Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Burlington with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone benchtops, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors and with island.

French Country Kitchen

Southern Cabinet Works

With a sweeping, open view of the dining area this casually glamorous eat-in kitchen is grounded by rich brick floors. Very Southern inspired, the light cream painted cabinetry keeps the open flow. Punctuating the beautiful brick floors the mint green island adds a pop of color that takes the space from great to beautifully unique!

Whitefish Modern

Liv4 Architecture

Scott Amundson
Photo of a mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and dark wood cabinets.

Mid Continent Cabinetry

Norm's Bargain Barn

Mid Continent Cabinetry: Princeton Arch Door Style in Briarwood Maple with a Black Glaze and Cambria Countertops (Columbia, Illinois)
Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in St Louis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Modern Bamboo Kitchen Design

Bilotta Kitchen & Home

A convergence of sleek contemporary style and organic elements culminate in this elevated esthetic. High gloss white contrasts with sustainable bamboo veneers, run horizontally, and stained a warm matte caramel color. The showpiece is the 3” bamboo framing around the tall units, engineered in strips that perfectly align with the breaks in the surrounding cabinetry. So as not to clutter the clean lines of the flat panel doors, the white cabinets open with touch latches, most of which have lift-up mechanisms. Base cabinets have integrated channel hardware in stainless steel, echoing the appliances. Storage abounds, with such conveniences as tray partitions, corner swing-out lazy susans, and assorted dividers and inserts for the profusion of large drawers. Pure white quartz countertops terminate in a waterfall end at the peninsula, where there’s room for three comfortable stools under the overhang. A unique feature is the execution of the cooktop: it’s set flush into the countertop, with a fascia of quartz below it; the cooktop’s knobs are set into that fascia. To assure a clean look throughout, the quartz is continued onto the backsplashes, punctuated by a sheet of stainless steel behind the rangetop and hood. Serenity and style in a hardworking space. This project was designed in collaboration with Taylor Viazzo Architects. Photography by Jason Taylor, R.A., AIA. Written by Paulette Gambacorta, adapted for Houzz Bilotta Designer: Danielle Florie Architect: Taylor Viazzo Architects Photographer: Jason Taylor, R.A., AIA

Proshek Townhouse

Skapar Design Build

Alyssa Lee Photography & Lynn Peterson Photography
Small traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with multi-coloured splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Spacious White Kitchen

John Mast Construction, Inc.

Located in Orchard Housing Development, Designed and Constructed by John Mast Construction, Photos by Wesley Mast
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island and brown floor.

Loft 10ème

Agnès & Agnès architecture

Baptiste Lignel
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, no island and yellow splashback.

Traditional Kitchen

This is an example of a small traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with granite benchtops, raised-panel cabinets, beige splashback, an undermount sink, stone tile splashback, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Mid Century inspired kitchen & utility.

Culshaw Kitchen Makers

This Mid Century inspired kitchen was manufactured for a couple who definitely didn't want a traditional 'new' fitted kitchen as part of their extension to a 1930's house in a desirable Manchester suburb. Sliding cupboards painted in Little Greene - Bright Bronze Green also house the electronic components of the media and entertainment system. A projector screen descends from above at the touch of a button for the full cinematic experience. Photo: Ian Hampson

Lokdepot Berlin

Popstahl Ralf Weißheimer

Zeile mit Edelstahl Arbeitsplatte, eingeschweißte Spüle, Fotograf Jan Kulke
Photo of a contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Berlin with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

Kitchen Storage

A Plus Cabinets, Inc.

Adriana Ortiz
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, metallic splashback, matchstick tile splashback, white appliances, ceramic floors and no island.

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

Mid Century inspired kitchen & utility.

Culshaw Kitchen Makers

This Mid Century inspired kitchen was manufactured for a couple who definitely didn't want a traditional 'new' fitted kitchen as part of their extension to a 1930's house in a desirable Manchester suburb. Practicality: A place for everything in the kitchen was on their wish list. This Set of 4 solid oak drawers behind 2 drawer fronts contains everything the keen cooks needed right where they needed it. Photo: Ian Hampson

Applewood Atomic Kitchen

TVL Creative Ltd.

When a client tells us they’re a mid-century collector and long for a kitchen design unlike any other we are only too happy to oblige. This kitchen is saturated in mid-century charm and its custom features make it difficult to pin-point our favorite aspect! Cabinetry We had the pleasure of partnering with one of our favorite Denver cabinet shops to make our walnut dreams come true! We were able to include a multitude of custom features in this kitchen including frosted glass doors in the island, open cubbies, a hidden cutting board, and great interior cabinet storage. But what really catapults these kitchen cabinets to the next level is the eye-popping angled wall cabinets with sliding doors, a true throwback to the magic of the mid-century kitchen. Streamline brushed brass cabinetry pulls provided the perfect lux accent against the handsome walnut finish of the slab cabinetry doors. Tile Amidst all the warm clean lines of this mid-century kitchen we wanted to add a splash of color and pattern, and a funky backsplash tile did the trick! We utilized a handmade yellow picket tile with a high variation to give us a bit of depth; and incorporated randomly placed white accent tiles for added interest and to compliment the white sliding doors of the angled cabinets, helping to bring all the materials together. Counter We utilized a quartz along the counter tops that merged lighter tones with the warm tones of the cabinetry. The custom integrated drain board (in a starburst pattern of course) means they won’t have to clutter their island with a large drying rack. As an added bonus, the cooktop is recessed into the counter, to create an installation flush with the counter surface. Stair Rail Not wanting to miss an opportunity to add a touch of geometric fun to this home, we designed a custom steel handrail. The zig-zag design plays well with the angles of the picket tiles and the black finish ties in beautifully with the black metal accents in the kitchen. Lighting We removed the original florescent light box from this kitchen and replaced it with clean recessed lights with accents of recessed undercabinet lighting and a terrifically vintage fixture over the island that pulls together the black and brushed brass metal finishes throughout the space. This kitchen has transformed into a strikingly unique space creating the perfect home for our client’s mid-century treasures.

Larchmont, NY

Leicht Westchester-Greenwich

This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, solid surface benchtops, coloured appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Farmhouse-Inspired Kitchen Remodel

Housewright Construction Inc.

Tom Bryer
Design ideas for a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Burlington with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

South Church Remodel

Boardman Construction Inc.

Boardman Construction
Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Yellow handleless kitchen

Puccini Kitchens

Handleless and effortlessly chic, this kitchen is a testament to the seamless union of aesthetics and practicality. Each detail is meticulously crafted to create a harmonious culinary space. Equipped with top-of-the-line Siemens ovens, this kitchen boasts cutting-edge technology to elevate our client’s cooking experience to a new level. We also understand that storage is key to a functional kitchen, and we’ve found the perfect balance in this masterpiece. We used a combination of open and closed storage to ensure the essentials are always within reach, while maintaining a clutter-free and organised workspace. But it doesn’t stop there. We maximised the use of large glass doors that open to the garden, inviting natural light to dance across the space and creating a warm, inviting atmosphere. Adding a touch of artistic flair, we’ve incorporated colourful glass transoms into the design, infusing the space with a playful yet sophisticated charm. These accents create a vibrant interplay of light and colour and add immediate interest to the space. Our latest kitchen project is a symphony of style, functionality, and creativity. Feeling inspired by this beautiful space? Visit our projects page for more design ideas.

Sophisticated Sleek Stainless Steel Kitchen

Gail Green Interiors

Sleek stainless steel open kitchen for a family with cooking, prep, sitting, desk, dining, and reading areas.
Inspiration for an expansive modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, limestone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, with island and multi-coloured floor.

Yellow Eat-in Kitchen 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!