Compact one bedroom flat with bold colours

Outdated one bedroom central property got uplifted and refreshed with vibrant colors and decorative walls with Oikos finishing techniques.
Inspiration for a small modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Berkshire with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, vinyl floors, no island, yellow floor and white benchtop.

Eclectic , fun and yet Timeless

TOC design & construction inc.

Interior Designer: Tania Scardellato - TOC design Photographer: Paul Cornett
Small traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Montreal with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, tile benchtops, brown splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances and terra-cotta floors.

Championnet

Studio Castille

Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, no island, black floor and beige benchtop.

Farmhouse Kitchen

www.WoodstockKitchens.com

Design ideas for a small country l-shaped separate kitchen in Burlington with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, tile benchtops, red splashback, terra-cotta splashback, coloured appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

Emile Zola 2

Olivia de Revel // 02R architecte d'intérieur

Small traditional single-wall separate kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island and red floor.

Shaker Archive and Character Oak

Sussex Kitchen and Bedrooms

Small traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, linoleum floors and a peninsula.

SmåHus Tiny House

Tiffany Israel

Galley kitchen with farmhouse kitchen sink, scalloped tile and induction cooktop
Photo of a small scandinavian galley open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, no island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Southwestern Kitchen in Jamison, PA

Lang's Kitchen & Bath

This kitchen renovation brings a taste of the southwest to the Jamison, PA home. The distinctive design and color scheme is brought to life by the beautiful handmade terracotta tiles, which is complemented by the warm wood tones of the kitchen cabinets. Extra features like a dish drawer cabinet, countertop pot filler, built in laundry center, and chimney hood add to both the style and practical elements of the kitchen.

Basic Kitchen Remodel in Plano, TX - AFTER

Thaddeus Drew Remodeling

Painted cabinets, new laminate countertops, updated backsplash and flooring, and moderately updated appliances created a much more appealing kitchen for this family.

CHARONNE

Tamara Tung

Cuisine avec éléments ikea personnalisée avec des zelliges traditionnels cuits au four, des carreaux de ciments anciens chinés par mes soins en Espagne, agrémenté d'un plan de travail conçu sur mesure en bois exotique. Création d'étagères sur mesure avec le même bois.

Terrene of New England Renovations

Boston Green Renovations

Design ideas for a small u-shaped separate kitchen in Boston with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Restructuration appartement 9ème

Nelson Architecture Interieure & Design

Design ideas for a small traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, green splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, terrazzo floors, green floor and white benchtop.

Eclectic , fun and yet Timeless

TOC design & construction inc.

Interior Designer: Tania Scardellato - TOC design Photographer: Paul Cornett
Design ideas for a small traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Montreal with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, tile benchtops, brown splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances and terra-cotta floors.

South Capitol Southwestern House

Pink Dwelling

Elisa Macomber
Inspiration for a small u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, granite benchtops, orange splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, orange floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Transitional shaker cherry kitchen

The King Design Group

Photo of a small transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and a peninsula.

Appartamento Centro Storico Formello - Roma

Gaia Rodolico Interior Design

foto: Cristina Bisà
This is an example of a small country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Rome with an integrated sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and brown floor.

Los Angeles, McConnell - Kitchen

Luxe Remodel

Avesha Michael
Inspiration for a small transitional galley separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Maple Glazed Kitchen

Harbour Towne Construction

This is an example of a small midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and green benchtop.

Aldrich Project

21st Century Kitchens

Kraftmaid Cabinets, Laminate countertops
Design ideas for a small traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, white appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Studio

Julie Rosier

Small l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, terra-cotta splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, no island and beige floor.

Small Kitchen with Terra-cotta 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!