glass sliding doors are teak.

Deco Inspired

Sabrina Balsky Interior Design

After Renovation of Kitchen with Azul Imperial Quartzite
Design ideas for a large midcentury kitchen pantry in New York with a single-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and brown floor.

Lake House Tranquility

Geneva Cabinet Company, LLC

http://genevacabinet.com, GENEVA CABINET COMPANY, LLC , Lake Geneva, WI., Lake house with open kitchen,Shiloh cabinetry pained finish in Repose Grey, Essex door style with beaded inset, corner cabinet, decorative pulls, appliance panels, Definite Quartz Viareggio countertops

Hinkley Lighting

Gateway Lighting & Fans

This is an example of a transitional l-shaped kitchen in Miami with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, beige floor and stone slab splashback.

Traditional Kitchen

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island and beige floor.

Colonial Coastal

Browdy & Browdy

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style u-shaped open plan kitchen in Jacksonville with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Turn key Interiors by Casa Mia

Casa Mia USA Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island and grey floor.

Various Beautiful Kitchens

Marblex Design International, Inc.

We worked on this gorgeous kitchen with O'Neill Development. This expansive kitchen island, perimeter tops, and full height backsplash are all Fantasy Macaubas Quartzite. Photography by Anice Hoachlander

Transitional Home Remodel

Sarah St. Amand Interior Design, Inc.

Photography by www.mikechajecki.com
Large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, with island, medium hardwood floors, stone slab splashback, marble benchtops and stainless steel appliances.

Indian Hill Classic Traditional Kitchen

Neal's Design Remodel

Robin Victor Goetz/RVGP
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped kitchen in Cincinnati with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Kitchen with White Cabinets and Stone Slab 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!