A modern Australian design with finishes that change over time. Connecting the bushland to the home with colour and texture.
This is an example of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Perth with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop and vaulted.

Flinders , Sailors Whisk

Mermaid Bay Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, distressed cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, coloured appliances, light hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Balmain Terrace House

Annie Bowen Design

Ease of entertaining was key for the owners, so maximising the home’s formal rooms, designing a kitchen for large-scale cooking and creating outdoor spaces to gather are much-loved additions.

Pleasanton Custom Home

Ridgecrest Designs

Kitchen featuring white oak lower cabinetry, white painted upper cabinetry with blue accent cabinetry, including the island. Custom steel hood fabricated in-house by Ridgecrest Designs. Custom wood beam light fixture fabricated in-house by Ridgecrest Designs. Steel mesh cabinet panels, brass and bronze hardware, La Cornue French range, concrete island countertop and engineered quartz perimeter countertop. The 10' AG Millworks doors open out onto the California Room.

Auf der Sauhalde

lohrmannarchitekten

Küche in robustem Sichtbeton hebt sich von hölzernen Wohnräumen ab. Dazu wunderbare Aussicht über Stuttgart.
Design ideas for an industrial galley separate kitchen in Stuttgart with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island and grey floor.

Eades Townhouse

Urbane Architects

Kilic
Photo of a small industrial galley open plan kitchen in DC Metro with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Contemporary Kitchen

Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, pink cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, linoleum floors, with island, green floor, grey benchtop and timber.

Japandi Kitchen

Sustainable Kitchens

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.

Dalston Victorian House

Emilie Fournet Interiors

The open plan kitchen with a central moveable island is the perfect place to socialise. With a mix of wooden and zinc worktops, the shaker kitchen in grey tones sits comfortably next to exposed brick works of the chimney breast. The original features of the restored cornicing and floorboards work well with the Smeg fridge and the vintage French dresser.

New studio Glasnevin

Dee Design

Design ideas for a small contemporary galley kitchen in Dublin with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, concrete benchtops, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island and brown benchtop.

Churchtown

Dreyer Architecture

The kitchen is the hub of this family home. A balanced mix of materials are chosen to compliment each other, exposed brickwork, timber clad ceiling, and the cast concrete central island grows out of the polished concrete floor.

Douceur de vivre à Paris

Miriam Gassmann

Inspiration for a scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, concrete floors, a peninsula, blue floor and blue benchtop.

North Park Lofts Portland Oregon

Giulietti Schouten Weber Architects

This is an example of an industrial kitchen in Portland with light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback and grey benchtop.

Mid-Century Modern Design with Indoor/Outdoor Living Featuring Folding Doors

AG Millworks

This mid-century modern space features an all-white kitchen, concrete counters, exposed wood ceilings, and hardwood floors. The wood touches on the ceiling and bi-fold doors and the various greenery help to add texture and warmth to the space.

Modern Home

lnclighting.llc

This one-light mini pendant brings versatile style to your luminary arrangement. Its open iron-made shade adds a breezy touch to any space while its antique silver pairs perfectly with the adjustable rod and wall decor. With traditional X-shaped accents, this on-trend one-light mini pendant is an updated classic.

Modern Farmhouse-Upstate

Crisp Architects

Natural lighting showcasing hardwood flooring, pendant lighting fixtures, shaker style cabinets, and concrete countertop texture. Photographer: Rob Karosis

Inset Painted Kitchen

GOLDEN GATE KITCHENS

Designer - Helena Steele Photo Credit: christopherstark.com Other Finishes and Furniture : @lindseyalbanese Custom inset Cabinetry $40,000 by Jay Rambo Porcelain Slab Counters: Sapien Stone- Calacatta Light Stone Farm Sink and Island Prep Sink by: Native Trails Island Sapein Stone: Sand Earth

Upstate Farmhouse

Chango

Architectural advisement, Interior Design, Custom Furniture Design & Art Curation by Chango & Co. Architecture by Crisp Architects Construction by Structure Works Inc. Photography by Sarah Elliott See the feature in Domino Magazine

Modern St. Michaels Farmhouse

Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.

Large country eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, concrete benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, grey benchtop, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, stainless steel appliances and beige floor.

Rylock Custom Windows & Doors

Rylock Australia

Double Glazed - Sliding Window, Bifold Door & Specialist Windows with ColorBond™ Monument Frame and Black Hardware
This is an example of a modern galley kitchen in Melbourne with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, window splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Kitchen with Zinc 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!