This home's layout is typical of many homes in Australia, with the dining room separate to the kitchen, but adjacent to it, and accessed via a standard sized door. Whilst the owners did not wish to change this arrangement, they did want to have the kitchen more integrated into the family area and the outside. This was achieved by maximising the size of the breakfast bar and changing the standard window for a bifold at bench height, and extending the benchtop to the outside. The result is a much more contemporary look, complete with glass splashback and handle-less cabinetry. As the client uses the microwave extensively, they opted to have it on bench, rather than on wall or in a tower. Features include: an oven with separate grill, a generous double-bowl undermount sink, an enviable pantry, and loads of storage. The lovely Caesarstone Frosty Carrina benchtop adds a touch of luxury, and teams beautifully with the cabinetry and splashback.

Joanna and David

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Charleton Antique White and Charleton Saddle Cabinets

Современный Кухня

Phase 2 - Kitchen Cabinets and Flooring Updated

Streamline Interiors, LLC

Streamline Interiors, LLC - Once the cabinets were refinished the wall color had to change. Skyline Steel was selected to coordinate with the kitchen finishes and flooring.

Mixed Materials Make New Traditional Impact

Village Home Stores

Furniture legs anchor a unique Quatrefoil shaped island that stands out in a Cherry "Java" finish. A built-in Sharp microwave drawer is hidden from sight as you enter the kitchen as a guest.

Cashmere & Grey Wheelchair Accessible Kitchen 20160123- Hob

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This kitchen is a wheelchair accessible kitchen designed by Adam Thomas of Design Matters. With height-adjustable worktops, acrylic doors and brushed steel handles for comfortable use with impaired grip. The hob area is height adjustable and raised edges have been added to all four sides of all worktops to contain hot spills and reduce the risk of injury. A very large knee space has been created under the hob so that turns in and out of the space can be made with the minimum of repositioning, offering great knee access. Note the absence of trailing wires and worktop supports under worktop height. They are contained in a space behind the modesty panel and recessed into the underside of the worktop to protect knees and wheelchair footplate from dangerous snags. There are safety stops on all four edges of the rise and fall unit, including the bottom edge of the modesty panel, to protect feet. A Neff Slide and Hide oven has been specified for safer access, coupled with a slimline pullout shelf for safe transferring and lap protection. A Neff induction hob is a much safer alternative to an electric or gas hob, being easier to clean and retaining much less residual heat after use. Photographs by Jonathan Smithies Photography. Copyright Design Matters KBB Ltd. All rights reserved.

Crawford, Kitchen renovation

Delta Kitchens Ltd

This project uses painted "Cashmere" Kenmore shaker doors with custom made overmantle and "subway" tiled splashback. We laid luxury vinyl karndean flooring across the whole room.

Historic 1920's New Braunfels Cottage

Velvetleaf Design Group

Tuscan Dream

Latina Design-Build Group

Maximizing space was key in the planning and design of this gourmet kitchen and entertainment space. The outdated kitchen and small dining area were exquisitely renovated to provide a sophisticated, elegant and highly functional experience. The dining area was opened to the family room and a small butler's pantry was removed, which widened the space, all allowing for a lovely Lake Erie view.

Лейтмотив - латунь

Olga Yun

Кухня Modulnova, столешница-окно керлит, свет Catellani&Smith, стол и стулья Bontempi

Our Projects: Kitchens

Linda McDougald Design | Postcard from Paris Home

This home at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove is a fine illustration of how rustic can be comfortable and contemporary. Postcard from Paris provided all of the exterior and interior specifications as well as furnished the home. The firm achieved the modern rustic look through an effective combination of reclaimed hardwood floors, stone and brick surfaces, and iron lighting with clean, streamlined plumbing, tile, cabinetry, and furnishings. Among the standout elements in the home are the reclaimed hardwood oak floors, brick barrel vaulted ceiling in the kitchen, suspended glass shelves in the terrace-level bar, and the stainless steel Lacanche range. Rachael Boling Photography

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Starikova Design I Старикова Ольга

Lower Cross, Greenwich CT

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Neil Landino

2016 TOPOS STONE

Leicht Westchester-Greenwich

Moods

moki GmbH

Coffee, beverage & bar center | Modern Kitchen

O.NIX Kitchens & Living

Modern handle-less high gloss lacquered cabinets from Störmer (made-in-Germany), in 'Cappuccino' brown and 'Snow White'. Shown here: The beverage station was designed to showcase glassware, create a dedicated coffee prep area and a floor to ceiling wine rack. Legrabox "Free" deep pan drawers with Stoermer exclusive smoke glass sides. Flush under-cabinetry LED lights are integrated into wall unit handles. Also shown, back-lit LED glass shelves with black-tinted glass. Designed & supplied by O.NIX Design Boutique- Kitchens & Living (www.onixdesigns.ca)

River Lodge

Cannarsa Structure and Design

Clarksville, MD Multiple Quartz Countertops Kitchen

Creative In Counters

This kitchen features two separate countertops. LG Viatera Aria quartz is on the island and Q Quartz Babylon Gray is the perimeter.

Maxima 2.2 - Stainless steel mud Fenix

Cesar

Work island: Door with Step grip edging in stainless steel. Hot-laminated steel worktop. Tall units: mud Fenix door, Titanium handle. Framing element with tall units with retracting doors: interior door with Frame grip edging, in mud Fenix. Photo © Andrea Ferrari

2016 CRBRA Best Kitchen Design, under $75,000

Columbia Cabinets

Black Kitchen with Beige Cabinets 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!