Inspiration for a modern kitchen in San Diego with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, granite benchtops, light hardwood floors, with island and green benchtop.

Eclectic Kitchen Open Style

Divine Design Center

Inspiration for a large eclectic galley eat-in kitchen in Boston with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Hale Whole House Remodel and Addition

Green Hammer

Green Hammer worked with the client and real estate agent to find a home to renovate to their goals and budget. This 1930’s Alameda house had a robust structure, but the interior was a series of compromised disjointed remodel projects. The clients wanted a contemporary design that could blend with the historic neighborhood. In addition to creating an elegant contemporary design, we air-sealed, added deep insulation, and integrated heat recovery ventilation to reduce energy consumption by 80%. Bookmatched kitchen countertop made from Douglas fir slabs reclaimed from Tualatin. Dining room table compliments countertop with live edge bookmatched design from the same Douglas fir tree. Kitchen cabinets are painted FSC certified maple. Bathroom cabinets FSC certified alder. Custom woodwork by Urban Timberworks. Photography: Jon Jensen

MId Century Family Home

Sally Feeney Interior Design Pty Ltd

Asymmetrical mid century inspired kitchen island bench featuring tiled kick.
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury open plan kitchen in Melbourne with terrazzo benchtops, with island, a double-bowl sink, blue cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Kitchen | Project Coolum

desculpto

This kitchen design effortlessly marries reimagined traditional elements with a touch of postmodern flair, crafting a truly one-of-a-kind and personalized space. One cannot help but be drawn to the unique brushed brass rangehood, a true hero piece in this design. It not only adds a powerful stroke of creativity but also serves as a sturdy anchor, grounding the entire space with its commanding presence.

Inglewood Mid Century

CCdesign Partnerships

Beautiful remodel of an outdated kitchen in Inglewood. Clean modern design with high gloss white cabinets and a kitchen island with a dramatic waterfall edge. The cool lines are juxtaposed with warm natural elements for an inviting space.

Home for Two

Very Handsome Studio

Mid-sized scandinavian single-wall eat-in kitchen in Houston with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Mullaloo Home

Western Cabinets

An existing 70’s brick home nestled streets away from the beach, is in dire need of a transformation. The existing home had the bones to accommodate a substantial renovation, some modifications to the layout, adding an extension and exaggerating the existing raked ceilings in the main living area impacts the new home. The home itself is a relatively disjointed 70’s home, so cleaver planning was imperative to make the most of the interior space. Large open plan living areas with adjoining outdoor entertaining was important. The owners are a young family who enjoy family and entertaining so interaction with the outdoor alfresco was essential not only for quality of living but to appear as a continuation of the main living area to increase the zone visually. My client’s fresh approach; introduction of modern materials with a hint of Scandinavian and industrial, an improved working area and a functional space for cooking and preparing meals.

Brilliant in Black

Rochon New York

Clean cut, modern, and magnificent! Rochon custom made black flat panel cabinets and center island set the tone for this open and airy contemporary kitchen and great room. The island lights add a touch of whimsical . The kitchen also features an extra large Frigidaire refrigerator and freezer and wall oven.

Sherman Oaks Kitchen, Bathroom and interior remodeling

Live Well Remodeling And Construction

We upgraded this 1950s home in the lovely neighborhood of Sherman Oaks. We fully remodeled the kitchen, two bathrooms, a dining room, and bedroom. We installed new vinyl wood flooring, painted the entire home, finished the exposed beams with dark glossy finished. The home has a cool modern farmhouse style throughout the house.

LEXINGTON KITCHEN

Kate Roos Design LLC

Open shelves on each side of the range top preserve the airiness and put items within easy reach. Using a 36" cooktop with a 30" wall oven below saves space and creates continuous countertop.

Westlake

Glynis Wood Interiors

Contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Austin with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, grey splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Valle dei Casali

Archifacturing

Foto Giulio d'Adamo
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Rome with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, grey benchtop, white cabinets and beige floor.

Manor Lane

Patrick + Rosie

Paul Craig
Mid-sized scandinavian single-wall kitchen in London with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Outer Sunset Project

Decorotation Interiors

Lauren Andersen
Inspiration for a beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

Modern Walnut Kitchen Designed By Janis Manacsa

Gilmans Kitchens and Baths

Treve Johnson Photography
Design ideas for a small modern u-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, subway tile splashback and brown floor.

Elwood Home 3 - Kitchen, Butler's Pantry, Bathroom + Powder Room

smarterBATHROOMS+

David Russell
Large beach style single-wall open plan kitchen in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

A Remodeling Trifecta: Beauty, Comfort and Efficiency

Byggmeister Inc

Photo by Mike Casey Cramped, uncomfortable, and out of date: when the owners of this home approached us about renovating their kitchen and adjoining sunroom, these were high on their list of complaints. OPENING UP THE KITCHEN Our plan kept the kitchen in the same location but took down the walls between both the dining room and the sunroom to create an expansive multi-purpose space with spectacular views to conservation land along the back of the property. We removed the powder room and in its place created a window-lined hallway to the living room—opening up direct access between these two previously disconnected spaces. We then built a new half bath between these two rooms, with a door along the back hallway. The result is a more private powder room that is easier to access than before. Significantly improved cabinetry provides ample storage for both human and canine needs. An island countertop is functional and pleasant, enabling the owners to prep for and clean up from dinner all while enjoying the view of the woods behind their house. CREATING COMFORT We also completely rebuilt the sunroom, thickening the framing to allow for extra insulation and raising the roof to accommodate a higher ceiling and tall windows that let in as much natural light as the skylights they replaced, but much less of the solar gain that had made the room so intolerable in the summer. We improved visual connections between spaces and admitted more natural light by converting the framing of the main stairway from full to half walls. We also insulated the attic and replaced an aging, inefficient central air conditioning system with ductless minisplit heat pumps, which can also be used as supplemental heat. All in all, this was our kind of project: we made the home more attractive, more comfortable, and more energy-efficient—all over the course of a single, well-integrated project.

Lincoln Park Modern

Summer Thornton Design, Inc

Custom brass pulls with maple inserts add a unique touch to the simple white cabinetry. A marble counter and subway tile backsplash allow the pulls and island to stand out and make a statement. Summer Thornton Design, Inc.

Merrick House

StudioMET Architects

Yoonchul You, AIA
Photo of a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen with a Double-bowl Sink and Light Hardwood Floors 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!