New build oak framed cottage - Herefordshire

Inspiration for a country single-wall kitchen in West Midlands with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops and stainless steel appliances.

c. 1720 Residence | Kennett Square, PA

Period Architecture Ltd.

Angle Eye Photography
Large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, wood benchtops, brown floor, black benchtop and beaded inset cabinets.

Aspen Bungalow

Zone 4 Architects, LLC

Remodel conversion of an early eighties home into a bungalow or arts & crafts style residence.
Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts galley eat-in kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen in Barn Conversion- Rutland, Leicestershire

Hill Farm Furniture Ltd

As featured in The Sunday Times. The owners of this period property wanted to add their own personal stamp without having to choose between design and functionality. Hill Farm offered practical solutions without compromising on style or space – side-by-side under counter fridges, bi-fold doors with adjustable shelves, maximum work space – created from solid wood and hand painted.

Seaside Farmhouse

Gabriel Holland Interior Design

Lara Jane Thorpe
Design ideas for a country eat-in kitchen in Kent with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, painted wood floors and no island.

Light Farm-Kitchen

Sullivan Building & Design Group

Kitchen
Inspiration for a country kitchen in Philadelphia with white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Farmhouse Kitchen

Photo of a country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Vlahos Project on Ono

Bob Chatham Custom Home Design

The kitchen has a coastal appeal with rustic wood finishes and metal lighting. The white cabinets and ship lap walls complete the look. This beautiful beach house was designed by Bob Chatham and built on Ono Island by Phillip Vlahos Homes.

White and Warm

Design First Interiors

This formerly small and cramped kitchen switched roles with the extra large eating area resulting in a dramatic transformation that takes advantage of the nice view of the backyard. The small kitchen window was changed to a new patio door to the terrace and the rest of the space was “sculpted” to suit the new layout. A Classic U-shaped kitchen layout with the sink facing the window was the best of many possible combinations. The primary components were treated as “elements” which combine for a very elegant but warm design. The fridge column, custom hood and the expansive backsplash tile in a fabric pattern, combine for an impressive focal point. The stainless oven tower is flanked by open shelves and surrounded by a pantry “bridge”; the eating bar and drywall enclosure in the breakfast room repeat this “bridge” shape. The walnut island cabinets combine with a walnut butchers block and are mounted on a pedestal for a lighter, less voluminous feeling. The TV niche & corkboard are a unique blend of old and new technologies for staying in touch, from push pins to I-pad. The light walnut limestone floor complements the cabinet and countertop colors and the two ceiling designs tie the whole space together.

KitchenDesigns.com - Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly - Rockville Center, NY CA1302

Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly, Inc. (CKD, CBD, CR)

kitchendesigns.com Designed by Mario Mulea at Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly, Inc. Cabinetry: Brookhaven by Wood Mode
Traditional kitchen in New York with black cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback and black appliances.

Seamless Neighbor

TEA2 Architects

Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Minneapolis with wood benchtops.

Concrete Kitchen Countertop and Island

Trueform Concrete, LLC

A transitional kitchen designed by Anthony Albert Studios. The designer chose custom concrete kitchen countertops by Trueform concrete. These concrete kitchen countertops created a unique look to the kitchen space. The concrete was cast in Trueform's signature finish.

Briarwood Lane

J Wilson Fuqua & Associates Architects

Design ideas for a traditional eat-in kitchen in Dallas with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, a farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Sudbury Classic

Sage Builders LLC

Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts separate kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, wood benchtops, light wood cabinets, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Ultimate Farmhouse Kitchen

Mike Smith / Artistic Kitchens

My favorite farmhouse kitchen.. :)
Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped kitchen in Louisville with a farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, shaker cabinets, wood benchtops, white cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors and with island.

West HIlls - Kitchen

Jenny Baines, Jennifer Baines Interiors

Lincoln Barbour - Photographer
Photo of a traditional kitchen in Portland with stainless steel appliances and wood benchtops.

Winchester Kitchen

Venegas and Company

This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in Boston with stainless steel appliances, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops and white splashback.

Cuisine Marly le Roi

Olivia Martin / Architecte d'Intérieur

Cuisine style campagne chic un peu British
Mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

DANTON- Aménagement d'un appartement acheté sur plan

Esprit Gaïa

Inspiration for a scandinavian kitchen in Paris with wood benchtops.

Ballet en Blanc et Bois : Une Cuisine Lumineuse Sublimée par ses Carreaux.

Dream Up Habitat

Bienvenue dans une cuisine éclatante où la fusion du blanc immaculé et du bois chaleureux crée une atmosphère invitant à la convivialité. Les accents naturels se marient parfaitement avec l'élégance du carrelage en ciment, ajoutant une touche d'authenticité artisanale. Chaque détail de cet espace respire la modernité tout en préservant une ambiance chaleureuse, faisant de cette cuisine un lieu où la fonctionnalité rencontre le raffinement esthétique. Découvrez une symphonie visuelle où la lumière, la texture et le design se conjuguent pour créer une expérience culinaire unique.

Kitchen with Wood Benchtops and Concrete Benchtops 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!