This inviting kitchen is designed with an open floor plan, accentuated by an elegant overhanging counter that blends seamlessly into a stunning island topped with white quartz, featuring a convenient sink for easy food preparation and socializing. The space is illuminated by sleek pendant lights which, along with the big sliding windows, flood the kitchen with natural light, enhancing the bright and airy feel. These expansive windows not only offer unobstructed views of the outdoors but also create a seamless integration between indoor comfort and the beauty of the natural surroundings. Transitional cabinets provide ample storage while maintaining the kitchen's sleek and sophisticated aesthetic. The combination of practical design elements and the infusion of natural light through the large windows creates a warm, welcoming, and highly functional space that is perfect for both cooking and entertaining.

Mid Century Residence

KP Hudson Construction Inc.

Haus MK Köln

falke architekten

Frank Schoepgens Fotographie

External shot of the side return extension and crittall style glass doors and windows

Rénovation d'un appartement à Paris

Avéo Neuilly-sur-Seine

Mid-century inspired custom Modern Kitchen

Freespace Design LLC

Kitchen

The House Designers

Beautiful Kitchen featuring Whirlpool and KitchenAid appliances. View plan THD-3419: https://www.thehousedesigners.com/plan/tacoma-3419/

Mid-Century Kitchen Open Shelving with Decorative Accessories

Jennifer Gustafson Interior Design

• Full Kitchen Renovation • General Contractor: Area Construction • Custom casework - Natural American Walnut Veneer • Decorative Accessory Styling • Backsplash tile - Heath Tile • Countertop - Diresco

Bernier

SINGER BIEDER Architecture

Terrazzo Kitchen

Bright Wood Works, Inc

Modern gourmet kitchen

San Salvador Project

KSDesigns LLC

This Spanish influenced Modern Farmhouse style Kitchen incorporates a variety of textures and finishes to create a calming and functional space to entertain a houseful of guests. The extra large island is in an historic Sherwin Williams green with banquette seating at the end. It provides ample storage and countertop space to prep food and hang around with family. The surrounding wall cabinets are a shade of white that gives contrast to the walls while maintaining a bright and airy feel to the space. Matte black hardware is used on all of the cabinetry to give a cohesive feel. The countertop is a Cambria quartz with grey veining that adds visual interest and warmth to the kitchen that plays well with the white washed brick backsplash. The brick backsplash gives an authentic feel to the room and is the perfect compliment to the deco tile behind the range. The pendant lighting over the island and wall sconce over the kitchen sink add a personal touch and finish while the use of glass globes keeps them from interfering with the open feel of the space and allows the chandelier over the dining table to be the focal lighting fixture.

Rénovation totale d'un appartement de 44 m2 à Issy Les Moulineaux

SWEET HOME PARIS

Cuisine Barbapapa

Studio Couleur

Cuisine rose et aspect bois, fermée par une verrière. Plan de travail et crédence en quartz Calacatta gold. Coloris de cette cuisine Studio Couleur : - Façades de cuisine : Barbapapa et Oslo - Poignées : Miles couleur pêche pastel

West View Mid Century Modern Green Kitchen

Hive Home

In a home with just about 1000 sf our design needed to thoughtful, unlike the recent contractor-grade flip it had recently undergone. For clients who love to cook and entertain we came up with several floor plans and this open layout worked best. We used every inch available to add storage, work surfaces, and even squeezed in a 3/4 bath! Colorful but still soothing, the greens in the kitchen and blues in the bathroom remind us of Big Sur, and the nod to mid-century perfectly suits the home and it's new owners.

Columna y barra de desayuno

mivainteriors

Los clientes necesitaban más almacenaje en la cocina y una barra para desayunos y comidas rápidas. En un par de horas de visita, nos contaron sus necesidades, realzamos el estudio del espacio y les dimos las ideas necesarias para que ellos mismos pudieran realizar todo el montaje.

Mid Century Portland

risa boyer architecture

Lincoln Barbour

Wayzata Mid-Century Modern Whole Home Restoration

Thompson Construction

Mid-Century Modern Restoration

Side Return Extension in North London

Make My House Home

Whitmore Gardens

Claudia Urvois Interior Design

Kitchen with White Splashback and Terrazzo 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!