Photo of a mid-sized transitional open plan kitchen in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Westbourne Grove

Lex McMillan Architects Ltd

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula and white cabinets.

Stanmore Terrace Project

Dan Kitchens Australia

An eclectic terrace home with a modern style kitchen opened up to the living room, separated by an exposed glass shelf display. Other notable Features: narrow cantilevered island with seating for 6, integrated appliances, Caesarstone Raw Concrete benchtops and large concrete tiles. Photos: Paul Worsley @ Live By The Sea

Lake Grande

Mr Shopper Studio

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Singapore with white cabinets, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, beige floor and white benchtop.

Tutts Clump - Restored Cottage with Bespoke Kitchen & Joinery

Ben Heath Interiors

The kitchen is handmade oak designed by Ben Heath. The pantry features adjustable shelving with dogs teeth and also drawers. The curved units lead into the kitchen entrance. The splashback is antique mirrored glass and limestone worktop. Photos by James Wilson at Jaw Designs Edited at Ben Heath

Metal Tiles

DecorMosaic Tiles

Stainless Steel Mosaic tile is the best mirror tile in the kitchen, we
Inspiration for a small modern single-wall kitchen pantry in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, tile benchtops, grey splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Medick Way

Jamee Parish Architects, LLC

This is a colonial revival home where we added a substantial addition and remodeled most of the existing spaces. The kitchen was enlarged and opens into a new screen porch and back yard.

Colville Road Kitchen, Butler's Pantry & Powder Room Remodel

ReVision Design/Remodeling

The contemporary island features two mitered counter top surfaces, a prep sink, ice maker, hidden warming drawer, trash and recycling, and a paneled wine refrigerator for maximum storage and efficiency for entertaining.

Queen Anne Bungalow Kitchen

Savvy Cabinetry Design Interiors

Three different finishes complete this Dura Supreme kitchen. Here the white painted and cherry show off against a dark Caesarstone Quartz counter top. The microwave has custom stainless steel side panels.

Classic Laurelhurst Kitchen

Board & Vellum

John Wilbanks Photography
Inspiration for a traditional kitchen in Seattle with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, mirror splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Park Grove

Italkraft

Large modern l-shaped separate kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Home Renovation - Surrey Hills

Damco Kitchens

Damco Kitchens
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a double-bowl sink, marble benchtops, mirror splashback and a peninsula.

Miramar Lakes

Cornerstone Builders of SWFL

Todd Mortenson
Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with mirror splashback, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, multiple islands, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Crisp & Clean White Kitchen in NYC

Bilotta Kitchen & Home

This clean, contemporary, white kitchen, in a New York City penthouse, was designed by Bilotta's Goran Savic and Regina Bilotta in collaboration with Jennifer Post of Jennifer Post Design. The cabinetry is Bilotta’s contemporary line, Artcraft. A flat panel door in a high-gloss white lacquer finish, the base cabinet hardware is a channel system while the tall cabinets have long brushed stainless pulls. All of the appliances are Miele, either concealed behind white lacquer panels or featured in their “Brilliant White” finish to keep the clean, integrated design. On the island, the Gaggenau cooktop sits flush with the crisp white Corian countertop; on the parallel wall the sink is integrated right into the Corian top. The mirrored backsplash gives the illusion of a more spacious kitchen – after all, large, eat-in kitchens are at a premium in Manhattan apartments! At the same time it offers view of the cityscape on the opposite side of the apartment. Designer: Bilotta Designer, Goran Savic and Regina Bilotta with Jennifer Post of Jennifer Post Design Photo Credit:Peter Krupenye

RG Custom Home, New Hope,PA

OMNIA Group Architects

Beautiful new construction, this kitchen is designed for entertaining. Notice the center island between the cooking wall and the cabinets with hardwood flooring.

An Island Statement

The Myers Touch

In collaboration with the client’s architect, AR Design the layout of the kitchen was already in place. However, upon meeting the client it was clear she wanted a ‘wow’ island, symmetry in design and plenty of functional storage. As well as a contemporary, family-friendly space it was also important the space that still respected the heritage of the house. The original walls of the property had many angled walls and featured some tight spaces, so careful consideration of SieMatic's cabinetry choices was given to ensure maximum functionality in those spaces. After much consideration, The Myers Touch specified SieMatic’s SC10 Cabinetry in a Provence Oak Laminate finish which was placed in a framed-style at the rear wall. The same cabinetry was specified for under the island to create contrast with the new and original material features in the space. In order for the family to keep the kitchen uncluttered, careful planning of internal storage systems was considered in the form of using SieMatic’s internal Drawer boxes and their MultiMatic internal storage system which were used to store smaller items such as spices and sauces, as well whilst providing space for slide-out drawers and storage baskets. To ensure an elegant yet ‘wow’ factor central island, The Myers Touch combined contrasting textures by using 30mm Silestone Eternal Calacatta natural stone, polished worktops with ‘waterfall island’ edges and a Corian solid surface back panel. The distinctive geometric patterned Corian panel in Cameo White looks particularly spectacular at night when the owner's turn on the architectural-toned lighting under the island. Appliances chosen for the island included a sophisticated Elica Illusion extractor hood so it could be totally integrated in the new architectural space without visual distraction, a Siemens iQ500 Induction Hob with touch-slide control and a Caple Under-counter Wine cabinet. To maximise every inch of the new space, and to ensure the owners had a place for everything, The Myers Touch also used additional cabinetry and storage options in the island such as extra deep drawers to store saucepans, cutlery, and everyday crockery. The eye-catching Antique-bronze mirrored splashback not only helps to provide the illusion of extra space, but reinforces family ‘togetherness’ as it reflects and links the rear of the kitchen ‘snug’ area where family members can sit and relax or work when not in the main kitchen extension area. The original toned brickwork and 18th Century steel windows in the original part of the extension also helps to tell the story about the older part of the house which now juxtaposes to the new, contemporary kitchen living extension. A handy door was also included in the extension which leads to the garage on the main road for family convenience and over-flow storage. Photography by Paul Craig (Reproduction of image by request only - joy@bakerpr.co.uk)

Randolph Avenue London

Studio Sidika

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, mirror splashback, brown floor, beige benchtop, an undermount sink, metallic splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors and no island.

Millennium Tower

Elms Interior Design

Michael J. Lee
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary eat-in kitchen in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, mirror splashback, with island, an undermount sink, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Mosman Renovation

Angela Steyn & Co Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, white benchtop and mirror splashback.

Custom Design - Kitchen - The Lakes

Blue Heron

Photo of an expansive contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Las Vegas with a drop-in sink, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands, beige floor and white benchtop.

Beige Kitchen with Mirror Splashback 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!