The kitchen is outfitted with Subzero and Wolf Appliances and a Miele coffee station. Natural walnut island sits in the center of the kitchen with matching wood hood band and shelving paired with brass hardware and lighting accents. The backsplash is a gorgeous combination of handmade tile with quartz backsplash at the range for a modern flair.

Open plan kitchen and living area

Cotton + Ash Interiors

Recent renovation of an open plan kitchen and living area which included structural changes including a wall knockout and the installation of aluminium sliding doors. The Scandinavian style design consists of modern graphite kitchen cabinetry, an off-white quartz worktop, stainless steel cooker and a double Belfast sink on the rectangular island paired with brushed brass Caple taps to coordinate with the brushed brass pendant and wall lights. The living section of the space is light, layered and airy featuring various textures such as a sandstone wall behind the cream wood-burning stove, tongue and groove panelled wall, a bobble area rug, herringbone laminate floor and an antique tan leather chaise lounge.

Born & Bred Studio - Lovely Kitchen, Dining and Kids space, Harrow on the Hill

Born & Bred Studio

A spacious Victorian semi-detached house nestled in picturesque Harrow on the Hill, undergoing a comprehensive back to brick renovation to cater to the needs of a growing family of six. This project encompassed a full-scale transformation across all three floors, involving meticulous interior design to craft a truly beautiful and functional home. The renovation includes a large extension, and enhancing key areas bedrooms, living rooms, and bathrooms. The result is a harmonious blend of Victorian charm and contemporary living, creating a space that caters to the evolving needs of this large family.

Wash Park Tudor Kitchen

Elizabeth P. Lord Residential Design LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts u-shaped separate kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Dallas Kitchen and more

Construction Elements

Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley open plan kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Kitchen / Home remodel

Woodwerd

Full Kitchen remodel to rework functional space and add storage plus better usability. Full custom Rehau Cabinets with Northern Oak, and Harvest Walnut. Solid Walnut Herringbone Jointed ying-yang island, with Ceaser Stone counters and full height backsplash for clean durable use.

Modern Hickory Kitchen

Lustig Custom Cabinets

Open & airy kitchen exudes contemporary styling with warm, natural woods. Light, blond hickory cabinets make the room. Top of the line appliances & all the amenities, will bring joy to every chef. Decorative wine area, beverage fridge, ice maker & stemware display will lure you in for a drink. But don't miss the wrap-around cabinetry feature that surprises everyone.

Boulevard Showhouse

Bentwood of Houston

Design ideas for a traditional separate kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, no island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Truman Road Kitchen and Laundry Remodel

ReVision Design/Remodeling

© Lassiter Photography ReVisionCharlotte.com
This is an example of a small eclectic eat-in kitchen in Charlotte with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, purple cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and yellow benchtop.

East Sheen Traditional Shaker Kitchen, Utility and Hallway

Higham Furniture

We designed storage cupboards for our client's hallway. They are painted in Little Greene's Slaked Lime Dark which we think looks beautiful with the Moroccan tile floor that our client selected.

Coppell Bethel School Rd. Kitchen

Integrated Home Improvement

Both the design and construction teams put their heart into making sure we worked with the client to achieve this gorgeous vision. The client was sensitive to both aesthetic and functionality goals, so we set out to improve their old, dated cramped kitchen, with an open concept that facilitates cooking workflow, and dazzles the eye with its mid century modern design. One of their biggest items was their need for increased storage space. We certainly achieved that with ample cabinet space and doubling their pantry space. The 13 foot waterfall island is the centerpiece, which is heavily utilized for cooking, eating, playing board games and hanging out. The pantry behind the walnut doors used to be the fridge space, and there's an extra pantry now to the left of the current fridge. We moved the sink from the counter to the island, which really helped workflow (we created triangle between cooktop, sink and fridge/pantry 2). To make the cabinets flow linearly at the top we moved and replaced the window. The beige paint is called alpaca from Sherwin Williams and the blue is charcoal blue from sw. Everything was carefully selected, from the horizontal grain on the walnut cabinets, to the subtly veined white quartz from Arizona tile, to the black glass paneled luxury hood from Futuro Futuro. The pendants and chandelier are from West Elm. The flooring is from karastan; a gorgeous engineered, white oak in herringbone pattern. The recessed lights are decorative from Lumens. The pulls are antique brass from plank hardware (in London). We sourced the door handles and cooktop (Empava) from Houzz. The faucet is Rohl and the sink is Bianco.

COONARA RESIDENCE

Kitchens by Emanuel

GREY TONES - Custom 'in-house' profile, finished in grey satin polyurethane - Large feature mantle, island build ups, rosettes & flutes - Custom walk in pantry, with (fold in or out) doors - Talostone's 'Calacatta Oro' matte installed with a 40mm provincial lambs-tongue on the island and installed on the splashback - The rest of the kitchen benchtops and walk in pantry feature Talostone's 'Neutral White' - Brushed nickel hardware - Butlers sink - Recessed round LED lighting - Blum hardware Sheree Bounassif, Kitchens by Emanuel

Avocet Ln Kitchen

Pinnacle Design & Remodeling

This house is a bit of a frankenstein. There's been many additions done over the years so we had to keep the kitchen where it was and we sadly couldn't open the space up more due to low bearing walls. We worked with what we had and tried to make the most of it! We wanted to create a fresh and open with white cabinetry and white countertops for a timeless design that will age well with the house.

Dallas Kitchen and more

Construction Elements

Mid-sized transitional galley open plan kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Dreamy Scandi Acadian

Bohannon Design Team

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white appliances, vinyl floors, with island, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Kitchen Remodel - Hermosa Beach

DYM Builders Group, Inc.

Experience the allure of the beach in your own home with this new construction costal kitchen. The modern design provides a stunning and bright space with an abundance of natural light provided by large skylights. The navy and white shaker cabinets create a timeless look, complemented by a gorgeous quartz countertop and sleek stainless steel appliances. Whether you're cooking up a feast or enjoying a cup of coffee, this kitchen provides a warm and inviting space perfect for modern living. So why not bring the calming vibes of the coast to your own home with this stunning costal kitchen.

Calcatta Gold- Kitchen and First Floor Remodel

May Construction, Inc.

The previous two-tiered peninsula was bulky and separated the cook from dining area. Replacing with a one level peninsula, large apron front sink and gorgeous brass faucet make the space feel more open, spacious and introduces extra seating and counterspace. Calcatta gold drapes the countertops and backsplash and a spark of black and brass complete this sleek design.

Scottsdale Whole House Remodel

Luxury Remodels Company

Design ideas for a large modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Kenwood Spec Home

Dawn Hearn Interior Design

This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Simplified Beach Cottage

Pondside Kitchens and Hearth

Traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Bridgeport with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island and white benchtop.

Kitchen with a Farmhouse Sink and Engineered Quartz 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!