This is an example of a small modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Organic White Caesarstone Quartz Kitchen

Boston Counters

This is an example of a large modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Cooper River Contemporary

DLB Custom Home Design

Ellis Creek Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Charleston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Vittoria White Della Terra Quartz collection Kitchen Countertop

Arizona Tile

Victoria White Della Terra Quartz collection kitchen countertop from Arizona Tile.
Large modern eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with with island, quartz benchtops and white benchtop.

Midway Hollow

Urbanology Designs

- Accent colors /cabinet finishes: Sherwin Williams Laurel woods kitchen cabinets, Deep River, Benjamin Moore for the primary bath built in and trim.
Photo of a large modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, white splashback and white benchtop.

Kitchen Refresh

Everything Home

Our studio reimagined this kitchen to make it suitable for entertaining family and friends. We altered the layout to an open-concept floor plan and changed the yellowish paint to a beautiful white, creating a bright, airy vibe. The elegant dark wood floors were retained, and complementary design elements were added to make the flooring pop. The stunning countertops perform a dual function as backsplash tiles, creating a harmonious ambiance in the space. We added gorgeous chairs and stylish pendants with a gold finish that adds a glamorous touch. We carved a beautiful home bar in the space with open concept shelving and charcoal black lower cabinets for storage. The star feature in this area is the backsplash tile in geometric patterns, which add a sophisticated, luxe element. ---Project completed by Wendy Langston's Everything Home interior design firm, which serves Carmel, Zionsville, Fishers, Westfield, Noblesville, and Indianapolis. For more about Everything Home, see here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/

McLean Custom Home

c|s DESIGN STUDIO LLC

Photo Credit Stylish Productions
Photo of a large modern kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Modern House in Kingsgate - Kitchen

Shepel Homes - Kitchen and Bath

We used an open floor plan for the kitchen and dining, with both being part of the great room together with the living room. For this contemporary gray kitchen and dining, we used flush cabinet surfaces to achieve a minimalist and modern look. The backsplash is made with beautiful 3” x 16” light gray tiles that perfectly unite the white wall cabinets and the darker gray base cabinets. This monochromatic color scheme is also evident on the white dining table and countertops, and the gray and white chairs. We opted for an extra large kitchen island that provides an additional surface for food preparation and having quick meals. The modern island pendant lights serve as the functional centerpiece of the kitchen and dining area.

Los Altos Colonial

Henrybuilt Seattle

Inspiration for a large modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Modern Apartment Upgrade in Cobble Hill

Crown Woodworking Corp

Small modern galley eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, white splashback, subway tile splashback, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Homestead

6degree Millwork

This is an example of a large modern kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

PROJET MS - Du Havre

L'ATELIER VĒ

Inspiration for a small modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Montreal with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

Rénovation d'un appartement de 45m²

ChefdeChantier.fr

Design ideas for a modern galley kitchen in Paris with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, a peninsula, white floor and white benchtop.

Quartz Countertops

Sea Pointe Design & Remodel

A quartz countertop by Vadara
Modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and white benchtop.

Kitchen 3D Design

Design Dude inc

This basement kitchen is a harmonious blend of modern sophistication and practical functionality. The monochromatic color scheme sets a sleek and contemporary tone, with pristine white cabinets offering a bright contrast against the deep, charcoal black countertop. The cabinetry provides ample storage space, ensuring a clutter-free and organized cooking area. Its white finish not only creates a sense of openness but also reflects light, making the basement kitchen feel more spacious and inviting. The star of the show is the luxurious charcoal black countertop, which stretches gracefully along the kitchen's perimeter. Its matte surface adds an element of depth and texture, while its dark hue perfectly complements the black appliance finishes, creating a cohesive and striking design. Black appliance finishes, including the refrigerator, stove, and microwave, seamlessly integrate into the cabinetry, enhancing the kitchen's sleek and unified appearance. Their glossy surfaces add a touch of elegance and modernity to the space. Ample under-cabinet lighting highlights the countertop's texture and provides functional task lighting, making meal preparation a breeze. Pendant lights with a dark finish hang above the island, adding a stylish focal point and creating a warm and intimate atmosphere. The combination of black and white elements in this basement kitchen design exudes timeless elegance while offering the convenience of modern appliances and ample storage. Whether it's a cozy space for family meals or a hub for entertaining guests, this kitchen combines aesthetics and practicality to create a welcoming and stylish culinary haven in the basement.

Longmead, Guildford

Saffron Interiors Ltd

Saffron Interiors Project - Longmead Guildford. Taransey smooth painted shaker in 'Sumburgh Midnight' with Carrara Extra white quartz worktops, splashback and shelving.

Villa in stile moderno minimalismo 2019.

KOSMOSADESIGN

il Soggiorno si trova in una villa moderna costruita nel 2019. Gli ampi spaziosi aperti sembrano quasi sempre costosi. Ma è molto sbagliato seguire lo stile senza tener conto dei suoi dettagli importanti. Ci sono alcune preoccupazioni nel rendere gli spazi minimalisti ostentatamente vuoti, come i magazzini di costosi mobili minimalisti, o costringere il cliente a camminare per chilometri preparando la colazione o rinunciando a comodi gadget quotidiani. Un grande spazio con un minimo di mobili non significa automaticamente uno stile minimalista. Qual è lo stile del minimalismo? 1. La composizione e la forma diventano le principali. 2. Il numero di sfumature di colori sta diminuendo. Questi colori non sono necessariamente freddi. 3. I componenti principali dell'interno o dell'edificio (finestre, porte, scale) sono privi di dettagli e hanno contorni uniformi e chiari. Sono nascosti o loro meccanismi non sono visibili. 4. Gli articoli per la casa possono essere numerosi, ma trovano il loro posto in armadi nascosti e sistemi di di stoccaggio. 5. Le attrezzature e i sistemi di supporto vitale della casa sono integrati nella composizione degli interni. 6. L'ergonomia è calcolata al millimetro, l'attrezzatura è moderna e non richiede il più possibile frequenti interventi per la sua manutenzione. 7. Il minimalismo moderno tende ai materiali naturali e alla compatibilità ambientale, combinati con le alte tecnologie che proteggono la natura. 8. Gli oggetti e alcuni dettagli interni come una sedia o un tavolo sembrano molto semplici, sono incorporati o fanno parte della composizione e non sono considerati elementi separati. 9. Una parte molto importante dello stile minimalismo è molto spesso l'ambiente e la natura. La vista dalla finestra "entra" nell'interno, costituendo spesso la parte più importante della composizione. 10. Per enfatizzare lo stile vengono utilizzati grandi dettagli che contrastano con l'interno generale, ma si adattano perfettamente alla composizione.

Glenroy Project

Riki S. Design

Stunning kitchen as part of a new construction project. This kitchen features two tone kitchen cabinets, a pantry wall, 10 ft island and a coffee station.

Willo District Modern Kitchen Remodel

Jen the Builder

Straight Stacked backsplash tile, slim shaker full overlay cabinets, soft close drawers, quartz countertops, waterfall edge island, edge pull cabinet hardware, Bertazoni appliances

Constitution Rd, West Ryde

Papallo Kitchens

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mirror splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, yellow floor and white benchtop.

Modern Kitchen with White Benchtop 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!