Mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Farmhouse

Custom Corners LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Shabby Chic Kitchen

Morgan McMurphy Renovation & Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style galley eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and with island.

Heavy-duty mixer base & accessory storage

Bay Area Kitchens

This mixer base provides sturdy support and easy storage of this heavy-duty mixer,along with storage for accessories on the roll-out shelf below.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and beige floor.

Coffered Kitchen

SWANSON RENOVATIONS - LUXURY DESIGN & BUILD

Mid-sized country u-shaped kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, granite benchtops, stone tile splashback and brown floor.

N Residence | Saratoga

Via Builders, Inc.

Dean J. Birinyi Architectural Photography http://www.djbphoto.com

Chaleur Traditionnelle

3Design M.R

Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Montreal with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Kitchen Makeover in Port Washington

HOMEREDI

delivering exquisite Kitchens for our discerning clients not only we at HOMEREDI bring you our many years of Renovation Expertise but we also extend our Full Contractor’s Discounted Pricing for the purchase of your Cabinets, Tiles, Counter-tops as well as all desired Fixtures.

Painted Cabinets

Everingham Design

Large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Modern Kitchen Remodeling - Castle Hill

NOMI - Luxury Bathroom Remodel

The Modern-Style Kitchen Includes Italian custom-made cabinetry, electrically operated, new custom-made pantries, granite backsplash, wood flooring and granite countertops. The kitchen island combined exotic quartzite and accent wood countertops. Appliances included: built-in refrigerator with custom hand painted glass panel, wolf appliances, and amazing Italian Terzani chandelier.

Hunter Yoga Kitchen

Paul Lafrance Design

This kitchen harmonizes clean lines and soothing, functional design without sacrificing the ability to handle heavy-duty utility. Designed and built by Paul Lafrance Design.

Farmhouse

Natalie Howe Design

Ryann Ford
Design ideas for a large transitional eat-in kitchen in Austin with white cabinets, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, shaker cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, brown floor, black benchtop and with island.

Blue Cabinet Kitchen

Envision Cabinetry, LLC

Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Phoenix with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

White Grey Kitchen

ASCO GRANITE COUNTERTOPS

Photo of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with granite benchtops, a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

Chefs view in this Tuscan kitchen, granite ledge on the bay window

KraftMaster Renovations

Drawing inspiration from old-world Europe, Tuscan-style decorating is never short on drama or elegance. We brought a touch of that old-world charm into this home with design elements that looks refined, warm, and just a touch of rustic. This Tuscan kitchen design is basically inspired by Italian forms and designs. Granite -Juparana Crema Bordeaux Backsplash - Tam Petra Stone Orsini - Listello - ABCF (Pencil) - 1x12 - ABC Photo Credit - Blackstock Photography

Contemporary Farmhouse Kitchen

Arch-Interiors Design Group, Inc.

A stainless steel Wolf range is crowned by a custom wood hood surround, concealing a commercial grade venting system and within the island is a built-in microwave which keeps the counters free from heavy looking appliances.

Skillman project

MAWR Design

This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Classic White and Navy Blue in Larchmont

Studio Dearborn

This 1920s colonial had “great bones” but the small, dark galley kitchen needed an overhaul. Studio Dearborn designed a fresh, inviting space with white and navy inset cabinetry crafted from solid maple. The navy blue island, albeit small, packs a ton of storage. The island is color matched to Benjamin Moore Hale Navy. White cabinetry in Benjamin Moore’s White Opulence, with white cararra marble countertops and white thassos mosaic backsplash keep the kitchen feeling light and airy. A banquette provides cozy family seating near the bar. Photography by Tim Lenz. Architect, Greg Lewis.

Millstone Terrace

Webber Development & Construction

Rustic White Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Pelleco Projects

Pelleco Home Design

Large contemporary kitchen in Phoenix with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, ceramic floors and a peninsula.

Black Kitchen with Stone Tile 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!