A historic London townhouse, redesigned by Rose Narmani Interiors.
Design ideas for a large contemporary kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, bamboo floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Warm contemporary Kitchen and living room in Arcadia

Metropolis Drafting and Construction Inc

Complete overhaul of the common area in this wonderful Arcadia home. The living room, dining room and kitchen were redone. The direction was to obtain a contemporary look but to preserve the warmth of a ranch home. The perfect combination of modern colors such as grays and whites blend and work perfectly together with the abundant amount of wood tones in this design. The open kitchen is separated from the dining area with a large 10' peninsula with a waterfall finish detail. Notice the 3 different cabinet colors, the white of the upper cabinets, the Ash gray for the base cabinets and the magnificent olive of the peninsula are proof that you don't have to be afraid of using more than 1 color in your kitchen cabinets. The kitchen layout includes a secondary sink and a secondary dishwasher! For the busy life style of a modern family. The fireplace was completely redone with classic materials but in a contemporary layout. Notice the porcelain slab material on the hearth of the fireplace, the subway tile layout is a modern aligned pattern and the comfortable sitting nook on the side facing the large windows so you can enjoy a good book with a bright view. The bamboo flooring is continues throughout the house for a combining effect, tying together all the different spaces of the house. All the finish details and hardware are honed gold finish, gold tones compliment the wooden materials perfectly.

Fourth Street

Confluence Construction

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and with island.

Modern Kitchen

Cummings Architecture + Interiors

Blending contemporary and historic styles requires innovative design and a well-balanced aesthetic. That was the challenge we faced in creating a modern kitchen for this historic home in Lynnfield, MA. The final design retained the classically beautiful spatial and structural elements of the home while introducing a sleek sophistication. We mixed the two design palettes carefully. For instance, juxtaposing the warm, distressed wood of an original door with the smooth, brightness of non-paneled, maple cabinetry. A cork floor and accent cabinets of white metal add texture while a seated, step-down peninsula and built in bookcase create an open transition from the kitchen proper to an inviting dining space. This is truly a space where the past and present can coexist harmoniously. Photo Credit: Eric Roth

Eco-Chic Oasis: Green Island

Reno Maryland

Inspiration for a small transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in DC Metro with a single-bowl sink, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Hockessin Delaware Home Renovation

Spring Studio Architecture

Galley style modern kitchen with skylights and full height windows
This is an example of a large modern galley eat-in kitchen in Wilmington with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Miami Condo Renovation

InnovArt Design

Photo of a small modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Miami with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and bamboo floors.

Home, Unplugged

Meadowlark Design+Build

This kitchen is central to the home, but is elevated above the surrounding spaces so that sight lines to the exterior are maximized. This also brings in loads of natural daylight. This custom home was designed and built by Meadowlark Design+Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Photography by Dana Hoff Photography

Kitchen Living Dining & Rock

Sandrin Leung Inc.

The continuous kitchen, dining, and living space is framed by a granite rock bluff enclosed within the house. Clerestory windows capture the southern light helping to heat the home naturally. (photo by Ana Sandrin)

Condo Kitchen

FireSign DB

CONDO: Kitchen Remodel Bamboo Flooring, Custom Shaker Cabinets, Marble Backsplash and custom cut leathered granite countertop.
Inspiration for a small asian galley eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Privatwohnung

UNZEN Architekten | Innenarchitekten

Unzen
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dusseldorf with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, bamboo floors, a peninsula, beige floor, a drop-in sink, stainless steel appliances and white benchtop.

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

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Mark English Architects, AIA

Photo of a contemporary galley kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, orange cabinets, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances and bamboo floors.

Renovation Appartement

Edifice

Cuisine moderne dans les tons blanc épurée et chêne clair
Inspiration for a small contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, bamboo floors, brown floor, white benchtop, a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets and no island.

Fishtown, Philadelphia: Eclectic multi-floor renovation

Buckminster Green LLC

Andrea Cipriani Mecchi: photo
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, turquoise cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, bamboo floors, no island, grey benchtop, shaker cabinets and brown floor.

DIY Network’s Blog Cabin Kitchen

Mercury Mosaics and Tile

Smart Condo Living Kitchen - Burlingame, CA - Designed By Carole Hedstrom

Gilmans Kitchens and Baths

Treve Johnson Photography
This is an example of a small u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and no island.

Portsmouth

Smithcraft Fine Construction

White subway glass tile backsplash counter-to-ceiling wrapping around the cabinets and window frame.
This is an example of a small modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and no island.

Warm contemporary Kitchen and living room in Arcadia

Metropolis Drafting and Construction Inc

Douglass St. San Francisco

Chroma Colors, Inc.

Mid-sized transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and bamboo floors.

Kitchen with White Splashback and Bamboo 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!