This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Brisbane with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, grey floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Engawa House, Ivanhoe

Inbetween Architecture

Inspiration for an asian single-wall open plan kitchen in Melbourne with open cabinets, wood benchtops, medium hardwood floors and exposed beam.

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.

Une cuisine pleine de charme à Clairefontaine

Inside Rénovation & Décoration d'intérieurs

béton ciré, béton ciré Paris, béton ciré Ile de France, béton ciré Yvelines, renovation béton ciré, construction béton ciré,
Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, timber splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and exposed beam.

Southlake New Build

Le Belle Maison Interiors Inc.

Inspiration for a transitional u-shaped kitchen in Dallas with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

KITCHEN / DINING | Double Aspect Windows Bring Plenty of Natural Light

Studio Mônty

The open plan kitchen, dining and living room has been considerately designed; furnished with everything you need and nothing you don’t. Reclaimed oak flooring and timber shelving add warmth and character. The Ercol dining chairs are vintage, with new cushions upholstered in Christopher Farr cloth. The charcoal tweed sofa is from Sofa.com. The kitchen units are the Stanbury style by DIY kitchens, painted F&B Hardwick White.

Alpharetta Transformation

Renew Properties

Inspiration for a country l-shaped kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Mill Valley Cottage to Home Transformation

Jetton Construction, Inc.

Gil Schafer, Architect Rita Konig, Interior Designer Chambers & Chambers, Local Architect Fredericka Moller, Landscape Architect Eric Piasecki, Photographer

Mulberry Grove Residence

Architectural Squared

Mid-sized eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Country Home, Gloucestershire

Justin Van Breda London

This is an example of a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Gloucestershire with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, wood benchtops, black appliances, a peninsula, multi-coloured floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Traditional Hand Painted Framed Kitchen

Tulip

Design ideas for a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Surrey with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

King's Point Update

Defined by Design

Design ideas for a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Cozy & Cute Tiny House

Parlour & Palm

A modern-meets-vintage farmhouse-style tiny house designed and built by Parlour & Palm in Portland, Oregon. This adorable space may be small, but it is mighty, and includes a kitchen, bathroom, living room, sleeping loft, and outdoor deck. Many of the features - including cabinets, shelves, hardware, lighting, furniture, and outlet covers - are salvaged and recycled.

Chiswick Kitchen

Alex Findlater Ltd

It is always a pleasure to work with design-conscious clients. This is a great amalgamation of materials chosen by our clients. Rough-sawn oak veneer is matched with dark grey engineering bricks to make a unique look. The soft tones of the marble are complemented by the antique brass wall taps on the splashback

COCINA - blanca y madera

Racons Arquitectura

¡La cocina! Uno de los espacios más importantes de la casa para muchísima gente. En este caso era un espacio importantísimo, por lo que optamos por hacer una cocina abierta al salón / comedor. Es una cocina en forma de "U" con los muebles altos a un lado y el resto de la cocina es una encimera de madera con muebles bajos. El resultado ha sido una cocina muy práctica y con una estética que encaja perfectamente con el resto de la casa.

Engawa House, Ivanhoe

Inbetween Architecture

This is an example of an asian open plan kitchen in Melbourne with open cabinets, wood benchtops, medium hardwood floors and exposed beam.

Элитный лофт интерьер в Петербурге.

Alex Loft

"Лофтовая" кухня с деревянной столешницей.
Inspiration for a large industrial galley eat-in kitchen with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, brick splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Traditional Country Hand Painted Framed Kitchen

Tulip

This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Surrey with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Amazing Solid Ash Kitchen

Kettle Co. Kitchens

It was a real pleasure to install this solid ash kitchen in this incredible living space. Not only do the wooden beams create a natural symmetry to the room but they also provide a rustic country feel. We used solid ash kitchen doors from our Mornington range painted in Dove grey. Firstly, we felt this was the perfect colour to let the natural wooden features shine through. Secondly, it created a more open feel to the whole living space. Oak worktops and bespoke shelving above the range cooker blend seamlessly with the exposed wooden beams. They bring the whole living space together in a seamless way and create a truly unique kitchen. If you like this solid ash kitchen and would like to find out more about our award-winning kitchens, get in touch or book a free design appointment today.

Cottages at Triangle Ranch

Josh Wynne Construction

Little Siesta Cottage- 1926 Beach Cottage saved from demolition, moved to this site in 3 pieces and then restored to what we believe is the original architecture

Kitchen with Wood Benchtops and Exposed Beam 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!