An entertainer's dream kitchen with a large walk-in butler's pantry with a built-in wine fridge. This kitchen has a 48" fridge and freezer, a 48" Wolf range, a beverage fridge, ice maker, two dishwashers, a coffee maker and a microwave.

Complete Home Remodel

American Home Improvement Inc.

This modern contemporary kitchen offers continuous countertops and ample cabinet storage creating an easy and convenient flow. It is made out of solid white cabinets with bronze hardware and accessories, white marble slab and matching backsplash to compliment the overall look of the kitchen.

Dogtrot kitchen

Drawing Dept

This is an example of a modern galley kitchen in Cincinnati with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, wood, white splashback and glass sheet splashback.

Natural Rift-Cut White Oak Modern Kitchen with Curvy Paneled Navy-Blue Island

Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.

The earthy ambiance of this cottage kitchen originates from the beautiful combination of rift-cut white oak cabinetry, warm white accents, and a luxurious navy-blue panelled island. Rift-cut white oak, a stunning and premium hardwood, showcases its distinctive linear grain pattern and light, neutral color, adding to the overall aesthetic. The pairing of rift-cut white oak cabinetry with a warm white range hood and quartz countertops infuses the space with warmth, texture, and a hint of elegance, elevating the design to a new level of sophistication.

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.

Large Scale Kitchen with Every Amenity for Serious Chefs

Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly, Inc. (CKD, CBD, CR)

This luxuriously elegant, large scale white kitchen design by Ken Kelly is in a spectacular home in historic Oyster Bay, New York. The challenge was to include every amenity while merging the latest in kitchen technology with the warmth and coziness of home. We sought to create a large, open-spaced, and very organized kitchen for a family of chefs who frequently entertain on a large scale. All the cooks were involved in the design discussions throughout the process, and each person’s unique perspective was incorporated into the final design. The kitchen’s center island has an enormous amount of storage space with flawless, well- designed drawer configurations. If there was an inch available, we used it to perfect the design. The huge countertop gives the family plenty of room to work together when prepping meals and cooking for parties.

Mountain Modern Lake House

Judd Builders

This is an example of a mid-sized modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and wood.

A Sustainable Kitchen

Emilia Decor

In this kitchen, my client who has a career in sustainability and is an avid outdoorswoman, gave me this challenge: Can we renovate my kitchen using recycled materials? Challenge Accepted! The tile made from recycled tile, the cabinets are made from recycled plastic bottles and cabinet pulls are handcrafted in the USA from recycled steel! While the original layout of the kitchen was a galley kitchen, we made some small tweaks to the layout to maximize storage and counters-space.

Werthan Lofts Penthouse

GELYN

Custom End Grain wood floor with poplar wood dropped ceiling and concrete countertops. The raised floor and dropped ceiling anchor the kitchen within the large open space.

Before & After Shaker White Kitchen

Bliss Cabinets

Large kitchen remodel using Shaker White Cabinets & ZLINE appliances from Bliss Cabinets. Homeowner saved over $35,000 by using Bliss
Expansive modern u-shaped kitchen in Cleveland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop and wood.

Mid Century Modern Update

Outside Architecture

This is an example of an expansive modern u-shaped kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop and wood.

Prospect House

Swivel Interiors

Inspiration for a modern kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and wood.

Conroe Lake House

Kennedy Architecture

Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, black floor, black benchtop and wood.

Cabin Black

Cabin One

Inspiration for a small modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Berlin with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, linoleum floors, grey floor and wood.

Complete Home Remodel

American Home Improvement Inc.

Luxurious Fjord Blue and Oak Kitchen in Wilstone

Audus Kitchens

For this project, we used our exquisite range of Anti-fingerprint cabinets in Fjord Blue, and Havana Oak finishes. The sleek and modern look of the cabinets is beautifully complemented by the 20mm Ag Calacatta Luxo worktop in the kitchen, supplied by our trusted partner, Algarve. The utility area boasts the stunning Audus Havana Oak Laminate worktop, perfectly contrasting the kitchen area. Our choice of appliances for this project includes Siemens, Bora, Blanco and Quooker - all of which are renowned for their quality, efficiency and durability. The appliances have been seamlessly integrated into the kitchen design, adding to the overall aesthetic appeal of the space. The large open-plan kitchen has been thoughtfully designed to take full advantage of the stunning views of the open fields. The new corner bi-fold doors in the open-plan room seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living spaces, allowing for a truly immersive experience. The kitchen, walk-through pantry area and large utility provide ample storage and functionality, ensuring beautiful and practical space. Our client's objective was to create a family space that caters to the needs of a large family with returning members and grandchildren. The dedicated home entertainment and family gatherings areas have been integrated seamlessly into the design, providing the perfect setting for making lasting memories with loved ones. Found inspiration in our Wilstone project? Browse more of our projects to discover how we can create a bespoke kitchen that perfectly reflects your unique personality and style.

Rove

The Ranch Mine

Photos by Roehner + Ryan
Inspiration for a modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and wood.

Handleless L-shaped Kitchen Gold | Inspired Elements | London

Inspired Elements Ltd

Handleless L-shaped Kitchen in indigo blue colour & granite worktop finish and you may look at this Handleless Gold Kitchen.
Photo of a small modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble floors, yellow floor, white benchtop and wood.

Modern Italian Kitchen Long Island, NY

Elite Kitchen & Bath/Express Contracting

A professional on Long Island wanted a modern European kitchen that is functional, easy to maintain and sophisticated. We designed his kitchen with a high end Italian cabinetry brand known for their fantastic details and finishes. The combination of high gloss gray and rich brown cabinetry is the ultimate design statement in his condo.

Natural Rift-Cut White Oak Modern Kitchen with Curvy Paneled Navy-Blue Island

Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.

This dreamy kitchen space combines rift-cut white oak cabinetry, white accents and a rich navy-blue panelled island to create a modern and earthy ambience. The pendant lighting above the kitchen island create a bold focal point. We love how the kitchen island with curved corners offers open shelving!

Modern Kitchen with Wood 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!