Inspiration for a scandinavian kitchen in Moscow with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback and subway tile splashback.

Austin

Sterling Brook Custom Homes

Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

Impressionen

Neptune Home Berlin

Large country galley kitchen in Berlin with shaker cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, with island, a drop-in sink and blue cabinets.

Alaska's Best Kitchens - First Place Kitchen

K&W Interiors

Designer Fernanda Conrad of K&W Interiors chose Merillat Tolani Cotton white cabinets extended to the ceiling to maximize the space and give the illusion of height. Stainless steel open shelves provide roomy storage and enhance the decor. The white gloss subway tile used for the backsplash provides the classic, clean look our client wanted, while the mix of Formica laminate and unfinished butcher block countertops give the kitchen interest. The old carpet and vinyl were replaced with a beautiful engineered, hand-scraped hickory floor throughout the entire first floor. Lastly, our client needed a table to accommodate her large extended family. We custom built the table from maple finished butcher block and Cayenne painted chunky legs to give the room a pop of color. With a modification to the sliding doors, and the right appliances and lighting fixtures, this kitchen became the bright, welcoming environment with a modern vibe that has become the heart of this home.

Fullerton Whole Home Transformation

WC Design Center

Twist on a Mid-century Modern & a Classic galley style space. We decided to open up the kitchen by introducing a large 7 foot bay window to let in the light and make the space feel big and bright. We adjusted all the appliance locations for function and beauty and added a dramatic octagon style large format tile floor to again enhance the space. My FAVORITE detail is the brick full height backsplash running all the way up above cabinets, maximizing every square inch of space with detail. A custom hood, open shelving, and the sconce lights really set this kitchen apart with every detail.

Grogan's Point

Frankel Design Build

Connie Anderson
Photo of an expansive transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Basement Kitchen Installation

Setter

Our client was looking for a simple kitchen to be installed in their basement suite. From consultation to measurement, to material selection, fabrication and installation. We managed this install from beginning to end.

PentalTek in Calacatta Elegante - Porcelain Slab

Architectural Surfaces

PentalTek in Calacatta Elegante PentalTek combines the strength and durability of a porcelain slab, with sophisticated design and a refined palette. By utilizing innovative technology, we’re able to expand the design potential for both interior and exterior spaces. Along with the technical performance of a porcelain surface, PentalTek’s XL size allows for seamless installations from large kitchen islands, to long stretches of countertops, expanses of walls, and even flooring.

Modern Meets Traditional In This DIY IKEA Kitchen

INSPIRED KITCHEN DESIGN

When it comes to style, Danielle — who just so happens to be a designer — prefers a more modern look. “If I had to choose anything at IKEA, it would have been high gloss white and some orange. That’s what I would have done with a blank slate." The house, however, has more traditional bones. Danielle needed to strike the perfect balance of modern and traditional. While the stainless lights lean more towards modern, the cabinets serve as a graceful nod to the traditional.

Farm House Retreat

BKC of Westfield

BKC of Westfield
Design ideas for a small country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, grey benchtop, a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, solid surface benchtops, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and medium wood cabinets.

Jasmine

Duet Design Group

Classic Kitchen, Emily Minton Redfield
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a drop-in sink, louvered cabinets, beige cabinets, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Кухня в скандинавском стиле

IvE-interior

This is an example of a small scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Moscow with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, no island and brown floor.

White Farmhouse Kitchen

Schrock's Woodworking

Photo of a small country u-shaped kitchen pantry in Columbus with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and zinc benchtops.

Mediterranean Kitchen

Design ideas for a mediterranean u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, yellow splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors and no island.

Small Kitchen Makeover with The Hunted Interior

Martha Stewart Living

Detail of message center on end panel.
Design ideas for a small traditional galley eat-in kitchen in New York with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Armadale House

bg architecture

Michelle Williams
This is an example of a large contemporary galley kitchen in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and subway tile splashback.

Traditional styling small city apartment

Etre

Creative take on regency styling with bold stripes, orange accents and bold graphics. Photo credit: Alex Armitstead
Small eclectic galley separate kitchen in Hampshire with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, coloured appliances, painted wood floors and no island.

Galley Kitchen

Four Brothers Design + Build

Galley kitchen in Washington DC rowhome.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional galley separate kitchen in DC Metro with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and no island.

Kitchens

Celtic Marble and Granite

Mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Nashville with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

WHITE AND LIGHT BLUE KITCHEN, CANYON COUNTRY

American Home Improvement Inc.

Kitchen remodeling in Canyon Country. Light blue and white kitchen, by American Home Improvement, Inc.
Photo of a mid-sized modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, no island, white floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with a Drop-in Sink and Subway 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!