Kitchen with Concrete Worktops and Ceramic Splashback Ideas and Designs

Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, pink cabinets, concrete worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, lino flooring, an island, green floors, grey worktops, a timber clad ceiling and feature lighting.

Mike + Samantha's Kitchen and Bathroom

Encircle Design and Build

Michelle Ruber
Design ideas for a small modern enclosed kitchen in Portland with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, lino flooring and no island.

Stubbs Residence

Geoff Chick & Associates

Inspiration for a large nautical l-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with a built-in sink, grey cabinets, concrete worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands, brown floors, white worktops and a coffered ceiling.

ISLAND PROJECT

PREVALENT PROJECTS

Warm modern bohemian beach house kitchen. Cement countertop island, white marble counters.
Design ideas for a coastal l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, concrete worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, grey worktops, medium wood cabinets, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.

Bel-Air

Lion Builder Construction Inc

Remodeled by Lion Builder construction Design By Veneer Designs
Inspiration for a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, concrete worktops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and white worktops.

Irwin Farmhouse

Irwin Construction, LLC

Darby Kate Photography
Photo of a medium sized farmhouse l-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, concrete worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and grey worktops.

Bend Oregon Kitchen Addition and Remodel

Karen Smuland Architect, LLC

Cheryl McIntosh Photographer | greatthingsaredone.com
Inspiration for a medium sized scandinavian l-shaped kitchen in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and grey worktops.

10th Street Renovation

West End Interiors

Kitchen Renovation, concrete countertops, herringbone slate flooring, and open shelving over the sink make the space cozy and functional. Handmade mosaic behind the sink that adds character to the home.

Pebble Beach Retreat

Cheng Design

The use of natural tones punctuated by eclectic details, like semi-precious stones inlaid in concrete, keep spaces unified and modern, but not minimalist. Cabinetry that opens up like a bento or puzzle box adds whimsy and surprise and provides more access to the cabinet’s interior. Concealed cabinet hinge-devices, a Venetian hand-plastered custom hood, a large Cheng-brand stainless steel sink with cutting board rails, and a slab of California figured walnut used as a bar top offer a sculptural dimension and illustrates Cheng Design's “emotional ergonomics” design approach. Kitchen island, countertops, and living room fireplace surround—all in concrete designed and fabricated by Cheng Design Geocrete Shop. Photography by Tim Maloney

Geddes Ravine Residence

Beechwood Building & Design

Contemporary styling and a large, welcoming island insure that this kitchen will be the place to be for many family gatherings and nights of entertaining. Jeff Garland Photogrpahy

Küchenarbeitsplatte mit Beton Ciré

Heinemann Homestaging & Redesign

Photo of a large modern kitchen in Essen with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete worktops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and grey worktops.

Completed Projects

mortise concrete ltd

Photo of a medium sized contemporary single-wall enclosed kitchen in London with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, concrete worktops, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and brown floors.

Eades Townhouse

Urbane Architects

Kilic
Photo of a small urban galley open plan kitchen in DC Metro with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.

Douceur de vivre à Paris

Miriam Gassmann

Inspiration for a scandi l-shaped kitchen/diner in Paris with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete worktops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, concrete flooring, a breakfast bar, blue floors and blue worktops.

Piseco Lake Residence- Kitchen

Phinney Design Group

Elizabeth Haynes
Design ideas for a large rustic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete worktops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and grey worktops.

Elfin Kitchen

Rock Paper Hammer

Construction by Deep Creek Builders, Photography by Sara Rounsavall
Inspiration for a medium sized classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Louisville with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, concrete worktops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.

Sausalito Kitchen

Antonio Martins Interior Design

Elegant modern kitchen created by combining custom cabinets, ceasar stone counter tops, Artistic Tile backsplash and Gregorious Pineo LIght Fixture. Custom cabinets all finished by hand with custom color and glaze by Fabian Fine furniture. Photos by Christopher Stark

Driftwood Retreat

Erica Keast Heroy, Architect

Casey Woods
Design ideas for a large country galley kitchen/diner in Austin with concrete flooring, a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, concrete worktops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.

ISLAND PROJECT

PREVALENT PROJECTS

Warm modern bohemian beach house kitchen. Cement countertop island, white marble counters.
Inspiration for a modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and grey worktops.

Notting Hill Canopy

Perspectives Architecture & Design

Rénovation d'une cuisine, d'un séjour et d'une salle de bain dans un appartement de 70 m2. Création d'un meuble sur mesure à l'entrée, un bar sur mesure avec plan de travail en béton ciré et un meuble de salle d'eau sur mesure.

Kitchen with Concrete Worktops and Ceramic Splashback 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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