Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley kitchen in Melbourne with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, orange cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Dartmouth House

Shane Marsh Architects

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Brisbane with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, grey floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Farm Cottage

Rosewood Custom Cabinetry & Millwork

Colonial Kitchen by David D. Harlan Architects
Photo of a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, medium hardwood floors, with island, white splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Basso Modern Stool with Back by Trica

Barstool Comforts

Bring the Basso bar stool into your breakfast nook, kitchen, or home bar. Its cozy seat and generously padded back cushion gives comfort for you and your guests for hours.

Traditional Country Hand Painted Framed Kitchen

Tulip

Large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Surrey with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Vacationland Destination - Port Clyde Pool House

Taylor-Made Builders, Inc.

Design ideas for a beach style l-shaped separate kitchen in Portland Maine with a single-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchens

Bella Home Design

Photo of a large modern galley separate kitchen in DC Metro with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor, glass sheet splashback and brown benchtop.

Shaker White (Value Series) and Newport in Slate (Select Series)

SOLLiD Cabinetry

Shane Baker
Mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Transitional Whole House Remodel

TriplePoint Design Build

Flawless craftsmanship, creative storage solutions, angled cabinets, efficient work triangle, elevated ceilings and lots of natural light bring this contemporary kitchen to life.

Projet (Punta) Camas

Berkail

Située à Marseille, la pièce de cet appartement comprenant la cuisine ouverte et le salon avait besoin d’une bonne rénovation. L’objectif ici était de repenser l’aménagement pour optimiser l’espace. Pour ce faire, nous avons conçu une banquette, accompagnée de niches en béton cellulaire, offrant ainsi une nouvelle dynamique à cette pièce, le tout sur mesure ! De plus une nouvelle cuisine était également au programme. Une agréable surprise nous attendait lors du retrait du revêtement de sol : de magnifiques carrelages vintage ont été révélés. Plutôt que d'opter pour de nouvelles ressources, nous avons choisi de les restaurer et de les intégrer dans une partie de la pièce, une décision aussi astucieuse qu’excellente. Le résultat ? Une pièce rénovée avec soin, créant un espace de vie moderne et confortable, mais aussi des clients très satisfaits !

Castlewood Crescent - Kitchen

HEM Architects

Single-storey extension to the side of the house creates a large kitchen and dining space.
Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, timber and black appliances.

Farmhouse Views

Artisans of Devizes

This Jersey farmhouse, with sea views and rolling landscapes has been lovingly extended and renovated by Todhunter Earle who wanted to retain the character and atmosphere of the original building. The result is full of charm and features Randolph Limestone with bespoke elements. Photographer: Ray Main

Renovation cuisine Blanche et Bois Design

CUISINES BRUNO VERITE

Spacieuse, élégante et épurée, cette cuisine a de quoi vous faire rêver ! Nous avons tout refait du sol au plafond, en passant par l’électricité, la plomberie et même la peinture. En ce qui concerne l’éclairage, nous avons installé des spots dans les meubles haut ainsi qu’un luminaire au plafond dont l’intensité et la teinte sont réglables avec une télécommande. Mr & Mme B peuvent donc changer d’ambiance en fonction de leurs envies du moment. On retrouve, comme dans toutes mes créations, beaucoup de coulissants pour des cuisines toujours plus fonctionnelles. L’harmonie des couleurs est également au rendez-vous, avec une grande table en bois assortie au plan de travail et à la crédence. J’ai d’ailleurs encouragé mes clients à prendre des caissons gris assortis avec les tiroirs et le sol de la cuisine. Une couleur qui fait ressortir les façades blanches et donne cette touche design structurée. Et vous que pensez vous de cette association de couleurs ? Si vous aussi vous souhaitez transformer votre cuisine en cuisine de rêve, contactez-moi dès maintenant.

Bohème Chic

Anne Chemineau - Decor Interieur

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Suburban Heart of the Home Kitchen

Heather Cleveland Design

Design ideas for a large transitional kitchen in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Glen Ellen Residence

Knock Architecture and Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, brown benchtop and wood.

Moody Point Project

Mandeville Canyon Designs

Inspiration for a transitional u-shaped kitchen in Other with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Open Plan Country Kitchen and Utility Room

John Lewis of Hungerford

Gorgeous bespoke Shaker kitchen with kitchen island,in green and oak.
This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Berkshire with a farmhouse sink, green cabinets, wood benchtops, with island, shaker cabinets, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Kitchen

Lisa & Leroy

Hot trend alert: bookmatched vertical grain cabinetry. A mouthful but oh so pretty to look at.
Mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

LAUREL KITCHEN

Kate Roos Design LLC

A dedicated pantry and coffee station were high on the priority list for this family of four.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped separate kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, white floor and brown benchtop.

Kitchen with Wood Benchtops and with Island 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!