Historic landmark estate restoration butlers' pantry with original American Encaustic tile detailing, white checkerboard vinyl composition tile, mixed butcher block and tile countertops, and original wrought iron fixtures. Photo by: Jim Bartsch

Projet B.

Unique Design

Expansive eclectic single-wall separate kitchen in Montreal with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island and grey floor.

Expansive Gourmet Kitchen

Bilotta Kitchen & Home

Bilotta senior designer, Paula Greer, teamed up with architect, Robin Zahn to design this large gourmet kitchen for a family that does a lot of entertaining and cooking. While the wife was the decision maker for the overall aesthetics, the functionality of the space was driven by the husband, the aspiring chef. He had specific requests on how he wanted his “work area” set up. The team designed a cooking area featuring a 48” range across from a prep sink surrounded by 10 feet of work space. All the cooking essentials are at arm’s length – spice pull-out; interior knife block; baskets for root vegetables; cooking utensil drawers; and even a stainless-steel shelf above the range to keep plates warm before serving. Further down, away from the “chef”, is the “clean-up” area with a larger sink and the dishwasher. The microwave and the refrigerators/freezers are also at this opposite end, keeping the rest of the family out of his space when he’s cooking. This was his #1 request. The wet bar, just off of the kitchen, also houses a beverage unit and the coffee maker which keeps people out of the way during prep time. The kitchen was part of a larger addition which allowed them to incorporate the high ceiling, opening up the space to make room for the 6 feet worth of refrigeration and the large 10-foot island that works simultaneously for prep and eating. The Artistic Tile mosaic backsplash, where possible, starts at the countertop and continues all the way up to the molding at the ceiling emphasizing the height of the space, and the size of the room, even more.

Great Room with Hex Tile Island and Fireplace Tiles

Fireclay Tile

Pattern and texture beautifully balance this modern great room. The vertical white brick kitchen backsplash plays off the lively green hexagon on the island countertop and the dark scalene triangle tile on the fireplace. DESIGN Silent J Design PHOTOS TC Peterson Photography INSTALLER Damskov Construction Tile Shown: Brick in Olympic, 6" Hexagon in Palm Tree, Left & Right Scalene in Tempest

BRG Brilante

Marazzi Design

This is an example of an expansive contemporary open plan kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Ponderosa Point

GOAT Interiors

Photo of an expansive transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Salt Lake City with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Bel Air Remodel Project

Showcase Design•Build

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Before and After Kitchen Renovation

Kitchen Shack

Green kitchen in Lilydale
This is an example of an expansive modern galley open plan kitchen in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Traditional Shaker Kitchen with Period Features

Handmade Kitchen Co

In the small village of Stebbing which is situated north of the ancient Roman road Stane Street, is this beautiful country property where the kitchen is at the heart of the home. The large open-plan space is completed with our true traditional shaker style which includes raised and fielded front panels and an angled skirting plinth. The galley layout, central island and personal specifications meet our client’s needs in every way possible and provide a hub of the home that can be enjoyed for many years to come. Our designer made sure that all the elements blended harmoniously, especially with the Shaws of Darwen double bowl sink, chrome Perrin & Rowe tap and chrome Quooker Pro3 Classic Nordic instant hot water tap.

Island

Kettle Co. Kitchens

Stunning Island, with ample storage and integrated appliances.
Design ideas for an expansive country galley eat-in kitchen in Cornwall with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, orange splashback, coloured appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Winchester Gourmet Kitchen

Karen Walson Interiors

We added a 10 foot addition to their home, so they could have a large gourmet kitchen. We also did custom builtins in the living room and mudroom room. Custom inset cabinets from Laurier with a white perimeter and Sherwin Williams Evergreen Fog cabinets. Custom shiplap ceiling. And a custom walk-in pantry

Celadon Green Transitional

Kitchen Magic

Celadon Green and Walnut kitchen combination. Quartz countertop and farmhouse sink complete the Transitional style.
This is an example of an expansive transitional galley kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

PENNANT RESIDENCE

Kitchens by Emanuel

CONTRASTING TONES - Custom designed and manufactured cabinetry in a 'Shaker' profile - Two tone matte polyurethane, in contrasting deep native green and a pinky tone white - Custom walk in pantry, constructed with a navy lamiwood, with recessed LED strip lighting. - The island bench is a deep aged walnut laminate benchtop - The window splashback and back bench features natural 'New York' marble - Integrated french door fridge & freezer - Aged brass handles - Blum hardware Sheree Bounassif, Kitchens by Emanuel

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.

Sage green kitchen

Woodstock Furniture

Our client lives close to Hampstead Village in north London in a house built to their specifications around 18 years ago. The style is a fusion of Nash meeting Cape Cod, combining clever use of brick and clapboard with one annexe. They wanted a bright, classic-contemporary, countrified kitchen, which would blend seamlessly with their living room with views onto the garden. The room was extended backwards and a huge, glass roof was introduced with a clever choice of colours and finishes, bringing what had previously been a dark, narrow area to life. We made this timeless design by using plain, front-framed units with Shaker-style doors, which were hand-painted in a bespoke, sage colour we prepared ourselves. A tambour door was put in next to the sink run which is perfect for housing everyday appliances like the kettle and toaster – keeping the runs of work surfaces clear while allowing easy access when they are needed.

McGaheysville Home

The Gaines Group Architects

Luxury living done with energy-efficiency in mind. From the Insulated Concrete Form walls to the solar panels, this home has energy-efficient features at every turn. Luxury abounds with hardwood floors from a tobacco barn, custom cabinets, to vaulted ceilings. The indoor basketball court and golf simulator give family and friends plenty of fun options to explore. This home has it all. Elise Trissel photograph

Grand and Gorgeous

PB Kitchen Design

Detail of copper hood.
Inspiration for an expansive industrial u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Longère Cornant

blackStones

meero
This is an example of an expansive scandinavian l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, with island and beige floor.

Kitchen Remodel

Construction Development Inc.

Photo of an expansive country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone benchtops, brown splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and beige floor.

Large Farmhouse Kitchen with L-Shaped Island

HTZ Construction

We removed a wall separating the eat in kitchen and dining room as well as moved a bathroom to allow for a massive kitchen that is perfect for cooking and entertaining in. Where the wall was removed, we recessed the structural beam into the ceiling so that the space would feel open and like it had been planned that way from the beginning, without having a clunky header dividing it. The client chose custom cabinetry painted white for the perimeter and green on the island, with a custom built table and bench toppers stained to match her hood. Engineered quartz countertops add a bright contemporary feel to this farmhouse kitchen. The barn door and dark colored LVP flooring adds richness to the design.

Expansive Kitchen with Green Cabinets 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!