Inspiration for a transitional kitchen in Brisbane with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop, timber and vaulted.

Rénovation complète appartement Paris 16e

PREGO

Contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, white floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Modern Kitchen

Shearer Designs

Modern Kitchen, Granite waterfall edge countertop and full backsplash. 7615 SW Sea Serpent cabinet color, Laminate gray LVP flooring. Black Stainless steel appliances. Blanco black composite undermount sink. White Dove Wall Color OC-17 Benjamin Moore Satin.

Crossman

Cabinet Magic Inc.

This custom kitchen design makes great use of the triangle function pattern between the Fridge, cooktop and sink. You can see the convenient cabinet accessories that allow for storage and easy access. A spacious peninsula for cooking and entertaining. A built-in shelf microwave that creates a solution to get it off the counterop allowing for more space!

Hougang Street 51

Design Point Interiors Pte Ltd

Inspiration for a midcentury u-shaped kitchen in Singapore with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Double Sided Stone Fireplace with Copper Chimney

Ron Brown - The Finisher

This double sided fireplace is the pièce de résistance in this river front log home. It is made of stacked stone with an oxidized copper chimney & reclaimed barn wood beams for mantels. Steel flat bar was installed as a detail around the perimeter of the loft.

Custom Kitchen in Nantucket

J. Graham Goldsmith Architects

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style kitchen pantry in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and recessed.

Green Goods

Design by Heather Tissue; construction by Green Goods Kitchen remodel featuring carmelized strand woven bamboo plywood, maple plywood and paint grade cabinets, custom bamboo doors, handmade ceramic tile, custom concrete countertops

Rocky Point Circle

Talie Jane Interiors

Full kitchen remodel. Main goal = open the space (removed overhead wooden structure). New configuration, cabinetry, countertops, backsplash, panel-ready appliances (GE Monogram), farmhouse sink, faucet, oil-rubbed bronze hardware, track and sconce lighting, paint, bar stools, accessories.

Mountain Chalet

Basso Interiors Inc

Walnut and white painted cabinets create the casual, inviting kitchen. Bianco antico countertops keep that mountain feel and add warmth. Custom vintage inspired white woodwork wrap the accent walls and banquette.

The Oaks Kitchen Remodel

Roanoke Woodworking Inc.

Mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and medium wood cabinets.

Lula Farmhouse Kitchen Remodel

Tracy Tesmer Design/Remodeling

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen Remodel
Large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Single Story Custom Craftsman Style Home

Builders, LLC

This custom craftsman home located in Flemington, NJ was created for our client who wanted to find the perfect balance of accommodating the needs of their family, while being conscientious of not compromising on quality. The heart of the home was designed around an open living space and functional kitchen that would accommodate entertaining, as well as every day life. Our team worked closely with the client to choose a a home design and floor plan that was functional and of the highest quality. Craftsman-style kitchen lighting is about function, but its strong geometric lines also add visual flair. Shaker style cabinetry also provides this kitchen with functionality and simple lines without any detailed carvings or ornamentation.

Small Kitchen Living Large

CMC Design Studio LLC

Newlyweds had just moved into their new home and immediately wanted to update their kitchen which is located in the center of the household, lacking any natural light source of its own. To make matters worse, the cabinets in place were dark red with black countertops. Not the picture of brightness they were looking for. To increase the amount of light reflected throughout the kitchen, we incorporated some of the following updates: 1. Replaced the solo ceiling light with 4 recessed cans 2. Updated the florescent undercabinet lights with new LED strips 3. Installed custom white cabinets topped with Silestone’s new Artic Ocean white countertops 4. Updated the dark glass pendants over the bar with larger, clear glass pendants that spoke more to the history of the home 5. Painted the walls a soft gray to compliment the palette The original kitchen layout was updated to eliminate the existing soffits and open the visual feel of the space. A large white farm sink now centers the natural wood bar area, inviting guests to sit and gather for ballgames and celebrations. Glass tile and USB ports at charging sites complete the space for the family to grow over the years. Photo by Stockwell Media

Colorful & Organized Small Kitchen

Tracey Stephens Interior Design Inc

The in-law suite kitchen could only be in a small corner of the basement. The kitchen design started with the question: how small can this kitchen be? The compact layout was designed to provide generous counter space, comfortable walking clearances, and abundant storage. The bold colors and fun patterns anchored by the warmth of the dark wood flooring create a happy and invigorating space. SQUARE FEET: 140

Mid-century Modern Kitchen Remodel for Lake House in Falls Church, VA

USA Cabinet Store Fairfax

Mid-sized midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, cork floors, a peninsula, beige floor, multi-coloured benchtop and vaulted.

Briarcliff Chateau

Spice Hill Interiors

Large transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, black floor, dark hardwood floors and multi-coloured benchtop.

Sunny Tuscan Inspired Kitchen with Beautiful Bronze Accents

emma delon

This warm and inviting Tuscan inspired kitchen is located in a lovely little neighborhood in Durham, North Carolina. Here, warm cream cabinets are accented beautifully with Cambria Canterbury Quartz countertops, Jerusalem Gold limestone backsplashes, and bronze accents. The stainless steel appliances and Kohler stainless steel Simplice faucet provide a nice contrast to the dark bronze hardware, tile inserts, and light fixtures. The existing breakfast room light fixture, table, and chairs blend beautifully with the new selections in the room. New hardwood floors, finished to match the existing throughout the house, work fabulously with the warm yellow walls. The careful selection of cabinetry storage inserts and brand new pantry storage units make this kitchen a wonderfully functional space and a great place for both family meals and entertaining. copyright 2012 marilyn peryer photography

Modern Cabin Retreat in Walnut

Allen's Fine Woodworking, Inc.

Photo of a small midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and multi-coloured benchtop.

Lucky Lake House

Kitchen Design Partners, Inc.

L-shaped eat-in kitchen in Milwaukee with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen with a Peninsula and Multi-Coloured Benchtop 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!