Pantry featuring light blue/gray painted cabinetry with blue accent cabinetry. Steel mesh cabinet panels, brass fixtures and hardware, engineered quartz perimeter countertop. The white oak Dutch door opens out onto the backyard.

Chef's Kitchen

Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.

Expansive custom kitchen includes a large main kitchen, breakfast room, separate chef's kitchen, and a large walk-in pantry. Vaulted ceiling with exposed beams shows the craftsmanship of the timber framing. Custom cabinetry and metal range hoods by Ayr Cabinet Company, Nappanee. Design by InDesign, Charlevoix. General Contracting by Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.; Architectural Drawings by James S. Bates, Architect; Design by InDesign; Photography by Marie Martin Kinney.

Butler's Pantry

Angela Reynolds Designs

Design ideas for an expansive transitional galley kitchen pantry in Miami with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Westwood Modern Mountain

Hendel Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped kitchen pantry in Minneapolis with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Hruska

Distinctive Designs in Cabinetry, LLC

Nurnberg Photography, LLC
This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Charleston with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Fox Country Farmhouse

Buchanan Construction

This Beautiful Country Farmhouse rests upon 5 acres among the most incredible large Oak Trees and Rolling Meadows in all of Asheville, North Carolina. Heart-beats relax to resting rates and warm, cozy feelings surplus when your eyes lay on this astounding masterpiece. The long paver driveway invites with meticulously landscaped grass, flowers and shrubs. Romantic Window Boxes accentuate high quality finishes of handsomely stained woodwork and trim with beautifully painted Hardy Wood Siding. Your gaze enhances as you saunter over an elegant walkway and approach the stately front-entry double doors. Warm welcomes and good times are happening inside this home with an enormous Open Concept Floor Plan. High Ceilings with a Large, Classic Brick Fireplace and stained Timber Beams and Columns adjoin the Stunning Kitchen with Gorgeous Cabinets, Leathered Finished Island and Luxurious Light Fixtures. There is an exquisite Butlers Pantry just off the kitchen with multiple shelving for crystal and dishware and the large windows provide natural light and views to enjoy. Another fireplace and sitting area are adjacent to the kitchen. The large Master Bath boasts His & Hers Marble Vanity's and connects to the spacious Master Closet with built-in seating and an island to accommodate attire. Upstairs are three guest bedrooms with views overlooking the country side. Quiet bliss awaits in this loving nest amiss the sweet hills of North Carolina.

Mountain Star Custom Home

Sarah Carr Design

Ric Stovall
Design ideas for an expansive transitional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Denver with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Co Down Handpainted

Wrights Design House

This classic inframe kitchen has been designed for a renovated family home. Bespoke 30mm in-frame cabinetry has been handpainted in specially mixed Gardenia with contrasting island and accent drawers in Farrow & Ball Olive. Work surfaces are 40mm Cosmic granite work surfaces with an 80mm American oak breakfast bar. Specially selected hand forged pewter handles finish the look beautifully. Images Infinity Media

Palm Beach Transitional

Marc-Michaels Interior Design

Dean Matthews
Photo of an expansive transitional kitchen pantry in Miami with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Rolling Hills Kitchen

Built By Newkirk

Jeri Koegel
Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped kitchen pantry in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Muller Residence Poggenpohl Chef's Kitchen

Poggenpohl Houston

Kitchen Builder: Stone Acorn / Designer: Cheryl Carpenter w/ Poggenpohl Photo by: Samantha Garrido
Large transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Houston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Rookwood - Traditional Estate

Visbeen Architects

Builder: J. Peterson Homes Interior Designer: Francesca Owens Photographers: Ashley Avila Photography, Bill Hebert, & FulView Capped by a picturesque double chimney and distinguished by its distinctive roof lines and patterned brick, stone and siding, Rookwood draws inspiration from Tudor and Shingle styles, two of the world’s most enduring architectural forms. Popular from about 1890 through 1940, Tudor is characterized by steeply pitched roofs, massive chimneys, tall narrow casement windows and decorative half-timbering. Shingle’s hallmarks include shingled walls, an asymmetrical façade, intersecting cross gables and extensive porches. A masterpiece of wood and stone, there is nothing ordinary about Rookwood, which combines the best of both worlds. Once inside the foyer, the 3,500-square foot main level opens with a 27-foot central living room with natural fireplace. Nearby is a large kitchen featuring an extended island, hearth room and butler’s pantry with an adjacent formal dining space near the front of the house. Also featured is a sun room and spacious study, both perfect for relaxing, as well as two nearby garages that add up to almost 1,500 square foot of space. A large master suite with bath and walk-in closet which dominates the 2,700-square foot second level which also includes three additional family bedrooms, a convenient laundry and a flexible 580-square-foot bonus space. Downstairs, the lower level boasts approximately 1,000 more square feet of finished space, including a recreation room, guest suite and additional storage.

Small shaker kitchen

Morantz Custom Cabinetry Inc.

Now that is spacious!! The difference in cost between this full access corner and a blind corner is around 300.00. Considering the cost of a complete kitchen, why would anyone waste this valuable space?? In the old days, these two doors would have been connected with an ugly piano hinge that rusted and had short screws that would fall out and there was no adjustment for walls that were not plumb and level. Notice that these hinges are concealed, they have 4 way adjustments to give perfect gaps, and they are spring loaded so that when you close them, they stay closed.

North Balgowlah Kitchen & Bathroom

Northern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms

Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen pantry in Sydney with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and vaulted.

Jacobs Residence

sk7 design studios, inc.

This is an example of a large country u-shaped kitchen pantry in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Saratoga Canyon

ODS Architecture

Open kitchen very functional and easy to clean, cold rolled steel back wall with steel open shelving, Wolf cooktop, Subzero refrigerator and Miele built-in coffee maker and dishwasher, quartz island top with cold-rolled steel base.

05 - Contemporary Craftsman (with a twist) Butler's Pantry

Aspire Fine Homes

Photo of an expansive arts and crafts galley kitchen pantry in Houston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Dundas: Kitchen Renovation Sydney 2117

The Renovation Broker

Brett Patterson
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen pantry in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Coomodore Drive

BJF Joinery

This is an example of a large galley kitchen pantry in Gold Coast - Tweed with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Paris in Draper

Steven Dailey Construction

This is an example of an expansive u-shaped kitchen pantry in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen Pantry 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!