The white washed reclaimed wood panels on the window wall has a nice texture that ties in with the floor. Photos By: Thomas Graham

Classic Black & White

San Luis Kitchen Co.

Classic black and white styling is prevalent throughout this home and is carried through into the kitchen with Nordic white cabinets in a simple ‘Shaker-esque’ style and a soft black island. These contrast beautifully with the rich wood floors. Glass doors in the top portion of the sink wall cabinets let the homeowner display a collection of red and white stoneware. The client used red accents throughout, including red-bound cookbooks and dish towels to add that country flavor and create a happy, playful look. The centerpiece of this kitchen is the Cottage Black Island - stout chamfered posts support a French Country shelf, open on both sides and front. A carved top valance and French Country trim around the bottom give a handcrafted look, and the bun feet are a playful addition. Many of the drawers have specific inserts calculated exactly to fit the clients various items, from placemats to knives, to spices and utensils. Reminiscent of times past, the client chose hot-rolled and waxed steel for the island top, giving it a rustic-industrial look, and setting it apart from the leathered black granite of the perimeter.

Additon plus historic renovation

JAR Corp

Custom millwork, zinc counter tops, LaCornue oven, Marvin Windows "1900's" glass

Modern Pantry By Tinsley Hutson-Wiley Interior Design

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Kansas City Rustic Charm Kitchen

Kitchens By Kleweno

James Maidhof

Andrew’s Kitchen

KVK Designs

RENOVATION - HOUSE - BERELDANGE

Vivienne Brigitte Lamparella

HOUSE RENOVATION - Renovation d`une maison des annes `50 la rénovation dans ce cas a deux objectifs, non seulement pour moderniser les espaces, mais aussi pour les rendre plus fonctionnels pour le propriétaire, qui au fil des ans a des besoins différents. Le plancher a été complètement remplacé afin d'avoir le même matériau dans toutes les pièces et de résoudre le problème d'une petite différence de hauteur entre la cuisine et l'entrée, tout a été ramené au même niveau. Les passages des portes ont été agrandis et les anciennes portes ont été remplacées par des portes coulissantes en verre, pour faciliter l'accès et permettre à la lumière naturelle de filtrer dans l'entrée faiblement éclairée. Les fenêtres et volets ont été remplacés et des mécanismes électriques ont été ajoutés pour leur ouverture et leur fermeture avec télécommande. La cuisine a été remplacée par une cuisine moderne et fonctionnelle, abaissée par rapport à l'ancienne. Les caissons de volets ont été conçus par nos soins et fabriqués par des artisans locaux, ils ont été intégrés dans la nouvelle cuisine se cachant dans l'espace entre le mobilier et le plafond. Des niches y ont été créées pour placer des éléments de décoration et intégrer le système d'éclairage direct sur la surface de travail. Les plafonds ont été abaissés et des spots d'éclairage ont été installés, remplaçant les anciennes appliques murales. Une niche a été créée à l'entrée dans laquelle une armoire sur mesure pour manteaux et chaussures a été positionnée. Les murs ont été entièrement restaurés et repeints.

Reforma Eixample Dreta Barcelona

Sincro

Mar Vista Remodel

Sato Architects, Inc.

The original home was a tiny 1000 square foot house that had been built in the 40's and never had been updated, typical of many of Los Angeles' post-war neighborhoods. By converting the attached single-car garage into living space and strategically re-configuring walls, we accomplished an open floor plan that dramatically increased the spaciousness of the house, while sticking to a limited budget. To minimize the environmental impact of our project, we donated and reused materials as much as possible, and chose new finishes such as bamboo and cork floors, and Kirei board. The durability and recycled content of materials were also considered in their selection. Energy efficiency was also a concern. Thus appliances and heating systems were selected for their efficiency, and LED lighting was installed in the kitchen.

North Bend

Aboeda Design

Steel Grey quartz counter tops from Pental.

Industrial Chic Stamford Kitchen

Kathy Currie Interiors

The owner’s vision of an industrial chic kitchen included a French LeCanche range in charcoal with brass accents, a custom brass and brushed stainless steel hood, and a burnished zinc island countertop. The floor is a polished concrete with radiant heating, island pendants were found in a vintage store and are prismatic glass and bronze. The Island cabinet finish, in midnight stained quarter sawn white oak, was used for the serving buffet and mudroom bench and cubbies.

RENOVATION - HOUSE - BERELDANGE

Vivienne Brigitte Lamparella

HOUSE RENOVATION - Renovation d`une maison des annees `50 la rénovation dans ce cas a deux objectifs, non seulement pour moderniser les espaces, mais aussi pour les rendre plus fonctionnels pour le propriétaire, qui au fil des ans a des besoins différents. Le plancher a été complètement remplacé afin d'avoir le même matériau dans toutes les pièces et de résoudre le problème d'une petite différence de hauteur entre la cuisine et l'entrée, tout a été ramené au même niveau. Les passages des portes ont été agrandis et les anciennes portes ont été remplacées par des portes coulissantes en verre, pour faciliter l'accès et permettre à la lumière naturelle de filtrer dans l'entrée faiblement éclairée. Les fenêtres et volets ont été remplacés et des mécanismes électriques ont été ajoutés pour leur ouverture et leur fermeture avec télécommande. La cuisine a été remplacée par une cuisine moderne et fonctionnelle, abaissée par rapport à l'ancienne. Les caissons de volets ont été conçus par nos soins et fabriqués par des artisans locaux, ils ont été intégrés dans la nouvelle cuisine se cachant dans l'espace entre le mobilier et le plafond. Des niches y ont été créées pour placer des éléments de décoration et intégrer le système d'éclairage direct sur la surface de travail. Les plafonds ont été abaissés et des spots d'éclairage ont été installés, remplaçant les anciennes appliques murales. Une niche a été créée à l'entrée dans laquelle une armoire sur mesure pour manteaux et chaussures a été positionnée. Les murs ont été entièrement restaurés et repeints.

rénovation appartement Lyon

illiCO travaux - rénovation et maitrise d'oeuvre

Une cuisine pensée et réalisée selon les souhaits de notre cliente. La fantaisie est de rigueur !

Andrew’s Kitchen

KVK Designs

Residence Nevada City CA

Trisha Conley Design

Trisha Conley

Reforma Eixample Dreta Barcelona

Sincro

Downtown Penthouse

Wood Specialties, Inc.

Monterey Park, CA

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Separate Kitchen with Zinc Benchtops 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!