Docking Drawer in Studio Dearborn kitchen

A 1920s colonial in a shorefront community in Westchester County had an expansive renovation with new kitchen by Studio Dearborn. Countertops White Macauba; interior design Lorraine Levinson. Photography, Timothy Lenz.

Gray and white kitchen

Kristine Sprague Architect LEED AP

Kevin Sprague
Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, subway tile splashback and brown floor.

Alder Kitchen 3

Cameo Kitchens, Inc.

Kelly Keul Duer and Merima Hopkins
Inspiration for a transitional eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Lavendale | Dallas, TX | Custom Home

Espedal Design Construct

Design ideas for an expansive contemporary eat-in kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige benchtop and glass-front cabinets.

Cleveland Kitchen

Michael Christopher Design

Tony Dailo
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen pantry in Brisbane with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, mirror splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

"Container" House

Coates Design Architecture + Interiors

Container House interior
Design ideas for a small scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, concrete floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Vivienda en Curtis

AD+ arquitectura

fotografías AD+ arquitectura
Inspiration for a small contemporary kitchen in Other with light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor, a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances and grey benchtop.

Northgate Kitchen

H2D Architecture + Design

H2D Architecture + Design - Northgate Kitchen Corian countertop. Photos: Chris Watkins Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and blue benchtop.

Coutts St, Bulimba

Imagine Property Development

custom timber veneer kitchen with integrated appliances
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style kitchen in Brisbane with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

LONG JETTY - Kyal & Kara

DIY Blinds

Beach style galley eat-in kitchen in Central Coast with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Riverview Residence

Square Inch Design

photography: Viktor Ramos
Design ideas for a large modern galley eat-in kitchen in Cincinnati with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Sailfish

Modul Marble-Charlotte

Large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Charlotte with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Riverside Home in New Hope, Bucks County, PA

OMNIA Group Architects

Perched above the beautiful Delaware River in the historic village of New Hope, Bucks County, Pennsylvania sits this magnificent custom home designed by OMNIA Group Architects. According to Partner, Brian Mann,"This riverside property required a nuanced approach so that it could at once be both a part of this eclectic village streetscape and take advantage of the spectacular waterfront setting." Further complicating the study, the lot was narrow, it resides in the floodplain and the program required the Master Suite to be on the main level. To meet these demands, OMNIA dispensed with conventional historicist styles and created an open plan blended with traditional forms punctuated by vast rows of glass windows and doors to bring in the panoramic views of Lambertville, the bridge, the wooded opposite bank and the river. Mann adds, "Because I too live along the river, I have a special respect for its ever changing beauty - and I appreciate that riverfront structures have a responsibility to enhance the views from those on the water." Hence the riverside facade is as beautiful as the street facade. A sweeping front porch integrates the entry with the vibrant pedestrian streetscape. Low garden walls enclose a beautifully landscaped courtyard defining private space without turning its back on the street. Once inside, the natural setting explodes into view across the back of each of the main living spaces. For a home with so few walls, spaces feel surprisingly intimate and well defined. The foyer is elegant and features a free flowing curved stair that rises in a turret like enclosure dotted with windows that follow the ascending stairs like a sculpture. "Using changes in ceiling height, finish materials and lighting, we were able to define spaces without boxing spaces in" says Mann adding, "the dynamic horizontality of the river is echoed along the axis of the living space; the natural movement from kitchen to dining to living rooms following the current of the river." Service elements are concentrated along the front to create a visual and noise barrier from the street and buttress a calm hall that leads to the Master Suite. The master bedroom shares the views of the river, while the bath and closet program are set up for pure luxuriating. The second floor features a common loft area with a large balcony overlooking the water. Two children's suites flank the loft - each with their own exquisitely crafted baths and closets. Continuing the balance between street and river, an open air bell-tower sits above the entry porch to bring life and light to the street. Outdoor living was part of the program from the start. A covered porch with outdoor kitchen and dining and lounge area and a fireplace brings 3-season living to the river. And a lovely curved patio lounge surrounded by grand landscaping by LDG finishes the experience. OMNIA was able to bring their design talents to the finish materials too including cabinetry, lighting, fixtures, colors and furniture.

Pinnacle Road

Bernardo Pozas Residential Design

This is an example of a contemporary eat-in kitchen in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, with island, an undermount sink, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, black floor, white benchtop and light wood cabinets.

30'S

Studio ido

Linéaire réalisé sur-mesure en bois de peuplier. L'objectif était d'agrandir l'espace de préparation, de créer du rangement supplémentaire et d'organiser la zone de lavage autour du timbre en céramique d'origine. Le tout harmoniser par le bois de peuplier et un fin plan de travail en céramique. Garder apparente la partie technique (chauffe-eau et tuyaux) est un parti-pris. Tout comme celui de conserver la carrelage et la faïence. Ce linéaire est composé de gauche à droite d'un réfrigérateur sous plan, d'un four + tiroir et d'une plaque gaz, d'un coulissant à épices, d'un lave-linge intégré et d'un meuble sous évier. Ce dernier est sur-mesure afin de s'adapter aux dimensions de l'évier en céramique.

Electric & Vibrant Contemporary Kitchen

Simply Baths & Kitchens

This bold room is a true reflection of the homeowners and their energetic personalities and lifestyle. The intelligence of this design is in the clever use of clean fixed finishes, complimented by bold accessories and color. The neutral shaker cabinetry could be at home in any house. The black granite is a crisp contrast to the blonde maple wood. The glass countertop, the contemporary light fixture and bold paint color are what bring that electric spark into this room.

Endo Renovation

Linda Brettler Architect

Brettler incorporates many built-ins, including banquette seating for the kitchen table, bookshelves integrated into the kitchen island, and a double-sided glass cabinet acting as a room divider between dining room and kitchen. Photo: Grey Crawford

Orlando

Busby Cabinets

Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances.

Fabuwood Kitches Built by Doorway Interiors

Fabuwood Cabinetry

What's not to love about this great Nexus Frost kitchen and island built by Doorway Interiors in Monroe, NY?
Inspiration for a large eat-in kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Chevy Chase - Mid Century

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Photo of a large midcentury u-shaped kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, light hardwood floors, with island and vaulted.

Blue Kitchen with Light Wood 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!