Inspiration for a small transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, raised-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, vinyl floors and beige floor.

Custom Design / Remodel

Emerge Builds

Complete remodel, house gutted after storm
This is an example of an expansive beach style open plan kitchen in Wilmington with an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Wishaw, Kitchen Renovation

Delta Kitchens Ltd

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley separate kitchen in Glasgow with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, metallic splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, no island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Finished Basement with Beautiful Kitchen in Romeo, MI

Finished Basements Plus

Design ideas for a large traditional eat-in kitchen in Detroit with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Smooth Moves

CARNEMARK design + build

Tired of their dated kitchen, the owners of this suburban colonial were eager for a contemporary update with more pantry space, better organization, and performance appliances. Monochromatic cabinetry in matte white lacquer set the sleek new vibe. Not even handles interrupt the flow, as cabinet channels and push-to-open hardware uphold the minimalist look. Soft gray sintered stone (named “Zaha” after architect Zaha Hadid) cover the island’s slim counter and sink wall backsplash. Photo credit: Anice Hoachlander

Hafren Signature - Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space - AL

Flooret

Hafren Signature from the Modin Rigid LVP Collection - Pure grey. Perfectly complemented by natural wood furnishings or pops of color. A classic palette to build your vision on.

Mequone river home

Cabinet Supreme by Adair

Gray Kitchen Island with white perimeter cabinets Black accents in hardware and lighting shades on island lighting gives it a more formal feeling. Black accents enhance this kitchen, with combination tile added

Vacation Home

Creative Kitchen Designs, Inc.

Dave M. Davis Photography
This is an example of a small transitional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, coloured appliances, vinyl floors and a peninsula.

White, plywood and cork kitchen

Projects Office

A baby was on the way and time was of the essence when the clients, a young family, approached us to re-imagine the interior of their three storey Victorian townhouse. Within a full redecoration, we focussed the budget on the key spaces of the kitchen, family bathroom and master bedroom (sleep is precious, after all) with entertaining and relaxed family living in mind. The new interventions are designed to work in harmony with the building’s period features and the clients’ collections of objects, furniture and artworks. A palette of warm whites, punctuated with whitewashed timber and the occasional pastel hue makes a calming backdrop to family life.

Frei St. Contemporary Kitchen

Kingsmill Kitchens & Baths

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Bel Air Kitchen Remodel

Innovative Design Build, Inc

Farmhouse style kitchen remodel. Our clients wanted to do a total refresh of their kitchen. We incorporated a warm toned vinyl flooring (Nuvelle Density Rigid Core in Honey Pecan"), two toned cabinets in a beautiful blue gray and cream (Diamond cabinets) granite countertops and a gorgeous gas range (GE Cafe Pro range). By overhauling the laundry and pantry area we were able to give them a lot more storage. We reorganized a lot of the kitchen creating a better flow specifically giving them a coffee bar station, cutting board station, and a new microwave drawer and wine fridge. Increasing the gas stove to 36" allowed the avid chef owner to cook without restrictions making his daily life easier. One of our favorite sayings is "I love it" and we are able to say thankfully we heard it a lot.

Small San Diego Kitchen with White IKEA Cabinets and Black Quartzite Countertops

DANIELLE Interior Design & Decor

Small San Diego Kitchen with white shaker Ikea cabinets and black quartzite countertops. We used a rolling table as the kitchen island which also is used as a high top kitchen table. Incorporating a wood hood as a detail to add warmth to the space.

Calcatta Gold- Kitchen and First Floor Remodel

May Construction, Inc.

The previous two-tiered peninsula was bulky and separated the cook from dining area. Replacing with a one level peninsula, large apron front sink and gorgeous brass faucet make the space feel more open, spacious and introduces extra seating and counterspace. Calcatta gold drapes the countertops and backsplash and a spark of black and brass complete this sleek design.

Tile Effect Vinyl in Glounthane

Select Floors and Tiles

This customer chose to have the Pergo Click Vinyl flooring in the tile effect - Dark Grey Concrete. This soft and non-slip floor covering is 100% waterproof and perfect for any renovation project as it can be laid on-top of most existing floors without having to remove them. These products can also be fitted on stairs, making them the optimal product for the entire home.

Modern Classic White Shaker Kitchen

KSI Cuisine Solutions

Our solid wood white shaker for to make a functional and pretty kitchen with L shape kitchen and spacy bench area.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Montreal with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, no island, brown floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Flooring, Cabinets, Countertops, Backsplash, Appliances and Paint / Complete Kit

ING Construction

This modern kitchen remodeling project was a delight to have worked on. The client brought us the idea and colors they were looking to incorperate. The finished project is this one of a kind piece of work. With it's burnt orange flooring, blue/gray and white cabinets, it has become a favorite at first sight.

Total Transformation

Fusion Cabinets, Inc.

The pot filler is a fun yet piratical feature.
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern open plan kitchen in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, stone tile splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

New Adura® Flooring

Mannington

A weathered concrete cross-over look, Adura® "Meridian" luxury vinyl plank flooring infuses interiors with an upscale urban feel. Its textured surface mixes light and shadow, smooth and rough with time-worn detail. Available in both tiles and planks, plus 5 colors (Carbon shown here).

Koreatown Full Home Remodel

Shulmen Inc.

This is an example of a small contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

Koreatown Full Home Remodel

Shulmen Inc.

Photo of a small contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

Grey 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!