This kitchen began as ordinary and blossomed into a unique and memorable family friendly kitchen. By the simple addition of panels on the front of this peninsula the visual impact of this kitchen was transformed. Saturated color was the second most impactful element added. Navy Blue on the peninsula and lower cabinets and bright oranges, yellows and reds for accent colors. The soft grey walls, clean crisp white on both the upper cabinets and quartz countertops gave the perfect balance to this design. Durable, affordable laminate flooring laid on a diagonal was ideal for warmth and every day livability. The additional built-in coat closet with bench and bookcase gave the final touches of personality and functionality to this family friendly space.

East Austin Bungalow

Mackenzie Wood Interiors

Open shelving holds everyday dishes, books and trailing plants to create a unique and liveable look.

Kitchen Rental Redo

Peter Dolkas

Joyce Lee

Vintage Boho-Modern

Kate Bendewald Interior Design (KBID)

Lewis Residence

Penner & Associates Architects

Our Palm Beach Color-Splosion Apartment!

Carrie Hayward Design

I also wanted to paint the window muntins black, but we rent. Instead, I applied removable black tape and replaced the silver window screens with black ones. Photo © Bethany Nauert

10th Street Renovation

West End Interiors

Kitchen Renovation, concrete countertops, herringbone slate flooring, and open shelving over the sink make the space cozy and functional. Handmade mosaic behind the sink that adds character to the home.

Pleasant Hill Ca Condo Project

Kimberley Kay Interiors

Quiana Marie Photography Hunter Green Benjamin Moore Paint Matte White Hexagon Backsplash

Cuisine emerald

Maison Laurel

Laura Garcia

One Point Renovation Eclectic Kitchen DesignKit

One Point Renovation

One Point Renovation offers designer selected kitchen packages, shown in Eclectic.

Range & Microwave

Lila

The drawer unit on the right is a matching bath vanity. I built a pull out cutting board to bring it up to the counter height.

low budget kitchen

Pati Robins

photo patirobins

Harlem Townhouse-Apartment

Barbara Saskia Design

Gerri Hernandez

West Village Bachelor Pad

LABLstudio

Because this was a rental kitchen, we were limited in what we could do, but knew that it need some major sprucing! We changed the whole feel of the kitchen by switching out all of the pulls for ones with some color and detail, and by painting the "backsplash" with chalkboard paint for easy cleaning and writing of recipes etc. We installed simple ikea racks for additional storage, and put a vintage inspired "ICE" decal on the freezer for a playful touch.

Brick Interior Wall

Rosenhaus Design Group, Inc.

Little Base

Junior Arce Diseño & Arquitectura

Junior Arce

appartement quai Grands Augustins, Paris

Stefano Candito Photographe

Eclectic Bungalow Kitchen Remodel

enzy design

We removed a wall in this small Sugarhouse bungalow, allowing us to reconfigure the main floor living space. The client now has a more functional kitchen where the kitchen, dining, and living rooms all overlap for flexibility, function, and an open airy feel. Flexibility is key in these spaces. Chairs are easily moved around. The ottomans can be rearranged to be used as benches, footstools, or a coffee table. The dining bench can be used for extra seating in the living room when needed. Even the area rug is individual FLOR tiles that can be rearranged if needed for a different rug size.

Eclectic 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 Eclectic 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!