Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Wollongong with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

The Dunes

Renovation Angel Interior Design Noosa

VJ two pack kitchen featuring handmade spanish aged subway tiles. Miele appliances, integrated fridge, induction cooking. Designer handles, feature shelving for cookbooks and crockery. Distinctive pendant lighting, above an amazing breakfast bar feature in the hub of this home.

Park Slope Townhouse Renovation

Studio Geiger Architecture

Allyson Lubow
Inspiration for a large transitional single-wall open plan kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

San Francisco residence

Knocknock

Full view of kitchen. Photography by Open Homes photography
Mid-sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, a single-bowl sink, light hardwood floors and with island.

Farm House Retreat

BKC of Westfield

BKC of Westfield
Small country single-wall separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, grey benchtop, with island and brown floor.

NICOLLET

Kate Roos Design LLC

With the wall between the kitchen and living room removed, the hood surround with it's subtle curves becomes a commanding focal point. Two islands, one for work and one for socializing, help define the space. The new oak floors throughout the first floor add a casual and inviting feel.

Parkmeadow

Clearcut Construction, Inc.

By removing the wall between the kitchen and living area, the family now has a open concept to gather and interact with guests. The double functioning doors lead to the clients existing patio allowing easy access to their outdoor entertaining space.

Open concept modern bungalow, Oakville ON

avenue design inc

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, with island, an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Boneca Apartment by Brad Swartz A

Fisher & Paykel

Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and white benchtop.

North Kensington

Such Designs

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and beige floor.

December

Andrew Sherman Photography

Open Kitchen. Photo by Andrew Sherman. www.AndrewSherman.co
Photo of a large beach style single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, light hardwood floors and with island.

Le Chesnay - Rénovation complète

Facil'Rénov

Rénovation complète d'un appartement de 45m².
This is an example of a small modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Paris with solid surface benchtops, white splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor, beige benchtop, a drop-in sink and flat-panel cabinets.

Charming French Country Renovation

By Design Interiors, Inc.

The kitchen is so light and refreshing. Designed with natural tones, custom Wood-Mode Cabinets, and a handcrafted range hood. The calming beiges and cream tones of the backsplash and primary cabinetry pair with the stunning blue/green granite countertop of the entertainment island for bold statement.

Hammersmith Colour consultation basement kitchen extension

Emilie Fournet Interiors

Colour consultation on a kitchen basement extension designed by Sam Tisdall Architects. Photos Richard Chivers
Design ideas for a large contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, light hardwood floors and with island.

Contemporary Kitchen

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Grossman Home

megro123

Granite countertops, wood floor, flat front cabinets (SW Iron Ore), marble and brass hexagonal tile backsplash. Galley butler's pantry includes a wet bar.

Morgan Creek Estate

Herlong Architects

Inspiration for a large beach style single-wall eat-in kitchen in Charleston with an undermount sink, marble benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Sala da pranzo

Valeriano

sala da pranzo
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Rome with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, yellow splashback, porcelain splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Winborn Whole Home Remodel

Bradford Custom Homes & Remodeling

This is an example of a large transitional single-wall open plan kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Maison Atelier - Restructuration d'une maison de ville - 150m2

Aezu Studio

Restructuration complète d'une maison de ville. ÉTAT DES LIEUX: Construite dans un ancien atelier, la maison s’élève sur trois niveaux + mezzanines. Idéalement située en plein centre ville, en secteur sauvegardé, elle est en bon état mais comporte des défauts. MISSION : Nous sommes intervenus pour repenser les espaces, maximiser la circulation de la lumière naturelle dans toute la maison, l'adapter au mode de vie des occupants. Ici, zoom sur la cuisine : Le style atelier d’origine a été conservé et réchauffé par le bois brut. Le mur en pierre d’origine a été mis en valeur ; du mobilier en acier noir a été dessiné sur mesure, de même que les façades des meubles en chêne lamellé-collé verni mat. Le plan de travail est en Dekton. Pierre, acier et chêne, un mariage réussi !

Single-wall Kitchen with Light Hardwood Floors 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!