Kitchen with Wood Benchtops and Glass Tile Splashback Design Ideas

Show House 2011

Four Chairs Furniture

Photography by Hiya Papaya

Goodness and Light

Dangler Design

Armstrong - Rustic Hardwood

A & E Flooring

Clever Storage by Wood-Mode

Cabinets & Designs

Wood-Mode Custom Cabinetry provides an opportunity to transform any kitchen space into a clever storage idea.

Gray Kitchen Cabinets

Wendy Walter Design

Colorful Mountain Retreat

Cathers Home Furniture + Interior Design

Zero Energy House

Levy Art + Architecture

This project aims to be the first residence in San Francisco that is completely self-powering and carbon neutral. The architecture has been developed in conjunction with the mechanical systems and landscape design, each influencing the other to arrive at an integrated solution. Working from the historic façade, the design preserves the traditional formal parlors transitioning to an open plan at the central stairwell which defines the distinction between eras. The new floor plates act as passive solar collectors and radiant tubing redistributes collected warmth to the original, North facing portions of the house. Careful consideration has been given to the envelope design in order to reduce the overall space conditioning needs, retrofitting the old and maximizing insulation in the new. Photographer Ken Gutmaker

King of the hill in Chapel Hill!

Eric S. Perry Design & Build, Inc.

Kitchenette for both in law suites and the home office

Craftsman Kitchen in Brighton, MI

Dream Kitchens

Bright and Glamorous Kitchen Re-design

Drury Design

A large two-tiered island is the main work area in this two-cook kitchen. Featuring a waterfall Grothouse custom wood top and a matching quartz waterfall top with a large undermount sink. The second work area is comprised of the large cooktop and smaller prep sink and double ovens. The raised walnut snack bar top was designed to block the view of the work area from visitors entering the room from the main hallway.

Rénovation cuisine blanche et bois esprit campagne chic

CUISINES BRUNO VERITE

Un air de campagne dans une cuisine incontestablement élégante ! L’alliance du bois et du blanc a encore fait ses preuves dans un nouveau registre. Une rénovation complète du sol au plafond pour un changement radical. Tous les ingrédients de la cuisine idéale sont réunis : grande, lumineuse, chaleureuse et fonctionnelle. On y retrouve le four Neff avec sa porte escamotable, la fameuse armoire épicerie et ses nombreux coulissants. La touche champêtre chic est apportée par l’évier en céramique et son mitigeur « poissonnier ». La crédence en verre SECURIT est adaptée à la plaque gaz. La verrière et les spots intégrés sous les meubles hauts éclairent la pièce. Et le sol en un carrelage aspect « parquet » assorti à la table et au plan de travail est tout simplement superbe. D’ailleurs la table de cuisine qui peut accueillir jusqu’à 6 personnes a été relookée par Mr&Mme D, les propriétaires : un véritable travail d’équipe ! Si vous aussi vous rêvez de transformer votre cuisine et concevoir avec un moi un espace de vie qui vous ressemble, contactez-moi dès maintenant !

Big Spruce Way, Mountain Contemporary, Remodel

Blackdog Builders, Inc.

Custom Outdoor Kitchen Design

TruColor Builders

Tru Color Builders considers every project to be our most important – no matter how big or small. Our designers will work with you throughout the entire process to bring your custom outdoor kitchen to life, from the initial design to final delivery. If you want an outdoor kitchen that can be rearranged, moved around and taken with you to a future home, choose a grill with wheels. These are common and come in a wide variety of sizes, features and prices.

Whitefish Residence

Envi Interior Design Studio

Small kitchen space with unique hardware

Watts Builders

Fair Oaks Ranch - Pimlico Ln

Boerne Kitchens and Baths

This homeowner wanted to increase the size of her kitchen and make it a family center during gatherings. The old dining room was brought into the kitchen, doubling the size and dining room moved to the old formal living area. Shaker Cabinets in a pale yellow were installed and the island was done with bead board highlighted to accent the exterior. A baking center on the right side was built lower to accommodate the owner who is an active bread maker. That counter was installed with Carrara Marble top. Glass subway tile was installed as the backsplash. The Island counter top is book matched walnut from Devos Woodworking in Dripping Springs Tx. It is an absolute show stopper when you enter the kitchen. Pendant lighting is a multipe light with the appearance of old insulators which the owner has collected over the years. Open Shelving, glass fronted cabinets and specialized drawers for trash, dishes and knives make this kitchen the owners wish list complete.

cathia Dion

Dave Mason-ISPhotographic

Rustic Country Kitchen in Hickory

Bens Appliance Kitchens and Bath

Merillat Sutton Cliffs in Natural Hickory raised panel cabinets fit right into this country setting. Designer: Mary Miller Bens Appliance, Kitchen and Bath Batavia, NY

Gladstone Kitchen

Vicki Simon Interior Design

A receding door cabinet reveals a coffee station inside. photo by David Papazian

Kitchen with Wood Benchtops and Glass Tile 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!