This is an example of a small l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, blue floor and white benchtop.

Mainline Classic Contemporary

Airy Kitchens

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, a peninsula, blue floor and white benchtop.

Apartamento junto al Mercado de Alicante

ESCALAR

ESCALAR
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Alicante-Costa Blanca with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, blue floor and white benchtop.

Our Work

JACK STABB General Building Contractor

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped kitchen pantry in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, tile benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, terrazzo floors, with island and blue floor.

Modern small kitchen

Larissa Hicks- S&W Kitchens, Inc.

Small kitchen with a lot of storage perks!
Inspiration for a small modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, blue floor and white benchtop.

LA COCINA

User

This is an example of a country l-shaped kitchen in Madrid with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances and blue floor.

Wamego, Yucca Valley, CA

x8 Property and Design

Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, white appliances, concrete floors, with island, blue floor, grey benchtop, zinc benchtops and subway tile splashback.

Ojeda-Henwood Kitchen, Half Bath, and Master Bedroom Remodel

Design First Builders

Wood cabinets will never go out of style. This kitchen design in a townhome in the city involved removing a wall housing plumbing from the also remodeled Master Bathroom and opening up the space to allow a beautiful flow into the the living and dining area.

Conserver et accentuer le charme de son appartement parisien - Projet Chalon

Mon Concept Habitation

Notre cliente venait de faire l’acquisition d’un appartement au charme parisien. On y retrouve de belles moulures, un parquet à l’anglaise et ce sublime poêle en céramique. Néanmoins, le bien avait besoin d’un coup de frais et une adaptation aux goûts de notre cliente ! Dans l’ensemble, nous avons travaillé sur des couleurs douces. L’exemple le plus probant : la cuisine. Elle vient se décliner en plusieurs bleus clairs. Notre cliente souhaitant limiter la propagation des odeurs, nous l’avons fermée avec une porte vitrée. Son style vient faire écho à la verrière du bureau afin de souligner le caractère de l’appartement. Le bureau est une création sur-mesure. A mi-chemin entre le bureau et la bibliothèque, il est un coin idéal pour travailler sans pour autant s’isoler. Ouvert et avec sa verrière, il profite de la lumière du séjour où la luminosité est maximisée grâce aux murs blancs.

Stunning Private Eclectic Home, Southwell

Belvoir Interiors

Pullman In-Frame Shaker Style Kitchen 20mm Silestone Lagoon Work Surfaces Burnished Brass Armac Martin Handles Designed, Supplied & Installed Bespoke Colour - Farrow & Ball's Railings No.31 Oak Dovetailed Drawer Boxes Seating For Up To 4 On Island

Toronto House 2

Qarnis Development

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, blue floor, white benchtop and with island.

Silver Springs Residence

Loop Interior Design Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Calgary with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, blue floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Oxford Blue handle-less Shaker

Arlington Interiors

We love this space! The client wanted to open up two rooms into one by taking out the dividing wall. This really opened up the space and created a real social space for the whole family. The are lots f nice features within this design, the L shape island works perfectly in the space. The patterned floor and exposed brick work really give this design character. Silestone Quartz Marble finish worktops, Sheraton Savoy Shaker handles-less kitchen. Build work completed by NDW Build Photos by Murat Ozkasim

House in Hampton for Kia Designs

Anna Stathaki | Photography

©AnnaStathaki
This is an example of a transitional l-shaped kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, blue splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, blue floor and blue benchtop.

Portland Concordia Kitchen Sink

Mac-Bo

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, with island, blue floor and white benchtop.

Elm St Batavia

Heart of the Home

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island, blue floor and white benchtop.

Monogram Appliance Gallery

East Coast Appliance

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with stainless steel appliances, a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, glass benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, no island and blue floor.

The Cloud

Alida And Miller

Eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white splashback, black appliances, with island, blue floor and white benchtop.

Køkken

Pernillebrygger

Design ideas for a beach style l-shaped kitchen in Odense with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and blue floor.

Rénovation cuisine et RDC d'une maison avec agrandissement dans mur porteur

ADORA Rénovation

Changement de la cuisine : sol, meubles et crédence Installation d'une verrière
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, pink splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, blue floor and beige benchtop.

L-shaped Kitchen with Blue 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!