Large contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Seattle with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, yellow floor and white benchtop.

Portland Ave.

Ohana Home & Design

This 1800's Minneapolis kitchen needed to be updated! The homeowners were looking to preserve the integrity of the home and the era that it was built in, yet make it current and more functional for their family. We removed the dropped header and replaced it with a hidden header, reduced the size of the back of the fireplace, which faces the formal dining room, and took down all the yellow toile wallpaper and red paint. There was a bathroom where the new back entry comes into the dinette area, this was moved to the other side of the room to make the kitchen area more spacious. The woodwork in this house is truly a work of art, so the cabinets had to co-exist and work well with the existing. The cabinets are quartersawn oak and are shaker doors and drawers. The casing on the doors and windows differed depending on the area you were in, so we created custom moldings to recreate the gorgeous casing that existed on the kitchen windows and door. We used Cambria for the countertops and a gorgeous marble tile for the backsplash. What a beautiful kitchen! SpaceCrafting

1880s Victorian Farmhouse Kitchen - Before and After

Create Good Sinks

"During" photo shows both Create Good Sinks workstation sinks and faucets, oversized pendant lights, black and white quartz countertops.
Large eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cincinnati with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, with island, yellow floor and black benchtop.

Engineered Red Oak

Through the Woods Fine Wood Floors, Inc.

3/8” x 3” engineered red oak flooring site finished by Through the Woods, stained with Bona provincial stain and finished with Bona traffic HD satin. Photo by Schoeman Enterprises, Inc.

CEDAR LAKE KITCHEN

Kate Roos Design LLC

This large cherrywood hutch with a driftwood stain feels like a separate furniture piece yet it flows smoothly into the the counter space of the kitchen.

hammersmith

Grosvenor House Construction Ltd.

Removed all walls from ground floor to creat kitchen living space.
Large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, yellow floor and white benchtop.

Vassar Project

Feraru & Associates Building and Design Inc

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, yellow floor and grey benchtop.

Budget Friendly Kitchen Design

Nomad Living Interiors

This tiny yet functional kitchen in question is in need of a revamp as it has become outdated and no longer meets the client's needs. The client is looking for a budget-friendly solution that will give the kitchen a fresh new look without breaking the bank. To achieve this, we will focus on updating the existing elements of the kitchen such as the cabinetry, flooring, and fixtures, while minimizing the need for major structural changes. By choosing affordable materials and finishes, we can create a modern and functional kitchen that fits within the client's budget. Our goal is to deliver a beautiful and practical kitchen that the client can enjoy for years to come, without overspending.

The Steel and Marble Townhouse Kitchen

Sustainable Kitchens

This Bespoke kitchen has a run of kitchen cabinets wrapped in stainless steel with d-bar handles. The worktop is Calacatta Medici Marble with a back wall panel and floating shelf. A Gaggenau gas hobs is set into the marble worktop and has a matching Gaggenau oven below it. An under-mount sink with a brushed brass tap also sits in the worktop. A Blocked in doorway forms an architectural display alcove. Photographer: Charlie O'Beirne - Lukonic Photography

1937 Bungalow

Creative Kitchen Designs, Inc.

Photo taken by DMD Photography
This is an example of a small traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and yellow floor.

Grennoch

Ashwood Designs and Custom Homes

Large open concept kitchen with great space for entertaining. Beautiful classic white textured backsplash tile is subtle but adds a gorgeous design accent. The kitchen features two dishwashers to accommodate this busy family. More gold hardware was sprinkled in this room for additional color pop.

Transitional Home Remodel

Bennett Design Co.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, yellow floor and white benchtop.

Downtown Chattanooga Luxury Condo

New Blue Construction

Christian Stewart Photography
Inspiration for a transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and yellow floor.

Cape Cod Cottage Kitchen

EJ Designs LLC

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, yellow floor and black benchtop.

Sea of walnut

CraftedWild Cabinetry

This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, yellow floor and white benchtop.

After

Karla Gay/Lowes home improvement

Photo of a mid-sized kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, vinyl floors, with island, yellow floor and beige benchtop.

Melendy Cherry Kitchen

Kitchen Inspiration Inc.

This is a Design-Build project by Kitchen Inspiratin Inc. Cabinetry: Sollera Fine Cabinetry Countertop: Natural Quartzite Hardware: Top Knobs Appliances: Bluestar Backsplash: Special artisan glass tile More about this project: This time we cherish the beauty of wood! I am so happy to see this new project in our portfolio! The highlight of the project: ✅Beautiful, warm and lovely custom cherry cabinets ✅ Natural quartzite that clearly shows the depth of natural stone! ✅Pro-style chef-grade appliances ✅Carefully planned accessories ✅Large peninsula with prep sink ✅Unique 3D stove splash ✅Custom made heavy duty pantry

Lincoln Park Kitchen

1 AD Studio LLC

Gas stove, hood and molding Val Sporleder
Inspiration for a small modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, yellow floor and grey benchtop.

Villa Roselyn

Hsu McCullough

Kitchen from Entry. Photo by Clark Dugger
Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and yellow floor.

A Light filled Kitchen Space

Complete Kitchens

Modern, Light & Bright. Clean & Straight lines run throughout the whole kitchen space and the timber feature adds an element of organic warmth. The Caesarstone 'White Shimmer' benchtops complimented the Polytec Legato 'Crisp White' cabinetry, while the beautiful feature timber veneer pantry in 'American Oak' breaks up the white and ties into the dining table.

Brown Kitchen with Yellow Floor 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!