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Classic Contemporary Orangery Kitchen | Ashurst House

Humphrey Munson

The key design goal of the homeowners was to install “an extremely well-made kitchen with quality appliances that would stand the test of time”. The kitchen design had to be timeless with all aspects using the best quality materials and appliances. The new kitchen is an extension to the farmhouse and the dining area is set in a beautiful timber-framed orangery by Westbury Garden Rooms, featuring a bespoke refectory table that we constructed on site due to its size. The project involved a major extension and remodelling project that resulted in a very large space that the homeowners were keen to utilise and include amongst other things, a walk in larder, a scullery, and a large island unit to act as the hub of the kitchen. The design of the orangery allows light to flood in along one length of the kitchen so we wanted to ensure that light source was utilised to maximum effect. Installing the distressed mirror splashback situated behind the range cooker allows the light to reflect back over the island unit, as do the hammered nickel pendant lamps. The sheer scale of this project, together with the exceptionally high specification of the design make this kitchen genuinely thrilling. Every element, from the polished nickel handles, to the integration of the Wolf steamer cooktop, has been precisely considered. This meticulous attention to detail ensured the kitchen design is absolutely true to the homeowners’ original design brief and utilises all the innovative expertise our years of experience have provided.

Walnut and painted kitchen made for entertaining

Stoneham Kitchens

The Whatmore family live in a detached five-bedroom house in the village of Great Amwell in Hertfordshire. Owners, Mr and Mrs Whatmore often have family guests to stay and enjoy entertaining and holding big parties. They therefore requested a kitchen that that would function well for these gatherings, while suiting the large space – an extension added to the back of their home. It was also important that their new kitchen would complement Mrs Whatmore’s pride and joy, the garden.

Large Kitchen Diner in Grey and Slate Grey Concrete Riva

Kutchenhaus Altrincham

Allambie House

theorganicmamas

Industrial kitchen Stainless steel pre-fab commercial pieces integrated with Ilve free standing 120cm oven. Stainless steel bench top with large storage drawers underneath. Mirrored splashback. Photography by Richard Whitbread

It started at Grand Designs

The Myers Touch

Keith met this couple from Hastings at Grand Designs who stumbled upon his talk on Creating Kitchens with Light Space & Laughter. A contemporary look was their wish for the new kitchen extension and had been disappointed with previous kitchen plan/designs suggested by other home & kitchen retailers. We made a few minor alterations to the architecture of their new extension by moving the position of the utility room door, stopped the kitchen island becoming a corridor and included a secret bookcase area which they love. We also created a link window into the lounge area that opened up the space and allowed the outdoor area to flow into the room with the use of reflected glass. The window was positioned opposite the kitchen island with cushioned seating to admire their newly landscaped garden and created a build-down above. The design comprises SieMatic Pure S2 collection in Sterling Grey, Miele appliances with 12mm Dekton worktops and 30mm Spekva Breakfast Bar on one corner of the Island for casual dining or perching.

Burraneer Bay, NSW

Clinton Built Pty Ltd

Palm Beach Project

Dan Kitchens Australia

A striking entertainers kitchen in a beach house at Sydney's Palm Beach. Featuring a drinks bar hidden behind pocket doors, calacatta oro island bench, stainless steel benchtops with welded in sinks, walk in pantry/scullery, integrated Sub-Zero refrigerator, Wolf 76cm oven, and motorised drawers Photos: Paul Worsley @ Live By The Sea

North Shore Brick Tudor

Reynolds Architecture- Design & Construction

Beachfront James Bond

Lori Dennis, Inc.

Built in SoCalContractor.com

Modern Kitchen Designs- San Fernando Valley

GAVIN GREEN HOME DESIGN LLC

The modern galley kitchen with an open floor plan has a large kitchen contains a gas range over, custom wine glass rack, black mirrored backsplash in contrast to white solid surface material countertop with oak slab door cabinets.

Macleod Modern Marble

Smith & Smith Kitchens

Twin extractor fans are the feature that first draws the eye in this sleek kitchen. Any lover of cooking will quickly become mesmerised by the amount of bench space for food preparation and the copious amount of storage space to suit a cooking paraphernalia habit. The communal aspect of a kitchen has not been forgotten with a seating area at a safe, yet intimate distance from the heat of the prepa

Bronze mirror glass splashback

LWK London Kitchens

Bronze mirrored glass splashback

Dashing Duplex | Full renovation in Kensington, London, W8

Jemimah Barnett

Wall colour: Slaked Lime Mid #149 by Little Greene | Ceilings in Loft White #222 by Little Greene | Pendant light is the Long John 4 light linear fixture by Rubn | Vesper barstools in Laguna Matt & Antique Brass from Barker & Stonehouse | Kitchen joinery custom made by Luxe Projects London (lower cabinetry is sprayed in Corboda #277 by Little Greene) | Stone countertops are Belvedere marble; slabs from Bloom Stones London; cut by AC Stone & Ceramic | Backsplash in toughened bronze mirror | Stone floors are Lombardo marble in a honed finish from Artisans of Devizes

Grays Inn London - 4 Apartments

Black Interiors

A kitchen within a 4 London apartment refurbishment. Contemporary feel. Handmade kitchens with stone worktop and glass splashback. Photography Credit: Sanjay D Gohil

Guildford Listed Town House

Anna Wilson Interiors

Emma Lewis

Ward kitchen & interiors project, Southsea, Hampshire

BP Kitchens & Interiors

Stunning basement cellar in the heart of Southsea, Hampshire. Beautiful use of the space underground and still capturing the courtyard garden within easy access of the kitchen and snug area. Remarkable that we are underground but the light still pours in from the open space outside. Perfect marriage of basement/cellar living, linked to outdoor life. Everything revolves around the 3.9m long island which allows you to cook and serve your guest and still be social, rather than cut off form the party. The island has vast storage on both sides of the island and includes, a pull-out bins system, drawers, wine cooler and enough seating for 6 people or just a romantic meal for two.

Antiqued-Mirror Tile Backsplash and Granite Countertops

KBF Design Gallery

Riss Lake Artisan House

Don Julian Builders

Beige Kitchen with Mirror 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!