The galley kitchen transitions from open counters facing the living dining spaces to storage and access left into the garage and right into the entertainment center. The oak flooring was salvaged from the existing house and reinstalled. Photo: Fredrik Brauer

Chicago Sauganash Kitchen Remodel

Masters Kitchen and Bath

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Washington, D.C. - Transitional - Rowhouse Kitchen with LaCornue

Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath

Washington DC Transitional Rowhouse Kitchen Remodel Design by #SarahTurner4JenniferGilmer. Photography by Bob Narod. http://www.gilmerkitchens.com/

White Shaker Contemporary Kitchen

TaylorPro Design and Remodeling, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen pantry in Tampa with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and no island.

Hidden Pantry, Open

Stonebreaker Builders & Remodelers

Beautiful transitional coastal kitchen with hidden pantry. White shaker cabinets, quartz counter tops, glass and stone tile back splash, bronze plumbing fixtures, wood hood, and a shiplap wrapped island accented with stained wood legs.

Japanese farmhouse meets Idaho barn

McCall Design & Planning

The butler's pantry keeps the dishes, small appliances, and pantry food items close but discreetly tucked away. This L-shaped space is quite small but does a lot of work keeping the kitchen clean and fresh looking. photo:Heather Susemihl

Gilbert - Full Interior Remodel

Elton R Construction

The counter top is Carrara marble The stone on the wall is white gold craft orchard limestone from Creative Mines. The prep sink is a under-mount trough sink in stainless by Kohler The prep sink faucet is a Hirise bar faucet by Kohler in brushed stainless. The pot filler next to the range is a Hirise deck mount by Kohler in brushed stainless. The cabinet hardware are all Bowman knobs and pulls by Rejuvenation. The floor tile is Pebble Beach and Halila in a Versailles pattern by Carmel Stone Imports. The kitchen sink is a Austin single bowl farmer sink in smooth copper with an antique finish by Barclay. The cabinets are walnut flat-panel done by palmer woodworks. The kitchen faucet is a Chesterfield bridge faucet with a side spray in english bronze. The smaller faucet next to the kitchen sink is a Chesterfield hot water dispenser in english bronze by Newport Brass All the faucets were supplied by Dahl Plumbing (a great company) https://dahlplumbing.com/

Josh Wynne Construction

Zinc alloy island top. Concrete countertops. Antique teak shutters refurbished and re-purposed as pantry doors. Knotty alder cabinets. Energy Star appliances. LEED-H Platinum certified with a score of 110 (formerly highest score in America). Photo by Matt McCorteney.

Illuminated Coffered Kitchen

Carrington Interior Redesign

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and multiple islands.

Caruth

PEMBERTON INTERIORS

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern u-shaped kitchen pantry in Dallas with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Traditional Touches

Creative Kitchen Designs, Inc.

Dave M. Davis Photography
Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors and with island.

Coastal modern farmhouse custom pantry library ladder

Amy Fox Interiors

Large beach style kitchen pantry in Miami with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

Viola E

Prodigy Homes Inc.

Karen Jackson Photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen pantry in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and white floor.

Seamless Elegance

Level One Construction

Seamless Elegance is a story bringing together both old and new. A cramped kitchen and a seldom-used den in a 100 year-old house were opened up to create a sprawling 300-sqft paradise. Obsessing over the little details was important to achieving our goal of seamless elegance. The archway and molding detail between the dining and living room was perfectly mirrored between the dining room and kitchen, right down to the hidden closets. A faux brick wall painted white was added to the back wall of the kitchen to give the illusion that the previous expansion was always there. The existing 1.5” wide beautiful oak hardwood floor was matched to the rest of the house and continued into the kitchen. The flooring throughout the house was re-done at the same time to solidify the marriage between old and new; the result was a seamless transition into functionality. The character brought into the space by the oak hardwood floor and brick wall off sets the contemporary high gloss white cabinets. No upper cabinets were used in this design because we wanted to showcase the brick accent wall. The storage lost from zero upper kitchen cabinets was more than made up in floor-to-ceiling pantry. This corner pantry accommodates the bulk of storage for food and dishes in the kitchen. The subtraction of the upper cabinets allows the Tom Dixon pendant lights to be boldly featured over the eating peninsula. Visual lines were a key aspect in this design helping the eye move throughout the space. The cabinet break lines are at the same height as the counter tops creating one continuous line. The paneled dishwasher blends perfectly with the rest of the kitchen cabinetry. The white quartz countertop flows down into a waterfall edge at the end of the eating peninsula, being the final grounding piece to visual lines. Although the kitchen is all white, it is offset and given visual interest through texture and the use of different materials. The white allows the beautiful expensive appliances to be showcased along with the newly refinished flooring. The clean crisp kitchen will be the perfect backdrop to show case boldly colored art and accessories.

White Shaker Contemporary Kitchen

TaylorPro Design and Remodeling, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen pantry in Tampa with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and no island.

Classic Traditional Kitchen Redesign

Nailed It Builders

Transform your kitchen with our Classic Traditional Kitchen Redesign service. Our expert craftsmanship and attention to detail ensure a timeless and elegant space. From custom cabinetry to farmhouse sinks, we bring your vision to life with functionality and style. Elevate your home with Nailed It Builders for a kitchen that stands the test of time.

1925 Assisi Residence

Period Architecture Ltd.

Angle Eye Photography
Traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Philadelphia with marble benchtops, stone tile splashback, travertine floors, an undermount sink, grey cabinets, grey splashback, panelled appliances and recessed-panel cabinets.

Blackney Residence

NAC2

Photo of a large country galley kitchen pantry in Dallas with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Ramble Kitchen

Carolina Moncion Design

Caroline Trinidad
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional kitchen pantry in Austin with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors and with island.

Tuscan Kitchens

Cabinet Concepts by Design

Randy Colwell
Large mediterranean u-shaped kitchen pantry in Denver with beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, with island, an undermount sink, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and dark hardwood floors.

Kitchen Pantry with Stone Tile 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!