Photo by ImageArts, etc.
Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland Maine with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, brown splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Paddington Kitchen Renovation - Minosa

Minosa | Design Life Better

Light and airy finishes instill a feeling of openness, whilst textural elements such as the handmade matte white butcher tiles and V grooved cabinetry invent depth. Image: Nicole England

Kitchens

Carmel Kitchens & Baths

Eclectic Stone Post & Flowers Kitchen In Carmel Valley! Soothing tones, stainless steel farm sink and rustic beams blend within the space to create a unique home using certified green products.

Scituate Kitchen

'g' Green Design Center

We created this transitional style kitchen for a client who loves color and texture. When she came to ‘g’ she had already chosen to use the large stone wall behind her stove and selected her appliances, which were all high end and therefore guided us in the direction of creating a real cooks kitchen. The two tiered island plays a major roll in the design since the client also had the Charisma Blue Vetrazzo already selected. This tops the top tier of the island and helped us to establish a color palette throughout. Other important features include the appliance garage and the pantry, as well as bar area. The hand scraped bamboo floors also reflect the highly textured approach to this family gathering place as they extend to adjacent rooms.

Modern Meets Casual - Addition & Remodel

Urbana Design Studio

Kitchen Overview with Cherry Cabinetry, Bamboo Flooring and a mixture of painted cabinet with Farrow & Ball Blue Ground paint.
Mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and no island.

Project 3414-1 Ericsson Neighborhood South Minneapolis Kitchen + Bath Remodel

Castle Building & Remodeling

This 1907 home in the Ericsson neighborhood of South Minneapolis needed some love. A tiny, nearly unfunctional kitchen and leaking bathroom were ready for updates. The homeowners wanted to embrace their heritage, and also have a simple and sustainable space for their family to grow. The new spaces meld the home’s traditional elements with Traditional Scandinavian design influences. In the kitchen, a wall was opened to the dining room for natural light to carry between rooms and to create the appearance of space. Traditional Shaker style/flush inset custom white cabinetry with paneled front appliances were designed for a clean aesthetic. Custom recycled glass countertops, white subway tile, Kohler sink and faucet, beadboard ceilings, and refinished existing hardwood floors complete the kitchen after all new electrical and plumbing. In the bathroom, we were limited by space! After discussing the homeowners’ use of space, the decision was made to eliminate the existing tub for a new walk-in shower. By installing a curbless shower drain, floating sink and shelving, and wall-hung toilet; Castle was able to maximize floor space! White cabinetry, Kohler fixtures, and custom recycled glass countertops were carried upstairs to connect to the main floor remodel. White and black porcelain hex floors, marble accents, and oversized white tile on the walls perfect the space for a clean and minimal look, without losing its traditional roots! We love the black accents in the bathroom, including black edge on the shower niche and pops of black hex on the floors. Tour this project in person, September 28 – 29, during the 2019 Castle Home Tour!

Baking garage

Sophie Piesse Architect, PA

Mid-sized contemporary eat-in kitchen in Raleigh with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, blue splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island and grey floor.

Kitchen on Main

LaPlante Designs

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Modern Hillside Home Bistro Green Kitchen

Vetrazzo

From the island to the feature wall and full backsplash, the Bistro Green Vetrazzo defines the kitchen's palette and lines. Photo: Glenn Koslowsky
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, green splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island and blue floor.

Great Neck Brick Colonial Kitchen renovation

Packard Cabinetry of Sea Cliff

an update was in order but client wanted did not want to eliminate the compartmentalization of their classic colonial with a formal dining room. We were able to open up the immediate space by relocating hvac ducts and create a coffebar/bar section seperate from food prep and clean up space. the length of the kitchen allows for the tall cabinetry flowing into lengths of countertops toward the eating area under cathedral ceiling. Tall wall allowed for display of her favorite deco art work.

Corner drawers

Sophie Piesse Architect, PA

Corner drawers. Photography by Sophie Piesse
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open plan kitchen in Raleigh with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Ash / Kitchen Remodel

Cabinet Concepts

Joel Faurote
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, recycled glass benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Bamboo Kitchen with Glass accents

User

Glass front cabinets continue the bamboo theme. Vetrazzo recycled glass countertops were a must have for this client.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and no island.

Norfolk Shaker

Sheffield Sustainable Kitchens

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, linoleum floors, a peninsula and grey floor.

Project 3414-1 Ericsson Neighborhood South Minneapolis Kitchen + Bath Remodel

Castle Building & Remodeling

Kitchens and Baths

Keller/Eaton Architects

Cabinet detail featuring teak flat-front cabinets with composite glass countertop. Randall Perry Photography
Photo of a mid-sized beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with with island, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink and slate floors.

Eco-Brick Colonial

EnviroHomeDesign LLC

EHD
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional galley open plan kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, bamboo floors and with island.

Upper West Side Apartment

Shenton Architects LLP

The design of this four bedroom Upper West Side apartment involved the complete renovation of one half of the unit and the remodeling of the other half. The main living space includes a foyer, lounge, library, kitchen and island. The library can be converted into the fourth bedroom by deploying a series of sliding/folding glass doors together with a pivoting wall panel to separate it from the rest of the living area. The kitchen is delineated as a special space within the open floor plan by virtue of a folded wooden volume around the island - inviting casual congregation and dining. All three bathrooms were designed with a common language of modern finishes and fixtures, with functional variations depending on their location within the apartment. New closets serve each bedroom as well as the foyer and lounge spaces. Materials are kept to a limited palette of dark stained wood flooring, American Walnut for bathroom vanities and the kitchen island, white gloss and lacquer finish cabinetry, and translucent glass door panelling with natural anodized aluminum trim. Lightly veined carrara marble lines the bathroom floors and walls. www.archphoto.com

Contemporary Kitchen

Gilasi

A beautiful contemporary kitchen with Gilasi Recycled Glass Countertops.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Countertop and Tile Projects

Originate Natural Building Materials

FireClay Tile - 100% recycled glass tile backsplash - blend of colors
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional kitchen in Phoenix with a double-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, light wood cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, green splashback, cement tile splashback and white appliances.

Mid-sized Kitchen with Recycled Glass 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!