With this kitchen remodel we were able to highlight the Spanish Mediterranean style of the home. The tall transom pantry cabinets that almost touch the beams elevate your eyes and transform the space. In the back, the handmade mosaic backsplash although very intricate remains muted to accentuate the featured stone hood. The kitchen is equipped with high-end appliances and water stone plumping fixtures. For our countertop, we have selected marble in a perfect blend of colors that coordinate with this two-toned kitchen.

Italian Farmhouse Custom Kitchen Remodel | Santaluz, San Diego, CA

Leanne Michael L U X E lifestyle design

Italian farmhouse custom kitchen complete with hand carved wood details, flush marble island and quartz counter surfaces, faux finish cabinetry, clay ceiling and wall details, wolf, subzero and Miele appliances and custom light fixtures.

Kitchen Remodel - Drexel Ave. West Hollywood

Luxe Remodel

Inspiration for a large mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Oceanview Spanish Kitchen

MODEL DESIGN INC.

Updated kitchen features split face limestone backsplash, stone/plaster hood, arched doorways, and exposed wood beams.
Photo of a large mediterranean galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, limestone splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor, beige benchtop and exposed beam.

Lucas Ranch - Mediterranean Great Room & Kitchen

In the Deets

Modern Mediterranean new construction home featuring custom finishes throughout. A warm, Mediterranean palette, brass fixtures, colorful accents make this home a one-of-a-kind.

Castle Hills Remodel

Younique Designs

island pendants, barn door, marble countertops, painted cabinets, pantry door, plaster walls, remodel, renovation, spanish colonial, stone sink, vent hood in front of window, wood beams

Ocean View Residence

Paul Brant Williger Architect

Kitchen with Vaulted Truss and Bean Ceiling open to Dinning Room
Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, blue benchtop, exposed beam and an undermount sink.

Villa Rustica

lorenzo dottorini

Photo of a mediterranean kitchen in Other with exposed beam.

Finca auf Mallorca

BRÜNING INTERIORS

This is an example of a large mediterranean open plan kitchen in Palma de Mallorca with travertine floors, with island, beige floor and exposed beam.

Cupertino Kitchen & Master Bath

Design Loft Company

Open concept kitchen - Contemporary
Photo of a mediterranean eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, exposed beam and granite benchtops.

San Juan Spanish Revival

Concept Design, Inc.

Wine refrigerators, Coffee bar, and storage in the kitchen
Inspiration for a large mediterranean eat-in kitchen in Orange County with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, grey floor, green benchtop and exposed beam.

Tuscan Waterfront

SDG Architects

This is an example of an expansive mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor, beige benchtop and exposed beam.

Casa Cabanyal. Reforma integral

Nodopía, Arquitectura y Diseño

Cocina abierta al comedor y al salón. El patio se funde con el espacio interior gracias a la carpintería de hojas plegables.
Inspiration for a small mediterranean single-wall open plan kitchen in Valencia with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, brown floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Marble Countertops

Fratantoni Interior Designers

Kitchen double islands, exposed beams, marble backsplash and countertops, and marble floors.
Photo of an expansive mediterranean u-shaped separate kitchen in Phoenix with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, multiple islands, grey floor and exposed beam.

Crystal Cove Newport Coast

Interiors By Patrick

This is an example of a large mediterranean single-wall eat-in kitchen in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, with island, multi-coloured benchtop, light hardwood floors, brown floor, exposed beam, solid surface benchtops and panelled appliances.

THE HEIGHTS

GONTERMAN CUSTOM HOMES

Design ideas for a mediterranean galley kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, white appliances, with island, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Laurel Grove

Honeycomb Home Design

Inspiration for a mediterranean galley kitchen in San Luis Obispo with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, black appliances, with island, black floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Cate Grosch Studio

Stephanie Russo Photography

Large custom kitchen island. Oversized custom pendant lights. Custom flooring and backsplash.
This is an example of a mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

Kitchen Remodel - Drexel Ave. West Hollywood

Luxe Remodel

Design ideas for a large mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Finca auf Mallorca

BRÜNING INTERIORS

Large mediterranean open plan kitchen in Palma de Mallorca with travertine floors, with island, beige floor and exposed beam.

Mediterranean Kitchen with Exposed Beam 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 Mediterranean 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!