Sarah Afflerbach
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Raleigh with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors and with island.

Installation for Paramount Builders (Bismarck, ND)

Fabricators Unlimited

Countertop Material: Quartz Brand: LG Viatera Color: Quartet Installation in Bismarck, ND for 2017 Spring Parade of Homes
Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and shaker cabinets.

Kitchen renovation London Bridge

MAKING THE WORLD BEAUTIFUL

Out kitchen renovation makes small spaces look bigger with better placements and a stunning hand-brushed floor
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, mosaic tile splashback, black appliances, cement tiles and no island.

The White House

McAtamney Cabinets

A stunning white kitchen with shaker doors and cupboards, white caesar stone tops (cosmopolitan white) and dainty knobs. Functionality meets style... as prep space and storage were key to the design. Photo by @karalway

Kitchens

Turner Troxell Company

Photo of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Baltimore with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Beaded Flush Inset

Stanley Wood Products, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Cocina en color rosa

Paulina Aleshkina Fotografía

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Bohemian Family Room

ITECTDESIGN LLC.

a fresh bohemian open kitchen design. this design is intended to bring life and color to its surroundings, with bright green cabinets that imitate nature and the fluted island front that creates a beautiful contrast between the elegant marble backsplash and the earthiness of the natural wood. this kitchen design is the perfect combination between classic elegance and Boho-chic. A small dining area overlooking a beautiful backyard with clean lines and natural materials.

Kitchen Cabinets Revived

Jil Gordon Creative, Inc.

Dated medium brown walnut cabinets were transformed to a softer cream and inlay antique through special paint and glazes.
This is an example of a large traditional galley kitchen pantry in Other with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Landhausküche Shabby Chic

BEER GmbH Küchen

Eine Küche mit einem Sammelsurium an wunderbaren Dingen. Eine Hommage an die Nostalgie, ohne dabei altbacken zu wirken.
Mid-sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Munich with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, white appliances, marble floors and no island.

Casa di Alfonso

Gianluca Manna

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Naples with a double-bowl sink, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white appliances, porcelain floors, no island, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Satin White Kitchen with Pearl Blue Granite

Kitchen Magic

A typical New England style kitchen, beaming in Satin White with a traditional Kershaw style door. Cabinet refacing decked out this kitchen giving it new life. The Blue Pearl granite countertops, a new island and splashes of turquois accents renew and refresh with a contemporary vibe. Max Holiver Photography

Kitchen renovation London Bridge

MAKING THE WORLD BEAUTIFUL

Despite the layout of this kitchen, the renovation made way for an open window to let the kitchen feel spacious and open.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, mosaic tile splashback, black appliances, cement tiles and no island.

Custom range hood

Custom Builders of Oklahoma

Custom kitchen with lots of custom woodwork, cabinets & range hood with shabby chic style. Large island with sink, opens to breakfast nook.
Large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Oklahoma City with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island and brown floor.

The White House

McAtamney Cabinets

A stunning white kitchen with shaker doors and cupboards, white stone tops and dainty knobs. Functionality meets style... as prep space and storage were key to the design. Photo by @karalway

White Shaker-Style Cabinets in Vintage Industrial Farmhouse Kitchen by Darash

By Darash - Kitchen Cabinets, Vanities & Closets

Open concept kitchen - mid-sized shabby-chic style single-wall with island medium tone wood floor, brown floor and vaulted ceiling open concept kitchen in Austin with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, wood backsplash, white appliance panels, and black countertops to contrast, bringing you the perfect shabby-chic vibes.

Värlinge Gamla Mejeri

Fotograf Jonas Norén

Inspiration for a large traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Malmo with wood benchtops, white splashback, brick floors, with island, red floor, a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, subway tile splashback and brown benchtop.

VIVIENDA MALLORCA

The Room Studio

Proyecto realizado por The Room Studio Fotografías: Mauricio Fuertes
This is an example of a large traditional single-wall open plan kitchen in Barcelona with a double-bowl sink, white cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

katy texas

Elite Fine Finish

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Houston with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors and with island.

Beaded Flush Inset

Stanley Wood Products, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Shabby-Chic Style Kitchen with a Double-bowl Sink 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 Shabby-Chic Style 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!