Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and with island.

European Hampton Villa

Perello Design & Build

Brown Harris Stevens
This is an example of a large mediterranean u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Decorative posts and quartz countertops

Bradley Stone Industries

3" Apron Edge, Amazon Grey Leather, eased edge, island detail, non-shiny surface. Kitchen countertop is Silestone natural quartz.
Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cleveland with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Kitchen Remodels by Kitchens Etc.

Kitchens Etc. of V.C.

Cabinets in Maple Wood with an Oyster finish. Island in Cherry Wood with a Truffle finish.
This is an example of a traditional eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with white cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, beige floor and raised-panel cabinets.

Kitchen

Oxford Development

A bright, beautiful kitchen with inset white cabinets and generous light and space. A large 48" Kohler Harborview sink with two sets of Rohl faucets make clean up and prep work a breeze. Open shelving accentuates the 10' ceilings. White Carrara marble countertops and crisp white subway tiles help keep the space light and bright. Four-inch oak floors have a dark, custom stain. Paneled appliances help keep a furniture feel in this formal but welcoming home.

Transitional Kitchen

Expansive transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and shaker cabinets.

Маленька угловая кухня

Студия Ремонтов

Маленька угловая кухня вид сверху
Small kitchen in Moscow with a drop-in sink, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic floors, beige floor, multi-coloured benchtop and white cabinets.

A Hidden Delight Kitchen Design

Haile Kitchen & Bath LLC

This transitional style kitchen design in Gainesville is stunning on the surface with hidden treasures behind the kitchen cabinet doors. Crystal Cabinets with contrasting white and dark gray finish cabinetry set the tone for the kitchen style. The space includes a full butler's pantry with a round, hammered metal sink. The cabinetry is accented by Top Knobs hardware and an Ocean Beige quartzite countertop. The white porcelain tile backsplash features Ann Sacks tile in both the kitchen and butler's pantry. A tall pantry cabinet in the kitchen opens to reveal amazing storage for small kitchen appliances and gadgets, which is perfect for an avid home chef or baker. The bottom of this cabinet was customized for the client to create a delightful space for the kids to access an understairs play area. Our team worked with the client to find a unique way to meet the customer's requirement and create a one-of-a-kind space that is perfect for a family with kids. The kitchen incorporates a custom white hood and a farmhouse sink with a Rohl faucet. This kitchen is a delightful space that combines style, functionality, and customized features for a show stopping space at the center of this home.

Crisp, Coastal Kitchen Cabinet Renovation

Elite Cabinets, Inc.

Photo of a transitional single-wall kitchen in Orange County with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and with island.

Renewed First Floor in Perkasie

CUSTOM CRAFT - Design Build Remodel

Storage over the double oven is meticulously captured through vertical shelves perfect for trays and baking sheets.
This is an example of a transitional eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen on Trent

GO Kitchens & Interiors

White Marsh shaker door style wood cabinets with black granite countertops and a custom wood island.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Raleigh with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

A not just white kitchen

Think Chic Interiors

A kitchen that was part of a home extension, features custom made cabinetry. The cabinets are painted with Benjamin Moore decorators white and the island is painted in Benjamin Moore hale navy, the counter tops are a Calcutta quartz, and the backsplash is a marble and brass herringbone. The appliances are stainless steel while the hardware and faucets are brass. The eat in kitchen area has a bit of a farmhouse feel and looks out to the backyard through large double French doors. photography by: Hulya Kolabas

White Kitchen with Black Island, Wilmington NC

BRIDGETT MAZER INTERIORS

Fresh white kitchen with white subway tile, glass pendant lights and a black island. Interior Designer in Wilmington, NC
Inspiration for a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Wilmington with white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and shaker cabinets.

Ultimate Kitchen and Bath

Ultimate Kitchen & Bath

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, subway tile splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Restored Craftsmas Bungalow

JackBilt Homes

Photo of an arts and crafts open plan kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and recessed-panel cabinets.

Croton On Hudson Kitchen

Joan Bigg Design LLC

Working within a set of constraints, whether of space or budget, challenges my creativity and leads to a beautiful end result. The old kitchen used the space very poorly. The intent was just to replace the countertop. But once we investigated, the inferior cabinets needed replacing, too, so a rethink of space usage created a small and stylish kitchen of lasting quality.

Pearson

Kitchens Made Simple

Mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and no island.

Kitchen, Glenbrook

ATD Contracting Services Inc.

Transitional kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and white cabinets.

Kitchens

Kohler

Who knew the farmhouse style could work so beautifully in a minimalist kitchen? Pairing our Vault sink with a Purist faucet keeps the look streamlined.

Fresh Interior

J Steven Kemp Architect

Emily Followill
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen in Atlanta with with island, a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, marble benchtops and brown floor.

Black Kitchen with White Cabinets 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!