Modern, open, bright kitchen in the city. Neutral colors and quality materials ensure longevity of this modern kitchen. Simple, high gloss, lacquered doors reflect the brightness from the nearby windows. Gorgeous marble slab countertops and back splash bring the wow-factor. The island with seating on the outside keep family and guests out of the work-area, but close and conversational. High-end Gaggenau appliances make this a true chef's kitchen with all the modern conveniences. The simple, European style is sleek and timeless.

Montreuil

Alexandra Gorla Architecture d'Intérieur

Nos clients nous ont demandé d'aménager 4 plateaux vides d'une construction en VEFA pour en faire une maison chaleureuse et conviviale où vivre en famille et accueillir leurs amis. Les 4 étages étaient relativement petits (40M2 chacun), aussi nous avons dû optimiser l'espace grâce à l'agencement de meubles sur mesure dont la cuisine

Frameless European Cabinets

Belsito Kitchens

Photo of a small contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Bondi Project

Blue Tea Kitchens and Bathrooms

Putting cabinetry along the back wall of our Condo project would have looked clumsy butted up against the window. Instead we made this otherwise awkward corner shine with a striking marble splash back to the ceiling. Keeping the upper cabinets white (which keeps the space open and spacious) adding a splash of colour below and hint of timber and brass means that this small kitchen is not small on style.

CHUECA

SALTO proyectos

This is an example of a small modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, white appliances, marble floors, no island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Nos Réalisations

Abyss Rénovation & Abyss Clim

cuisine facade placage chene, plan de travail marbre noir
Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Marseille with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, grey floor, black benchtop and wood.

White Shaker with Quartz - Richmond

Ryson Renovations LLC

Photo of a small modern galley eat-in kitchen in Richmond with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Contemporary Kitchen

This is an example of a small contemporary galley kitchen in Oxfordshire with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, brown splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Elevated Custom Kitchen Remodel With Timeless Appeal

CliqStudios

Design ideas for a small modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Navy Blue Kitchen

Page Lumber, Millwork, & Building Supplies

Inspiration for a small traditional eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Downtown Art Deco

Maven Home Interiors

Remodeled kitchen for a 1920's building. Includes a single (paneled) dishwasher drawer, microwave drawer and a paneled refrigerator. Open shelving, undercabinet lighting and inset cabinetry.

Brooklyn Townhouse

Shenton Architects LLP

This Queen Anne style five story townhouse in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn is one of a pair that were built in 1887 by Charles Erhart, a co-founder of the Pfizer pharmaceutical company. The brownstone façade was restored in an earlier renovation, which also included work to main living spaces. The scope for this new renovation phase was focused on restoring the stair hallways, gut renovating six bathrooms, a butler’s pantry, kitchenette, and work to the bedrooms and main kitchen. Work to the exterior of the house included replacing 18 windows with new energy efficient units, renovating a roof deck and restoring original windows. In keeping with the Victorian approach to interior architecture, each of the primary rooms in the house has its own style and personality. The Parlor is entirely white with detailed paneling and moldings throughout, the Drawing Room and Dining Room are lined with shellacked Oak paneling with leaded glass windows, and upstairs rooms are finished with unique colors or wallpapers to give each a distinct character. The concept for new insertions was therefore to be inspired by existing idiosyncrasies rather than apply uniform modernity. Two bathrooms within the master suite both have stone slab walls and floors, but one is in white Carrara while the other is dark grey Graffiti marble. The other bathrooms employ either grey glass, Carrara mosaic or hexagonal Slate tiles, contrasted with either blackened or brushed stainless steel fixtures. The main kitchen and kitchenette have Carrara countertops and simple white lacquer cabinetry to compliment the historic details.

Emerson St. Kitchen Renovation

TVL Creative Ltd.

With a baby on the way and old cabinets falling apart at the seams, a kitchen remodel was the number one priority for our clients in their charming, historic Denver home. It was essential to make the kitchen feel more spacious and open, while still maintaining it’s original footprint and privacy from the rest of the house. Cabinets on three out of four walls caved into the center of the kitchen, making it feel small and difficult for even two people to be moving about! By eliminating cabinetry on the west wall, we were able to not only make the kitchen feel bigger and brighter, but we also revealed the characteristic exposed brick that was hiding behind a string of cabinets! The brick wall adds so much character and, paired with the wainscoting, is a beautiful nod to the home’s historic charm. As passionate cooks and hosts, it was crucial for our clients to have an island to utilize the counter space for prepping food and having a place for friends or family to sit and chat while they cooked a meal. Small but mighty, the island is the center of attention with a beautiful black walnut butcher block countertop, cabinets for storage, and seating for three! Our favorite feature in this kitchen sits just above the gas range; the custom wood surround on the range hood was handcrafted onsite as the final finishing touch. The elements of the natural wood, soft French grey cabinets, satin brass hardware and intricate marble herringbone backsplash all come together on this one wall, giving you a moment of cohesive glee. We are thrilled with the transformation, and our clients are elated to have a beautiful new kitchen for their new, growing family.

Reforma integral de apartamento en Córdoba

POA Estudio

En la cocina se emplea la misma materialidad de mármol y madera contrachapada de pino que funciona de hilo conductor en la reforma integral de la vivienda.

Hampden Modern

EastWing Architects

Photography by Coral Dove
Small modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Baltimore with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Eastchester Kitchen

A&B Contracting Co.

Chastity Cortijo
Small transitional u-shaped kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Rénovation totale d'un bel appartement - Paris 9ème

Mon Concept Habitation

Cet appartement parisien joue la carte de la sobriété et de l’élégance. La cuisine blanche est une valeur sûre et impressionne par ses rangements malins. Quelques touches de couleurs ponctuent l’espace et apportent de la profondeur. Une rénovation réalisée avec brio !

Whimsical Cottage Complete Renovation

Woodstock Cabinet Company

This is an example of a small transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey benchtop, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Rénovation complète d'un appartement | Paris 7e

Marie-Laure Tesi

Cuisine blanche de la marque HOWDENS avec une belle crédence en marbre noir en pose chevron. Une colonne technique et une colonne frigo le tout qui se fond parfaitement au mur pour une cuisine ouverte sur le salon.

Modern Euro Luxury Kitchen - Historic Fairview District Phoenix

Jen the Builder

White oak slab door cabinets, Emtek edge pulls, marble penny tile backsplash from counter to ceiling, wood plank floors, sub zero appliances
Photo of a small modern galley separate kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Small Kitchen with Marble Splashback 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!