Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a double-bowl sink, light wood cabinets, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and recessed-panel cabinets.

Rustic Kitchen

Country kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, wood benchtops and beige splashback.

Kitchen Restoring and Updating in the Grand 1920s Tudor Style

Bridgewater

After Originally this kitchen was open and inviting (see before pix). An earlier renovation added walls and created nooks but made the space very chopped up. It had a separate pantry, a breakfast nook, and a kitchen area with all the amenities crammed into a 10-by-10- foot space. Bridgewater did everything possible to make the existing footprint of the kitchen seem bigger and improve traffic flow, while respecting the original Tudor design and materials. The remodeling design moved plumbing, removed part of a wall to create a pass-through to the main hallway, added an island, and enlarged an archway. The remodeler tapped into his creativity to duplicate the look and feel of existing products and finishes that would have been used in the late 1920s.

Multi-Level Kitchen Remodel

Crystal Kitchen + Bath

A not-so-new but persistent trend in our remodeling projects is removing walls to open up the kitchen to living and dining spaces. As the design progressed, it became clear that the best plan would be to switch the kitchen to the front of the house and situate the living room to the back. The beautiful woods bordering their back and side yard is the view they wanted to look out upon. By eliminating front windows and adding large windows on the side and back walls, they have a view of the whole living space and their yard as well. This solution was facilitated by completely removing the wall that divided the vaulted living space. Now the client enjoys her love of cooking, baking and canning more than ever in the large sociable kitchen. We incorporated a walk-in pantry and a 3-tier island into the L-shape kitchen design.Lighted display storage for her teapot collection, several sets of dishes, and many cookbooks was a priority. The handmade, cherry table top at one end of the island is used for everyday dining. There’s a wall-hung flat screen TV right next to the pantry and stereo system is in the cabinetry on the back side of the island.

3 Chambord - The Dominion

K. Miller Interiors

Photo Courtesy: Siggi Ragnar.
This is an example of an expansive mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, limestone splashback, panelled appliances, travertine floors and multiple islands.

Muskoka Cottage

Studio P Interiors

Photo of a scandinavian galley kitchen in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, beige floor, black benchtop and exposed beam.

Condo Spruce Up

Cottage Redesign Inc

Reflecting Walls Photography
Photo of a small transitional galley open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, no island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Apartamento en Casco Histórico

Idearte Marta Montoya

Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in Seville with with island, a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Barrington, IL Kitchen

Century Kitchens & Bath

an-eye-for-business.com JEFF SIEGEL
This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Sienna Bordeaux Granite Kitchen Countertops

Granite Depot of Charleston

A granite kitchen countertop installation done by East Coast Granite and Design. Stone: Sienna Bordeaux Granite. Visit us at www.eastcoastgranitecharleston.com to see more of our work. Photos by Your Business Media.

Sienna Bordeaux Granite Kitchen Countertops

Granite Republic

A recent granite kitchen countertop installation done by Granite Republic in Dallas, TX. Visit us at www.graniterepublic.com to see more of our work. Photos by Your Business Media.

Friendswood, TX Kitchen Remodel

I.Q. Granite & Flooring

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors and a peninsula.

Kitchen Remodel

Nixon Construction

Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island and brown floor.

Weldon Springs Kitchen

Caryn Boultinghouse Design Studio

This is an example of a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in St Louis with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Paris Residence

Red Leaf Interiors, LLC

Reid Rolls Photography
This is an example of a traditional kitchen in Nashville with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback and multiple islands.

A Kitchen Designed for Family Gathering

Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes

• A busy family wanted to rejuvenate their entire first floor. As their family was growing, their spaces were getting more cramped and finding comfortable, usable space was no easy task. The goal of their remodel was to create a warm and inviting kitchen and family room, great room-like space that worked with the rest of the home’s floor plan. The focal point of the new kitchen is a large center island around which the family can gather to prepare meals. Exotic granite countertops and furniture quality light-colored cabinets provide a warm, inviting feel. Commercial-grade stainless steel appliances make this gourmet kitchen a great place to prepare large meals. A wide plank hardwood floor continues from the kitchen to the family room and beyond, tying the spaces together. The focal point of the family room is a beautiful stone fireplace hearth surrounded by built-in bookcases. Stunning craftsmanship created this beautiful wall of cabinetry which houses the home’s entertainment system. French doors lead out to the home’s deck and also let a lot of natural light into the space. From its beautiful, functional kitchen to its elegant, comfortable family room, this renovation achieved the homeowners’ goals. Now the entire family has a great space to gather and spend quality time.

Henning Family Kitchen Sacramento

Loomis Cabinet Sales

Jean Woods
Mid-sized traditional u-shaped kitchen in Sacramento with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

Small can be special

Susan Dearborn Interiors

This efficient kitchen glows with a warm patina of wood and metal.
This is an example of a transitional u-shaped kitchen in Boston with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances and slate splashback.

Olga Waterfront

Designward Inc.

Bill Dean Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Pasadena CA Condo Remodel

Marlene Oliphant Designs LLC

This kitchen was designed for a married couple who are gourmet cooks and wine enthusiasts. All of the appliances are Viking. There is a tall pantry cabinet and corner desk area at the far end. To the left of the cooktop, the wall was opened up to a serving counter with stools on the other side and a view to the living room. Gold granite tops mahogany cabinetry. The floor tile is porcelain, a weave of 12 x 24 tiles with a 6x6-inch tile accent. Both the floor and backsplash tiles are by Crossville. Photo by Harry Chamberlain

Kitchen with a Double-bowl Sink and Beige 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!