Gorgeous all blue kitchen cabinetry featuring brass and gold accents on hood, pendant lights and cabinetry hardware. The stunning intracoastal waterway views and sparkling turquoise water add more beauty to this fabulous kitchen.

Кухонная зона

Alexandra Protasova

This is an example of a contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Novosibirsk with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor, beige benchtop, timber, solid surface benchtops and black appliances.

1926 Cottage Guesthouse

Johnson Consulting

This project was a rehabilitation from a 1926 maid's quarters into a guesthouse. Tiny house.
Photo of a small traditional l-shaped kitchen in Little Rock with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, brown benchtop, timber, timber splashback and stainless steel appliances.

WASHINGTON KITCHEN

John Colepaugh

Kitchen in Washington Ct Customer wanted eclectic design
Inspiration for a large eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Bridgeport with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island, black floor, black benchtop and timber.

Tween Attic Hangout Space

Two Hands Interiors

A teen hangout destination with a comfortable boho vibe - with custom snack station. This custom dry bar in a custom blue is completed with Top Knobs hardware and retail accessories. Design by Two Hands Interiors. See the rest of this cozy attic hangout space on our website. #tweenroom #teenroom

Lakeside Getaway

RLH Studio

Spacecrafting Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style single-wall open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, white benchtop and timber.

Laurel - Complete Interior Remodel

G.B. Construction and Development, Inc.

Completely remodeled beach house with an open floor plan, beautiful light wood floors and an amazing view of the water. After walking through the entry with the open living room on the right you enter the expanse with the sitting room at the left and the family room to the right. The original double sided fireplace is updated by removing the interior walls and adding a white on white shiplap and brick combination separated by a custom wood mantle the wraps completely around. Continue through the family room to the kitchen with a large island and an amazing dining area. The blue island and the wood ceiling beam add warmth to this white on white coastal design. The shiplap hood with the custom wood band tie the shiplap ceiling and the wood ceiling beam together to complete the design.

Rénovation complète d'un rdc dans une villa, ouverture du mur de séparation cuisine salle à manger et création d'un îlot de cuisine conviviale
Inspiration for a mid-sized country galley open plan kitchen in Lyon with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop and timber.

Steveston Condo

Strokes Fine Painting & Renovations

Custom recessed panelled cabinets, stainless steel under mount sink, white quartz countertops, blue offset tiled backsplash.
Contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, no island, brown floor, white benchtop and timber.

Cedar Rock Farms 8

Curtis White Companies

This is an example of a mid-sized l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Birmingham with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and timber.

Waterford Estates Main Level

Nate's Custom Renovations

The modern industrial farmhouse style together in this remodel creates a pleasing and welcoming balance. This project was infused with materials, textures, and color to create a modern industrial feel. The homeowners wanted an open floor plan. One of the most eye-catching elements is the custom-made rustic wood ceiling beams and the white shiplap, which elevates the entirety of opening this new space. The homeowners added industrial elements to the space with mixed metals from the lighting, faucet, pot filler, and stainless-steel appliances to farmhouse elements with an apron front sink and rustic barstools. Another aspect of this gorgeous kitchen is the quartz backsplash behind the range with a modern plaster range hood to ceiling accented by a bold encaustic tile on the other backsplash wall. One of the defined focal points for the whole room is the large light fixtures in the kitchen and living area. This main level remodel project has authentic beauty from floor to ceiling.

Colorful & Cheery

Sunnyfields Cabinetry

Transitional pantry space and windowsill counter with dark teal cabinetry, dark countertops, and speckled grey wallpaper.
This is an example of a transitional separate kitchen in Baltimore with turquoise cabinets, terra-cotta floors, brown floor, black benchtop, timber and wood benchtops.

A Splash of Yellow

Next Stage Design + Build

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and timber.

Modern Farmhouse

Cynthia Brown Interior Design LLC

This is an example of a large country galley open plan kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, grey floor and timber.

Abbotsford Aspirational Living

Lacey Construction Ltd.

Photography by Brice Ferre. Open concept kitchen space with beams and beadboard walls. A light, bright and airy kitchen with great function and style.

Philadelphia Kitchen, Laundry and Hall Bath

Harth Builders

Inspiration for a small transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, grey benchtop and timber.

江戸川の家１(ノームコアな家)

大畠稜司建築設計事務所

Photo of an industrial single-wall open plan kitchen in Tokyo with light hardwood floors and timber.

ダイニングから入った光が天井に反射しています。壁と天井は薄いラベンダー色

株式会社アルファヴィル｜ALPHAVILLE ARCHITECTS

Photo : Kei Sugino
Mid-sized industrial single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, purple cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and timber.

Modern Farmhouse Open Concept Kitchen with Double Upper Cabinets

SAHA Development Group

Photo of a transitional kitchen in Orlando with timber.

Blue Kitchen with Timber 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!