Photo of a small modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Kitchen 2

RS | MANNINO Architecture + Construction

Iris Bachman Photography
Photo of a small transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, beige floor, medium hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Del Rey Residence

AAHA Studio

Kitchen
Design ideas for a small modern galley eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Tennessee Tudor Kitchen

Standard Kitchen & Bath

Design ideas for a small transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with medium hardwood floors, beige floor, a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances and a peninsula.

Lynnhurst Kitchen

Inspired Spaces LLC

Shultz Photo and Design
Inspiration for a small arts and crafts galley open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, soapstone benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Upcycled Kitchen in Arlington VA

Design Milieu

Stacy Zarin-Goldberg
Photo of a small contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Miller Kitchen

Turan Designs, Inc.

Transitional Small Space White Kitchen
Small transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and green benchtop.

Midcentury Home Addition and renovation

Donald Lococo Architects

The kitchen was designed two years ago and was then erased and redesigned when the world became a different place a year later. As everyone attempted to flatten the curve, our goal in this regard was to create a kitchen that looked forward to a sharp curve down and of a happier time To that promise for happier times, the redesign, a goal was to make the kitchen brighter and more optimistic. This was done by using simple, primary shapes and circular pendants and emphasizing them in contrast, adding a playful countenance. The selection of a dynamic grain of figured walnut also contributes as this once-living material and its sinuous grain adds motion, rhythm, and scale. Proud of their 1970s home, one challenge of the design was to balance a 1970's feel and stay current. However, many ‘70s references looked and felt outdated. The first step was a changed mindset. Just like the return of the ‘40s bath and the retro movement a few years ago, every era returns in some way. Chronologically, the '70s will soon be here. Our design looked to era-specific furniture and materials of the decade. Figured walnut was so pervasive in the era: this motif was used on car exteriors such as the 1970 Town and Country Station Wagon, which debuted the same year the existing home was built. We also looked at furniture specific to the decade. The console stereo is referenced not only by high legs on the island but also by the knurled metal cabinet knobs reminiscent of often-used stereo dials. Knurled metalwork is also used on the kitchen faucet. The design references the second piece of '70s furniture in our modern TV tray, which is angled to face the television in the family room. Its round pencil and mug holder cutouts follow the design of walnut consoles and dashboard of the station wagon and other elements of the time.

Dream Loft

Ajoku Studios

Inspiration for a small modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Miami with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, no island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

One-wall kitchen project

SOVA

Our new one-wall kitchen project. This simple layout is space efficient without giving up on functionality. Area 22 sq.m.
Small modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Dublin with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

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.

Yellow handleless kitchen

Puccini Kitchens

Handleless and effortlessly chic, this kitchen is a testament to the seamless union of aesthetics and practicality. Each detail is meticulously crafted to create a harmonious culinary space. Equipped with top-of-the-line Siemens ovens, this kitchen boasts cutting-edge technology to elevate our client’s cooking experience to a new level. We also understand that storage is key to a functional kitchen, and we’ve found the perfect balance in this masterpiece. We used a combination of open and closed storage to ensure the essentials are always within reach, while maintaining a clutter-free and organised workspace. But it doesn’t stop there. We maximised the use of large glass doors that open to the garden, inviting natural light to dance across the space and creating a warm, inviting atmosphere. Adding a touch of artistic flair, we’ve incorporated colourful glass transoms into the design, infusing the space with a playful yet sophisticated charm. These accents create a vibrant interplay of light and colour and add immediate interest to the space. Our latest kitchen project is a symphony of style, functionality, and creativity. Feeling inspired by this beautiful space? Visit our projects page for more design ideas.

CASA B

doppiozero

Photo of a small modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Florence with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, beige floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Pietra Di Cardoso Grigio In-Side Collection

Ollin Stone

The great traditional Italian architectural stones: Porfido, Piasentina, Cardoso. These materials have been popular since the age of antiquity due to their strength, hard-wearing resistance and at the same time their outstanding styling appeal. They are the inspiration for the IN-SIDE series. The series is named after the state-of-the-art technology with which Laminam was able to quash another paradigm of ceramic surfaces, creating a body and surface continuity in the slabs.

Elevation Road

Massey Design Group

This home's plentiful views of San Diego Bay provided much inspiration for the colors, tones and textures in this kitchen. Design details include porcelain tile backsplash, soapstone countertops, floating wood shelves and a custom butcher block top for the island.

Reforma integral de un piso de 40m2 en Madrid

StudioMadera s.l.

Small scandinavian u-shaped open plan kitchen in Madrid with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and white benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse

Christine Donner Kitchen Design Inc.

A view from the entryway, looking across the sink area and into the dining space. This is the sole window in the space.
Design ideas for a small transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, marble floors, no island, beige floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Stilvoll genutzte Nischen in der Schräge

Ellerbrock "Bad und Küche" GmbH

Die dritte Arbeitsplatte in der U-förmigen Ballerina-Küche ist das Plus für diverse Küchenutensilien. Die Dachschräge stört dabei nicht, sondern gibt wohnliches Flair für den Raum. Das ergänzte Wandregal nimmt Lebensmittel griffbereit auf und bietet Müsligläsern, Speisezutaten und Gewürzen ausreichenden und übersichtlichen Platz.

TGA HOME

Tommaso Giunchi Architetti

La cucina affaccia sull'ingresso della casa con una penisola con fuochi in linea della Smeg. Cappa in acciaio sospesa. Pannellatura della cucina in laminato multicolore. Soppalco sopra ingresso con letto ospiti. Scaletta vintage di accesso al soppalco. Piano del top e lavabi in corian. Paraspruzzi in vetro retro-verniciato.

Woods Kitchen Remodel

Bombeck Design

Design ideas for a small scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Small Kitchen with Beige Floor 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!