Photo by: John Jenkins, Image Source Inc
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Philadelphia with glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets and brown splashback.

Colleton River on the Water!

StoneWorks, Inc.

Another view of the back kitchen...in this we see the door going to the back porch ... smart and easy access when entertaining. All details have been thought through in this design, including coordination of the beautiful Copenhagen Granite counters with the brick walls.

Квартира в Заречье

TB.Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic single-wall open plan kitchen in Moscow with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, brown splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

Open Plan Kitchen in Warehouse Conversion

Brandler London

This warehouse conversion uses joists, reclaimed from the original building and given new life as the bespoke kitchen doors and shelves. This open plan kitchen and living room with original floor boards, exposed brick, and reclaimed bespoke kitchen unites the activities of cooking, relaxing and living in this home. The kitchen optimises the Brandler London look of raw wood with the industrial aura of the home’s setting.

Bellagio Kitchen and Breakfast Nook

Turnstyle Design

Twist Tours
Design ideas for an expansive mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, grey floor and white benchtop.

Country Kitchen

AG Woodcrafting Inc.

This country kitchen was designed with a busy family in mind. Lots of room around this massive island for the family to gather. Bright, white cabinets along the outside of the kitchen with built in double ovens and lots of light allow for natural flow. The beautiful grey, distressed island with loads of storage, a prep sink and a hole in the countertop for garbage to be wiped in makes meal prep a breeze. Plate racks, spice pull out drawers, and even a small bench for the cats make this homey kitchen complete.

Crédence

Hedre

Kitchenette équipée et anoblit par l'usage de chêne et d'une crédence en verre laqué à la poudre de bronze. La table à déjeuner est montée sur pieds Tiptoe. Dès l'entrée, ce petit studio profite d'une penderie d'accueil, d'une banquette pour se chausser et d'une bibliothèque dans le salon. Victor Grandgeorge - Photosdinterieurs

Knotty Alder Cabinetry

Designer's Choice (Lloyd) Ltd

Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Calgary with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Minneapolis Remodel

Rachel Kate Design

Rachel Kate Design
Traditional galley kitchen in Minneapolis with stainless steel appliances, wood benchtops, white cabinets, brown splashback, stone tile splashback and a drop-in sink.

Cuisine géométrique à Bayonne

As de Carreaux

Ces carreaux apportent une certaine touche de convivialité à la cuisine. Vous n'aurez plus du mal à aligner vos meubles.
Small scandinavian l-shaped open plan kitchen in Montpellier with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles, no island, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Knotty Alder Kitchen

Fairbanks Builders

Awesome kitchen floor plan with corner sink and corner windows for lots of light. Craftsman trim and styling throughout. Massive island with built in cookbook case and eating bar.

木カウンターのオーダーキッチン_モデルハウス

アイトフース株式会社

Design ideas for a scandinavian single-wall kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops and brown splashback.

briester st. cape cod

Hayward Custom Cabinetry & Furniture LLC

Hayward Custom Cabinetry & Furniture LLC
Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Milwaukee with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors and no island.

Angled Perception

Morningside Architects LLP

Architects: Morningside Architects, LLP Contractor: Dovetail Builders, Inc Cabinetry: Madeval USA Rick Gardner Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Camano Island Kitchen expansion/remodel

Seatons General Contractors and Design

Roger Turk - Northlight Photography
Photo of a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, brown splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

realisation bulthaup b3

Bulthaup Quimper

Mobilier bulthaup b3, façade en laque coloris argile, plan de travail blanc avec évier intégré (exclusivité bulthaup). Cuisine complètement ouverte sur salon et séjour. Résidence principale pour une famille de 4 personnes

Kitchen with Custom Built in Refrigerator

KUNTRISET KITCHENS & BATHS DESIGN CENTER

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Swartz Creek White Kitchen

Linden Kitchen and Bath

Design by Michelle Robins Photo by Chelsea Christy
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Harrod's Glen

Robbins Architecture

Robbins Architecture
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Louisville with a farmhouse sink, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors and multiple islands.

Kitchen Backsplash

Personal Touch Flooring

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, wood benchtops, brown splashback, black appliances and stone tile splashback.

Kitchen with Brown 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!