Suburban Family Home Rejuvenated By The Addition Of A Modern Orangery

The original space was a long, narrow room, with a tv and sofa on one end, and a dining table on the other. Both zones felt completely disjointed and at loggerheads with one another. Attached to the space, through glazed double doors, was a small kitchen area, illuminated in borrowed light from the conservatory and an uninspiring roof light in a connecting space. But our designers knew exactly what to do with this home that had so much untapped potential. Starting by moving the kitchen into the generously sized orangery space, with informal seating around a breakfast bar. Creating a bright, welcoming, and social environment to prepare family meals and relax together in close proximity. In the warmer months the French doors, positioned within this kitchen zone, open out to a comfortable outdoor living space where the family can enjoy a chilled glass of wine and a BBQ on a cool summers evening.

Pasteur

Pamela Martin

Mid-sized contemporary open plan kitchen in Paris with beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

Orchard Court

UV Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Denver with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white floor and grey benchtop.

Lower Shaughnessy Condo Renovation

Westwood Heritage

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley separate kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island and white floor.

Corinth

BoldForm Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Atlanta with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and white floor.

Jetties House

Chip Webster Architecture

Large beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, with island and white floor.

Amarra Estate

Marion Interior Design

This is an example of an expansive transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, panelled appliances, marble floors, multiple islands, white floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Flip on Fontaine

Woodshapers

We completely demo'd kitchen, added french doors and back deck. Honed azul granite countertops.
Design ideas for a small contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, limestone benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula, white floor and grey benchtop.

Modern kitchen

KI3 Design

Modern kitchen
Large modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Marble minimalism

Анна Святославская

Архитектор - Анна Святославская Фотограф - Борис Бочкарев Отделочные работы - Олимпстройсервис
Contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, marble floors, no island, white floor and grey benchtop.

Hamilton

Fort Interiors - Renovation Specialists

This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Brisbane with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, white floor and white benchtop.

Modern Kitchen Remodel- Irving, Tx

NOMI - Luxury Bathroom Remodel

This is a modern kitchen remodeling, custom-made cabinetry with flat panel and modern elegant finger cabinet pulls. Gray royal marble as a countertop & a backsplash, matching floating shelves. Wide kitchen island for entertaining and prep area. The flooring is beautiful porcelain marble looking tiles.

Apartamento con estilo

Decora y vende. Interiorismo y decoración

Ángelo Rodríguez
Small transitional galley open plan kitchen in Other with a peninsula, white floor, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white benchtop, grey splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Kitchens

Centrali Marble Inc.

Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped kitchen in Miami with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, with island and white floor.

Industrial Kitchen Design Ideas

Everingham Design

Small industrial single-wall eat-in kitchen in Columbus with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, white floor and grey benchtop.

Moline Remodel

Laura Pask Interiors

This kitchen was bumped out two feet to accommodate the owners' large family and to add a large island so that everyone could cook together. Large horizontal lift-up cabinets were illuminated to display family heirlooms and to keep the walnut cabinets from feeling too heavy. Photos: First Visible

Diseño de cocinas

Artea Sukaldeak

This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, with island, a double-bowl sink, grey splashback and white floor.

Desert Eichler Project

Shields Residential Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, white floor, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback and porcelain floors.

Brookview Place

Webber Development & Construction

McGinnis Leathers
Photo of an expansive modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, flat-panel cabinets, grey splashback, matchstick tile splashback and white floor.

Квартира в Сочи

Дизайнер Александр Воронов

This is an example of an industrial open plan kitchen in Yekaterinburg with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, black appliances, with island and white floor.

Kitchen with Grey Splashback and White Floor 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!