Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, an undermount sink, granite benchtops and light hardwood floors.

Historic Barn, Converted to Modern Guest House

Harris & Kasten, Inc.

The Spacious Barn Kitchen is meant as a hangout for the whole family, and features a large Breakfast/Wine Bar. The counter tops are done in Slate Tiles with matching edge moldings for a causal touch.

Cooking with gas and electricity

Dan & Pam Brockway

Photo Credit: Dan E. Brockway
This is an example of a large arts and crafts u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Kitchen

Intradesign Interiors, Inc.

This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with granite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, medium wood cabinets and recessed-panel cabinets.

Hamptons Luxury in Surrey Hills

Let's Talk Kitchens & Interiors

Our client was undertaking a major renovation and extension of their large Edwardian home and wanted to create a Hamptons style kitchen, with a specific emphasis on catering for their large family and the need to be able to provide a large entertaining area for both family gatherings and as a senior executive of a major company the need to entertain guests at home. It was a real delight to have such an expansive space to work with to design this kitchen and walk-in-pantry and clients who trusted us implicitly to bring their vision to life. The design features a face-frame construction with shaker style doors made in solid English Oak and then finished in two-pack satin paint. The open grain of the oak timber, which lifts through the paint, adds a textural and visual element to the doors and panels. The kitchen is topped beautifully with natural 'Super White' granite, 4 slabs of which were required for the massive 5.7m long and 1.3m wide island bench to achieve the best grain match possible throughout the whole length of the island. The integrated Sub Zero fridge and 1500mm wide Wolf stove sit perfectly within the Hamptons style and offer a true chef's experience in the home. A pot filler over the stove offers practicality and convenience and adds to the Hamptons style along with the beautiful fireclay sink and bridge tapware. A clever wet bar was incorporated into the far end of the kitchen leading out to the pool with a built in fridge drawer and a coffee station. The walk-in pantry, which extends almost the entire length behind the kitchen, adds a secondary preparation space and unparalleled storage space for all of the kitchen gadgets, cookware and serving ware a keen home cook and avid entertainer requires. Designed By: Rex Hirst Photography By: Tim Turner

Custom Boulder Kitchen with Creative Amenities

Christopher's Kitchen & Bath

Pull out trash and recycle were incorporated to the left of the main sink.
Design ideas for a large arts and crafts l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Brandis Kitchen

Turan Designs, Inc.

Brandis Farm House Kitchen
Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired Kitchen

Sharer Design Group LLC

Designed by Justin Sharer Photos by Besek Photography
Small arts and crafts l-shaped separate kitchen in Detroit with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and no island.

Elegant Traditional Kitchen in Greenwich

Nukitchens

We designed this kitchen using Plain & Fancy custom cabinetry with natural walnut and white pain finishes. The extra large island includes the sink and marble countertops. The matching marble backsplash features hidden spice shelves behind a mobile layer of solid marble. The cabinet style and molding details were selected to feel true to a traditional home in Greenwich, CT. In the adjacent living room, the built-in white cabinetry showcases matching walnut backs to tie in with the kitchen. The pantry encompasses space for a bar and small desk area. The light blue laundry room has a magnetized hanger for hang-drying clothes and a folding station. Downstairs, the bar kitchen is designed in blue Ultracraft cabinetry and creates a space for drinks and entertaining by the pool table. This was a full-house project that touched on all aspects of the ways the homeowners live in the space.

Contemporary home remodel with ADA accommodations

John Webb Construction and Design

Complete home remodel with updated front exterior, kitchen, and master bathroom
This is an example of a large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Portland with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, brown cabinets, green splashback, glass tile splashback, laminate floors, brown floor, white benchtop and a peninsula.

Mid Century Modern Ranch

Froze Design Build, Inc.

Richard Froze
Large midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and no island.

Greystone

Omega Builders LLC

Todd Douglas Photography
Design ideas for an expansive traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with with island, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, dark hardwood floors and raised-panel cabinets.

Manhattan Apartment

Eberlein Design Consultants Ltd.

Kitchen hood and range detail. Photo credit: Tom Crane Photography
Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, cork floors and brown floor.

Greek Revival

User

© ALDRIDGE ATELIER
Photo of a large arts and crafts single-wall eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Hanover Rustic Kitchen

Kathleen Doyle Interior Designs LLC

Bill Secord
Inspiration for an expansive arts and crafts eat-in kitchen in Seattle with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, green splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Traditional Large Island Kitchen Remodel

Classic Home Improvements

This large kitchen remodel expansion included removing a wall to create a larger space and added vaulted ceiling to make this room even more spacious. This kitchen was once an enclosed u-shape kitchen and now with the added space a large island was added and a wall of cabinets for additional space. Gorgeous granite was installed along with Thermador stainless steel appliances. Scott Basile, Basile Photography. www.choosechi.com

Kitchen

Intradesign Interiors, Inc.

Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, no island, medium wood cabinets and recessed-panel cabinets.

Annandale Lake Home

Vercon Inc.

Northway Construction
Inspiration for a large country galley open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

San Francisco High-Rise Home

Cheng Design

Fu-Tung Cheng, CHENG Design • Eat-in Kitchen featuring Concrete Countertops and Okeanito Hood, San Francisco High-Rise Home Dynamic, updated materials and a new plan transformed a lifeless San Francisco condo into an urban treasure, reminiscent of the client’s beloved weekend retreat also designed by Cheng Design. The simplified layout provides a showcase for the client’s art collection while tiled walls, concrete surfaces, and bamboo cabinets and paneling create personality and warmth. The kitchen features a rouge concrete countertop, a concrete and bamboo elliptical prep island, and a built-in eating area that showcases the gorgeous downtown view. Photography: Matthew Millman

Tiffany Drive Contemporary Kitchen - East Hanover, NJ

KraftMaster Renovations

An East Hanover hidden home is a mid-century gem, and now the updated contemporary kitchen reflects the modern and fun personality of the rest of the space!

Kitchen 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!