Our Principal Designer, Lynn Kloythanomsup of Landed Interiors & Homes, was selected by House Beautiful as a 'Next Wave' designer in May 2019. This honor is extended to notable designers on the rise, and the accompanying article covers some of Lynn's favorite products and design tips.

1920's Country House Restoration

Don Harris, Architect

Christina Rahr Lane
Mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and yellow splashback.

Surfside Kitchen

Thyme & Place Design LLC

This beautiful and inviting retreat compliments the adjacent rooms creating a total home environment for entertaining, relaxing and recharging. Soft off white painted cabinets are topped with Taj Mahal quartzite counter tops and finished with matte off white subway tiles. A custom marble insert was placed under the hood for a pop of color for the cook. Strong geometric patterns of the doors and drawers create a soothing and rhythmic pattern for the eye. Balance and harmony are achieved with symmetric design details and patterns. Soft brass accented pendants light up the peninsula and seating area. The open shelf section provides a colorful display of the client's beautiful collection of decorative glass and ceramics.

Rustic Kitchen

Inspiration for a country galley eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, yellow splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Thedford

Valia Design

Mid-sized modern single-wall kitchen pantry in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Lemon Tree House

Shape London

Adam Scott
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, yellow splashback, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and panelled appliances.

Tewksbury Mountain House

Cusano Associates Architecture + design

Laura Moss Photography
Photo of a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Mid-Century Modern Ranch

Susan Jay Design

Hickory wood cabinetry, reclaimed Walnut counter and light fixtures from Spain create an aspiring chef's dream kitchen. Tom Bonner Photography
Mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, matchstick tile splashback, dark hardwood floors and with island.

CONTEMPORARY UPDATE TO 50'S SPLIT LEVEL

Doug Walter Architect

A formerly walled in kitchen can finally breathe, and the cook can talk to his/her family or guests in this Denver remodel. Same footprint, but feels and works 5x better! Caesarstone counters and splash,

Custom Black Forest Home

KLo Home Design

Scullery Kitchen with custom fridge, wall oven and microwave combo, a second dishwasher, prep sink, shelving, rolling ladder and butcher block counter tops

Bianco e oro

Brusa Nerini Architetti

La zona cottura, con un bellissimo piano ad induzione e cappa a scomparsa, si allinea con il tavolo colazione alto color caffè scuro, per consentire una continuità visiva degli elementi non solo dal punto di vista cromatico.

Integrated Shelving Frames the Fridge Freezer

Oliver Green Kitchens Ltd

Floor to ceiling triple panel doors and integrated shelving frames the American Fridge Freezer and provides extra storage space.
Mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and white benchtop.

appartamento da vivere insieme

Isabella Maruti e Paola Bonfante architette

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Milan with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, yellow splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Historic Pasadana period Kitchen Island

Bethanis Homes

Photo of a large mediterranean u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, yellow splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

A Palo Alto Family Home

Kristina Wolf Design

Inspiration for a transitional eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Boston, Ma Residence

Andra Birkerts Design

Greg Premru
This is an example of a small contemporary galley kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and granite benchtops.

First Floor Home Renovation

Boyce Design + Build

The custom kitchen is truly the heart of this renovation and the ideal spot for entertaining. The floor-to-ceiling shaker-style custom cabinets with modern bronze hardware, are finished in Sherwin Williams Pewter Green, a trendy but timeless color choice that perfectly complement the oversized kitchen island and countertops topped with sleek black leathered granite. The large, new island is the centerpiece of this designer kitchen and serves as a multifunctional hub. Anchoring the space is an eye-catching focal wall showcasing a stylish white plaster vent hood positioned above a Wolf Induction Cooktop with a stunning Calcutta Classic marble backsplash with ledge.

Applewood Atomic Ranch

Lindy Design Build

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped separate kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Mid-Century Modern Kitchen With a View

Forward Design Build Remodel

For this mid-century modern kitchen our team came up with a design plan that gave the space a completely new look. We went with grey and white tones to balance with the existing wood flooring and wood vaulted ceiling. Flush panel cabinets with linear hardware provided a clean look, while the handmade yellow subway tile backsplash brought warmth to the space without adding another wood feature. Replacing the swinging exterior door with a sliding door made for better circulation, perfect for when the client entertains. We replaced the skylight and the windows in the eat-in area and also repainted the windows and casing in the kitchen to match the new windows. The final look seamlessly blends with the mid-century modern style in the rest of the home, and and now these homeowners can really enjoy the view!

appartamento da vivere insieme

Isabella Maruti e Paola Bonfante architette

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Milan with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, yellow splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

All Islands Kitchen with Yellow 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!