This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with grey cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, raised-panel cabinets, a farmhouse sink, solid surface benchtops, brown floor, white benchtop and ceramic splashback.

Entertaining Cooks Dream

Nancy Finneson | DeMane Design

Organized drawers, like these. make cooking easier. These great cooks needed a space that allowed for entertaining and multiple work zones. Storage was optimized and is efficient with pull-outs and dividers. The kitchen has almost doubled in size and now includes two dishwashers for easy clean up. Lighting was appointed with sparkling pendants, task lighting under cabinets and even the island has a soft glow. A happy space with room to work and entertain. Photo: DeMane Design Winner: 1st Place ASID WA, Large Kitchen

Knoll - Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

In the Deets

Modern functionality with a vintage farmhouse style makes this the perfect kitchen featuring marble counter tops, subway tile backsplash, SubZero and Wolf appliances, custom cabinetry, white oak floating shelves and engineered wide plank, oak flooring.

Classic Coastal

Oakley Home Builders

Luxury kitchen
This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and granite benchtops.

Mukilteo Gem

Interiors by Popov

When we drove out to Mukilteo for our initial consultation, we immediately fell in love with this house. With its tall ceilings, eclectic mix of wood, glass and steel, and gorgeous view of the Puget Sound, we quickly nicknamed this project "The Mukilteo Gem". Our client, a cook and baker, did not like her existing kitchen. The main points of issue were short runs of available counter tops, lack of storage and shortage of light. So, we were called in to implement some big, bold ideas into a small footprint kitchen with big potential. We completely changed the layout of the room by creating a tall, built-in storage wall and a continuous u-shape counter top. Early in the project, we took inventory of every item our clients wanted to store in the kitchen and ensured that every spoon, gadget, or bowl would have a dedicated "home" in their new kitchen. The finishes were meticulously selected to ensure continuity throughout the house. We also played with the color scheme to achieve a bold yet natural feel.This kitchen is a prime example of how color can be used to both make a statement and project peace and balance simultaneously. While busy at work on our client's kitchen improvement, we also updated the entry and gave the homeowner a modern laundry room with triple the storage space they originally had. End result: ecstatic clients and a very happy design team. That's what we call a big success! John Granen.

Kitchen Makeover

J.Holderby - Renovations

Large country l-shaped kitchen in Columbus with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and quartz benchtops.

Howard kitchen

Wood Wise Design & Remodeling

Stuart Jones Photograph
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Raleigh with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Paces Forest, Buckhead

Alan Clark Architects, LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, marble benchtops, ceramic splashback and with island.

Lake Retreat

Rebecca Driggs Interiors

Sean Costello
Design ideas for a beach style kitchen in Raleigh with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Mill Valley Classic Cottage

HEYDT DESIGNS

Residential Design by Heydt Designs, Interior Design by Benjamin Dhong Interiors, Construction by Kearney & O'Banion, Photography by David Duncan Livingston

Wellesley Hills

Pinney Designs

Jared Kuzia Photography
Beach style l-shaped kitchen in Boston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, a farmhouse sink, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, white benchtop and dark hardwood floors.

Beachfront Malibu Project

Haefele Design

Design ideas for a large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, with island, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, grey floor and white benchtop.

Farmhouse Inspiration

Pamko Construction

Inspiration for a country l-shaped kitchen in Boston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Farmhouse Kitchen

Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Dilworth New Build - Living & Kitchen Design

House of Nomad

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Charlotte with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, marble benchtops and ceramic splashback.

Rolling Hills Estates - Sprawling Ranch – Great Room kitchen

OCTOBER 5 Fine Home Builders

adamtaylorphotos.com
Photo of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, white splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops and subway tile splashback.

Cupboard Kitchen and Bath Discounter

Cupboards Kitchen Bath Discounters

This is an example of a large modern u-shaped separate kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Ocean Front

Brooke Wagner Design

Inspiration for a beach style eat-in kitchen in Orange County with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, with island and dark hardwood floors.

Creekside at Heritage Park

Toll Brothers, Inc.

Photo of a traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and medium hardwood floors.

Cole Valley San Francisco

Maquette Interior Design

Liz Daly
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and green cabinets.

Kitchen with White 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!