This beautiful 2 story kitchen remodel was created by removing an unwanted bedroom. The increased ceiling height was conceived by adding some structural columns and a triple barrel arch, creating a usable balcony that connects to the original back stairwell and overlooks the Kitchen as well as the Greatroom. This dramatic renovation took place without disturbing the original 100yr. old stone exterior and maintaining the original french doors above the balcony.

Larkspur Rustic Remodel

Brooks Brothers Cabinetry

Design ideas for an expansive country kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, panelled appliances, with island, grey benchtop, grey cabinets, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Old Toccoa Farms

Mountain Lakes Cabinetry

Beautiful cozy cabin in Blue Ridge Georgia. Cabinetry: Rustic Maple wood with Silas stain and a nickle glaze, Full overlay raised panel doors with slab drawer fronts. Countertops are quartz. Beautiful ceiling details!! Wine bar features lovely floating shelves and a great wine bottle storage area.

Traditional Custom Kitchen

Redcastle Builders Inc.

Photo of a large traditional l-shaped kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, beige splashback, travertine splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Village Green

Kitchen & Bath by Design LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown benchtop.

Transitional white kitchen

Signature Kitchens, Inc.

Custom inset cabinetry: white cabinets with maple stained island; custom wood hood, farm sink, silver travertine floors, recessed panel cabinet doors. Peter Chollick Photography

Additions and Renovation - Oley, PA

Peter Zimmerman Architects

Tom Crane
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, travertine splashback, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen Remodel

David Clark Construction, LLC

Kitchen Remodel featuring Wolf and Subzero Appliances
Photo of a large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Nashville with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Oakley Home Builders

This kitchen features Venetian Gold Granite Counter tops, White Linen glazed custom cabinetry on the parameter and Gunstock stain on the island, the vent hood and around the stove. The Flooring is American Walnut in varying sizes. There is a natural stacked stone on as the backsplash under the hood with a travertine subway tile acting as the backsplash under the cabinetry. Two tones of wall paint were used in the kitchen. Oyster bar is found as well as Morning Fog.

Rodgers Kitchen

Turan Designs, Inc.

Traditional White Kitchen with Copper Apron Front Sink
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with raised-panel cabinets, a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and beige benchtop.

South Pawleys Custom Home

CRG Companies

Open kitchen with center island
This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and timber.

Soft Modern

JP Malone

Design ideas for a mid-sized l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Windermere Private Residence

J Richard Watson Construction Company, Inc.

Lawrence Taylor Photography
Inspiration for a large mediterranean l-shaped separate kitchen in Orlando with beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, panelled appliances, travertine floors, multiple islands, glass-front cabinets, travertine splashback, beige floor and a farmhouse sink.

Old Palm

Cabinet Encounters

Photo of a large traditional single-wall separate kitchen in Miami with panelled appliances, a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, travertine splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Rudloe Road

Scarinish Studio

Large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, travertine splashback, white appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Traditional French Country Kitchen Remodel

The Cleary Company

Photo of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Rural Kewanee Kitchen Remodel With Rustic Beech Cabinets and White Sand Granite

Village Home Stores

A rural Kewanee home gets a remodeled kitchen featuring Rustic Beech cabinetry and White Sand Granite tops, Black Stainless Steel appliances, and the legrand undercabinet lighting system. Kitchen remodeled from start to finish by Village Home Stores.

Large Two-Level Island | After

Renaissance Kitchen and Home

Great house remodel, reconfigured the kitchen floor plan, opened up the great room, double arches and columns, stone 2 story fireplace, cast stone mantle from stoneworks, travertine floors,marble foyer,hardwood with carpet inlays, molding galore

Village Green

Kitchen & Bath by Design LLC

Mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown benchtop.

Goleta Residence

Jessica Risko Smith Interior Design

Photos by Lepere Studio
Design ideas for a large traditional kitchen in Santa Barbara with quartz benchtops, white cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and travertine splashback.

All Islands Kitchen with Travertine 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!