Coburg Frieze is a purified design that questions what’s really needed. The interwar property was transformed into a long-term family home that celebrates lifestyle and connection to the owners’ much-loved garden. Prioritising quality over quantity, the crafted extension adds just 25sqm of meticulously considered space to our clients’ home, honouring Dieter Rams’ enduring philosophy of “less, but better”. We reprogrammed the original floorplan to marry each room with its best functional match – allowing an enhanced flow of the home, while liberating budget for the extension’s shared spaces. Though modestly proportioned, the new communal areas are smoothly functional, rich in materiality, and tailored to our clients’ passions. Shielding the house’s rear from harsh western sun, a covered deck creates a protected threshold space to encourage outdoor play and interaction with the garden. This charming home is big on the little things; creating considered spaces that have a positive effect on daily life.

Contemporary Kitchen

This is an example of a small contemporary galley separate kitchen in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, marble floors, no island, white floor, white benchtop and panelled appliances.

Upper East Side Residence

DesignbyRuchi

Design ideas for a small contemporary galley separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, marble floors, no island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Earthy Mackay House

Cathie Hong Interiors

This 1956 John Calder Mackay home had been poorly renovated in years past. We kept the 1400 sqft footprint of the home, but re-oriented and re-imagined the bland white kitchen to a midcentury olive green kitchen that opened up the sight lines to the wall of glass facing the rear yard. We chose materials that felt authentic and appropriate for the house: handmade glazed ceramics, bricks inspired by the California coast, natural white oaks heavy in grain, and honed marbles in complementary hues to the earth tones we peppered throughout the hard and soft finishes. This project was featured in the Wall Street Journal in April 2022.

Dutch colonial

reDesign home | chicago

Small transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Greenwich Street

Liza Kuhn Interiors

Photo of a small traditional separate kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Morgan Creek Estate

Herlong Architects

Small beach style galley kitchen pantry in Charleston with a drop-in sink, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Holmberg Park

Erika Jayne Design Build

A conceptual kitchen design in Arlington, Virginia with decor and materials inspired by African art, handicrafts and organic materials juxtaposted with modern lines, materials, and fixtures. Floating marble shelves are used in lieu of wall cabinets to allow for easy-access to kitchenware and to display decorative items and cookbooks.

Montclair Sanctuary

Tina Montemayor Design

Design ideas for a small midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, black benchtop and exposed beam.

Presidio Heights Wow! Kitchen

Integrated Resources Group

Tiffany also added a second top row of cabinets to increase storage space while adhering to HOA footprint restrictions. And since function and accessibility for all family members was important, a small utility cabinet with ladder was added for easy access to the higher areas. The ceiling’s ball pendant with yoke hanger construction offers dramatic and decorative elements that play off luxurious Breccia Capraia marble that extends up the backsplash and around the window.

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HOOOME

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Santa Barbara Spanish

Design

The discerning use of classic materials creates a timeless classic look in this 1920's kitchen remodel.
Inspiration for a small mediterranean galley separate kitchen in Santa Barbara with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, red floor and white benchtop.

Riverdale Project

Two Birds Design

Blue evokes the sea and the sky, it creates a familiar and comforting feeling that conforms to the style of any once dull kitchen.
This is an example of a small traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Toronto with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and white benchtop.

Contemporary Kitchen Design Ideas

Everingham Design

Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Columbus with an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, grey floor, white benchtop and flat-panel cabinets.

80 John Street Residence

Ronnette Riley Architect

Design ideas for a small transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Lucca in Woodhaven

Dragon Seed Interior Design Inc.

Design ideas for a small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Edmonton with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop, an undermount sink, marble benchtops and ceramic splashback.

Paryz Residence

ROSE ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION

Stunning grey on grey kitchen renovation.
This is an example of a small modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, a peninsula, white floor and white benchtop.

Notting Hill Refurbishment

Pia Design

Photography by Richard Chivers. Project copyright to Ardesia Design.
This is an example of a small modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, light hardwood floors, no island and white benchtop.

Arlington Square

BLOCK Design & Build

chris snook
This is an example of a small scandinavian single-wall kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, matchstick tile splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Gallagher Kitchen

Christina Lane

Inspiration for a small country kitchen in New York with glass-front cabinets, marble benchtops, white appliances, with island, white benchtop, dark wood cabinets and white splashback.

Small Kitchen with Marble Benchtops 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!