Pale pink kitchen in Sussex Barn Conversion with engineered wood flooring from Chaunceys Timber Flooring
Inspiration for a mid-sized country kitchen in Other with with island, a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, pink cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

The Soft Light Apartment

Azari Architects

Modern minimalistic kitchen in the condo apartment.
Photo of a small modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

Casa C-18

DCA Arquitectura

Photo of a small modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Milano Rockefeller, New Construction in Panama City Beach, FL

Marquis Fine Cabinetry

Project Number: M1197 Design/Manufacturer/Installer: Marquis Fine Cabinetry Collection: Milano Finish: Rockefeller Features: Tandem Metal Drawer Box (Standard), Adjustable Legs/Soft Close (Standard), Stainless Steel Toe-Kick Cabinet/Drawer Extra Options: Touch Latch, Custom Appliance Panels, Floating Shelves, Tip-Ups

Waters Edge Custom

NJR Studios

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style single-wall kitchen pantry in Sydney with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

NW Craftsman New Construction

McCabe By Design LLC

A generous kitchen island is the work horse of the kitchen providing storage, prep space and socializing space. Alder Shaker style cabinets are paired with beautiful granite countertops. Double wall oven, gas cooktop , exhaust hood and dishwasher by Bosch. Founder depth Trio refrigerator by Kitchen Aid. Microwave drawer by Sharp.

Beckwith Road

Sheraton Interiors

Small traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop, coffered and beaded inset cabinets.

Loung Kitchen

Turan Designs, Inc.

Traditional Kitchen with Formal Style
This is an example of an expansive traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, travertine floors, with island, orange floor and beige benchtop.

Catura Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Customer Space | New Carlisle, Ohio

Flooret

A rich, even, walnut tone with a smooth finish. This versatile color works flawlessly with both modern and classic styles.
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Appartamento Gram

A+B² architettura

parete di fondo a specchio
Photo of an expansive modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Milan with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, black benchtop, coffered, grey cabinets and beige floor.

Modern kitchen pantry in Pismo Beach

Schaefer Custom Homes

Photo of a large contemporary kitchen pantry in San Luis Obispo with a single-bowl sink, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, beige floor, beige benchtop and wood.

Tuxedo Park

Virtual Studio Innovations

Design ideas for a large midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Woodstock

Signature Innovations LLC

Light and airy, modern Ash flooring framed with travertine tile sets the mood for this contemporary design. The open plan and many windows offer abundant light, while rich colors keep things warm. Floor: 2-1/4” strip European White Ash | Two-Tone Select | Estate Collection smooth surface | square edge | color Natural | Satin Waterborne Poly. For more information please email us at: sales@signaturehardwoods.com

Lake View Home

Selle Valley Construction, Inc.

Mutual Materials stonework in Loon Lake surrounds the 36" gas Thermador range and Thermador hood insert in the kitchen. Wood cabinets are knotty alder with shaker doors with a slight eased edge, stained in "Old Manor Pine" and completed with Amerock hardware in stain nickel from their Inspirations Collection. Pull out spice cabinets on either side of the range make for easy access while cooking. Countertops and 4" backsplash are "White Splendor" granite. Backsplash behind the range is 12x24" Bedrosians tiles in Chateau Tobacco, installed in a herringbone design. Walls and ceilings are painted in Sherwin Williams "Kilim Beige", while exposed wood beams are finished with "Old Dragon's Breath" wood stain.

Universal Design Remodel

Nilsson Architects

This kitchen is the central feature of a "Universal design" for a two-level urban apartment renovation. Universal design creates environments that are accessible to all people, regardless of age, disability or other factors. Universal design allows us and our loved ones to stay at home during rehabilitation or while living with a disability. Universal design also allows us to age in place while we stay in our homes.

Bullevard St. Addition

Schweitzer Design & Build, Inc.

This is an example of a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtop and vaulted.

Spacious Remodel on Lake Whatcom

North Haven Remodeling

We remodeled this spacious kitchen to make it more functional by adding accessories inside every one of the Showplace cabinets. The clients wanted to make a statement with the Atlas granite that they selected so we incorporated in not only for the countertops in the kitchen and butler's kitchen but also for the backsplash and nook table top.

Catura Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Customer Space | New Carlisle, Ohio

Flooret

A rich, even, walnut tone with a smooth finish. This versatile color works flawlessly with both modern and classic styles.
Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Remodel @ Saddle Gulch

Keystone Custom Builders, Inc.

Maple kitchen cabinets, quartz countertops and backsplash all the way to the ceiling, and the Eurofase Lighting pendants make this a modern transitional style home Photos by Robbie Arnold Media, Grand Junction, CO

True Handleless kitchen

Direct Wholesale Kitchens

This is a stunning true handleless was designed by our talented by a member of our talented design team. The customer chose a modern, true handleless matte door finished with 30mm quartz eternal statuario Kitchen colour: Forest Green Matte TV Unit: White Matte

Brown Kitchen with Granite 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!