Complete renovation of guest apartment kitchen. After browsing Houzz photos with the client, we proposed a dark kitchen with white and stainless steel accents. The mirror backsplash keeps the space bright and open. The bamboo and brass accents help warm the space. The kitchen opens to a terrace via large glass sliding doors, which provide breathtaking mountain views and lots of natural light.

This beautiful period property, set in a pretty Berkshire Village has a stunning kitchen space and was the perfect backdrop for a new sleek designer Italian kitchen. With its pitched, beamed ceiling creating height within the room the clients wanted to modernise the space. The kitchen was centred around a large island with the stunning golden marmorea composite stone worktops, featuring beautiful warm veining, giving the perfect space for entertaining or cooking up a storm.

Christopher Peters Kitchens & Interiors House design

Mark Hardy

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

Custom Design - Kitchen - Ascaya

Blue Heron

Industrial Kitchen Design - Lydden Hills

Start With Art Interiors

This project features a stunning Pentland Homes property in the Lydden Hills. The client wanted an industrial style design which was cosy and homely. It was a pleasure to work with Art Republic on this project who tailored a bespoke collection of contemporary artwork for my client. These pieces have provided a fantastic focal point for each room and combined with Farrow and Ball paint work and carefully selected decor throughout, this design really hits the brief.

EXETER EXTENSION

FABPAD STUDIO

Options shown for home owners of how their space will look with either simply knocking through existing kitchen/diner or building an extension.

Finborough Road, London, SW10

Silke by Urban Interior

Beautiful contemporary design with grey concrete and light grey matte lacquer doors. The grey tones are blended harmoniously with a lovely bookmatched worktop and an antique mirror splashback, adding a final touch with our special Liebherr Handleless Wine Cooler!

Black & Silk Grey Handle-less

Arlington Interiors

Handle-less Supermatt Black island, teamed with Silk Grey Gloss & Dekton Domoos worktops. The hint of dusky Pink really works against the monochrome setting. Miele Graphite Grey Ovens and Miele downdraft hob & extractor on the island.

Wow: This Zero-Reno Kitchen Makeover Is Amazing

One Kings Lane

The Backsplash AFTER: While a backsplash was not at the top of my “want” list, there was a huge space behind the sink and the stove that begged for something. Megan came up with the genius idea of a large mirror. “The mirrored backsplash bounces natural light from the dining room and creates the illusion of a bigger and brighter space,” she says. “I painted the frame the same color as the wall to give it a built-in look.” Plus, I get to gaze at my chandelier when I am doing something as dull as peeling carrots. Photos by Lesley Unruh.

Traditionl Hand Painted Framed Kitchen

Tulip

Ex Display Kitchen, SieMatic/Gaggenau Gloss Handleless

Used Kitchen Exchange

Кухня с металлическим фартуком

Александра Марченко 8(960)2439065

Функциональная и компактная кухня с интересным металлическим фартуком из мозайки в форме гексагонов. Продуманное освещение рабочей поверхности и обеденного стола.

Custom Design - Kitchen - MacDonald Highlands

Blue Heron

Watson

Nolte Kitchens UK

The Watson project brings a dark colour scheme into contrast with a white, bright wall colour. The units along the back wall are from the Leicht Concrete range. The concrete in Leicht's Concrete range is lacquered and smooth to the touch.

Curl Curl

Northern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms

Traditionl Hand Painted Framed Kitchen

Tulip

Contemporary kitchen - Surrey

Kitchen Connection of Ascot (KCA)

Working with our long standing property developer client, Beaufield Homes; KCA designed and installed the kitchen for this five bedroom, 3 story detached house backing onto open fields in Cobham. Situated on the ground floor of the house features this highly specified kitchen which is open plan to the dining and family areas, with large bi-fold doors leading onto the rear garden. The design includes contemporary Systemat furniture in Putty Concrete and Pearl Grey with Miele appliances. Silestone worktops in Snowy Ibiza and a mitered Silestone breakfast bar in Cemento Spa.

Contemporary Garden Room Kitchen

Planet Furniture

This contemporary, super-smart kitchen in Old Welwyn is part of a new extension that was designed with the open space of the garden in mind. The understated, bespoke kitchen design (from our Handmade in Hitchin range) means the focus is on the outdoors when the sliding doors are open or through the expanse of glass in the colder months. Keeping it contemporary, the handleless cabinets have been hand painted in F&B’s All White and Little Greene’s Dock Blue. Providing a warm, tactile contrast is the Wide Planked Oak 60mm Breakfast Bar which extends from the kitchen island, down to the floor and provides seating on both sides. Deep drawers and large cabinets provide ample storage and easy accessibility whilst the floating, oak shelves are perfect for displaying cookery books and artefacts. Integrated Miele appliances ensure the sleek, uncluttered finish is maintained with the induction hob & downdraft extractor inset unobtrusively on the Silestone Eternal Calacatta Gold Quartz worktop. And, in turn, this popular durable worktop perfectly partners the (wow factor) splashback in Hand Silvered Antiqued Mirror. A real feature of this family kitchen is the bespoke extra-large pantry which was commissioned as a drinks cabinet with integrated wine cooler. Serving both functional and visual purposes it’s designed using the same flat slab doors as the kitchen cabinets but with bi-fold opening and flush handles. However, it’s the inside where the magic lies - integrated lighting, the same Silestone Eternal Calacatta Gold Quartz worktop, solid oak wine glass holders and antiqued mirror glass - It’s these details that make it a thing of beauty!

Kitchen with a Drop-in Sink and 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!