Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

Blue Coat Lane

Vita Design Group

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in New York with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, window splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, grey benchtop, quartz benchtops and brown floor.

Modern Kitchen

Photo of a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Another remodeling in Encino kitchen

FIDELITY Builders and Design

Joana Morrison
Large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Longboat Key Renovation

SOLSTICE Planning and Architecture

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Cubby Cottage

Kitty Lee Architecture

Contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Wyndham Beach House

Sky Architect Studio

we created a practical, L-shaped kitchen layout with an island bench integrated into the “golden triangle” that reduces steps between sink, stovetop and refrigerator for efficient use of space and ergonomics. Instead of a splashback, windows are slotted in between the kitchen benchtop and overhead cupboards to allow natural light to enter the generous kitchen space. Overhead cupboards have been stretched to ceiling height to maximise storage space. Timber screening was installed on the kitchen ceiling and wrapped down to form a bookshelf in the living area, then linked to the timber flooring. This creates a continuous flow and draws attention from the living area to establish an ambience of natural warmth, creating a minimalist and elegant kitchen. The island benchtop is covered with extra large format porcelain tiles in a 'Calacatta' profile which are have the look of marble but are scratch and stain resistant. The 'crisp white' finish applied on the overhead cupboards blends well into the 'natural oak' look over the lower cupboards to balance the neutral timber floor colour.

Mercer Island Mid Century Modern

A Medley Photography

Midcentury l-shaped kitchen in Seattle with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Stanhope House

AD DESIGN DEVELOP

Julian Gries
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Melbourne with black cabinets, quartz benchtops, window splashback, black appliances, with island, grey benchtop, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Very White Kitchen

Jere Bradwell

Farmhouse style updated for a transitional feel
Traditional kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kew Penthouse

2LG Studio

Megan Taylor
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, dark hardwood floors, window splashback and brown floor.

Tranquil Oasis

Associates III Interior Design

Gibeon Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, window splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Calacatta Blanco is the Kitchen Centrepiece in a Northern Beaches Family Home

Smartstone | Quartz Benchtops, Engineered Stone

This busy Northern Beaches family was looking for a contemporary beach house kitchen that was family friendly. Christina Prescott Design created a fresh, light-filled space where they could come together. With a spacious island in Smartstone Calacatta Blanco as the centrepiece of the generously proportioned kitchen, the family can easily connect while preparing and sharing meals. Credits: Interior Design – Christina Prescott Design Building Design – Danny Vise from Elevate Design and Drafting Photography – Simon Whitbread

Vincent Ave I New Construction

Landmark Building Contractors LLC

Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean galley open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, window splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Birtinya

Weiss Built Pty Ltd

This is an example of a large beach style galley kitchen in Sunshine Coast with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, flat-panel cabinets, window splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Appartamento San Giovanni

AE Studio

Per una abitazione versatile da destinare al mercato della locazione a breve termine, si è lavorato per un ambiente fresco e spensierato. Un segno orizzontale dalla cromia a contrasto che abbraccia tutta l’abitazione è il principale elemento caratterizzante il progetto.

Alexandra

Kyra Clarkson Architect

Steven Evans Photography
This is an example of a large transitional single-wall open plan kitchen in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Wellborn Cabinetry

Designer's Choice Inc

Large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, an undermount sink, concrete benchtops and brown floor.

Eltham Kitchen 12

The Kitchen Design Centre

Designer: Corey Johnson; Photographer: Yvonne Menegol
This is an example of an expansive modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Oatley - Kitchen Renovation

Balnei & Colina

The new kitchen design balanced both form and function. Push to open doors finger pull mechanisms contribute to the contemporary and minimalist style our client wanted. The cabinetry design symmetry allowing the focal point - an eye catching window splashback - to take centre stage. Wash and preparation zones were allocated to the rear of the kitchen freeing up the grand island bench for casual family dining, entertaining and everyday activities. Photography: Urban Angles

Kitchen with Window Splashback and Brown 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!