Winan's Lake, Brighton, MI Transitional Style Kitchen

Storage solutions and organization were a must for this homeowner. Space for tupperware, pots and pans, all organized and easy to access. Dura Supreme Hudson in cashew was chosen to complement the bamboo flooring. KSI Designer Lloyd Endsley. Photography by Steve McCall

Van Alstyne Kitchen

Karen Childress Designs

New custom built in venthood with corbels and small shelf with cabinets above. Photo credits: Melinda Ortley
Design ideas for a large mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and with island.

Hilltop Farmstead

GRIT Co.

Snap Chic Photography
Inspiration for a large country u-shaped kitchen pantry in Austin with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

"Clerely" Not the same

W.L. Construction Inc.

Erik Lubbock
Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island, a drop-in sink and beige floor.

NW Craftsman New Construction

McCabe By Design LLC

A generous kitchen island is the work horse of the kitchen providing storage, prep space and socializing space. Alder Shaker style cabinets are paired with beautiful granite countertops. Double wall oven, gas cooktop , exhaust hood and dishwasher by Bosch. Founder depth Trio refrigerator by Kitchen Aid. Microwave drawer by Sharp.

Kitchens

Fischer Custom Cabinets

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with recessed-panel cabinets, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, dark wood cabinets, stone slab splashback, bamboo floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen Remodeling

Dreamworks Remodeling

Lester O'Malley
Design ideas for a small traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and a peninsula.

Meadows Unit 6

MADIA HOMES INC

Design ideas for a transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Custom White Kitchen Cabinets

Prime Innovations LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Huntington with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, subway tile splashback and bamboo floors.

Traditional Kitchen

This is an example of a small traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and with island.

Minnehaha Falls Kitchen Remodel

TreHus Architects+Interior Designers+Builders

Design ideas for a small traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

Universal Design Remodel

Nilsson Architects

This kitchen is the central feature of a "Universal design" for a two-level urban apartment renovation. Universal design creates environments that are accessible to all people, regardless of age, disability or other factors. Universal design allows us and our loved ones to stay at home during rehabilitation or while living with a disability. Universal design also allows us to age in place while we stay in our homes.

Chuckanut Ridge

Prentiss Balance Wickline Architects

Photographer: Benjamin Benschneider
Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, light wood cabinets, with island, an undermount sink and bamboo floors.

Moccassin Avenue

M&I Design Group

Just waiting for the backsplash!
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic eat-in kitchen in San Diego with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and with island.

Utley Kitchen

Turan Designs, Inc.

Traditional White Kitchen Photo by: Sacha Griffin
Large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island, brown floor, brown splashback, stone tile splashback and multi-coloured benchtop.

Sharma Springs

IBUKU Bali

The open kitchen with basket to house appliances and breakfast bar
Photo of a large tropical eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and no island.

Sugar Beach Residence

Rixey Company, Inc.

Photo by Travis Rowan - Living Maui Media
Inspiration for a beach style kitchen in Hawaii with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, bamboo floors, with island and brown floor.

Beckenham - Beautiful Villa

Sandy Eagle Design Ltd

Villa with Granite benchtop - Stainless steel - Linen finish benchtop to eitherside of oven and into pantry Coffee Station, Onbench corner pantry, HWA doors on main pantry by Hafele, Pressed metal splashback , Wrought Iron Feature

Memorial Kitchen Full Renovation

Big City Construction Co

Bayside Images
Design ideas for an expansive transitional galley open plan kitchen in Houston with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Five Fountains

G. Lee Homes

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary open plan kitchen in Omaha with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, bamboo floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Kitchen with Granite Benchtops and Bamboo Floors 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!