This lakeside retreat has been in the family for generations & is lovingly referred to as "the magnet" because it pulls friends and family together. When rebuilding on their family's land, our priority was to create the same feeling for generations to come. This new build project included all interior & exterior architectural design features including lighting, flooring, tile, countertop, cabinet, appliance, hardware & plumbing fixture selections. My client opted in for an all inclusive design experience including space planning, furniture & decor specifications to create a move in ready retreat for their family to enjoy for years & years to come. It was an honor designing this family's dream house & will leave you wanting a little slice of waterfront paradise of your own!

Contemporary Delafield Whole House

Kowalske Kitchen & Bath

This exciting ‘whole house’ project began when a couple contacted us while house shopping. They found a 1980s contemporary colonial in Delafield with a great wooded lot on Nagawicka Lake. The kitchen and bathrooms were outdated but it had plenty of space and potential. We toured the home, learned about their design style and dream for the new space. The goal of this project was to create a contemporary space that was interesting and unique. Above all, they wanted a home where they could entertain and make a future. At first, the couple thought they wanted to remodel only the kitchen and master suite. But after seeing Kowalske Kitchen & Bath’s design for transforming the entire house, they wanted to remodel it all. The couple purchased the home and hired us as the design-build-remodel contractor. First Floor Remodel The biggest transformation of this home is the first floor. The original entry was dark and closed off. By removing the dining room walls, we opened up the space for a grand entry into the kitchen and dining room. The open-concept kitchen features a large navy island, blue subway tile backsplash, bamboo wood shelves and fun lighting. On the first floor, we also turned a bathroom/sauna into a full bathroom and powder room. We were excited to give them a ‘wow’ powder room with a yellow penny tile wall, floating bamboo vanity and chic geometric cement tile floor. Second Floor Remodel The second floor remodel included a fireplace landing area, master suite, and turning an open loft area into a bedroom and bathroom. In the master suite, we removed a large whirlpool tub and reconfigured the bathroom/closet space. For a clean and classic look, the couple chose a black and white color pallet. We used subway tile on the walls in the large walk-in shower, a glass door with matte black finish, hexagon tile on the floor, a black vanity and quartz counters. Flooring, trim and doors were updated throughout the home for a cohesive look.

Bernese Farmhouse

Colossus Mfg.

Kitchen with large island, grey veiny countertops, leather bar stools, under mount grey sink with black matte faucet, oversized white fabric and iron pendants, white cabinetry with black matte hardware, cream subway tile backsplash, and custom made iron hood.

Claremont, CA - Contemporary/Modern Kitchen Remodel

Classic Kitchens, Etc.

This beautiful kitchen remodel includes sable stained cabinets, paired with white quartz and brushed nickel pulls and knobs. The backsplash is a glossy 4x16 tile set staggered. The sink is an unequal, quartz sink, with stainless steel appliances. The island has a built-in microwave and added deep drawers and some book shelves for more space. Moving to the floor that ties the whole kitchen together is waterproof, wood-look laminate flooring.

Arlo Signature - Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space - NV

Flooret

Arlo Signature from the Modin Rigid LVP Collection - Modern and spacious. A light grey wire-brush serves as the perfect canvass for almost any contemporary space.

French Country kitchen and Bathroom Remodel

John Webb Construction and Design

This countryside farmhouse was remodeled and added on to by removing an interior wall separating the kitchen from the dining/living room, putting an addition at the porch to extend the kitchen by 10', installing an IKEA kitchen cabinets and custom built island using IKEA boxes, custom IKEA fronts, panels, trim, copper and wood trim exhaust wood, wolf appliances, apron front sink, and quartz countertop. The bathroom was redesigned with relocation of the walk-in shower, and installing a pottery barn vanity. the main space of the house was completed with luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout. A beautiful transformation with gorgeous views of the Willamette Valley.

Modern coastal kitchen in Selvamarina

LEVEL UP Design LLC

This is an example of an expansive beach style l-shaped kitchen in Jacksonville with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances and vinyl floors.

Meadowbrook Farm - The Waterford Model

Van Metre Homes

Design ideas for an expansive traditional single-wall open plan kitchen in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, a double-bowl sink, solid surface benchtops and vinyl floors.

Mandarin Estates

Greystone Kitchens

The island is 3-tiered with a high top bar, counter height prep area, and a table height dining niche. These Wellborn Forest Ginger cabinets have Hamilton Raised Panel style doors with a flawless Bordeaux Gold granite countertop and Savona Ivory Brushed Travertine backsplash. The 60/40 stainless sink and Kohler Sous Faucet combo match perfectly with the Frigidaire Professional appliances. Kim Lindsey Photography

Ultramodern German Kitchen in Worthing, West Sussex

Alexander Kitchens

Ultramodern German Kitchen in Worthing, West Sussex This German kitchen project in Worthing required extensive structural works to divide two rooms and create an open-plan space. Designer Phil has created an ultramodern handleless kitchen space, complete with high-tech appliances and TV area. The Brief A spacious and vast open-plan kitchen was the end goal of this project, which was not an easy task considering the space was originally two rooms. Advanced structural works were required to support the rest of the property, with flooring, lighting and an exterior bi-fold door also part of the plans. Designer Phil was tasked with envisaging a design which incorporated all this client’s requirements, whilst implementing a homely and modern kitchen theme. Design Elements Before fitting the kitchen, our structural team had to undertake significant works. Following the removal of a dividing wall, four steels had to be fixed in a square formation to support the property, this left a huge space for the kitchen Phil had designed for this client. A homely, yet modern theme was preferred with a combination of Stone Grey and Slate grey matt units opted for. These two finishes are complimented by Havana oak wood accents and the handless design of the kitchen. To meet the client’s requirements, an island, TV area and full-height corner storage feature, in addition to a wall-to-wall run which houses kitchen appliances and storage. Special Inclusions Special inclusions are aplenty in this kitchen. A grid of appliances is comprised of a Neff slide & hide oven, combination oven, warming drawer, coffee centre and Caple wine cabinet. Each provide an array of useful functions for this client, and elsewhere are accompanied by a Neff induction hob, Neff telescopic extractor hood and a Quooker 100°C boiling water tap. Designer Phil has incorporated numerous design features like a glass-ended unit on the island, cookbook storage space, feature shelving in the TV area and a raised natural wood work surface on the island. Our structural team were also tasked with widening an exterior doorway and fitting bi-fold doors which look out to the vibrant garden. Project Highlight The TV area is a lovely highlight of this project. Phil has framed this with additional storage and decorative wood effect shelving. Nearby a full-height radiator and full-height storage provide warmth and even more storage to the kitchen space. The End Result The end result is a space that is unrecognisable and has been completely transformed with the expertise of our fitting team. In addition to the structural works, Karndean flooring, lighting and heating improvements have been made involving almost every facet of our installation team. If you have similar requirements for a kitchen transformation, consult our expert designers to see how we can create your dream space, as they did for this client! To arrange a free design appointment, visit a showroom or book an appointment now.

Mud Room

Lenton Company, Inc.

Removing the wall between the old kitchen and great room allowed room for two islands, work flow and storage. A beverage center and banquet seating was added to the breakfast nook. The laundry/mud room matches the new kitchen and includes a step in pantry.

Wellborn Forest Cabinetry

C&H Kitchen Cabinet Gallery

Photo of an expansive country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island and brown floor.

Discovery Heights

360 Construction & Design

By opening up this kitchen and dining room, we were able to give these clients, and their home, the kitchen that they deserve.
Design ideas for an expansive traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Historic Landmark Estate Restoration

Allen Construction

Historic landmark estate restoration kitchen with original American Encaustic tile detailing, white checkerboard vinyl composition tile, tile countertops that match the butlers' pantry, and contrasting kitchen island with marble countertop, original wrought iron fixtures, and a Juliet balcony that looks out onto the pool and casita. Photo by: Jim Bartsch

Largo Modern Entertainer

Picture Perfect Kitchen Designs

Brandi Image Photography
Inspiration for an expansive modern galley open plan kitchen in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, multiple islands and grey floor.

Spacious High-End Kitchen in New Build Property

Handmade Kitchen Co

Design ideas for an expansive modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Hertfordshire with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Open Kitchen Design - Marlin

Pearl Remodeling

Check out this beautiful open kitchen project. More and more homeowners dream of creating a kitchen that is fluid and simple but still has great functionality for normal family life. For this project we aimed to create an open room that could serve many purposes. We took our time picking out the right materials for the kitchen to make it minimalist but eloquent. The kitchen island was definitely one of the coolest pieces to pick out, but overall we loved the design of this project. If you are in the Los Angeles area call us today @1-888-977-9490 to get started on your dream project!

Farler Home Remodel

Poulin Design Center

Photo of an expansive l-shaped open plan kitchen in Albuquerque with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Arlo Signature - Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space - NV

Flooret

Arlo Signature from the Modin Rigid LVP Collection - Modern and spacious. A light grey wire-brush serves as the perfect canvass for almost any contemporary space.

Greener Pastures | Oregon City Home Addition

Mountainwood Homes

This modern farmhouse kitchen has painted white cabinets and rift-sawn white oak cabinets on the island.
Expansive country galley eat-in kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Expansive Kitchen with Vinyl 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!