Kitchen design - Navy base cabinets with timber cabinets above. Black met arch with polished Venetian plaster finish. Handmade tiles to splash back . Curved island bench with wicker counter stools. Hardwood floor.

Pink Kitchen

Wise Design & Remodel LLC

This colorful kitchen included custom Decor painted maple shaker doors in Bella Pink (SW6596). The remodel incorporated removal of load bearing walls, New steal beam wrapped with walnut veneer, Live edge style walnut open shelves. Hand made, green glazed terracotta tile. Red oak hardwood floors. Kitchen Aid appliances (including matching pink mixer). Ruvati apron fronted fireclay sink. MSI Statuary Classique Quartz surfaces. This kitchen brings a cheerful vibe to any gathering.

Tucked In Cottage On Bunker Hill

S.Flynn Design + Build

White Modern Kitchen with open shelving.
Inspiration for a small modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Cleveland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and vaulted.

Colorful & Cheery

Sunnyfields Cabinetry

This is an example of a transitional eat-in kitchen in Baltimore with an undermount sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

Strathcona

JJ Interiors

Suzanne Rushton
Design ideas for a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Vancouver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, a peninsula, orange floor and brown benchtop.

Out of the Blue

C K Cabinetry and Design, LLC

Photography by Jeffery Volker
This is an example of a large u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Rocking Kitchen!

Kat Nelson Designs

Lisa Konz Photography
Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with grey cabinets, blue splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops and medium hardwood floors.

Delightful Duo

Andersonville Kitchen & Bath

Kitchen Design by Andersonville Kitchen & Bath Merillat Cabinetry in Dusk Stain and Shale Paint Silestone Pearl Jasmine Quartz countertop
Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

The Historic Silas Fulton House

Ellsworth Design Build

The kitchen was the most dramatic change- we put in a beam to open up the wall between the kitchen and dining area. We also eliminated the cabinets on the far wall so we could re introduce a window that had been eliminated in a prior remodeling. The back door is in the far left in the picture.

The 1977 Contemporary

Twelve Chairs Interiors

Photo: Joyelle West
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with blue cabinets, terra-cotta splashback, with island, an undermount sink, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, quartz benchtops, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and raised-panel cabinets.

Collegeville PA White Island Kitchen

Main Line Kitchen Design

Scott Fredrick
This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, terra-cotta splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Carmel Valley Estate

Evens Architects

Rural Italian Estate in Carmel Valley, by Evens Architects - Kitchen and Breakfast Room
Design ideas for a mediterranean eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with green cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, terra-cotta splashback and panelled appliances.

Prairie Wheat Kitchen

Clay Squared to Infinity

Show stopper Art & Crafts Prairie Wheat kitchen backsplash. It features a total of 16 different sizes and 4 different colors to achieve this stunning craftsman tile kitchen! Jade Moss, Northshore, Quail’s Egg, and Pesto combine beautifully here showing how embracing multiple colors and sizes can lead to breath-taking results.

Contemporary Meets Classic in a Kitchen and Family Room Remodel

Two Hands Interiors

The classic elements beautifully compliment the contemporary touches in a new kitchen that fits both the style of the home and the tastes of the homeowner. The artisan Zellige Tile juxtapose the classic Hicks pendents. A matte finish quartz countertop and a traditional white cabinet style anchor the room while the charcoal island adds interest.

Winthrop Rd Traditional

Meghan Shadrick Interiors

Custom kitchen designed in early 2000's. We did a cosmetic overhaul replacing tile floor with wood, new backsplash, new lighting, new faucets, and wall color

clé zellige in weathered white used in emily henderson's own kitchen remodel

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Rustic sophistication stands out in this white on white layered palette conceived of by Emily Henderson and executed with weathered white zellige from clé. Emily Henderson

Interni di essenza Mediterranea

Marta Benet

In questo progetto d’interni situato a pochi metri dal mare abbiamo deciso di utilizzare uno stile mediterraneo contemporaneo attraverso la scelta di finiture artigianali come i pavimenti in terracotta o le piastrelle fatte a mano. L’uso di materiali naturali e prodotti artigianali si ripetono anche sul arredo scelto per questa casa come i mobili in legno, le decorazioni con oggetti tradizionali, le opere d’arte e le luminarie in ceramica, fatte ‘adhoc’ per questo progetto.

Contemporary Meets Classic in a Kitchen and Family Room Remodel

Two Hands Interiors

Kitchen

Meiste Homes

Next Door Photos
Large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Grand Rapids with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Heights Residence

Kathryn J. LeMaster Art & Design

Kathryn J. LeMaster
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic galley eat-in kitchen in Little Rock with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and no island.

Eat-in Kitchen with Terra-cotta 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!