In our world of kitchen design, it’s lovely to see all the varieties of styles come to life. From traditional to modern, and everything in between, we love to design a broad spectrum. Here, we present a two-tone modern kitchen that has used materials in a fresh and eye-catching way. With a mix of finishes, it blends perfectly together to create a space that flows and is the pulsating heart of the home. With the main cooking island and gorgeous prep wall, the cook has plenty of space to work. The second island is perfect for seating – the three materials interacting seamlessly, we have the main white material covering the cabinets, a short grey table for the kids, and a taller walnut top for adults to sit and stand while sipping some wine! I mean, who wouldn’t want to spend time in this kitchen?! Cabinetry With a tuxedo trend look, we used Cabico Elmwood New Haven door style, walnut vertical grain in a natural matte finish. The white cabinets over the sink are the Ventura MDF door in a White Diamond Gloss finish. Countertops The white counters on the perimeter and on both islands are from Caesarstone in a Frosty Carrina finish, and the added bar on the second countertop is a custom walnut top (made by the homeowner!) with a shorter seated table made from Caesarstone’s Raw Concrete. Backsplash The stone is from Marble Systems from the Mod Glam Collection, Blocks – Glacier honed, in Snow White polished finish, and added Brass. Fixtures A Blanco Precis Silgranit Cascade Super Single Bowl Kitchen Sink in White works perfect with the counters. A Waterstone transitional pulldown faucet in New Bronze is complemented by matching water dispenser, soap dispenser, and air switch. The cabinet hardware is from Emtek – their Trinity pulls in brass. Appliances The cooktop, oven, steam oven and dishwasher are all from Miele. The dishwashers are paneled with cabinetry material (left/right of the sink) and integrate seamlessly Refrigerator and Freezer columns are from SubZero and we kept the stainless look to break up the walnut some. The microwave is a counter sitting Panasonic with a custom wood trim (made by Cabico) and the vent hood is from Zephyr.

WPB Condo

HomeLife Interiors Inc

CASA B

doppiozero

Davie New Kitchen Remodel

YOLO Interiors

Modern custom white kitchen with Gray island Porcelain tiles Quartzite countertops Chrome lighting Pot filler

As keen cooks, the couple requested that the cooking and sink zones be separated so several people can use the kitchen without disrupting each other. The island and sink run have bulthaup b3 laminate worktops and a Quooker Cube that provides, boiling, filtered and sparkling water in one tap.

Walnut and Black Modern Kitchen Remodel

USA Cabinet Store Fairfax

Chic Condo Renovation

Lux Pad Interiors

CASA C

Ebano Arquitectura de Interiores

Ébano Arquitectura de Interiores diseña esta reforma de cocina abierta al salón. El proyecto elimina las paredes entre la cocina, el salón y la entrada, creando un espacio abierto y luminoso. Se reutiliza parte del mobiliario del propietario en color wengué, que se complementa con otros detalles negros en la iluminación y taburetes para dar unidad al conjunto. La madera de roble se utiliza en suelo, en los muebles de cocina y en la celosía que delimita la zona de la entrada.

Showroom-Plain & Fancy

Berkshire Hills Design

White Shaker Country Farmhouse Kitchen with Professional Appliances. Cabinets are Plain & Fancy Inset, Countertop is Corian Quartz, Backsplash is a ceramic elongated hex, Lighting from Houzz, Cabinet Hardware is custom from Colonial Bronze, Faucet from Waterstone and Appliances are Wolf and Sub-Zero Photos by: Danielle Stevenson

Casa al lago

Spazio Progetto

Flat at 3303 Water Street

FORMA Design

House Coconut Grove(Iterior and exterior)

Storia Flooring

Casa Tabacchi

Proma

ph Alessandro Branca

Interior design di villa privata

Fabricamus Architettura e Ingegneria

La stanza risulta dimensionata per essere comodamente abitabile, con un tavolo circolare al centro della stanza. La cucina si sviluppa a L e risulta caratterizzata da linee pulite ed essenziali, con toni molto chiari ma non freddi alla percezione. Le pareti ed il pavimento grigio chiaro fanno risaltare il bianco puro delle sedute e del tavolo. La parete che separa dalla sala pranzo, costituito da un ambiente fluido con il soggiorno, è stata realizzata con profili in ferro verniciato e vetro trasparente, per evitare così la diffusione di odore durante la cottura, ma garantire la massima diffusione della luce tra gli ambienti. Fotografo: Alessio Vissani

Vicky's Homes - Vittorio showhome

Alana Loranger

Merle Prosofsky, Vicky's homes

Kitchen Design

Cabinetry & Design by GBS

Modern Kitchen

Kitchen: Crisp & Modern

Simply Baths & Kitchens

When this young couple bought their dream home, their dream kitchen seemed completely out of reach. With only minor updates to the floor plan but major updates to the finishes, the kitchen was transformed into a sleek and modern space that the whole family could enjoy. High contrast finishes feel crisp and fresh, uncluttered and composed, creating calmness and ease for an otherwise busy family.

Inspire @ Greer Ranch | Surprise, AZ | 4594 - Excite Plan

Shea Homes - Arizona

Modern Kitchen with Porcelain 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 Modern 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!