This is an example of a transitional kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Country Club Project Remodel

Great Neighborhood Homes

Photo of a transitional kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback and marble splashback.

Shingle Style- Kitchen

LDa Architecture & Interiors

The cabinet paint is standard Navajo White and the 3"x6" tile is Pratt & Larson C609 metallic glazed ceramic tile. Visit http://prattandlarson.com/colors/glazes/metallics/

Rénovation d'une maison de ville à Boulogne Billancourt

Olivier Stadler Architecte

Cuisine Ikea avec Zelliges au mur et plan de travail en hêtre. Au sol des planche de coffrages vernies Louise Desrosiers
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with a farmhouse sink, black cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, terra-cotta splashback, light hardwood floors, no island and stainless steel appliances.

Traditional Two Toned Kitchen

Elements Design Co. (DBA Kitchen Style, LLC)

Antique white kitchen- Design and Photography by Vince Winteregg of Kitchen Style, LLC. Installation by Rochefort Construction, Inc.
Inspiration for a traditional kitchen in Tampa with beige splashback and stone tile splashback.

A Kitchen Designed for Family Gathering

Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes

• A busy family wanted to rejuvenate their entire first floor. As their family was growing, their spaces were getting more cramped and finding comfortable, usable space was no easy task. The goal of their remodel was to create a warm and inviting kitchen and family room, great room-like space that worked with the rest of the home’s floor plan. The focal point of the new kitchen is a large center island around which the family can gather to prepare meals. Exotic granite countertops and furniture quality light-colored cabinets provide a warm, inviting feel. Commercial-grade stainless steel appliances make this gourmet kitchen a great place to prepare large meals. A wide plank hardwood floor continues from the kitchen to the family room and beyond, tying the spaces together. The focal point of the family room is a beautiful stone fireplace hearth surrounded by built-in bookcases. Stunning craftsmanship created this beautiful wall of cabinetry which houses the home’s entertainment system. French doors lead out to the home’s deck and also let a lot of natural light into the space. From its beautiful, functional kitchen to its elegant, comfortable family room, this renovation achieved the homeowners’ goals. Now the entire family has a great space to gather and spend quality time.

Bluff House Kitchen, void

Auhaus Architecture

Bluff House kitchen. Photography: Auhaus Architecture
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary kitchen in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Colorful and Cheery

Colordrunk Designs

Iran Watson
This is an example of a small transitional single-wall kitchen pantry in Atlanta with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, marble benchtops, ceramic splashback, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Modern Kitchen

Foursquare Builders

Photo of a modern u-shaped kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances and marble splashback.

Classic Kitchens

Chris and Dick's

Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped kitchen in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Vintage Stove Hidden Hood

Kelly and Abramson Architecture

antique wavy glass, cool stove., farm sink, oversize island, paneled refrigerator, some color on the cabinets. The farm style sink is in the foreground. This is another project where the homeowners love the design process and really understand and trust my lead in keeping all the details in line with the story. The story is farmhouse cottage. We are not creating a movie set, we are trying to go back in time to a place when we were not herds of cattle shopping at costco and living in tract homes and driving all the same cars. I want to go back to a time when grandma is showing the kids how to make apple pie.

Kennebunkport Maine White Shaker Kitchen

Heartwood Kitchens

Boston area kitchen showroom Heartwood Kitchens, winner of North Shore Magazine's Readers Choice award designed this Maine kitchen. This transitional custom kitchen is designed for many cooks and guests. It includes a large island, 2 sinks, high end appliances including Wolf ovens, Wolf range, a Sub-Zero refrigerator and Sub-Zero freezer covered in appliance panels made beautifully by Mouser Custom Cabinetry to match cabinet door fronts. Carrara subway tiles and black leathered granite are a great combination for this simple shaker style kitchen. Visit Heartwood to see high end custom kitchen cabinetry in the Boston area. Photo credit: Eric Roth Photography.

Southampton Kitchen

Hampton Design

Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in New York with subway tile splashback.

Wilshire Kitchen, Portland (Photo: Matt Niebuhr)

Howells Architecture + Design

Breakfast nook--After. A custom built-in bench (cherry, like the cabinetry) works well for eat-in breakfasts. Period reproduction lighting, Deco pulls, and a custom formica table root the kitchen to the origins of the home. All photos by Matt Niebuhr. www.mattniebuhr.com

Artisan Kitchen Remodel

Alison Besikof Custom Designs

For this kitchen renovation, the homeowners wanted to keep their oak cabinets but wanted to freshen up and modernize their space. I changed the cabinet hardware, took down some 80s wallpaper, got new appliances and beautiful new granite countertops. I also had a custom backsplash made by Mercury Mosaics. The old dinette set was dated so I had a custom table and chairs made. Small changes helped bring a dated kitchen into the present.

Katie Johnson Interior design

This project was a new construction. Finish out done by Katie Johnson Interior design, furniture was staged by builder
Transitional kitchen in Austin with subway tile splashback, limestone benchtops, a single-bowl sink, white cabinets and white splashback.

Russian Hill - John Maniscalco Architecture

John Maniscalco Architecture

Inspiration for a contemporary galley kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances and white benchtop.

DC Row Home Kitchen - Range

Synergy Design & Construction

The clients of this DC rowhome opted for ceramic floor tile that resembles hardwood. Radiant heating underneath keeps the room warm from the floor up in the winter.

Alicia Shearer

Alicia Shearer Interior Design

Inspiration for an u-shaped kitchen in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, panelled appliances, subway tile splashback, a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, marble benchtops and white splashback.

Kitchen

Tara Seawright Interior Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, granite benchtops, light hardwood floors and with island.

All Backsplash Materials 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!