This is an example of a mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, orange floor and beige benchtop.

Spanish Remodel

Interior Archaeology

Kitchen
Expansive mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Modern Classic

Cornerstone Builders Inc

Amy Pearman, Boyd Pearman Photography
Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

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William French Home Improvements

Large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with with island, a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Kitchens

Bradford & Kent Home Remodeling

This sleek, contemporary kitchen is a piece of art. From the two story range hood with its angled window to the flat paneled cabinets with opaque glass inserts to the stainless steel accents, this kitchen is a showstopper.

Pristine in the Country

Construction by Meyer

One of the crucial aspects of the remodel was ensuring that everything had its place. The large kitchen was meticulously organized to provide ample storage space while keeping the country cottage feel intact. Custom-made cabinets and drawers were designed to accommodate her vast collection of dishware, carefully displaying it as if it were a work of art.

Country Club Kitchen

Sharer Design Group LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Silver Project

instockcabinets.com

Inspiration for a large u-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Lincoln Square Kitchen Refurbishment

Mike Rataczak Studios

Small contemporary u-shaped kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Flawless Farmhouse

Fresh Air Designs, Inc.

This stunning English farmhouse kitchen is the definition of classic charm. The neutral tones of the beaded inset beige cabinetry are perfectly accented by the antique brass hardware. Complete with a paneled cabinet door for the refrigerator, the simplicity of this kitchen is focused on the large open and inviting design. WIth blending complementary colors, this farmhouse kitchen is understated yet crisp in its presentation of beauty.

Traditional Kitchen - Howell, MI

User

Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with with island, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

The Slate Run Kitchen

The Creative Kitchen Company

Taking this kitchen from outdated to fully upgraded! A kitchen make-over that includes beautiful new dark wood cabinets, subway tile backsplash and granite countertops to give it a more contemporary, clean feel and still integrate with the style of the rest of the home. Taking this kitchen beyond the aesthetic to include smart storage details like the easy glide pot drawers and and roll out spice cabinets to make this kitchen both smart and beautiful!

Жк Лахта Плаза

Zina Malysheva

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Saint Petersburg with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Apartamento en el barrio de La Latina

id.real

Design ideas for a scandinavian u-shaped kitchen in Madrid with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Riverside

Jennifer Radakovic Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Richmond with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

ELEGANTE Y SOFISTICADO

Slow & Chic - Interiorismo

Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped open plan kitchen in Madrid with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, limestone splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, a peninsula, brown floor and beige benchtop.

VS Designs Projects

VS Designs Inc.

Small transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Portage Bay New Home Build

BrightWork Builders

Inspiration for a scandinavian u-shaped kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Traditional French Country Kitchen Remodel

The Cleary Company

Photo of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Quail West 2

Kunstlerstone dba Coastal Stone

Traditional u-shaped kitchen in Other with quartzite benchtops, travertine floors, a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, panelled appliances, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

U-shaped Kitchen with Beige Benchtop 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!