Blending the warmth and natural elements of Scandinavian design with Japanese minimalism. With true craftsmanship, the wooden doors paired with a bespoke oak handle showcases simple, functional design, contrasting against the bold dark green crittal doors and raw concrete Caesarstone worktop. The large double larder brings ample storage, essential for keeping the open-plan kitchen elegant and serene.

Project 45

The Main Company

The large space accommodated an island kitchen and six seater dinning table.
Photo of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in London with medium hardwood floors, brown floor, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and black benchtop.

Mid Century Dream

SARA VANDERSTELT with Creative Kitchens

Mid Century Dream Welborn Forest Cabinetry Avenue Slab Door Style Cherry in Wheat / Natural Stain HARDWARE : Chrome Finger Pulls COUNTERTOPS KITCHEN : Blanco Aspen Quartz Coutnertops BUILDER : D&M Design Company

Wallingford

Boffe Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall open plan kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, with island and black benchtop.

House from the Trees: Kitchen

Tamara Day Design

This is an example of a contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Kansas City with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Highlands Eichler

Gast Architects

Kitchen open to Family Room, Home Office, and Breakfast Area
This is an example of a midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, terrazzo floors, with island, white floor, white benchtop and timber.

Portside Court Townhouse

Simply Home Decorating

What comes to mind when you envision the perfect multi-faceted living spaces? Is it an expansive amount of counter space at which to cook, work, or entertain freely? Abundant and practical cabinet organization to keep clutter at bay and the space looking beautiful? Or perhaps the answer is all of the above, along with a cosy spot to retreat after the long day is complete. The project we are sharing with you here has each of these elements in spades: spaces that combine beauty with function, promote comfort and relaxation, and make time at home enjoyable for this active family of three. Our main focus was to remodel the kitchen, where we hoped to create a functional layout for everyday use. Our clients also hoped to incorporate a home office right into the kitchen itself. However, the clients realized that renovation the kitchen alone wouldn’t create the full transformation they were looking for. Kitchens interact intimately with their adjacent spaces, especially family rooms, and we were determined to elevate their daily living experience from top to bottom. We redesigned the kitchen and living area to increase work surfaces and storage solutions, create comfortable and luxurious spaces to unwind, and update the overall aesthetic to fit their more modern, collected taste. Here’s how it turned out…

Hilltop Cache'

Sanctuary Kitchen and Bath Design

Contemporary walnut and paint kitchen with terrazzo style countertops. Pocketing doors hide a wonderful "stimulant center" - caffeine in the morning, alcohol in the evening!

Kitchen

Infinite Home

Small eclectic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets and a peninsula.

Stainless Steel Farm & Prep Sink for Craftsman Kitchen

Rachiele Custom Sinks

Hand-finished stainless farm sink and island prep sink made out of 316L Marine Grade stainless steel. The large workstation sink along the window boasts a beautiful view while prepping food or washing up after an evening of entertaining. Small workstation sink in the island for easy access beside the stunning range and hood. Custom cabinetry sets the look apart for a fully tailored result.

Big Bev

Carl Mattison Design

Inspiration for a contemporary open plan kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and vaulted.

Historic Farmhouse Renovation

Lasley Brahaney Architecture + Construction

We designed an addition to the house to include the new kitchen, expanded mudroom and relocated laundry room. The kitchen features an abundance of countertop and island space, island seating, a farmhouse sink, custom walnut cabinetry and floating shelves, a breakfast nook with built-in bench seating and porcelain tile flooring.

Four Wheeler

Amy Storm & Company

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

Paris 17 260m²

blackStones

Large contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors, with island, black floor and beige benchtop.

Midcentury Kitchen

Willow Creek Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and white benchtop.

Quad Cities Kitchen Remodel with Great Storage and Maple Cabinets

Village Home Stores

A Rock Island, Illinois kitchen remodeled from start to finish by the Village Home Stores team. We removed walls, widened doorways, and eliminated soffits to make room for this spacious new design packed with style and a LOT of creative storage. Design, materials, and complete start to finish remodel by Village Home Stores. Planning to remodel your home in the Quad Cities area soon? Contact us to learn about our process! Featured: Koch cabinetry in the Savannah door and Maple “Pecan” stain, Cambria quartz counters in the Armitage design, Serenbe Nova Floors glue-down Cottage Pine Char LVP, and a Stainless Steel appliance package by KitchenAid.

Energy Efficient in Los Altos

Young & Borlik Architects, inc.

An all-electric kitchen. Sunlight spills into the high ceilings through skylights and transom windows so artificial lighting use can be minimized. All appliances are electric, materials are natural and durable.

Cocina Alegre

recdi8

Contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Barcelona with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Hampton Road, Bristol

E J Studio Ltd

Transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

Grand Street Kitchen

Stumpff HomeWorks, LLC

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Kansas City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black splashback, timber splashback, coloured appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, black benchtop and recessed.

Kitchen with Yellow Cabinets and Medium Wood Cabinets 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!