Kitchen with a Submerged Sink and Porcelain Flooring Ideas and Designs

Chris Rossetti at Main Line Kitchen Design

Bob Graham Jr. Photography
Photo of a medium sized traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in Philadelphia with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and an island.

Modern Old Naples Home

BUILD

@Amber Frederiksen Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Miami with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and an island.

Autumn Wind

Room Resolutions

"Let there be light!" Vaulted ceilings and pendant lighting with coordinating island light brighten up this kitchen. The stainless steel appliances and lightly stained alder custom cabinets add to the aesthetics of this remodel. Photography by Victor Bernard

European cabinets Bluzonite countertops

Amos Tile LV

Complete kitchen remodel. Cut upper bar extend peninsula. New custom cabinets and Bluzonite granite.
Large kitchen/diner in Las Vegas with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, granite splashback, porcelain flooring, beige floors and white worktops.

Greyhawk Modern

Chimera Interior Design

A double island and warm walnut cabinets create a stunning kitchen.
Large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Phoenix with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, porcelain flooring, multiple islands, white floors and white worktops.

Pullout Stairs (Closed)

C&K Custom Remodeling Inc.

This kitchen in a 1911 Craftsman home has taken on a new life full of color and personality. Inspired by the client’s colorful taste and the homes of her family in The Philippines, we leaned into the wild for this design. The first thing the client told us is that she wanted terra cotta floors and green countertops. Beyond this direction, she wanted a place for the refrigerator in the kitchen since it was originally in the breakfast nook. She also wanted a place for waste receptacles, to be able to reach all the shelves in her cabinetry, and a special place to play Mahjong with friends and family. The home presented some challenges in that the stairs go directly over the space where we wanted to move the refrigerator. The client also wanted us to retain the built-ins in the dining room that are on the opposite side of the range wall, as well as the breakfast nook built ins. The solution to these problems were clear to us, and we quickly got to work. We lowered the cabinetry in the refrigerator area to accommodate the stairs above, as well as closing off the unnecessary door from the kitchen to the stairs leading to the second floor. We utilized a recycled body porcelain floor tile that looks like terra cotta to achieve the desired look, but it is much easier to upkeep than traditional terra cotta. In the breakfast nook we used bold jungle themed wallpaper to create a special place that feels connected, but still separate, from the kitchen for the client to play Mahjong in or enjoy a cup of coffee. Finally, we utilized stair pullouts by all the upper cabinets that extend to the ceiling to ensure that the client can reach every shelf.

Дизайн квартиры в стиле Mid-century

Сигнал - архитектурно-строительная компания

Photo of a medium sized classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Moscow with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, black appliances, porcelain flooring, no island, white floors and white worktops.

The galley workstation sink

Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly, Inc. (CKD, CBD, CR)

Inspiration for a large modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, integrated appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, grey floors and white worktops.

Portside Court Townhouse

Simply Home Decorating

What comes to mind when you envision the perfect multi-faceted living spaces? Is it an expansive amount of counter space at which to cook, work, or entertain freely? Abundant and practical cabinet organization to keep clutter at bay and the space looking beautiful? Or perhaps the answer is all of the above, along with a cosy spot to retreat after the long day is complete. The project we are sharing with you here has each of these elements in spades: spaces that combine beauty with function, promote comfort and relaxation, and make time at home enjoyable for this active family of three. Our main focus was to remodel the kitchen, where we hoped to create a functional layout for everyday use. Our clients also hoped to incorporate a home office right into the kitchen itself. However, the clients realized that renovation the kitchen alone wouldn’t create the full transformation they were looking for. Kitchens interact intimately with their adjacent spaces, especially family rooms, and we were determined to elevate their daily living experience from top to bottom. We redesigned the kitchen and living area to increase work surfaces and storage solutions, create comfortable and luxurious spaces to unwind, and update the overall aesthetic to fit their more modern, collected taste. Here’s how it turned out…

TATLIN apartments

num.21

Inspiration for an expansive contemporary grey and white single-wall kitchen/diner in Moscow with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, concrete worktops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, porcelain flooring, no island, grey floors and beige worktops.

Modern Bamboo Kitchen Design

Bilotta Kitchen & Home

A convergence of sleek contemporary style and organic elements culminate in this elevated esthetic. High gloss white contrasts with sustainable bamboo veneers, run horizontally, and stained a warm matte caramel color. The showpiece is the 3” bamboo framing around the tall units, engineered in strips that perfectly align with the breaks in the surrounding cabinetry. So as not to clutter the clean lines of the flat panel doors, the white cabinets open with touch latches, most of which have lift-up mechanisms. Base cabinets have integrated channel hardware in stainless steel, echoing the appliances. Storage abounds, with such conveniences as tray partitions, corner swing-out lazy susans, and assorted dividers and inserts for the profusion of large drawers. Pure white quartz countertops terminate in a waterfall end at the peninsula, where there’s room for three comfortable stools under the overhang. A unique feature is the execution of the cooktop: it’s set flush into the countertop, with a fascia of quartz below it; the cooktop’s knobs are set into that fascia. To assure a clean look throughout, the quartz is continued onto the backsplashes, punctuated by a sheet of stainless steel behind the rangetop and hood. Serenity and style in a hardworking space. This project was designed in collaboration with Taylor Viazzo Architects. Photography by Jason Taylor, R.A., AIA. Written by Paulette Gambacorta, adapted for Houzz Bilotta Designer: Danielle Florie Architect: Taylor Viazzo Architects Photographer: Jason Taylor, R.A., AIA

Дом на Кедровой

АВИЛА. Студия интерьера и архитектуры

Photo of a medium sized traditional l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Saint Petersburg with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, no island, brown floors, brown worktops and a drop ceiling.

Кухня, вид на остров

Татьяна Вакуева | Abwarten!

Photo of a large contemporary grey and white l-shaped open plan kitchen in Moscow with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, brown splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, white floors, white worktops and exposed beams.

Bevlane Project

Riki S. Design

Kitchen remodel featuring a statement island
This is an example of a large modern u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, grey floors, multicoloured worktops and all types of ceiling.

French Country Kitchen

Eisenbrandt Companies

The most elegant, cozy, quaint, french country kitchen in the heart of Roland Park. Simple shaker-style white cabinets decorated with a mix of lacquer gold latches, knobs, and ring pulls. Custom french-cafe-inspired hood with an accent of calacattta marble 3x6 subway tile. A center piece of the white Nostalgie Series 36 Inch Freestanding Dual Fuel Range with Natural Gas and 5 Sealed Brass Burners to pull all the gold accents together. Small custom-built island wrapped with bead board and topped with a honed Calacatta Vagli marble with ogee edges. Black ocean honed granite throughout kitchen to bring it durability, function, and contrast!

Palm Harbor Kitchen Renovation

Smith & Steele Designs & Renovations

This is an example of a medium sized traditional enclosed kitchen in Tampa with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.

Beach front penthouse apartment

Elixir Interior Design

Modern kitchen with matte grey units, marble/quartz worktop accented with yellow.
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Sussex with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, integrated appliances, porcelain flooring, no island, grey floors and multicoloured worktops.

appartamento da vivere insieme

Isabella Maruti e Paola Bonfante architette

This is an example of a medium sized contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Milan with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, yellow splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, grey floors and grey worktops.

MLL | Balanced Contradictions

PLUS ULTRA studio

Foto: Federico Villa Studio
Inspiration for a medium sized scandi grey and teal l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Milan with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, no island, multi-coloured floors and grey worktops.

Contemporary Mediterranean Escape in the City

JTID Inc.

The kitchen opens onto the great room and the entryway. Across the hall, a cozy den can be seen in the distance. .
Medium sized mediterranean u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, a breakfast bar, multi-coloured floors, multicoloured worktops and a drop ceiling.

Kitchen with a Submerged Sink and Porcelain Flooring Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of kitchen designs and ideas; from kitchen islands and storage units, to all sorts of kitchen lighting ideas, such as pendant lighting or under cabinet lighting. Whether you want inspiration for all-in-one fitted kitchen designs, some small kitchen ideas or maybe just some tips for improving your kitchen decor, there are tons of photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of kitchen design should I go for?

With so many kitchen ideas and photos to look at you might be a bit overwhelmed when it comes to picking your own kitchen design. If you are updating your kitchen you know what a big and important decision it is to get the design right – the kitchen can be the hub and heart of the home, and it’s unlikely that you would invest in renovating your kitchen again in a few years. But fear not, focusing first on the important elements like layout, cabinet style, worktops and appliances will help you to bring together your dream kitchen design. Additional elements like kitchen lighting, cupboard storage and decor can come after in the kitchen planning process. A kitchen designer or fitter can help you to decide the layout of your kitchen in terms of where to place your kitchen units, appliances and island (if you’re having one), but if you prefer to handle this yourself you can focus on where you want your key elements of your kitchen to be – the oven, hob, sink and fridge. Of course you might be constricted by space, but try to envisage the easiest and most efficient layout based on how you usually like to cook and prepare your food. If you’re fed up of always having to carry dirty pans and pots across the room to the sink, place the sink closer to your oven and hob. Once you have the core elements sorted, consider extra layout considerations, such as where your bins will be stored, where the cutlery draw should be and where small kitchen appliances can be installed.

Should I include a kitchen island?

Kitchen island ideas are abundant these days; it seems most kitchen designs include a kitchen island, if not multiple islands. However, if the layout doesn’t work, especially if you have a small kitchen, then there’s no necessity to add in a kitchen island. You can add a breakfast bar or counter to your existing kitchen units, or stick with a good old-fashioned dining table if you don’t need the extra work surfaces. That said, if you do have the room, take a look at some kitchen island ideas to see if the designs inspire you for your kitchen. There are a huge variety of island designs to cater to different needs – you can have sinks, ovens, hobs, wine storage and all sorts of drawers and organisers built-in, you can have separate bars and counters that extend from your island, or you could go for a kitchen island on wheels to make your kitchen layout more versatile.

How do I choose my kitchen units and cabinets?

When picking out kitchen units and cupboard styles for a fitted kitchen, you’ll first want to consider the more practical questions – how many units do you need? How many cupboards and drawers do you need? Do you need extra kitchen storage built into your units? It’s always best to overestimate how much kitchen storage you’ll need as we all tend to have a habit of filling up whatever current space we have to the maximum. Next you can consider kitchen cabinet style and colour. Shaker style cabinets and raised and recessed panel cabinets offer a more traditional kitchen cabinet look, while flat panel cabinet doors tend to lend more to the modern and contemporary style. However, going for raised or recessed panel work in a striking colour such as dark blue, green or black can still work with contemporary kitchen ideas. White kitchens can give a sleek and clean feel, but remember you may have to do a bit more cleaning of those cupboard doors if you want everything to stay shiny and fresh. Of course, grey kitchens are the neutral colour choice du jour and can be paired with pale and rich shades alike if you want your fitted kitchen cupboards to contrast with your worktop, splashback, floor, or all of the above. Exposed shelving and storage is also popular for eclectic, Scandi and industrial-inspired looks, so you could opt for glass-fronted cabinets or no wall-mounted cabinets at all. Remember that this will require more restraint in what you can store and more effort in keeping it looking presentable compared to what is stored away hastily behind cupboard doors. The kitchen cupboard handles are also another element to decide upon – do you want traditional round knobs, modern metal bars, country kitchen cup handles or maybe to go ultra sleek with a completely handleless kitchen?

What kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your kitchen well-stocked and well-equipped but don’t want it spilling over with clutter, then you’ll need to rely on good kitchen storage. Apart from the usual fitted kitchen cupboards and drawer space, there are many other ways of keeping your kitchen tidy. Whilst a large kitchen pantry is the dream of most homeowners, it can’t always be a reality. However, there are now lots of pull out compartments and drawers with trays and shelving that can act as mini kitchen pantries, and you can install handy cupboard organisers that fit onto the inside of the door to make the most of your cupboard space. You can also look at corner drawers and cupboards that open up to reveal lots of extra storage. Rails or small shelves along your kitchen walls or splashback can help with hanging utensils or pans, or storing small items like herbs and spices in an usually empty space. Buy extra kitchen storage products for your home on Houzz

Are there small kitchen ideas for small spaces?

If you’re working with a galley kitchen, a one-wall kitchen in an open plan space or just a pretty small kitchen, there are some small kitchen ideas that can help you get the most out of your cooking and dining area. If you find that you don’t utilise the back of your cupboards (maybe they become the graveyard for out-of-date tin cans), you could decide to go with shallower kitchen units to free up some extra floor space in front of your cabinets. As mentioned, open shelving or glass-fronted cabinets are a popular trend and they should make the space feel more open and less boxed-in. However, if you have the capacity for it, cupboards and kitchen units that maximise the floor-to-ceiling space you have will mean you can use all of that for valuable kitchen storage. Wall or ceiling racks could be a useful solution for hanging pans and pots if you’ve run out of cupboards in which to store them. Kitchen ideas and accessories such as baskets, trolleys and storage jars are both aesthetically pleasing and practical as they give you extra storage space. Kitchen appliances like a fridge or dishwasher can be tucked away in built-in units in fitted kitchens so they blend into your layout and don’t make the space look crowded. Discover all the small kitchen ideas you could need by taking a look at photos of compact kitchens.

What sort of kitchen lighting should I go for?

In the kitchen you need to have practical lighting – no one wants to chop, cut and cook in a dingy room. Kitchen ceiling lights are probably the best way to go, but should you opt for recessed spotlights or traditional hanging ceiling lights? While spotlight LED kitchen lighting will give you excellent light, they may not fit with a design that’s not contemporary. Traditional chandelier lights could work for other kitchen styles, and of course, kitchen pendant lighting comes in all sorts of styles, colours and designs. While the popular choice is to go with one or two pendant lights over your kitchen island, you could also opt for a single pendant light over your dining space, or a few spaced out across your kitchen. Of course, if you want good lighting for your worktops, under-cabinet lighting is the way forward. Speak to your kitchen supplier about having this pre-installed, or there are a number of easy-install options you can fit yourself or with the help of a lighting expert or electrician. In the market for your kitchen lighting today? Once you’ve found some inspiring kitchen lighting ideas here, take a look at our kitchen lighting products to find the new lights for your kitchen project.

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