Inspiration for an expansive beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Contemporary Kitchen

Jason Ball Interior Design

This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Kitchen Projects

Wyder Horizons Construction Ltd.

This is an example of a large modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Vancouver with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Classic Design on Rolling Hills

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Design ideas for an expansive traditional single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, medium hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and coffered.

Cedarvale meets New York

Geometra Design Ltd.

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Toronto with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop and coffered.

Fairview French Villa

Bohannon Design Team

Inspiration for a large u-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and coffered.

The Library

AFT Construction

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Coastal Custom Home Build | Boca Raton

Hanna Homes

The classic white kitchen gets a pop of color! From the bright blue island to the stunning glass backsplash, we love this bright, bold, and welcoming space.

South Kline Way

BKC Kitchen and Bath

What an impact the removal of walls makes! This once galley-style kitchen is now a spacious great room, blending kitchen with dining and living spaces to create a beautiful, cohesive design. David Bradley Cabinetry: Linen and Sand finishes on Delani door style. Kitchen design by Jennie Showers, in partnership with HS Design Build. Photography by homeowner.

Kitchen and Kitchen Island

Stickland Wright Architects + Interiors

open plan kitchen dining table rattan chairs rattan pendant marble fire place antique mirror sash windows glass pendant sawn oak kitchen cabinet door corian fronted kitchen cabinet door marble kitchen island bar stools engineered wood flooring brass kitchen handles mylands soho house wall colour sash windows automatic blinds

Altrincham County House Kitchen - Bespoke Shaker Kitchen, Hand-crafted Kitchen

Drew Forsyth & co

We are proud to present this breath-taking kitchen design that blends traditional and modern elements to create a truly unique and personal space. Upon entering, the Crittal-style doors reveal the beautiful interior of the kitchen, complete with a bespoke island that boasts a curved bench seat that can comfortably seat four people. The island also features seating for three, a Quooker tap, AGA oven, and a rounded oak table top, making it the perfect space for entertaining guests. The mirror splashback adds a touch of elegance and luxury, while the traditional high ceilings and bi-fold doors allow plenty of natural light to flood the room. The island is not just a functional space, but a stunning piece of design as well. The curved cupboards and round oak butchers block are beautifully complemented by the quartz worktops and worktop break-front. The traditional pilasters, nickel handles, and cup pulls add to the timeless feel of the space, while the bespoke serving tray in oak, integrated into the island, is a delightful touch. Designing for large spaces is always a challenge, as you don't want to overwhelm or underwhelm the space. This kitchen is no exception, but the designers have successfully created a space that is both functional and beautiful. Each drawer and cabinet has its own designated use, and the dovetail solid oak draw boxes add an elegant touch to the overall bespoke kitchen. Each design is tailored to the household, as the designers aim to recreate the period property's individual character whilst mixing traditional and modern kitchen design principles. Whether you're a home cook or a professional chef, this kitchen has everything you need to create your culinary masterpieces. This kitchen truly is a work of art, and I can't wait for you to see it for yourself! Get ready to be inspired by the beauty, functionality, and timeless style of this bespoke kitchen, designed specifically for your household.

Pasadena, MD Luxurious Large Kitchen Remodel

Cabinet Discounters, Inc.

This kitchen features Brighton Cabinetry with Hampton door style and Maple Cashmere color. The countertops are Calacatta Taj Q Quartz.
Inspiration for a large u-shaped open plan kitchen in Baltimore with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and coffered.

COCINA ABIERTA

DCORE

Cocina abierta al espacio del salón con una pequeña isla y zona de trabajo.
Mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Madrid with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor, black benchtop and coffered.

Westport Avenue Beach House

Donald William Fairbanks Architect, P.C.

Modern black and white kitchen
Photo of a mid-sized modern galley open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, glass benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and coffered.

A Hint of Coastal Elegance

Collins DuPont Design Group

Designed by Amy Coslet & Sherri DuPont Photography by Lori Hamilton
Design ideas for an expansive mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands, brown floor, recessed-panel cabinets, dark hardwood floors, beige benchtop and coffered.

The Woodlands- Hinsdale

Plain & Posh

This stunning home is a combination of the best of traditional styling with clean and modern design, creating a look that will be as fresh tomorrow as it is today. Traditional white painted cabinetry in the kitchen, combined with the slab backsplash, a simpler door style and crown moldings with straight lines add a sleek, non-fussy style. An architectural hood with polished brass accents and stainless steel appliances dress up this painted kitchen for upscale, contemporary appeal. The kitchen islands offers a notable color contrast with their rich, dark, gray finish. The stunning bar area is the entertaining hub of the home. The second bar allows the homeowners an area for their guests to hang out and keeps them out of the main work zone. The family room used to be shut off from the kitchen. Opening up the wall between the two rooms allows for the function of modern living. The room was full of built ins that were removed to give the clean esthetic the homeowners wanted. It was a joy to redesign the fireplace to give it the contemporary feel they longed for. Their used to be a large angled wall in the kitchen (the wall the double oven and refrigerator are on) by straightening that out, the homeowners gained better function in the kitchen as well as allowing for the first floor laundry to now double as a much needed mudroom room as well.

Cuisine vert amande et bois, granit tempest

Raison Home - Corentin CELKA

Magnifique rénovation pour cette cuisine. Nous avons redistribuer les espaces pour plus de confort d'usage, ajouter des rangements. Le choix d'un modèle de meuble Italien sans poignées à été une évidence pour ses lignes épurée, ce qui confère une harmonie visuelle. Un granit noir avec quelques veines blanches pour une ambiance haut de gamme. Nous avons également été chercher une hauteur visuelle avec l'installation d'une hotte de plafond combiné à une crédence toute hauteur en verre trempé.

Never Too Small

Atelier BC

Scandinavian design kitchen with stainless steel appliances. White quartz/laminam countertop and stainless steel kitchen sink and faucet.
Photo of a small scandinavian single-wall open plan kitchen in Vancouver with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, no island, beige floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Expansive Decadent Waterfront

Annie Santulli Designs

A dream home in every aspect, we resurfaced the pool and patio and focused on the indoor/outdoor living that makes Palm Beach luxury homes so desirable. This gorgeous 6000-square-foot waterfront estate features innovative design and luxurious details that blend seamlessly alongside comfort, warmth, and a lot of whimsy. Our clients wanted a home that catered to their gregarious lifestyle which inspired us to make some nontraditional choices. Opening a wall allowed us to install an eye-catching 360-degree bar that serves as a focal point within the open concept, delivering on the clients' desire for a home designed for fun and relaxation. The wine cellar in the entryway is as much a bold design statement as it is a high-end lifestyle feature. It now lives where an expected coat closet once resided! Next, we eliminated the dining room entirely, turning it into a pool room while still providing plenty of seating throughout the expansive first floor. Our clients’ lively personality is shown in many of the details of this complete transformation, inside and out.

Y developments

Diane Berry Kitchens

this stunning and fresh room is both smart and homely, the oak floors add that welcoming charm and the soft tones and kitchen units bring function and style.

Open Plan Kitchen with Coffered 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 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!