This is an example of an expansive traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Adelaide with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and black benchtop.

Rustic Brick Feature Wall

Amberth

A bright and charming basement kitchen creates a coherent scheme with each colour complementing the next. A white Corian work top wraps around grey silk finished lacquered cupboard doors and draws. The look is complete with hexagonal terracotta floor tiles that bounce off the original brick work above the oven adding a traditional element.

Lake View

JWT Associates

We created the light shaft above the island, which allows light in through two new round windows. These openings used to be attic vents. The beams are reclaimed lumber. Lighting and pulls are from Rejuvenation.

Pasadena Full Home Remodel

GOODFELLAS CONSTRUCTION

Kitchen Remodel with all-white cabinets from Kitchen Pro. This kitchen includes an exposed brick backsplash that gives it a rustic edge. Stainless steel appliances keep the kitchen modern. Photo Cred: Jun Tang Photography

Classic Coach house Kitchen

Bath Kitchen Company

This is an example of a country eat-in kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, terra-cotta floors, a farmhouse sink, orange splashback and coloured appliances.

La Hacienda in the Heights

Steven Allen Designs, LLC

Photos by Simply Photography Featuring Saltillo Floors, Raised Ceilings, Custom Lighting, Jamo Speakers, Knotty Alder Beams, Namibian Gold Countertops, Viking Appliances, Marvin Windows and Doors and Custom Two Toned Cabinets.

Mexican Heritage Inspired Kitchen Remodel

Blue Eye Interiors

Create a space with bold contemporary colors that also hint to our Mexican heritage.
Design ideas for a mid-sized u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Albuquerque with green cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, orange floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Livingood Ln.

John Webb Construction and Design

We transformed this space with all new IKEA cabinets stainless steel appliances, Zuhne plumbing finishes, and IKEA door hardware. The backsplash tile is a hand crafted Richard & Sterling tile which complements the Pental Misterio quartz. Sometimes its not about the pizazz but rather the simplicity of only a few colors, letting the textures and details catch your eyes.

Wimberley Home

C-Reese Architectural Design

In the kitchen we used light hickory cabinets with dark trim. In keeping with the colorful tiles we added colorful ceiling treatments in the kitchen and breakfast area with large dark wood beams for contrast.

A beautiful Kent oast house renovation: kitchen

burlanes interiors

With a busy working lifestyle and two small children, Burlanes worked closely with the home owners to transform a number of rooms in their home, to not only suit the needs of family life, but to give the wonderful building a new lease of life, whilst in keeping with the stunning historical features and characteristics of the incredible Oast House.

Spanish Style Kitchen Remodel Tampa, FL

Luna En Agua Designs

This new layout maximize the counter top and cabinet storage, by moving the refrigerator to another area. This Spanish style kitchen is much more functional and spacious. Removing the wall allowed the us to create a counter height bar and a great setup for entertaining.

Territorial Update - Kitchen

Ernesto Garcia Interior Design, LLC

The old cabinets and small island were replaced with curved dark wood cabinets to anchor the kitchen and frosted glass uppers to lift the mood. Bright teals and soft reds show the new life of this space.

Charlestown

Timeless Kitchen Cabinetry

Betsy Barron Fine Art Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, red floor and white benchtop.

Casa Ross, CA

Maria Iacobucci Design

Added to the Mediterranean gourmet kitchen in with saltillo tile floor, custom dark wood cabinets, and hand painted mosaic tiles.
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, tile benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors and with island.

San Diego Kitchen Remodel 5

Remodel Works Bath & Kitchen

This small, rectangular shaped San Diego kitchen remodel was inspired by white and gray earth tones. It was built modern with white cabinets, modern hardware, soapstone countertops and subway tiling. www.remodelworks.com

Rock Hollow

Pyramid Imports Tile & Flooring

Photo of a large mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Carefree Homestead Renovation

Theresa Franklin, ASID

Michael Baxter, Baxter Imaging
Design ideas for a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors and with island.

Mediterranean Kitchen

Mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances and terra-cotta floors.

Ardmore

Dakota Dawn Delineation

This Mediterranean contemporary home needed a bit of openness and a whole new kitchen. Nina Lea Photography
Large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors and with island.

Balames Residence

Saroki Architecture

Today, this historic home achieves its original distinction and is a complement to Booth's original vision.
Photo of a large arts and crafts l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble benchtops, terra-cotta floors and multiple islands.

Eat-in Kitchen with Terra-cotta Floors 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!