Rebecca Reynolds Design -New Canaan Kitchens

A complete makeover of a tired 1990s mahogany kitchen in a stately Greenwich back country manor. We couldn't change the windows in this project due to exterior restrictions but the fix was clear. We transformed the entire space of the kitchen and adjoining grand family room space by removing the dark cabinetry and painting over all the mahogany millwork in the entire space. The adjoining family walls with a trapezoidal vaulted ceiling needed some definition to ground the room. We added painted paneled walls 2/3rds of the way up to entire family room perimeter and reworked the entire fireplace wall with new surround, new stone and custom cabinetry around it with room for an 85" TV. The end wall in the family room had floor to ceiling gorgeous windows and Millowrk details. Once everything installed, painted and furnished the entire space became connected and cohesive as the central living area in the home.

Guggenhill Residence

KA DesignWorks

Large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Museum of Modern Art Tower Residence

Fundamental Design

View of the kitchen and L-shaped pantry with dining beyond at right. Featured are the expansive Sea Pearl quartzite counters, backsplash, and island, the custom walnut cabinets, and the built-in appliances. Photo credit: Alan Tansey

Alexandra

MBO Architects

CACO Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Brisbane with a double-bowl sink, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback and brown floor.

Kitchens

Quartex Surfaces Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Diego with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, with island, marble benchtops and white floor.

Deco Kitchen

Smith & Smith Kitchens

Designed specifically for an original art deco home, this kitchen celebrates the curves and striking veneers synonymous with the era. An island bench with curved ends is set off by a flood of natural light during the day and glass pendant light fittings by night.

Milano by Marquis

Marquis Fine Cabinetry

Design ideas for a large modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and no island.

Arlington Addition

Forward Design Build Remodel

Jeeheon Cho
Large asian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, cork floors and with island.

SHERMAN OAKS REMODEL

CALIFORNIA KITCHEN GALLERY

This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, stone slab splashback, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Balgowlah | Modern Kitchen

Art of Kitchens Pty Ltd

The Art of Kitchens trademark combination of quality joinery, marble surfaces, brushed aluminium kickboards and stainless appliances has delivered a living space that more than holds its own in this gorgeously Northern Beaches kitchen renovation. Nestled between a wall of glass that leads onto a fantastic atrium and an imposing feature fireplace, this galley-style kitchen combines inspired attention to detail and traditional, modern and contemporary design elements to create minimalist space that delivers on style and functionality. The workspace and sink area is topped in Snow Caesarstone and features mirrored splashbacks that reflect the opposite view from the atrium, adding depth and interest to the kitchen area. The central island of American Walnut veneer and 100mm thick Midrange Iron Lace Marble is beautifully balanced by dropped stainless lighting, while the Vivid White cabinets above the sink are broken by a gorgeous display recess complete with lighting and finished in matching veneer. The study nook between the large American Walnut Veneer pantry and the atrium wall looks anything but bookish with its floating marble shelving. This kitchen proves compromise on style or functionality is not necessary when you have great design.

Snowmass Kitchen 3

DZ Remodeling

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

In-Frame Oak & Painted Shaker Kitchen in Farrow & Ball Pigeon

BP Kitchens & Interiors

Here you can see the other side of the island which uses drawerline units ideal for storing cutlery and table accessories. Off to the right you can also see the sink area with a large ceramic double bowl sink with towel storage down the side.

Kitchen

rosie navi design

Contemporary and bright kitchen. Lightwood cabinets create an airy contrast with the white upper cabinets. Range top in the middle of island overlooks the city view.

Light & Bright Kitchen

Impala Kitchens and Bathrooms

This was a dated 80's kitchen, closed off and pokey. With a clever redesign, Impala opened the space up and created a wonderful, bright kitchen which would please even the fussiest chefs

Cherry Kitchen with Contrast Island in Bethesda, MD

Kitchen Saver

This kitchen was refaced with cherry wood in two different stains. The island has an espresso stain, and the kitchen around it has a more traditional cherry color on its doors and veneer. The raised center panels on the doors and the crown moulding combine for a traditional look. The sinks have two tip out trays for added functionality.

Rolling Green Contemporary

NORTH STAR KITCHENS

Pete Crouser
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen pantry in Minneapolis with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and grey floor.

Basketball Bungalow

Mikiten Architecture

Flexibility is the key to Universal Design. This kitchen has tall pull-out storage for easy access when seated or standing, and upper cabinets have pull-down shelf units that rotate out and down to countertop height. Photo: Erick Mikiten, AIA

Misc

Michelle Montgomery Interiors

Thermador Kitchen Design Contest - Regional Winner
Photo of a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Salt Lake City with a double-bowl sink, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, marble benchtops, stone slab splashback, with island, brown floor and recessed-panel cabinets.

Stylish Blue Accented Kitchen with Walk In Larder

Sustainable Kitchens

Inside of a walk in larder with spice rack on the door. There are dried good, cookware and cookbooks stored in the larder. The wall is painted in Farrow & Ball Stone Blue. The shelving is made out of solid birch and oak. Charlie O'Beirne

Marina Del Rey - Kitchen

Concept Renovations, Inc.

Large modern galley eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen with a Double-bowl Sink and Stone Slab Splashback 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!