View of Kitchen and Kitchen eating area off Great Room. Photo credit: Artistic Impressions Photography
Design ideas for a modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen Remodel - 7242 Clubhouse Rd.

Christie's Design Build Remodeling

Photo of an expansive modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Estancia Project

Avenue 82 Designs

This is an example of a large modern open plan kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartzite benchtops, limestone splashback, white appliances, porcelain floors, multiple islands, grey floor and white benchtop.

Downtown ATL Four Seasons: :Modern Condo

INTERIORS BY ABRAHAM

Complete Renovation with an Open Plan Concept. Space Planned the whole entire 2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath Condo in the heart of Atlanta. Turn Key Service from Opening Walls, Electrical Moved, Maximized Storage and Space, Painting, Fixtures and Aesthetic Wood Details on Ceilings and Walls, Gourmet Modern Kitchen with Quartzite Tops, Backsplash, Flooring Tile, and Furnishings with Interior Design. Let us Help you create your Dream Space for your lifestyle.

Jester Estates Remodel

GDK Remodeling

Design ideas for a large modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Cuisine moderne sur mesure

Artmeuble

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern galley open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, limestone splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Beecroft House

Architechnik

Gallery Kitchen with limestone benchtop and splashback
This is an example of a large modern galley kitchen in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, dark wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, grey splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Cuisine sobre et épurée

Cuisinata

Notre client souhaitait transformer cette pièce de 7 mètres carrés en une cuisine fonctionnelle, avec un grand plan de travail, suffisamment de rangements et un design alliant élégance et sobriété. Nous avons donc opté pour la brillance d'un blanc pur avec des poignées intégrées, et l'effet pierre du plan travail et la de la crédence.

Transitional Modern

Cuomo Construction, Inc

Kitchen
Inspiration for a modern kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Apartment BA

Carina Vaz Interiors

APARTMENT | BA Gray, wood, and blue are the main colors in the apartment redesign located in Copacabana in Rio de Janeiro. The owner wanted to create a modern atmosphere and have a large room with access to the kitchen, but without it being an open concept completely. Our solution was to create large wooden sliding doors that allowed immediate access to the main living and dining area as well as access to the kitchen. This helped achieve a fully-integrated look between the two spaces, yet can both be sealed off to create a more intimate and private space. The color palette matches with the personality of the owner, and blue was the fundamental color. We chose blue to add a dynamic life to the space as well as tie into the existing art pieces the owner already had.

Tropee

L'Agence BLEU

Cette cuisine moderne révèle un design épuré alliant fonctionnalité et esthétisme. Les fenêtres panoramiques offrent une vue urbaine imprenable, tout en baignant la pièce d'une ambiance lumineuse. Le parquet en bois ajoute une touche chaleureuse, contrastant avec l'îlot central en gris. Des chaises design entourent une table minimaliste, idéale pour des repas conviviaux. L'éclairage élégant, composé de lampes suspendues modernes, complète cet espace, tandis que le garde-corps blanc sépare subtilement la cuisine du niveau supérieur. Grâce à un rangement intégré et à de l'électroménager encastré, tout est à portée de main. Le plafond haut et les détails architecturaux font de cette architecture intérieure contemporaine un véritable chef-d'œuvre de design.

Wolsey Drive - Kingston upon Thames

Metre Squared Architecture

Ground floor extension of an end-of-1970s property. Making the most of an open-plan space with fitted furniture that allows more than one option to accommodate guests when entertaining. The new rear addition has allowed us to create a clean and bright space, as well as to optimize the space flow for what originally were dark and cramped ground floor spaces.

Interior Design - Modernist Family Home

My-Studio Ltd

Bespoke kitchen larder within open plan kitchen design. Oak veneer interiors, drawers at lower level and spice racks in the doors.
Expansive modern galley open plan kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

South Buckinghamshire

True Blue Architecture

Design ideas for an expansive modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Buckinghamshire with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, copper benchtops, grey splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and brown benchtop.

dernier chantier renovation cuisine

INTERIEUREMENT-VOTRE

Inspiration for a modern single-wall separate kitchen in Lyon with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, limestone splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Rénovation d'un appartement à Nation - Paris 20e

Mise en scène - m2 | Architecture Intérieure

La cuisine est très petite. Le rouge vient réveiller l'appartement tout blanc.
Inspiration for a small modern l-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, grey splashback, white appliances, no island and limestone splashback.

Una cocina espaciosa y muy organizada

Interiores Santos Valencia

La península, con la proporción suficiente para permitir en su parte posterior la colocación de dos pequeños taburetes. En el lado opuesto y aprovechando el pasillo de entrada, las columnas nos permiten situar electrodomésticos y conseguir un gran espacio de almacenamiento.

Light Blue Cabinet

Leah Lapalme

Systemselement Leah Lapalme Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Montreal with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island and grey floor.

Interior furniture for the American client

HANÁK NÁBYTEK

Mid-sized modern galley open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Decoración Vivienda de Alquiler Barrio Salamanca

Interior Home Staging

Vivienda decorada para el alquiler. Cocina blanca moderna con isla. Acompaña el conjunto taburetes regulables en altura de madera de roble.
Inspiration for a small modern eat-in kitchen in Madrid with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, grey splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Modern Kitchen with Limestone Splashback 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!