Working with repeat clients is always a dream! The had perfect timing right before the pandemic for their vacation home to get out city and relax in the mountains. This modern mountain home is stunning. Check out every custom detail we did throughout the home to make it a unique experience!

Notting Hill Kitchen

Maistri

By removing handles and embelishments, we create a stunning, pure, elegant kitchen. Internal storage solutions create a place for everything so that the kitchen remains uncluttered and clean.

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キッチンハウス

This is an example of a modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Tokyo with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, laminate benchtops, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Grossman Home

megro123

Granite countertops, wood floor, flat front cabinets (SW Iron Ore), marble and brass hexagonal tile backsplash. Galley butler's pantry includes a wet bar.

South Land Park

WOOL Design Studio

Walnut cabinets, soapstone countertops, built-in oven hood with floating shelves.
Design ideas for a modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sacramento with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, soapstone benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Williamsburg Townhouse - Kitchen & Deck

nC2 architecture llc

A new, ground-up attached house facing Cooper Park in Williamsburg Brooklyn. The site is in a row of small 1950s two-story, split-level brick townhouses, some of which have been modified and enlarged over the years and one of which was replaced by this building. The exterior is intentionally subdued, reminiscent of the brick warehouse architecture that occupies much of the neighborhood. In contrast, the interior is bright, dynamic and highly-innovative. In a nod to the original house, nC2 opted to explore the idea of a new, urban version of the split-level home. The house is organized around a stair oriented laterally at its center, which becomes a focal point for the free-flowing spaces that surround it. All of the main spaces of the house - entry hall, kitchen/dining area, living room, mezzanine and a tv room on the top floor - are open to each other and to the main stair. The split-level configuration serves to differentiate these spaces while maintaining the open quality of the house. A four-story high mural by the artist Jerry Inscoe occupies one entire side of the building and creates a dialog with the architecture. Like the building itself, it can only be truly appreciated by moving through the spaces.

Hubertus

S&G wohnbau GmbH

Small modern galley eat-in kitchen in Nuremberg with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Hudson Valley Remodel

Boxco Studio

We designed and made the custom plywood cabinetry made for a small, light-filled kitchen remodel. Cabinet fronts are maple and birch plywood with circular cut outs. The open shelving has through tenon joinery and sliding doors.

Linden Scandinavian

Rosy Alexander Interior Design

Design ideas for a modern l-shaped kitchen in Raleigh with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, yellow floor, black benchtop and vaulted.

Outer Richmond Residence

James Hill Architect, AIA

Architect: James Hill Architecture Photo credit: James Zhou
This is an example of a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and glass sheet splashback.

Herne Hill

Cassidy Hughes Interior Design

This is an example of a large modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Vienna Glam Custom Home

c|s DESIGN STUDIO LLC

Photo credit Stylish Productions
This is an example of a small modern kitchen pantry in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and wood.

Anchovy St.

Pearl Remodeling

• White Marble Countertops • Built-in Wine Cooler, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, and stovetop • U-Shaped Layout • Gold brushed fixtures • Deep Stainless Steel Sink • White Tile Backsplash • Shaker Style Cabinets • Recessed Lighting • Bar Counter

Modern Living in Downtown Birmingham

Stalburg Design

This stylish, family friendly kitchen is also an entertainer’s dream! This young family desired a bright, spacious kitchen that would function just as well for the family of 4 everyday, as it would for hosting large events (in a non-covid world). Apart from these programmatic goals, our aesthetic goal was to accommodate all the function and mess into the design so everything would be neatly hidden away behind beautiful cabinetry and panels. The navy, bifold buffet area serves as an everyday breakfast and coffee bar, and transforms into a beautiful buffet spread during parties (we’ve been there!). The fridge drawers are great for housing milk and everyday items during the week, and both kid and adult beverages during parties while keeping the guests out of the main cooking zone. Just around the corner you’ll find the high gloss navy bar offering additional beverages, ice machine, and barware storage – cheers! Super durable quartz with a marbled look keeps the kitchen looking neat and bright, while withstanding everyday wear and tear without a problem. The practical waterfall ends at the island offer additional damage control in bringing that hard surface all the way down to the beautiful white oak floors. Underneath three large window walls, a built-in banquette and custom table provide a comfortable, intimate dining nook for the family and a few guests while the stunning chandelier ties in nicely with the other brass accents in the kitchen. The thin black window mullions offer a sharp, clean contrast to the crisp white walls and coordinate well with the dark banquette. Thin, tall windows on either side of the range beautifully frame the stunningly simple, double curvature custom hood, and large windows in the bar/butler’s pantry allow additional light to really flood the space and keep and airy feel. The textured wallpaper in the bar area adds a touch of warmth, drama and interest while still keeping things simple.

Lesesne Street 3

SHELTER Custom-Built Living

Downsview Cabinetry Channel System. Rohl sink, California faucets, Circa lighting, Subzero, Wolf and Asko appliances, 7" french white oak engineered flooring, Comos Quartz, Sierra Pacific Windows

black is beautiful

Küchen Am Wall GmbH

Inspiration for a small modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Bremen with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and green benchtop.

Modern Nostalgia Remodel

Kimball Modern Design + Interiors

Modern l-shaped kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Riverview Residence

Square Inch Design

photography: Viktor Ramos
Inspiration for a large modern eat-in kitchen in Cincinnati with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Belmont Kitchen

In the Deets

Modern chef's kitchen remodel featuring expansive waterfall island, flat-panel cabinetry, Neolith counter tops, high-end appliances, glass backsplash, and amazing views.

Ultra-Modern Kitchen behind a restored Victorian Facade (Melbourne)

Elite Custom Homes

Photo of a modern galley kitchen in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, concrete benchtops, light hardwood floors, with island, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, window splashback, black appliances, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Modern Kitchen with Light Hardwood Floors 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 Modern 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!