Small mediterranean l-shaped separate kitchen in Barcelona with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, no island, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Apartment M09

Assen Emilov Photography

Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall separate kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

Морская кввартира для отдыха 82 кв.м.

Студия Дизайна Анны Геращенко

Design ideas for a beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, turquoise cabinets, wood benchtops, white appliances, a peninsula, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

大開口カーテンウォールの家

株式会社ストーリーホーム

Design ideas for a scandinavian galley kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback and multi-coloured floor.

Renovations and Additions

Tekton Works

Inspiration for a country kitchen pantry in Philadelphia with open cabinets, wood benchtops, ceramic floors, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

FOUR OAKS

BLAARCHITETTURA

©beppe giardino
Inspiration for a contemporary galley eat-in kitchen with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, coloured appliances, cement tiles, with island and multi-coloured floor.

Columbia Victorian

Bellingham Bay Builders

After many years of careful consideration and planning, these clients came to us with the goal of restoring this home’s original Victorian charm while also increasing its livability and efficiency. From preserving the original built-in cabinetry and fir flooring, to adding a new dormer for the contemporary master bathroom, careful measures were taken to strike this balance between historic preservation and modern upgrading. Behind the home’s new exterior claddings, meticulously designed to preserve its Victorian aesthetic, the shell was air sealed and fitted with a vented rainscreen to increase energy efficiency and durability. With careful attention paid to the relationship between natural light and finished surfaces, the once dark kitchen was re-imagined into a cheerful space that welcomes morning conversation shared over pots of coffee. Every inch of this historical home was thoughtfully considered, prompting countless shared discussions between the home owners and ourselves. The stunning result is a testament to their clear vision and the collaborative nature of this project. Photography by Radley Muller Photography Design by Deborah Todd Building Design Services

Tapawingo Lake Camp

Pearson Design Group

Design ideas for a country l-shaped kitchen in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, with island and multi-coloured floor.

Dunstable

Carriage Lane Design-Build Inc.

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island and multi-coloured floor.

Maison de bourg

Batiste.g.décoration

Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall open plan kitchen in Angers with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula, multi-coloured floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Rénovation épurée pour cet appartement sur l'île de la Jatte

Mon Concept Habitation

Nos équipes ont utilisé quelques bons tuyaux pour apporter ergonomie, rangements, et caractère à cet appartement situé à Neuilly-sur-Seine. L’utilisation ponctuelle de couleurs intenses crée une nouvelle profondeur à l’espace tandis que le choix de matières naturelles et douces apporte du style. Effet déco garanti!

Kitchen

Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling

This stunning kitchen features black kitchen cabinets, brass hardware, butcher block countertops, custom backsplash and open shelving which we can't get enough of!

Studio - Paris 5

Cécile Humbert - Design d'intérieur

Small midcentury single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, black cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles and multi-coloured floor.

LIBRARY-LOWER LEVEL LIVING

Princeton Design Collaborative

This is an example of a small midcentury galley kitchen pantry in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, cork floors, no island, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

scandinavian mist

Ира Носова

Design ideas for a scandinavian u-shaped open plan kitchen in Moscow with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, no island, multi-coloured floor, brown benchtop and white appliances.

Painted Kitchen

Clachan Wood

Design ideas for a country l-shaped kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, coloured appliances, no island and multi-coloured floor.

Treetop

Albert, Righter & Tittmann Architects, Inc.

Our client, with whom we had worked on a number of projects over the years, enlisted our help in transforming her family’s beloved but deteriorating rustic summer retreat, built by her grandparents in the mid-1920’s, into a house that would be livable year-‘round. It had served the family well but needed to be renewed for the decades to come without losing the flavor and patina they were attached to. The house was designed by Ruth Adams, a rare female architect of the day, who also designed in a similar vein a nearby summer colony of Vassar faculty and alumnae. To make Treetop habitable throughout the year, the whole house had to be gutted and insulated. The raw homosote interior wall finishes were replaced with plaster, but all the wood trim was retained and reused, as were all old doors and hardware. The old single-glazed casement windows were restored, and removable storm panels fitted into the existing in-swinging screen frames. New windows were made to match the old ones where new windows were added. This approach was inherently sustainable, making the house energy-efficient while preserving most of the original fabric. Changes to the original design were as seamless as possible, compatible with and enhancing the old character. Some plan modifications were made, and some windows moved around. The existing cave-like recessed entry porch was enclosed as a new book-lined entry hall and a new entry porch added, using posts made from an oak tree on the site. The kitchen and bathrooms are entirely new but in the spirit of the place. All the bookshelves are new. A thoroughly ramshackle garage couldn’t be saved, and we replaced it with a new one built in a compatible style, with a studio above for our client, who is a writer.

CHEZ CAMILLE A NANTES

Jours & Nuits

Jours & Nuits © 2018 Houzz
Photo of a scandinavian galley separate kitchen in Montpellier with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

VIVIENDA MUNTANER

The Room Studio

Proyecto realizado por Meritxell Ribé - The Room Studio Construcción: The Room Work Fotografías: Mauricio Fuertes
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean single-wall eat-in kitchen in Barcelona with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown benchtop, white splashback and multi-coloured floor.

Un espacio de ensueño para disfrutar en familia

DOCRYS & DC

Contemporary single-wall kitchen in Madrid with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

Kitchen with Wood Benchtops and Multi-Coloured 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!