Coastal interior design by Jessica Koltun, designer and broker located in Dallas, Texas. This charming bungalow is beach ready with woven pendants, natural stone and coastal blues. White and navy blue charcoal cabinets, marble tile backsplash and hood, gold mixed metals, black and quartz countertops, gold hardware lighting mirrors, blue subway shower tile, carrara, contemporary, california, coastal, modern, beach, black painted brick, wood accents, white oak flooring, mosaic, woven pendants.

Beachwood Canyon Kitchen

LA Dwelling Inc

This small kitchen and dining nook is packed full of character and charm (just like it's owner). Custom cabinets utilize every available inch of space with internal accessories

116 Mulberry, Bellaire TX 77401

Silvan Homes

Courtesy of Vladimir Ambia Photography
Design ideas for a large mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, yellow splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Hilltop House

G. Christianson Construction, Inc.

This custom home, sitting above the City within the hills of Corvallis, was carefully crafted with attention to the smallest detail. The homeowners came to us with a vision of their dream home, and it was all hands on deck between the G. Christianson team and our Subcontractors to create this masterpiece! Each room has a theme that is unique and complementary to the essence of the home, highlighted in the Swamp Bathroom and the Dogwood Bathroom. The home features a thoughtful mix of materials, using stained glass, tile, art, wood, and color to create an ambiance that welcomes both the owners and visitors with warmth. This home is perfect for these homeowners, and fits right in with the nature surrounding the home!

Shaker & Slab Mix & Match

Enns Cabinetry Inc.

Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, engineered quartz splashback, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Burr Ridge Kitchen Remodel - By Leslie Lee at Normandy Remodeling

Leslie Lee

Large mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

High Road

KBC by Benjamin Sullivan

Midcentury Kitchen in Palm Springs CA. Cabinet Design By KBC. Cabinets and Appliances sold by KBC. Tile, Plumbing Fixtures, Counter Tops and Interior Decoration by H3K

Blue & Oak Kitchen

Enigma Design

Beautiful modern kitchen finished in white oak and F&B Hague Blue. Silestone Yukon worktops. Steven Jones
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dublin with flat-panel cabinets, quartzite benchtops, laminate floors and yellow splashback.

Dining Room / Kitchen

Midlake Builders

Photo of a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Contemporary Apartment Renovation

Revamper Interior Design

The Kitchen forms the center piece of this contemporary apartment renovation in Manly Vale. Green is a colour that is really on trend in Interior Design at the moment. Green evokes emotions of calm and relaxation which helps create a welcoming and serene home environment. Coupled with the layered textural elements in the form of the Zellige style tiles, custom door profiles and ribbed timber paneling this kitchen is bold yet refined and interesting from every angle.

Crescent Estate

L. Lumpkins Architect, Inc.

Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, yellow splashback, panelled appliances, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Traditional Kitchen

Meg Mooney

Inspiration for a small traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, no island and beige floor.

La Canada Kitchen

Talianko Design Group, LLC

The kitchen was a full remodel which incorporated all new high-end appliances like a 48” Sub Zero refrigerator and Thermador cooktop and ovens. Bead board was added to the ceiling and a heavy crown molding adds detail to the transitional kitchen. The cabinets are painted Swiss coffee by Benjamin Moore, which contrast against the brown granite and creamy subway tile backsplash. A custom mosaic is the centerpiece of the kitchen, adding an organic element. The refrigerator and dishwasher are paneled to help conceal the appliances. A wine fridge was incorporated into the peninsula. Pendants add extra light to peninsula where there is bar stools for extra seating. Photography by: Erika Bierman

Westlight House

McClellan | Tellone

Benjamin Benschneider
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, yellow splashback, glass tile splashback, an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Live Oak #2

Brodie Builders

This is an example of a midcentury u-shaped kitchen in Austin with coloured appliances, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets and yellow splashback.

Debra Kay George Interiors

Large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

A Splash of Yellow

Next Stage Design + Build

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and timber.

Reclaimed Timber & Elegant Brass

Sheffield Sustainable Kitchens

We designed this cosy grey family kitchen with reclaimed timber and elegant brass finishes, to work better with our clients’ style of living. We created this new space by knocking down an internal wall, to greatly improve the flow between the two rooms. Our clients came to us with the vision of creating a better functioning kitchen with more storage for their growing family. We were challenged to design a more cost-effective space after the clients received some architectural plans which they thought were unnecessary. Storage and open space were at the forefront of this design. Previously, this space was two rooms, separated by a wall. We knocked through to open up the kitchen and create a more communal family living area. Additionally, we knocked through into the area under the stairs to make room for an integrated fridge freezer. The kitchen features reclaimed iroko timber throughout. The wood is reclaimed from old school lab benches, with the graffiti sanded away to reveal the beautiful grain underneath. It’s exciting when a kitchen has a story to tell. This unique timber unites the two zones, and is seen in the worktops, homework desk and shelving. Our clients had two growing children and wanted a space for them to sit and do their homework. As a result of the lack of space in the previous room, we designed a homework bench to fit between two bespoke units. Due to lockdown, the clients children had spent most of the year in the dining room completing their school work. They lacked space and had limited storage for the children’s belongings. By creating a homework bench, we gave the family back their dining area, and the units on either side are valuable storage space. Additionally, the clients are now able to help their children with their work whilst cooking at the same time. This is a hugely important benefit of this multi-functional space. The beautiful tiled splashback is the focal point of the kitchen. The combination of the teal and vibrant yellow into the muted colour palette brightens the room and ties together all of the brass accessories. Golden tones combined with the dark timber give the kitchen a cosy ambiance, creating a relaxing family space. The end result is a beautiful new family kitchen-diner. The transformation made by knocking through has been enormous, with the reclaimed timber and elegant brass elements the stars of the kitchen. We hope that it will provide the family with a warm and homely space for many years to come.

Heather Remodel

GCC Designs

Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, tile benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, vinyl floors, no island, beige floor and yellow benchtop.

Farm House Charm

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen

Guest Bath, Shower Only, Travertine Shower Walls, Furniture Style Vanity, Decorative Mirror, Showplace Wood Cabinet, Showplace Cherry Cabinet, Granite Countertop, Travertine Backsplash, Green Walls, Sconce Lighting, Travertine Floor, Kohler toilet

U-shaped Kitchen with Yellow 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!