This Queen Anne style five story townhouse in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn is one of a pair that were built in 1887 by Charles Erhart, a co-founder of the Pfizer pharmaceutical company. The brownstone façade was restored in an earlier renovation, which also included work to main living spaces. The scope for this new renovation phase was focused on restoring the stair hallways, gut renovating six bathrooms, a butler’s pantry, kitchenette, and work to the bedrooms and main kitchen. Work to the exterior of the house included replacing 18 windows with new energy efficient units, renovating a roof deck and restoring original windows. In keeping with the Victorian approach to interior architecture, each of the primary rooms in the house has its own style and personality. The Parlor is entirely white with detailed paneling and moldings throughout, the Drawing Room and Dining Room are lined with shellacked Oak paneling with leaded glass windows, and upstairs rooms are finished with unique colors or wallpapers to give each a distinct character. The concept for new insertions was therefore to be inspired by existing idiosyncrasies rather than apply uniform modernity. Two bathrooms within the master suite both have stone slab walls and floors, but one is in white Carrara while the other is dark grey Graffiti marble. The other bathrooms employ either grey glass, Carrara mosaic or hexagonal Slate tiles, contrasted with either blackened or brushed stainless steel fixtures. The main kitchen and kitchenette have Carrara countertops and simple white lacquer cabinetry to compliment the historic details.

Emerson St. Kitchen Renovation

TVL Creative Ltd.

With a baby on the way and old cabinets falling apart at the seams, a kitchen remodel was the number one priority for our clients in their charming, historic Denver home. It was essential to make the kitchen feel more spacious and open, while still maintaining it’s original footprint and privacy from the rest of the house. Cabinets on three out of four walls caved into the center of the kitchen, making it feel small and difficult for even two people to be moving about! By eliminating cabinetry on the west wall, we were able to not only make the kitchen feel bigger and brighter, but we also revealed the characteristic exposed brick that was hiding behind a string of cabinets! The brick wall adds so much character and, paired with the wainscoting, is a beautiful nod to the home’s historic charm. As passionate cooks and hosts, it was crucial for our clients to have an island to utilize the counter space for prepping food and having a place for friends or family to sit and chat while they cooked a meal. Small but mighty, the island is the center of attention with a beautiful black walnut butcher block countertop, cabinets for storage, and seating for three! Our favorite feature in this kitchen sits just above the gas range; the custom wood surround on the range hood was handcrafted onsite as the final finishing touch. The elements of the natural wood, soft French grey cabinets, satin brass hardware and intricate marble herringbone backsplash all come together on this one wall, giving you a moment of cohesive glee. We are thrilled with the transformation, and our clients are elated to have a beautiful new kitchen for their new, growing family.

Rénovation totale d'un bel appartement - Paris 9ème

Mon Concept Habitation

Cet appartement parisien joue la carte de la sobriété et de l’élégance. La cuisine blanche est une valeur sûre et impressionne par ses rangements malins. Quelques touches de couleurs ponctuent l’espace et apportent de la profondeur. Une rénovation réalisée avec brio !

Curtis Park Kitchen and Bath Design & Remodel

Casci DesignWorks Inc.

Vertical pull-out spice drawer/storage
Mid-sized traditional galley separate kitchen in Sacramento with black cabinets, marble benchtops, marble splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, panelled appliances, with island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Meridian Kitchen/Master

Emergent Construction

Whonsetler Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Indianapolis with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Butler's Kitchen

Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling

We love this butler's pantry and scullery featuring white kitchen cabinets, double ovens, a farm sink and wood floors.
Inspiration for an expansive traditional galley separate kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Lake Minnetonka Chateau

John Kraemer & Sons

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Architecture: Sharratt Design | Landscaping: Yardscapes | Photography: Landmark Photography
Design ideas for an expansive traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Foxhall Road

Thorsen Construction

Thorsen Construction is an award-winning general contractor focusing on luxury renovations, additions and new homes in Washington D.C. Metropolitan area. In every instance, Thorsen partners with architects and homeowners to deliver an exceptional, turn-key construction experience. For more information, please visit our website at www.thorsenconstruction.us .designer, Southern Kitchens.

Modern Euro Luxury Kitchen - Historic Fairview District Phoenix

Jen the Builder

White oak slab door cabinets, Emtek edge pulls, marble penny tile backsplash from counter to ceiling, wood plank floors, sub zero appliances
Photo of a small modern galley separate kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Kitchen Design - Piedmont, CA

Story & Space Interior Design

Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Woodbury

Sterling Construction

This is an example of a mid-sized modern galley separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, with island, white floor, white benchtop and wood.

Pelham Arts + Crafts

Innate Studio - Architecture & Design

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped separate kitchen with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Heights Road

JK interior living

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Dauphine St

MLM INCORPORATED

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in New Orleans with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen - Center Hall "Glamonial"

Hierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLC

All white Transitional kitchen with Calacatta Gold slab marble counter tops, island (with waterfall edge) and range backsplash. Black and brass fixtures and accents provide an elegant finishes and diagonal coffered ceiling and light hardwood flooring provide warmth to this beautiful kitchen. Architect: Hierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLC Interior Designer: JSE Interior Designs Builder: True North Photographer: Adam Kane Macchia

Ashdale Lane

Mark Langos Interior Design

Photo: Meghan Bob Photo
Large country l-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Venice Beach House

JENNIFER GIERSBROOK INTERIOR DESIGN

Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, white floor, wood benchtops, marble splashback and porcelain floors.

Cozy and Colorful Gramercy Condo

STUDIO ENVIE

Emma Tannenbaum Photography
Design ideas for a small transitional galley separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and grey floor.

Saint Petersbourg

SQUARE RENOVATION

Inspiration for a large l-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, cement tiles, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen

Kasper Custom Home Remodeling

Plenty of statuary marble, polished nickel, and white make this kitchen a traditional style lover's dream.
Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Separate Kitchen with Marble 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 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!