Casa Bungan - Open plan kitchen.
This is an example of an expansive mediterranean galley eat-in kitchen in Sydney with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, stone tile splashback, coloured appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor, blue benchtop and exposed beam.

Cape Cod

Noelle Interiors

Mid-sized traditional open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, blue splashback, quartz benchtops, glass tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island and blue benchtop.

White and Blue Cabinet Kitchen with Cambria Portrush Quartz

Village Home Stores

A remodeled kitchen in Kewanee Illinois. Featured: Koch Classic Cabinetry in the Bristol door and White and Charcoal Blue painted finishes. Portrush Cambria Quartz tops, Mannington Hardwood Mountain View Hickory flooring in "Fawn" finish, KitchenAid appliances, and Kuzco LED lighting also featured. Start to finish kitchen remodel by Village Home Stores.

Historical Fremont Remodel

TreHus Architects+Interior Designers+Builders

Inspiration for an expansive transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and blue benchtop.

Blue and White Kitchen in Yardley

Lang's Kitchen & Bath

This spacious kitchen design in Yardley is a bright, open plan space bathed in natural light from the large windows, doors, and skylights. The white perimeter cabinets from Koch and Company are complemented by handmade subway tile and MSI Surfaces Calcatta Venice quartz countertop. The white color scheme is beautifully contrasted by blue island cabinetry with a bi-level countertop and barstool seating. The island also includes a Task Lighting angled power strip, a narrow wine refrigerator, and a white Blanco Siligranit apron front sink with a Riobel Edge faucet and chrome soap dispenser. The kitchen cabinets are accented by Top Knobs Lydia style pulls in chrome. Bosch stainless appliances feature throughout the kitchen, including a microwave drawer and a Bosch stainless chimney hood. Dark hardwood flooring from Meridian brings depth to the style. The natural lighting is complemented by pendant lights from Wage Lighting, undercabinet lighting, and upper glass front cabinets with in cabinet lighting.

Dallas Suburb Classic Kitchen- before and after

Carrie Johnson

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, blue benchtop and recessed-panel cabinets.

Kitchen Pantry & Tea Station

Nine Dot Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style galley separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and blue benchtop.

Traditional Kitchen

Design ideas for a traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, with island, blue benchtop, shaker cabinets, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Installations: Kitchen Designs

Clayton Tile

Photos: Angela Zion
Mid-sized midcentury single-wall separate kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, grey floor and blue benchtop.

Camp Springs

Steve Richmond Fine Homes

Paul Finkel Photography - Piston Design
Photo of a mediterranean kitchen in Austin with raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, tile benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances and blue benchtop.

Classic White Perfectly Balanced by Creams and Blues

emma delon

White cabinetry is always classic and this beautiful remodel completed in Durham is no exception. The hardwood floors run throughout the downstairs, tying the formal dining room, breakfast room, and living room all together. The soft cream walls offset the Blue Pearl granite countertops and white cabinets, making the space both inviting and elegant. Double islands allow guests to enjoy a nice glass of wine and a seat right in the kitchen while allowing the homeowners their own prep-island at the same time. The homeowners requested a kitchen built for entertaining for family and friends and this kitchen does not disappoint. copyright 2011 marilyn peryer photography

Farmhouse kitchen

TKS Design Group

Kitchen design by The Kitchen Studio of Glen Ellyn (Glen Ellyn, IL)
Country kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, blue benchtop and shaker cabinets.

The Cove- Water View Delpino Custom Luxury Coastal Dutch West Indies Style Home

Delpino Custom Homes

This is an example of a large beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Charleston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and blue benchtop.

Graystone- San Jose Kitchen Remodel

May Construction, Inc.

While the all-white kitchens will probably never go out of style, these San Jose natives wanted natural elements with some pops of color and took the opportunity to really make their home their own. A vaulted ceiling accentuates the spacious design and opens the space for a grand island topped with an exotic Lemurian Blue countertop provides an abundant work surface and offers seating around two sides. Shades of blue dance of the exquisite custom made hanging blue light pendent that brings in that wow factor.

New Hope Kitchen

Glenna Stone Interiors

This is an example of a large separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, panelled appliances, slate floors, multiple islands, grey floor, blue benchtop and exposed beam.

American Spirit

Faure Halvorsen Architects

Photo of a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, timber splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, blue benchtop and wood.

Park Slope Coop Kitchen

Mahle Design LLC

Park Slope Coop Kitchen Existing Ikea cabinets and marble top, updated for our client with new white upper cabinet doors, hardware, backsplash, counter stools and pendants.

Hilton British Cottage

Aeris Home

If I were to explain the atmosphere in this home, I’d say it’s happy. Natural light, unbelievable view of Lake Murray, the mountains, the green hills, the sky – I used those natural colors as inspiration to come up with a palette for this project. As a result, we were brave enough to go with 3 cabinet colors (natural, oyster and olive), a gorgeous blue granite that’s named Azurite (a very powerful crystal), new appliance layout, raised ceiling, and a hole in the wall (butler’s window) … quite a lot, considering that client’s original goal was to just reface the existing cabinets (see before photos). This remodel turned out to be the most accurate representation of my clients, their way of life and what they wanted to highlight in a space so dear to them. You truly feel like you’re in an English countryside cottage with stellar views, quaint vibe and accessories suitable for any modern family. We love the final result and can’t get enough of that warm abundant light!

Tequesta: Coastal Transitional

PB Built

Large beach style u-shaped kitchen pantry in Miami with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, blue benchtop, quartzite benchtops and exposed beam.

Durchdachte Beleuchtung

Neue Räume - Die Küchen Schreiner

Natürliches Licht ist in der Küche natürlich besonders schön und wird hier dank bodentiefer Fenster gewährleistet. Am Abend sorgen geschickt platzierte Deckenleuchten für das nötige Licht beim Kochen.

Kitchen with Blue Benchtop 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!