Large modern l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and red benchtop.

Rosanna Property Presentation

Larkspur Lane Design

When selling your home, It can be a mistake to rip out an original kitchen or bathroom if it is in good condition, has all the mod cons people expect and can showcase the potential for future adaptation or renovations. This kitchen had been previously updated in the 1970s - as in wood grain bench tops and brown wall tiles - but had great storage, and the potential for further floor space by closing off two of the four doors into the room. So instead of demolishing and starting over, extra space was created for a dishwasher and open shelving for vintage kitchenalia to be displayed, new "retro" wall tiles, a vintage double sink, tapware, new bench tops and handles were added to bring back that cheery 1950s feel, while also improving function. Result? A kitchen that sold the house to some young mid century enthusiasts!

Contemporary Kitchen

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall separate kitchen in Hawaii with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, quartz benchtops, brown floor and red benchtop.

квартира в Филях

Design Interior Project

авторы: Михаил и Дмитрий Ганевич
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Moscow with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, white appliances, marble floors, multi-coloured floor and red benchtop.

Interior

Allan Edwards Builder Inc.

Large mediterranean l-shaped separate kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and red benchtop.

Glass Door and Open Display Cabinets

PB Kitchen Design

Mustard color cabinets with copper and teak countertops. Basque slate floor from Ann Sacks Tile. Project Location Batavia, IL
Design ideas for a small country galley separate kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, yellow cabinets, copper benchtops, yellow splashback, panelled appliances, slate floors, no island, shaker cabinets and red benchtop.

Urban Cultivator Design Gallery

Aitoro Appliance

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall separate kitchen in New York with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, grey floor and red benchtop.

Roth Showroom

David Heide Design Studio

Architecture & Interior Design: David Heide Design Studio
This is an example of a country u-shaped separate kitchen in Minneapolis with stainless steel appliances, red splashback, tile benchtops, beige cabinets, recessed-panel cabinets, a farmhouse sink, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and red benchtop.

Rutledge Avenue Remodel

Renaissance South Construction Co.

Holger Obenaus
Photo of a transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Charleston with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, glass-front cabinets and red benchtop.

Wood Kitchen with New Wood Interior Windows that Match

Renewal by Andersen of NJ-NY Metro

These wood interior windows we installed match the look and feel of this country kitchen perfectly! This entire home also got all new windows, a combination of white and wood throughout. Windows from Renewal by Andersen New Jersey

Modern Takeover

AV Architects + Builders

AV Architects + Builders Location: Arlington, VA, USA Our clients wanted us to leave the exterior of her Arlington home untouched to fit the neighborhood, but to completely modernize the interior. After meeting with them, we learned of their love for clean lines and the colors red and black. Our design integrated the three main areas of their home: the kitchen, the dining room, and the living room. The open plan allows the client to entertain guests more freely, as each room connects with one another and makes it easier to transition from one to the next.

Revueltas Kitchen / Cocina

Constructions/Construcciones San Miguel

Norberto Miguel Godinez Patlan fotografo, Cruz Ibarra carpintero, Felipe Estrada Plomero,
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Mexico City with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, red splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, with island, grey floor and red benchtop.

Appartement de plain pied à Sceaux

BAT & CO

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, red splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, light hardwood floors, brown floor, red benchtop, quartzite benchtops and subway tile splashback.

Mid-Century Tacoma Kitchen Remodel

Kirk Riley Design

Completely remodeled Mid-century classic kitchen with red quartz counters and large format glass tile backsplash. New floor plan allowed for twice as much prep space and created a focal point with induction range and exposed vent hood. Photography: Jeff Beck

APPARTEMENT BOURBON

VITTORIA RIZZOLI ARCHITECTE

Les portes sont en latté massif, laqué et satiné couleur DIMITI de FARROW AND BALL. La crédence et le plan de travail en QUARTZ rouge rappellent les couleurs présentes dans le salon. _ Vittoria Rizzoli / Photos : Cecilia Garroni-Parisi.

Big Springs at Northstar - 10

MWA, Inc.

Photographer: Ed Asmus
Photo of a large contemporary galley separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, slate floors, multi-coloured floor and red benchtop.

Brazilian Cherry (Jatoba) Wide Plank (Face Grain) Countertop

Hardwood Lumber Company

"There are a couple of moldings and a bit of painting to be done, but I think it's a great looking kitchen! Thanks Hardwood Lumber!" David
Mid-sized traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, wood benchtops, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, red benchtop, green cabinets and green splashback.

Blue LED Illuminated Contemporary Kitchen

Clarke - New England’s Sub-Zero & Wolf Showroom

This futuristic kitchen was designed by TRK Design in Marblehead, MA and featured at the Clarke Appliance Showroom in Milford, MA. This contemporary kitchen features a back lit white board with storage, Two Wolf Steam Ovens with Volcanic Rock Counter Space, and a custom Wolf Hood with blue LED Lighting.

Modern Kitchen Line

Abbot Hill Cabinetry, LLC

Photo of a large modern l-shaped separate kitchen in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, a peninsula, grey floor and red benchtop.

Kitchen Pantry Area

J.S.HURD DESIGN

Design ideas for a mid-sized u-shaped separate kitchen in Boston with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, red splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, no island, brown floor and red benchtop.

Separate Kitchen with Red 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 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!