Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Sebastopol Farmhouse

Annadel Builders

Inspiration for a large u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Belvue Lane Residence

William Guidero Planning and Design

Contractor: Legacy CDM Inc. | Interior Designer: Kim Woods & Trish Bass | Photographer: Jola Photography
This is an example of a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Stapleton Home Renovation

TVL Creative Ltd.

Expansive contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Georgetown

User

Mid-sized transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Dark Blue Geometric Kitchen

Sustainable Kitchens

View of a double larder and counter top corner cupboard in a shaker kitchen in Bristol painted in Farrow & Ball Hague Blue. Antique brass knobs are used on the doors. The cabinets are topped with Arabescato Corcia Marble worktops. Bert & May tiles provide a splashback topped of with a floating oak shelf. Photographer - Charlie O'Beirne

Timeless Kitchen and Bath Project

Erika Bruder Interior Design LLC

Michael Hillman
This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Project 3 in New Canaan CT

Amazing Spaces

A handy pot filler over the stove is framed by beautiful metallic accent tile in a chevron pattern. Ilir Rizaj
Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen

Cabochon Surfaces & Fixtures

This welcoming kitchen features custom white inset cabinetry complete with carved corbels flanking the hood beautifully contrasted by the black granite counter tops. On the island the color palette was reversed with a painted black island covered in calacatta gold marble. Lively blue glass tiles accent the backsplash and give this gorgeous kitchen a bright pop of color.

Kitchen

Blue Truck

The kitchen as viewed from the blue "Cabinet Core" hallway from the entry foyer. GTODD photography © 2012
Photo of a modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Spacious Contemporary Interior Remodel & ADU

Lux Builders & Remodeling Inc.

Family friendly open kitchen.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Classic Style Modern Vibes

Studio Dearborn

After living in their home for nearly 20 years, for their second renovation of this kitchen they decided to do it right--a small addition to the rear of the home and large windows allow views of the backyard and light to flow into this warm contemporary kitchen. Sarah Robertson of Studio Dearborn helped her client renovate their kitchen to capture the views and vibe they were after. Pale rift oak cabinetry is punctuated with grey/blue glass uppers, bringing color and reflective light into this welcoming space. A tiny mosaic from Artistic Tile picks up on the blue theme adding texture and pattern to the calming vibes of this space. Photos Adam Macchia. For more information, you may visit our website at www.studiodearborn.com or email us at info@studiodearborn.com.

Navy Blue Transitional Kitchen Remodel in Aldie, VA

USA Cabinet Store Fairfax

Mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Gladwyne Modern-Rustic Farmhouse Kitchen

Greenprints Design Studio LLC

This tiny kitchen located on the Main Line is hidden within an orginal old farmhouse in Gladwyne, Pennsylvania. This gorgeous kitchen is not only charming, it also has very clean modern lines and elements. The clients selected the classic white, painted shaker cabinets from Fabuwood Cabinetry. The selection of all white materials, including a traditional white subway tile, white quartz countertops, and a simple white shaker door style gives this kitchen the sleek, modern style. The old laminate floor was removed to expose the beautiful, orginal hardwood floors that were refinsihed to bring out the more traditional, rustic farmhouse look. Although this kitchen is small, the white cabinets and finishes give the illusion that the space is much larger. This cozy kitchen is elegant, clean and stunning. The design kept the style of the kitchen true to the farmhouse style of the home while also adding a touch of modern to complete the design.

North Capitol Hill Kitchen

Luxe Stijl Design

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and black benchtop.

Blue Accent Island

PMV Custom Finishes Inc

Close up view of this beautifully detailed island. Made up of a mix of existing and new cabinet boxes with a custom panel wrap around the sides and back.

Maxwell Home Plan

Eastbrook Homes

Photographed by Next Door Photography
Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Blue & White Transitional Kitchen: Spice Rack

Tesi Design, Inc. Interiors and Cabinetry

A cook’s kitchen is designed based on the needs and patterns of prepping, cooking and cleaning. Strategically placed next to the range for easy access to the cook’s oils and spices!

Contemporary Ranch Reno

12/12 Architects & Planners

This family of 5 was quickly out-growing their 1,220sf ranch home on a beautiful corner lot. Rather than adding a 2nd floor, the decision was made to extend the existing ranch plan into the back yard, adding a new 2-car garage below the new space - for a new total of 2,520sf. With a previous addition of a 1-car garage and a small kitchen removed, a large addition was added for Master Bedroom Suite, a 4th bedroom, hall bath, and a completely remodeled living, dining and new Kitchen, open to large new Family Room. The new lower level includes the new Garage and Mudroom. The existing fireplace and chimney remain - with beautifully exposed brick. The homeowners love contemporary design, and finished the home with a gorgeous mix of color, pattern and materials. The project was completed in 2011. Unfortunately, 2 years later, they suffered a massive house fire. The house was then rebuilt again, using the same plans and finishes as the original build, adding only a secondary laundry closet on the main level.

Modern Farmhouse Remodel

Meredith Owen Interiors

Large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Blue Kitchen 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!