Mid-sized beach style l-shaped kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, recessed-panel cabinets and blue cabinets.

6 Via Aragon - San Antonio Parade of Homes

K. Miller Interiors

SilverLeaf Custom Homes' San Antonio 2012 Parade of Homes Entry. Interior Design by Interiors by KM. Photos Courtesy: Siggi Ragnar.
Large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, white appliances, dark hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Old Copper Kitchen

Mercury Mosaics and Tile

Jon & Moch Photography
Design ideas for a large mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Libertyville Kitchen

Trudesign LTD

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

White Shaker Kitchen

Warren Cabinets/Tolson Appliance Center

Appliances provided and installed by TolsonAppliance Center in Warrenton, VA. Photo courtesy of Pat Gardner www.patgardnerphotos.com
Large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and dark hardwood floors.

Our Work

John Welch Fine kitchen and bath.

Large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands and brown floor.

2016 Southern Living Idea House

Wellborn Cabinet, Inc.

Product Series: Estate Collection Door Style: Davenport Square Inset Beaded Paint: Evergreen by Sherwin Williams Wood Species: Maple
Mid-sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Birmingham with green cabinets, an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, quartzite benchtops and brown floor.

Kitchen

Posh Exclusive Interiors

Large transitional galley eat-in kitchen in New Orleans with with island, an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and dark hardwood floors.

Lakeside Cottage

Hendel Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and shaker cabinets.

Bright SF Kitchen

Knocknock

Featherweight photography
Large transitional u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Kittredge Ct.

Studio One Architecture, Inc.

Inspiration for a large arts and crafts l-shaped separate kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Creative Classic - Pavel HBC

Huggy Bear's Cupboards

Painted blue gray cabinets give a unique feel to this kitchen. With contrasting white interior in the class panel upper cabinets, showcasing the dishes inside.

Kitchen Remodeling Gold Cost Chicago

123 Remodeling Inc.

The original outdated kitchen was demolished, walls were torn down and kitchen was opened up. Though this is not a top of the line kitchen remodel its a good example of what can be done with a small budget for an outdated kitchen design. For more before and after photos, visit: http://123remodeling.com/1030-north-state-st-gold-coast-condo-remodel/

Classical New Home

Sanford Custom Builders, Inc

Design ideas for an expansive traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Woodland Hideaway Home

Cummings Architecture + Interiors

An open house lot is like a blank canvas. When Mathew first visited the wooded lot where this home would ultimately be built, the landscape spoke to him clearly. Standing with the homeowner, it took Mathew only twenty minutes to produce an initial color sketch that captured his vision - a long, circular driveway and a home with many gables set at a picturesque angle that complemented the contours of the lot perfectly. The interior was designed using a modern mix of architectural styles – a dash of craftsman combined with some colonial elements – to create a sophisticated yet truly comfortable home that would never look or feel ostentatious. Features include a bright, open study off the entry. This office space is flanked on two sides by walls of expansive windows and provides a view out to the driveway and the woods beyond. There is also a contemporary, two-story great room with a see-through fireplace. This space is the heart of the home and provides a gracious transition, through two sets of double French doors, to a four-season porch located in the landscape of the rear yard. This home offers the best in modern amenities and design sensibilities while still maintaining an approachable sense of warmth and ease. Photo by Eric Roth

White Kitchen with Reclaimed Wood Accents and Dash of Blue

Normandy Remodeling

Whats not to like about reclaimed wood hanging shelves for that extra decor space you've always wanted. Not to mention the beautiful crisp white cabinetry to match the rest of the kitchen with the added bonus of storage.

Vreta

Lindalsköket

Färdigt projekt: Här är ett kök med mycket fönster och då man ville bevara ljusinsläppet valde man att inte ha några överskåp. Porslinho med bänkskiva i furu målad med svart linoljemålad. Profilerad framkant i så kallad gubbnäsa.

Merritt Island Coastal Lodge

Pullman West

Wellborn cabinets in Premier series Maple: Monteray door in Pebble Java paint and glaze, and Hanover door in Sienna Charcoal stain and glaze.
Design ideas for a large transitional eat-in kitchen in Orlando with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Farmhouse Kitchen

Design ideas for a large country u-shaped kitchen in Portland with white cabinets, quartz benchtops, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, multiple islands, grey splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, white benchtop and recessed-panel cabinets.

Kitchens

Bedrock Kitchen & Bath

Large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Detroit with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Green Kitchen with Dark Hardwood 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!