Filippo Coltro - PH. Mattia Aquila

Eclectic Kitchen

Orange home

homebyn Annamaria Pivetta

cucina con piano cottura a induzione

Eclectic Kitchen

Chestnut Grove Design Studio

A solid teak side table is held up by an antique hydraulic cylinder. The homeowner wanted to use her unique finds in her eclectic style kitchen design.

Classic painted kitchen, with Hidden pantry

Timbercraft Custom Built German Kitchens

When it comes to choosing a new kitchen, some homeowners have a very specific brief. But most, like Rosario and John need a little expert guidance. ‘We knew we wanted a contemporary kitchen with modern appliances,’ Rosario explains. ‘But we didn’t know exactly what was available and whether they would suit our needs or style. In general our brief was quite simple – a new kitchen, with up-to-date appliances and a central island where we could gather with family and entertain friends.’ Having researched a number of companies, the couple were impressed by Timbercraft’s high standard of quality kitchens, the variety of designs available and the fact that all products could be customised to their specific needs. Meeting senior designer Áine O’Connor, proved the icing on the cake. ‘Áine really impressed us,’ Rosario says. ‘As well as advising us on the style of kitchen, she also told us how we could make the best use of the space available. Her ideas, including flipping the whole layout, wouldn’t have occurred to us. Yet as it turned out, it makes perfect sense! Equally, her suggestion that we remodel the dining area and create a link to the kitchen, integrating the utility room with what’s known as a ‘priest hole’ has proven absolutely brilliant. The addition of a French door and extended windows means that, with our seating area facing the garden and patio, we have beautiful views over the countryside.’

Stanwood Equestrian Residence, Stanwood WA

Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects

Photography by Ian Gleadle.

Maison Black and White

Atelier OCTA Architecture-Architecture intérieure

Rénovation de l'espace cuisine et salle à manger de cette belle maison ancienne. Le marbre avec ses cabochons existants ont été conservés et se mélangent parfaitement avec la nouvelle cuisine contemporaine. Le mur qui séparait l'ancienne cuisine de l'espace repas a été déposé pour bénéficier d'un nouvel espace ouvert et lumineux. Une grand baie vitrée a été installé pour bénéficier de toute la luminosité et profiter de la vue sur la piscine. L'accès au sous-sol existant a été repensé, par la pose d'une trappe de sol motorisé afin de couvrir la trémie de l'escalier, et ainsi bénéficier de l'espace disponible lorsque la trappe est fermée.

Handmade Solid Wood Kitchen - Dublin

The Victorian Kitchen Company

Natural Finish Birch Plywood Kitchen & Utility with black slate countertops. The utility is also in Birch Ply

Croulebarbe

SQUARE RENOVATION

Houzz

Kitchens

Grossmueller's Design Consultants

Craftsman-style Kitchen

Diane Plesset, CMKBD, NCIDQ, C.A.P.S.

Open great room that includes a generous eating area. Custom cherry cabinets include the soffit above the island, and European-style pantries with display storage above.

Kitchens

Spartan Stones

Eclectic Kitchen Design

Chestnut Grove Design Studio

Located in metro Toronto, this kitchen was completely renovated from top to bottom. The galley style space was maximized by adding a elongated marble wrapped island that can accommodate extra seating if needed.

Maison Black and White

Atelier OCTA Architecture-Architecture intérieure

Artist Kitchen / Sellwood Remodel

A Cloud 9 Design

A Global View

Lauren M. Levine Interiors

Photos by Tim Prendergast

LA BROCHE

AUGAGNEUR LAUREEN

Cuisine ouverte avec un comptoir qui vient séparer l'espace préparation de l'espace public. Afin de rendre l'espace contemporain tout en gardant le charme du local, nous avons mixés les différents matériaux naturel et brute avec des couleurs chic et élégante.

Cuisine d'inspiration industrielle

DMarchitectures

Delphine Monnier

Handmade Solid Wood Kitchen - Dublin

The Victorian Kitchen Company

Natural Finish Birch Plywood Kitchen & Utility with black slate countertops. The utility is also in Birch Ply

New construction kitchen - Sitges

ENKI TALLER Interior Design Made in Barcelona

Eclectic Kitchen with Slate 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 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!