Arc Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley kitchen pantry in Columbus with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

5 Top Sail Road

Karp Associates Inc.

Large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Timeless Quartz Kitchen

Toulmin Kitchen & Bath

A quiet, Best by Broan, external blower hood was installed within the range hood. Photography by Lance Holloway.
Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Birmingham with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Cenntennial Park House

Woodstock Industries

Design ideas for a traditional galley kitchen in Central Coast with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, light hardwood floors and no island.

Open shelves

Azman Architects

Open shelving units were proposed as a less formal approach to the usual wall-hung cupboards and introduced a texture and depth to the overall scheme. Photography: Jim Stephenson

Kitchen 3

Country Home Center

Inspiration for a country eat-in kitchen in Burlington with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Greenwich CT

Modiani Kitchens

Photo of a traditional separate kitchen in New York with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback and black appliances.

Ashburton - Hampton Style Face framed.

Steding Interiors & Joinery

Tim Turner Photography.
Traditional l-shaped kitchen in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, subway tile splashback and panelled appliances.

Hickory Cabinets

R. Craig Lord Construction Company, Inc.

Robert J. Laramie
Inspiration for a traditional eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and light hardwood floors.

West Pennant Hills | Traditional Kitchen

Art of Kitchens Pty Ltd

This West Pennant Hills renovation had a two main objectives: to improve the space around the island and reorganise the storage space for greater efficiency. Designer David Bartlett turned his attention to the layout of the room and repositioned a number of elements to enhance the work flow. "We needed to create an efficient work triangle," he says, "and I needed to find a way to include more appliances within the space."

Victorian Kitchen

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Toronto with granite benchtops, a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Paneled Refrigerator and Dishwasher

Hedy Rogers, CKD

Reeded-glass pocket door separates kitchen from combination pantry/laundry room. Raised ledges on both sides of the kitchen add aesthetic interest, as well as convenient storage for easily accessible items. PreviewFirst.com

Allikristé Coastal Custom Kitchen

AlliKristé Custom Cabinetry and Kitchen Design

This elegant coastal kitchen has its roots in a cottage style and Allikristé transformed the space into an upscale clean and crisp transitional feel.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Tampa with subway tile splashback, white appliances, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and a double-bowl sink.

The Peir

Action Kitchens

Photo of a transitional galley kitchen in Brisbane with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, black splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Timeless Townhouse

Cordony Group

Inspiration for a small transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, marble benchtops, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and beige cabinets.

Worthington Kitchen Remodel

Reliance Design Build

Arc Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Columbus with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen

Synthesis Design Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Vancouver with subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white splashback, granite benchtops and black benchtop.

Moore Kitchen

Modern Craft Construction, LLC

Design ideas for a large modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Dallas with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a double-bowl sink, zinc benchtops, white splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Cozy Nashville Kitchen Before and After

Spring Hill Design and Woodcraft

This is an example of a small transitional galley separate kitchen in Nashville with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Old Orchard Residence II

Jodie Rosen Design

Large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and recessed.

Kitchen with a Double-bowl Sink and Shaker Cabinets 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!