Our clients wanted to update their kitchen and create more storage space. They also needed a desk area in the kitchen and a display area for family keepsakes. With small children, they were not using the breakfast bar on the island, so we chose when redesigning the island to add storage instead of having the countertop overhang for seating. We extended the height of the cabinetry also. A desk area with 2 file drawers and mail sorting cubbies was created so the homeowners could have a place to organize their bills, charge their electronics, and pay bills. We also installed 2 plugs into the narrow bookcase to the right of the desk area with USB plugs for charging phones and tablets. Our clients chose a cherry craftsman cabinet style with simple cups and knobs in brushed stainless steel. For the countertops, Silestone Copper Mist was chosen. It is a gorgeous slate blue hue with copper flecks. To compliment this choice, I custom designed this slate backsplash using multiple colors of slate. This unique, natural stone, geometric backsplash complemented the countertops and the cabinetry style perfectly. We installed a pot filler over the cooktop and a pull-out spice cabinet to the right of the cooktop. To utilize counterspace, the microwave was installed into a wall cabinet to the right of the cooktop. We moved the sink and dishwasher into the island and placed a pull-out garbage and recycling drawer to the left of the sink. An appliance lift was also installed for a Kitchenaid mixer to be stored easily without ever having to lift it. To improve the lighting in the kitchen and great room which has a vaulted pine tongue and groove ceiling, we designed and installed hollow beams to run the electricity through from the kitchen to the fireplace. For the island we installed 3 pendants and 4 down lights to provide ample lighting at the island. All lighting was put onto dimmer switches. We installed new down lighting along the cooktop wall. For the great room, we installed track lighting and attached it to the sides of the beams and used directional lights to provide lighting for the great room and to light up the fireplace. The beautiful home in the woods, now has an updated, modern kitchen and fantastic lighting which our clients love.

Christmas Cottage

Alison Kandler Interior Design

Bret Gum for Cottages and Bungalows
Design ideas for a large eclectic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, coloured appliances, painted wood floors, multi-coloured floor and white cabinets.

DÚPLEX EL FARRÓ

The Room Studio

Proyecto realizado por Meritxell Ribé - The Room Studio Construcción: The Room Work Fotografías: Mauricio Fuertes
This is an example of a large contemporary single-wall separate kitchen in Barcelona with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, ceramic floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and red splashback.

Colonial updated for family living

Uniquely Your Own

Renovated kitchen gets a new lay out with corner farm house sink, new shaker cabinets, bead board trim, coffered ceiling, large wood top island, 6 burner and gridle Blue Star Range and Chicago Brick Tile to hark to the original 1923 brick lanolium that was found as the original floor.

Cedar

Peak Ventures Fine Custom Homes

Our client planned to spend more time in this home and wanted to increase its livability. The project was complicated by the strata-specified deadline for exterior work, the logistics of working in an occupied strata complex, and the need to minimize the impact on surrounding neighbours. By reducing the deck space, removing the hot tub, and moving out the dining room wall, we were able to add important livable space inside. Our homeowners were thrilled to have a larger kitchen. The additional 500 square feet of living space integrated seamlessly into the existing architecture. This award-winning home features reclaimed fir flooring (from the Stanley Park storm), and wood-cased sliding doors in the dining room, that allow full access to the outdoor balcony with its exquisite views. Green building products and processes were used extensively throughout the renovation, which resulted in a modern, highly-efficient, and beautiful home.

Ritz Carlton Residence

Liz Ryan Design

William Lesch
Photo of a large l-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island and multi-coloured floor.

Maison - Bagnolet

Cécile Humbert - Design d'intérieur

This is an example of a large single-wall kitchen in Paris with a double-bowl sink, white cabinets, wood benchtops, green splashback, cement tiles, no island and multi-coloured floor.

Kitchen

STACKLAB

Spanish ceramic Aparici tiles are laid into the hardwood floor with a seamless transition. Photography: Sean McBride
Inspiration for a large traditional single-wall open plan kitchen in Toronto with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, a farmhouse sink, porcelain splashback and multi-coloured floor.

Gorgeous English Cottage Remodel in Willow Glen

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, onyx benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Listed Victorian Terrace in Kensington

Russell Taylor Architects

Design ideas for a large traditional galley separate kitchen in London with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, coloured appliances, porcelain floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Warm & Cozy Mudroom/Laundry

Karen Berkemeyer Home

This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, engineered quartz splashback, porcelain floors, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Green Glazed Thin Brick Kitchen

Fireclay Tile

Juxtaposed to warm finishes the minty green brick backsplash gives range to this kitchen range. DESIGN Jessica Davis PHOTOS Emily Followill Photography Tile Shown: Glazed Thin Brick in San Gabriel

Nevada City Knotty Alder

User

Large country galley open plan kitchen in Sacramento with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Travertine Backsplash and Quartz Countertops Add Freshness to Cabinets

French Creek Designs Kitchen & Bath Design Center

Client freshened up their kitchen cabinets by upgrading their countertops with Clarino Quartz and adding Travertine Subway Tile Backsplash for a warm and inviting kitchen.

Modern Traditional Kitchen

309design

After! This beautifully updated kitchen features painted cabinetry, a new custom island, new appliances, new open access to the adjacent family room, a white subway tile backsplash in a herringbone pattern, a marble quartz countertop, black and white porcelain tile and a soft gray paint. The modern traditional pendant lights add a touch of whimsy.

Balmes -240m²-, Barcelona -in progress-

GokoStudio

Bluetomatophotos
Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Barcelona with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles, with island, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

TWO TONE KITCHEN- SCHROCK ENTRA

Cabinetry Of Pinehurst

SCHROCK ENTRA KITCHEN LIMESTONE ON PERIMETER AND MARITIME ON ISLAND
Large contemporary l-shaped kitchen pantry in Raleigh with a farmhouse sink, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, white benchtop, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, with island, glass tile splashback and multi-coloured floor.

2017 Kitchens

East End Country Kitchens

Inspiration for a large traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, solid surface benchtops, porcelain floors and multi-coloured floor.

Kitchen Remodels

RFMC Construction, Inc.

Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, cement tiles, with island, multi-coloured floor, marble benchtops and stainless steel appliances.

White Oak and Painted White Island Open Concept Kitchen

Village Home Stores

Wynnbrooke Cabinetry kitchen featuring White Oak "Cascade" door and "Sand" stain and "Linen" painted island. MSI "Carrara Breve" quartz, COREtec "Blended Caraway" vinyl plank floors, Quorum black kitchen lighting, and Stainless Steel KitchenAid appliances also featured. New home built in Kewanee, Illinois with cabinetry, counters, appliances, lighting, flooring, and tile by Village Home Stores for Hazelwood Homes of the Quad Cities.

Large Kitchen with 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!