The bold, dark colour scheme of this designer kitchen used Polytec Venette 'Cinder' on the majority of the cabintry which contrasted beautifully with entertainers island in Polytec Venette 'Ultra White'. A Ceasarstone benchtop in 'Sleek Concrete' finished off the contemporary look of this kitchen. The hidden butler's pantry provided a place to store all the normal clutter of a kitchen, whilst still keeping toasters and smoothie makers in easy reach for the whole family. Stunning copper lip pull handles finished the design perfectly.

Blissful Blue Kitchen

Kitchen Master Design & Remodeling LLC

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Armada

Keith Baker Design Inc.

Vince Klassen
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, window splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and red floor.

Warwick Home 2

Western Cabinets

Cookbooks. A place for my clients much loved books was high on the list of reccommendations for thier family‘s new kitchen design. Not being able to part from any, my client needed a dedicated space for them to display amongst the design. The existing formal closed loving at the front of the home, entered into a separate compact kitchen and dining were to be transformed into an open, free flowing interior not disrupted by walls but somewhere the whole family were able to gather. A soft palette layered with fresh whites, large slabs of clouded concrete benches, planked Jarrah timber floors finished with solid timber Blackbutt accents allow for seamless integration into the home‘s interior. Cabinetry compliments the expansive length of the kitchen, whilst the simplicity of design provides impact to the home.

Hollywood Hills

Michael Fullen Design Group

Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, window splashback, black appliances, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Aesthetic Annerley

KITCHEN GALLERY

Small scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Brisbane with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, window splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Moolap Residence

Dylan Barber Building Design

Builder: Clark Homes Photographer: Chrissie Francis Stylist: Mel Wilson
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Geelong with with island, grey floor, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, window splashback, black appliances, cement tiles and white benchtop.

Pretty victorian

Love Wood Kitchens

Mid-sized traditional u-shaped kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, granite benchtops, black appliances, shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, window splashback, a peninsula and white floor.

Classy in the Country

Vekart Limited

Inspiration for a large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Hamilton with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, window splashback, black appliances and with island.

Contemporary Kitchen

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, window splashback, black appliances, concrete floors and with island.

Designer Kirsten Grove's Dreamy Waxed Alberene Soapstone Kitchen

Polycor

The peninsula countertop has a solid mitered waterfall end showcasing the white calcite veining of the Alberene Soapstone countertops from the Polycor Virginia quarry. Photo: Karen Krum

Custom designed Rose Bay House

Prebuilt

Tom Ferguson
Mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Sydney with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, window splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Mackinac Island Chic

Petoskey Kitchen and Bath - Designs By Dawn

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, window splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Kitchen

Sharon Campbell Architects

This Kitchen is both fresh and calming in appearance, utilising natural materials and simple detailing. It contains all the functional needs of a family kitchen whilst concealing all the clutter in the ample storage, and it sits seamlessly within the open plan living space. It is surrounded by windows on three sides giving it a direct connection to the courtyard, and gardens and ample light and ventilation.

CLASSY IN THE COUNTRY

Niche Design Co | Chelsey Mathieson

Photo of a large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, window splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Die Küche – das Herz des Hauses

Ihr Schreiner Thaler

Ob es in unseren Genen steckt, dass wir uns am liebsten dort versammeln, wo das Feuer brennt? Wo das Essen zubereitet wird? Wo die interessantesten Gespräche geführt werden? Wir freuen uns jedenfalls sehr, dass wir für eine Familie aus Mochenwangen mit der Küche aus unserer Schreinerei einen solchen Hausmittelpunkt schaffen durften. Die Specials dieser Küche: grifflose Ausführung aller Fronten einschließlich Kühlschrank, Apothekerschrank und Mülleimer elektrisch öffnend, Arbeitsplatten aus Granit mit flächenbündigem Kochfeld und Wrasenabzug (Dunst- und Dampfabzug) von Miele. Kurz: Eine Küche mit viel Stauraum und pfiffigen Funktionen, die den Kochalltag erleichtern. Und die außerdem so schön ist, dass Familie und Freunde sich immer wieder hier versammeln werden.

On the Farm

Cabinetry Creations, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orlando with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, window splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Küchendesign

Imbusch Einrichtungen

Selbstverständlich sind alle Geräte integriert, genügend Stauraum vorhanden und sogar noch Platz für einen schicken Side-by-Side-Kühlschrank.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Bremen with an integrated sink, white cabinets, black appliances, a peninsula, grey floor, grey benchtop, beaded inset cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, window splashback and porcelain floors.

Barton House

Julie Firkin Architects

The kitchen has views to the living and dining areas and is highly connected to the garden, with a servery as well as window splash-backs. True to the midcentury palette, the character of the materials is expressed, resulting in a pleasing clash of hardwood, ground concrete, dark joinery and garden views.

Moolap Residence

Dylan Barber Building Design

Kitchen with Window Splashback and Black Appliances 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!