House for a Builder

Hebdon Studios

ADU Basement Conversion

User

This kitchen is compact but uses every bit of space efficiently. From storage under the stairs to a full height pantry for brooms and cleaning supplies.

Container House Kitchen

Greyscape Studio

Thick concrete kitchen countertops for a container house in West Boulder really set off the playful and funky, yet industrial feel of the unique house. Rather than trying to hide the seams we decided to celebrate them and incorporate them into the design by adding strips of the same maple ply that the cabinets were made out of.

cucina

Dotti Alessandro Architetti

Cuisines en béton ciré

MATIERES MARIUS AURENTI

Cuisine en béton ciré gris Perle Marius Aurenti. Réalisation Nancy Geernaert.

Kitchens

Grossmueller's Design Consultants

Meals in Minutes, Industrial Kitchen Set

Tierney Kitchens

Interior Designer: Alannah Monks Kitchen for Donal Skehan’s new television show, Meals in Minutes The brief was simple; use the industrial space available to it’s fullest potential while also creating a space that was homely, eclectic, earth inspired, and functional. We created a space that showcased natural textures and fibres, earth inspired colour tones, and industrial finishes to imitate a loft like home. The kitchen itself takes centre stage in the show, second only to it’s star Donal. We wanted to create a modern and functional space, I envisioned raw oak finishes teamed with mottled concrete counters to mirror the polished concrete flooring available to us in the warehouse. I immediately turned to Tierney Kitchens, having worked with them on previous projects and always been impressed with the results. Together TK designer Joanne Powderly and I trawled through samples, meticulously measured, and formulated the dream kitchen; a limed oak handless door, open shelving, with dark inset sink and matching laminate counter. For the island we worked tirelessly to build the perfect workspace for Donal, and topped it off with an amazing polished concrete counter made bespoke by the fantastic Concrete Design Studios based in Ashbourne, Co Meath. To accentuate the direction of the grain in the doors, we chose to fit out the kitchen with two stack drawers, keeping clean lines central to this kitchen’s aesthetic. This is also mimicked in the fantastic 3 metre wide open shelving running across the faux brick backsplash of the set. The kitchen is styled with a mixutre of props and pieces from Donal’s own home in order to make the set feel authentic. The natural materials and warm colour palette help contribute to this warm and homely aesthetic. Similarly our faux courtyard and crittal windows throw the light across the kitchen beautifully, giving the set movement and a genuine impression of being a working, living kitchen.

South Hero, VT Lake House

Ryan Bent Photography

Open floor plan that flows from the kitchen to the dining and living area.

Fleischauer Net Zero Farm Cottage

Arielle C. Schechter, AIA

The great room has the kitchen portion on the east, with a huge window to the forest on that side. The white subway tile is grouted with dark grout and continue up to 8' on the wall. Duffy Healey, photographer.

Wray Crescent

Blakes London

Malcolm Menzies - 82mm Photography

Black is the New Black

Smithwood Builders Inc.

Modern home with open-concept kitchen and split level dining room. Monochromatic colour palette in grey featured in custom millwork, quartz countertops and backsplash.

retro turned industrial

Nicole Fay Design

Red Brick House

Sheri Haby Architects

The design honours the unpretentious bones of the post-war house with a natural materials palette. Birch ply cabinetry with a hardwax oil finish has been used to create warmth, while predominantly white surfaces enhance the feeling of spaciousness. Splash back areas feature Japanese tiles. The polished concrete floor slab acts as highly desirable thermal mass, absorbing warmth from direct sunlight and releasing it at night.

Spring Road

Complete Kitchens

Shortlisted as a finalist of KBDI Awards 2019 in the category of Large Kitchens- Victoria, this beautiful kitchen showcases the stylish industrial black and the warmth of timber with a ply reveal. The colour scheme worked extremely well against the grey aggregate concrete floor, and the unique custom rangehood box showcased the angles of the ceiling to add drama. Keeping the island clear of appliances or a sink allows it to be utilised in many ways and the thinner 20mm profile of the stone gives it a very minimalist, contemporary feel.

Contemporary Neighbors - #2

Parsons Construction Inc

Eugene Michel

Country affair

Kitchen Architecture Ltd

Gamma Beta

Josh Wynne Construction

Green Rustic Kitchen

Fireclay Tile

Design: Poppy Interiors // Photo: Erich Wilhelm Zander

A house

ＫＡＺ建築研究室

A house　photo by KAZ

Kitchen with Light Wood Cabinets and Concrete Floors 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!