Photo by Roehner + Ryan

Kitchen with surfaces in anthracite MDF, Stainless steel worktops and splash guard, details in Ghana wood. Küche mit Oberflächen aus anthrazitfarbenem MDF, Edelstahl-Arbeitsplatten und Spritzschutz, Details aus Ghana-Holz.

Design: Small Mid-Century Inspired Kitchen

Steven M. Yang Architect, LLC

Raimund Koch

Seaport Village

CM Natural Designs

This condo was designed for a great client: a young professional male with modern and unfussy sensibilities. The goal was to create a space that represented this by using clean lines and blending natural and industrial tones and materials. Great care was taken to be sure that interest was created through a balance of high contrast and simplicity. And, of course, the entire design is meant to support and not distract from the incredible views. Photos by: Chipper Hatter

Milne Kitchen 6

Cameo Kitchens, Inc.

Kitchen Designer: Michael Macklin Project completed in conjunction with Royce Jarrendt of The Lexington Group, who designed and built the custom home. Project Features: Double-Tiered Cabinets with Glass Doors and Stainless Steel Library Ladder; Hammered Stainless Steel Countertops with Rivets; Custom Hammered Steel Hood; Two Cabinet Colors; Custom Distressed Finish; Kitchen Perimeter Cabinets: Honey Brook Custom in Maple Wood with Dove White Paint; Nantucket Plain Inset Door Style with Flat Drawer Heads Island Cabinets: Honey Brook Custom in Maple Wood with Custom Ebony Stain and Distressing # CS-3329-F; Nantucket Plain Inset Door Style with Flat Drawer Heads Kitchen Perimeter Countertops: Soapstone Island Countertops: Hammered Steel with Rivets Floors: Clear Sealed White Oak; Installed by Floors by Dennis Lighting Consultant: Erin Schwartz of Dominion Lighting Photographs by Kelly Keul Duer and Virginia Vipperman

Steel and Marble Kitchen with Reclaimed Wood Feature

Sustainable Kitchens

Flat panel kitchen cabinetry with stainless steel worktop and sink. The cabinets are painted in Farrow & Ball Railings. The end of the run has open shelving that display white crockery. The tap is Perrin & Rowe Orbiq. Charlie O'Beirne

Oasis Tiny Home Open Kitchen

Paradise Tiny Homes LLC

Thick curly Hawaiian mango wood acts as a sill for this awning pass-through window. It's almost a bartop on it's own.

Artistic, Handleless Kitchen

Nicholas Anthony

A perfect balance of materials, technology and colour. Matte, handleless units perfectly balance the light, bespoke breakfast bar and open drawer units. Gaggenau appliances add a true sense of luxury, fitting seamlessly with the stainless steel surfaces to give a clean, modern feel.

Lighting Design at Kensington Studios

Light House Designs Ltd

This open plan property in Kensington studios hosted an impressive double height living room, open staircase and glass partitions. The lighting design needed to draw the eye through the space and work from lots of different viewing angles Photo by Tom St Aubyn

駅前通りの家

川久保智康建築設計事務所

部屋の中央にあるアイランドキッチン。撮影：淺川敏

Paradise Tiny Homes LLC- The Oasis Tiny Home

Ellie K Design

This coastal, contemporary Tiny Home features a warm yet industrial style kitchen with stainless steel counters and husky tool drawers with black cabinets. the silver metal counters are complimented by grey subway tiling as a backsplash against the warmth of the locally sourced curly mango wood windowsill ledge. I mango wood windowsill also acts as a pass-through window to an outdoor bar and seating area on the deck. Entertaining guests right from the kitchen essentially makes this a wet-bar. LED track lighting adds the right amount of accent lighting and brightness to the area. The window is actually a french door that is mirrored on the opposite side of the kitchen. This kitchen has 7-foot long stainless steel counters on either end. There are stainless steel outlet covers to match the industrial look. There are stained exposed beams adding a cozy and stylish feeling to the room. To the back end of the kitchen is a frosted glass pocket door leading to the bathroom. All shelving is made of Hawaiian locally sourced curly mango wood. A stainless steel fridge matches the rest of the style and is built-in to the staircase of this tiny home. Dish drying racks are hung on the wall to conserve space and reduce clutter.

The Oasis Tiny Home Kitchen

Paradise Tiny Homes LLC

This coastal, contemporary Tiny Home features a warm yet industrial style kitchen with stainless steel counters and husky tool drawers and black cabinets. The silver metal counters are complimented by grey subway tiling as a backsplash against the warmth of the locally sourced curly mango wood windowsill ledge. The mango wood windowsill also acts as a pass-through window to an outdoor bar and seating area on the deck. Entertaining guests right from the kitchen essentially makes this a wet-bar. LED track lighting adds the right amount of accent lighting and brightness to the area. The window is actually a french door that is mirrored on the opposite side of the kitchen. This kitchen has 7-foot long stainless steel counters on either end. There are stainless steel outlet covers to match the industrial look. There are stained exposed beams adding a cozy and stylish feeling to the room. To the back end of the kitchen is a frosted glass pocket door leading to the bathroom. All shelving is made of Hawaiian locally sourced curly mango wood. A stainless steel fridge matches the rest of the style and is built-in to the staircase of this tiny home. Dish drying racks are hung on the wall to conserve space and reduce clutter.

Casa AF

Annamaria Santarcangelo

Cucina con isola

Kitchen Elements - Armitage

Leroy James Photography

Jim Bartsch

This classic modern kitchen is dressed with a marble floor that provides just enough sleek design while rich colors and natural veining offer an appealing contrast to the cabinets.

Fountain House

Boutique Homes

Simon Eldon Photography Interior design by Carine Harrington

光を楽しむ家

株式会社REGARD（リガード）

光と陰のコントラストが空間全体に心地よい緊張感をもたらす、無駄のないシンプルモダンなLDK。フラットベットのソファやペンダントライト、厳選したインテリアが暮らしを引き立てます。

GR_57

Arch. Matteo Clara

Kitchen with Black Cabinets and 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 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!