Christopher Frederick Jones
Design ideas for a large modern kitchen in Brisbane with an undermount sink, porcelain floors, multiple islands, grey floor, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, black appliances and beige benchtop.

Oceanside Island

Cabinets & Designs

On the second island, Wood-Mode's Custom Cabinets in a Linear Recessed Door Style, Maple Wood and Aqua Shade finish. The stainless steel pull drawer pulls and coordinating stainless steel Blanco faucet and sink complete the modern look.

CSTB HOUSE

Tommaso Giunchi Architetti

isola con piano snack in marmo collemandina Cucina di Key Cucine
Inspiration for a large modern galley open plan kitchen in Milan with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, multiple islands, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Modern Villa

HAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles

Modern Kitchen opens to two-story space, south window wall, and adjacent breakfast nook - Old Northside Historic Neighborhood, Indianapolis - Architect: HAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles - Builder: ZMC Custom Homes

LAKE MAGDALENE RESIDENCE

Jill Lifsey Designs

Photo of a large modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Tampa with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, multiple islands, beige floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Double Island Kitchen

Fratantoni Design / Residential Architects

This all-white, marble kitchen has extra cabinet space with double islands.
This is an example of an expansive modern u-shaped kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, multiple islands, grey floor and white benchtop.

Bold & Beckoning Modern Kitchen Addition and Renovation

House of L

A traditional Georgian home receives an incredible transformation with an addition to expand the originally compact kitchen and create a pathway into the family room and dining area, opening the flow of the spaces that allow for fluid movement from each living space for the young family of four. Taking the lead from the client's desire to have a contemporary and edgier feel to their home's very classic facade, House of L worked with the architect's addition to the existing kitchen to design a kitchen that was incredibly functional and gorgeously dramatic, beckoning people to grab a barstool and hang out. Glossy macassar ebony wood is complimented with lacquered white cabinets for an amazing study in contrast. An oversized brushed nickel hood with polished nickel banding makes a presence on the feature wall of the kitchen. Brushed and polished nickel details are peppered in the landscape of this room, including the cabinets in the second island, a storage cabinet and automated hopper doors by Hafele on the refrigeration wall and all of the cabinet hardware, supplied and custom sized by Rajack. White quartz countertops by Hanstone in the Bianco Canvas colorway float on all the perimeter cabinets and the secondary island and creates a floating frame for the Palomino Quartzite that is a highlight in the kitchen and lends an organic feel to the clean lines of the millwork. The backsplash area behind the rangetop is a brick patterned mosaic blend of stone and glass, while surrounding walls have a layered sandstone tile that lend an incredible texture to the room. The light fixture hanging above the second island is by Wells Long and features faceted metal polygons with an amber gold interior. Woven linen drapes at window winks at the warmer tones in the room with a lustrous sheen that catches the natural light filtering in. The rift and sawn cut white oak floors are 8" planks that were fitted and finished on site to match the existing floor in the family and dining rooms. The clients were very clear on the appliances they needed the kitchen to accommodate. In addition to the vast expanses of wall space that were gained with the kitchen addition the larger footprint allowed for two sizeable islands and a host of cooking amenities, including a 48" rangetop, two double ovens, a warming drawer, and a built-in coffee maker by Miele and a 36" Refrigerator and Freezer and a beverage drawer by Subzero. A fabulous stainless steel Kallista sink by Mick De Giulio's series for the company is fitted in the first island which serves as a prep area, flanked by an Asko dishwasher to the right. A Dorenbracht faucet is a strong compliment to the scale of the sink. A smaller Kallista stainless sink is centered in the second island which has a secondary burner by Miele for overflow cooking. Jason Miller, Pixelate

William Hamilton Arthur Architect, Inc. Projects

William Hamilton Arthur Architect, Inc.

I designed the exterior of this Miami Beach home while employed at WHA Design in 2014. The owner very skillfully selected the furnishings and finishes.

Burr Ridge Modern

Derrick Architecture

A symmetrical kitchen opens to the family room in this open floor plan. The island provides a thick wood eating ledge with a dekton work surface. A grey accent around the cooktop is split by the metallic soffit running through the space. A smaller work kitchen/open pantry is off to one side for additional prep space.

A Modern Kitchen with Contemporary Styling

J&J Carpet One Floor & Home

To integrate a contemporary coastal design element, the Caicos Blue Beach Glass Mosaic in the color Teal from Marazzi was selected for both the kitchen and wet bar backsplash.

Jobs Lane, Bridgehampton, NY

Arclinea NY

Photo of a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands and beige floor.

Cammeray HIA 2014 Kitchen of the year

Art of Kitchens Pty Ltd

Designing a modern kitchen that does not look like a kitchen might seem an impossible task, but Art of Kitchens took on the challenge and created a striking room in this lovely Cammeray home. The brief was simple: create a functional kitchen that doesn’t necessarily look like a kitchen that integrates well with the surrounding rooms and to accommodate the owners’ love of cooking and entertaining.

Oasis Drive

North Coast Design

Large kitchen with walk in scullery. Top Snap Melville - Kylie Richardson
Large modern u-shaped kitchen pantry in Perth with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, multiple islands, white floor and black benchtop.

Private Residence

Meister-Cox Architects, PC

Design by Meister-Cox Architects, PC. Photos by Don Pearse Photographers, Inc.
This is an example of a large modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, multiple islands and black floor.

Mirage Hardwood Flooring

Burroughs Hardwoods Inc.

Burroughs Hardwoods Inc.
Large modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and multiple islands.

HOUSE F Renovation I

SHUSAKU MATSUDA & ASSOCIATES, ARCHITECTS

Shusaku Matsuda & Associates, Architects
Expansive modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Oakley Home Builders

Design ideas for a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Backlit Miterfolded Quartzite project

Sheppard's Countertops

Eric Elberson
Photo of an expansive modern u-shaped separate kitchen in New Orleans with a farmhouse sink, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, multiple islands, shaker cabinets and white floor.

Desert Paradise - Kitchen

Regency Custom Homes

This Desert Mountain gem, nestled in the mountains of Mountain Skyline Village, offers both views for miles and secluded privacy. Multiple glass pocket doors disappear into the walls to reveal the private backyard resort-like retreat. Extensive tiered and integrated retaining walls allow both a usable rear yard and an expansive front entry and driveway to greet guests as they reach the summit. Inside the wine and libations can be stored and shared from several locations in this entertainer’s dream.

Cuisine verrière Design

Adeline Pays

Cet appartement a été acheté par sa propriétaire en VEFA, donc sur plan, 3 ans avant qu'il ne soit livré. Les retards dus à la Covid ont compliqués l'organisation du chantier. La réception avec le promoteur a été décalé plusieurs fois. Il a fallu, à la fois anticipé la création des nouveaux espaces (en accord avec le promoteur, et donc, modifier les plans de construction), ainsi que la fabrication des éléments sur mesure pour être prêt dès la remise des clefs. Problématiques du plan initial : - salle de bain intégrant les wc / normes PMR donc beaucoup d'espace perdu - une chambre très en longueur et donc trop grande - un espace de vie devant intégrer le salon / la salle à manger et la cuisine. - peu de rangement. Le concept du projet a été le suivant : - Réorganiser le plan d'agencement de l'appartement pour gagner en praticité et en rangement. La chambre a donc été réduite et une pièce dressing totalement indépendante a été créée. Le wc a été séparé, un espace lave main invité dans une alcôve a été imaginé et la salle de bain ré agencée. La cuisine a été mise en valeur grâce à une verrière aux formes courbes délimitant les espaces. La cliente habite à la campagne, quand elle n'est pas à Paris. Cet appartement a une vue magnifique sur la butte Montmartre et le Sacré Cœur. L'élément fort de cet appartement est sa verrière qui a été imaginé comme une cage à oiseaux reprenant l'esprit Guimard, par sa forme et ses courbes. La crédence est une mosaïque reprenant des formes de plumes. Les meubles des pièces d'eau ont été créés entièrement. On a intégré du cannage, du bambou et réutilisé la teinte des façades de cuisine de chez Plum afin d'avoir une harmonie globale dans l'ensemble de l'appartement. Ainsi Il s'agit d'un clin d'œil à la fois à Montmartre et à la campagne chère à la cliente.

Modern Kitchen with multiple Islands 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!