Open shelves with structural strapping add storage and display options. Custom divided lite window sash above the fridge and behind the shelving separate the pantry space from the display area, inspired by the feeling of small town grocery shop storefronts. Photos by Photo Art Portraits

Officine Gullo | The Kitchen of an Art Lover

Officine Gullo

Warm shades, red bricks and floors covered in large antique teak boards typify the beguiling atmosphere of this Venetian villa, which vaunts an enviable location on the edge of a forest. Vast windows enable the property to benefit from views across the garden to the surrounding woodland, meaning that the rooms are bathed in the light and colors of the lush nature all round. A masterful interpretation means that the house enjoys fluidity and openness between the various rooms, which intersect in a celebration of conviviality, fulfilling the owners’ wishes. The art-collecting house owners wanted to craft a home in which they could display international works of art, while enhancing their value. Every item reveals the personality of the proprietors. As culinary connoisseurs, the owners also wanted to make the kitchen into the very heart of the home: a place in which to exhibit, live and shape. The result is an elegant, warm and welcoming kitchen that is profoundly connected with the rest of the home. The single-block kitchen with a professional island by Officine Gullo is an invitation to partake. Providing plenty of room for the “chef”, the kitchen encourages socializing, while allowing the person who’s cooking to chat with others in the surrounding spaces. The Officine Gullo made-to-measure island kitchen stands almost 4 meters long with ample space and a plethora of cooking methods provided by the professional elements taken straight from top restaurant kitchens, such as the smooth fry top, cooktop with 4 burners, central coup de feu, ceramic glass electric plate and electric pasta cooker, as well as generous steel worktops for food preparation. The lower section contains the spacious multifunction fan oven made entirely in stainless steel, food warmer, and several compartments and drawers. The steel washbasin with faucets and integrated hood complete the island. The structure is manufactured in steel sheets measuring up to 3mm thick, powder-coated in Pearl Beige, and finished with the finest solid brass and brushed nickel details. This kitchen is not only a place where meals are made. It’s also a multifunctional place where friends and family gather to spend quality time together, where the workspace is accessorized to the highest standard and remains open to the rest of the house.

Aus- und Umbau Souterrain in Kunstraum, Theater und Ferienwohnung

trafopark UG i. Gr.

3 generations on 330 square meters

Jeni Lee

Cocina Trendy

Komo Cocinas

Architetto Antonio Bugna - casa BL (2008)

Studio Tartaglione

Antono e Roberto Tartaglione 2014

The Cut

Charlie Luxton Design

The large open-plan kitchen and dining area. Douglas Fir floorboards, plywood-kitchen and lots of built-in storage utilise all available space. Photo credit: Mark Bolton Photography

Rainbow Kitchen - Scavolini

Scavolini Kitchen, Living and Bathroom

Rainbow design by Vuesse Convenience and fine design for the young people’s kitchen As part of the Happening programme of kitchens created to serve the latest needs in terms of space and function, Scavolini now presents Rainbow, the kitchen conceived for today's young households: more casual and dynamic, but also more demanding in terms of design, choice of materials and compositional features. Simple in its lines, highly convenient and easily personalised, Rainbow provides slat and framed wooden doors in 8 shades, laminate and lacquered doors in a large selection of colours and glass doors, skilfully interpreting contemporary taste and new habits in social life. See more at: http://www.scavolini.us/Kitchens/Rainbow

Hartford Road House

Clayton&Little Architects

Maclean Street Renovation

Material Design Build

Contemporary Eclectic Industrial Style Kitchen

Hello Home Interiors

An eclectic mix of furniture, fittings and accessories tied together with some clasic material combinations. Photography by Jeff McEwan from Capture Studios Wellington

Cocina Moderna

C3 Cocinas, Closets Carpinteria

El uso del acero inoxidable contrasta al piso de granzón en esta remodelación de cocina. Detalle donde se puede apreciar un mueble de pull-out, la mezcladora profesional y una tarja extragrande con escurridor fabricada a la medida.

Eclectic kitchen in Oxford

Lukonic

Charlie O'Beirne, Lukonic Kitchen designed, built and installed by Sustainable Kitchens, Bristol, UK.

Officine Gullo for Aquazzura

Officine Gullo

A collaboration between Andrea Gullo, Director of Officine Gullo, and Edgardo Osorio, founder and Creative Director of the Italian luxury footwear brand Aquazzura, unites the world of fashion with that of design. The meeting led to the creation of a tailor-made kitchen for one of the Osorio residences in an exceptional location: Palazzo Corner Spinelli, on the Grand Canal in the San Marco district of Venice. The residence dates back to the end of the fifteenth century and is characterized by architecture that is representative of the transition from the Gothic to the Renaissance in Venetian art, evidenced by the façade on the canal. An Officine Gullo kitchen was installed on the first floor in Osorio’s apartment, tailor-made by the designer, his residence and his brand. Upon discovering Officine Gullo, one of the aspects that most struck Edgardo Osorio was the richness of the colors and the attention to detail curated in Florence. A turquoise kitchen with nickel finishes was created for him. The cooking appliances and refrigeration at professional performance level fit perfectly into the environment, characterized by a striped painted parquet floor and hand-decorated walls. Exotic animals, flowers and brightly colored trees recall motifs of fine 18th-century Chinese porcelain and transport the observer to an exotic garden and to distant places.

Dulwich Hill House

Studio 74 architects

Douglas Frost

West 3rd Avenue

Genesis Kitchens & Design

Newburyport, MA

Mary Prince Photography

2 bedroom maisonette conversion

ODEInteriors

Kitchen dinner space, open space to the living room. A very social space for dining and relaxing. Again using the same wood thought the house, with bespoke cabinet. Modern fitting kitchen cabinet with a steel surface.

casa rivoli

tomdesign

ph Arena

Houzz Tours Anne Rimmer

Mia Mortensen Photography

Eclectic Kitchen with Stainless Steel Benchtops 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!