A small kitchen can give a spacious appearance with the right selections. These selections showcased the home owners personal style in a timeless fashion while staying under budget!

Canyon Wood & Nordic Blue Kitchen

Schmidt Dorking

Handle-less kitchen combining melamine wood finish doors, Schmidt Canyon, and micron doors in blue, Schmidt Nordic Blue. The handles are stainless steel strips just under the worktop functioning as grip handle, Schmidt Eolis range. The same is for the tall units, but in vertical, Schmidt Vertica range. To finish the look the quartz worktop in white brings a cooler feeling to the kitchen, as well as more lighting. Instead of splash-back the customer opted for an up-stand in the same material as the worktop and tiles in blue behind the hob. The appliances chosen include American Full Fridge Freezer with water dispenser, built in double oven and single oven, induction hob and wall extractor in stainless steel. The presence of stainless steel matches between appliances, hand grip handles and the under-mounted sink and tap. Also the kick-board or plinth is 10 cm high (allowing more storage space and maximisation of your kitchen storage) matches the handle in stainless steel. For lighting the customer chose ceiling spot lights and under wall unit lighting. To finish the look the customer went for white walls, and ceramic tiling for the floor. The ceramic tiling in a light brown with a touch of grey works as an intermediary between the kitchen and the wooden doors. In terms of cabinets and storage, the kitchen has two tall larder units with internal drawers by the fridge, storage above the fridge and ovens, drawers under the ovens and hob, as well as three extra set of drawers. The dishwasher unit is by the sink, and the bins are in the sink unit, Schmidt Kitchens Dorking offers different options for the sink unit and bins. The wall units are 780 mm high and 370 mm deep, they have grip handles and under lighting.

Urban Galley Kitchen

Kristin Taghon Interior Designs, LLC

Client is a young professional who wanted to brighten her kitchen and make unique elements that reflects her style. KTID suggested lowering the bar height counter, creating a rustic vs elegant style using reclaimed wood, glass backsplash and quartz waterfall countertop. KTID changed paint color to a darker shade of blue. The pantry was enlarged by removing the wall between the pantry and the refrigerator and putting in a pantry cabinet with roll-out shelves.

Marble Island with Navy Blue Thin Brick Backsplash

Fireclay Tile

Breezy beadboard paneling complements this kitchen's navy brick backsplash, serving up subtle nods to nautical style. Brick Shown: Appalachian

Canoga Park modern kitchen

Noah Construction & Design

Blue Beauty

W.L. Construction Inc.

South East London Kitchen

EM+ Interior Design Studio / + Creatives

EM Interior Design family kitchen and dining room ground floor renovation and rear extension in South East London. We used simple and contemporary white kitchen

Annandale House

Vanessa Wegner Architect

Murray Fredericks

Кухонный фартук с плиткой "Веер".

Prima Keramika

Синий акцентный фартук из керамической плитки ручной работы "Веер" на современной кухне. Выполнено на заказ. Цвет PCR-17, прозрачная, глянцевая глазурь с эффектом кракле.

Alsemberg

Ohra Studio

Cette petite cuisine est conçue dans un style contemporain, avec des éléments en bois claire, afin de rendre cette espace lumineux et cosy en même temps. Le choix de meuble de cuisine en verre laqué a pour but d’élargir l’espace étroit.

Craftsman Bungalow kitchen refresh

Kathleen Ann Design

Helping you fall in love with your home is what I do! There's absolutely nothing wrong with working with what you have. This Craftsman bungalow got a fresh new look!

Metro Fliesen

FHM Fliesenhaus München GmbH

Spritzschutz aus türkisfarbenen Riemchenfliesen

Backsplash After

Kairos Home Improvement Inc.

Синяя студия для краткосрочной аренды

Маргарита Иванова / АрхиТочка

Уютная студия для краткосрочной аренды в синих и персиковых тонах

Florida Keys Moroccan Fish Scales Kitchen

Mercury Mosaics and Tile

Inspired by the Florida Keys and the colors of the Caribbean Blue water, this homeowner chose Large Moroccan Fish Scales to splash her kitchen walls! A gradation of blues and greens, this unique and popular tile pattern brings the love of the ocean into the home. Large Moroccan Fish Scales – 108 China Sea, 18E Bright Blue, 12W Blue Bell, 377W Neon Blue, 1017W Sea Mist, 1015E Caribbean Blue

Mini Rifugio al Mare in Azzurro Polvere - Houzz project

Arch Sara Pizzo - Studio 1881

Wood Grain Island

DesignLine Home Transformations

Vision stone coal 12"x24" glazed porcelain tile installed in a herringbone pattern. John Magor Photography

Oval Aqua Blue Iridescent Glass Tile

Susan Jablon

Transparent iridescent light aqua blue glass oval tiles look flawless in this modern kitchen design.

Appartement P - Rénovation complète

Margaux Bry

Cette petite cuisine blanche possède tous les éléments nécessaires pour cuisiner. La crédence en zellige bleu apporte originalité et dynamisme à la pièce.

Kitchen with Blue 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!