Photography by Tom Roe
Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, brick splashback and with island.

Island Beverage Center

SkyTree AZ

Mid-sized single-wall eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, brick splashback, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor, multi-coloured benchtop and vaulted.

Expansive Kitchen - Open concept

KraftMaster Renovations

Classic white kitchen with black counter tops, contrasted with a wooden island and white counter tops. Exposed beams and exposed brick give this kitchen a farmhouse feel. Photos by Chris Veith.

French Country Historic Renovation

Standard Kitchen & Bath

Mouser Centra Cabinetry Heartland Beaded Inset door in Painted Maple, Cornsilk with Chocolate Glaze, Matte, Oil Rubbed Bronze Barrel Hinge for the KITCHEN PERIMETER Heartland Beaded Inset door in Cherry, Harlow stain, Matte, no glaze, Heirloom distressing, M Angelo Barrel Hinge for the KITCHEN ISLAND

Matthews Kitchen Makeover

Completely Personal Homes LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Charlotte with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

Island Retreat

Jill Frey Kitchen Design

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped kitchen in Charleston with dark hardwood floors, brown floor, an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Modern Kitchen

lnclighting.llc

LALUZ Home offers more than just distinctively beautiful home products. We've also backed each style with award-winning craftsmanship, unparalleled quality and superior service. We believe that the products you choose from LALUZ Home should exceed functionality and transform your spaces into stunning, inspiring settings.

Spice and Blue Colonial Elegance

Kitchen Genesis by E Rose Design

Transitional kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, brick splashback and light hardwood floors.

4081

Heavenly Homes

Photo of a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island and beige floor.

Eclectic Kitchen Design

Everingham Design

Photo of a large eclectic open plan kitchen in Columbus with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Elwood Home 2

smarterBATHROOMS+

Photography by Tom Roe
Photo of a large transitional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, brick splashback and with island.

Southern Elegance Custom 2014

Luxe Homes and Design

Beth Fellhoelter
Inspiration for a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands and brown floor.

Topiary - Pantry cupboard details.

Thomas Ford & Sons

Photo of a large traditional galley open plan kitchen in Surrey with beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, brick splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, grey benchtop and vaulted.

MEDALLION

Medallion Cabinetry

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Brass, gold and some serious steel.

Delicious Kitchens & Interiors, LLC

Serious appliances implemented in this renovation... including the Pro 48 by Sub-Zero with its illuminated glass door. The original brick was retained and restored in this historic home circa 1794 located on Charleston's Peninsula South of Broad. Custom cabinetry in a bold finish features fixture finishes in a mix of metals including brass, stainless steel, copper and gold.

Nakan Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | NJ

Flooret

Inspired by sandy shorelines on the California coast, this beachy blonde vinyl floor brings just the right amount of variation to each room. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.

Dublin Interior Renovation - 18056

J.S. Brown & Co.

Kitchen remodel with wood beams, brass pendant lights, glazed brick and inset cabinetry.
This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, beaded inset cabinets, granite benchtops, brick splashback and grey benchtop.

Kitchen Island Storage

KraftMaster Renovations

Natural light pours into this kitchen and shows off the contrast of the wooden island with the clean white cabinets. The storage space in this kitchen is endless! Photos by Chris Veith.

Powell Kitchen Remodel

Dave Fox Design Build Remodelers

Dave Fox Design Build Remodelers This kitchen remodel combined an under-utilized formal dining room and a small, poorly laid-out, kitchen into one large cohesive and functional space. The two furniture-inspired custom islands are great for entertaining; one can be used for socializing, while the other can be utilized for cleaning and prep work. A custom thin brick surround encompasses the professional-grade gas range with additional spice and oil storage while other interesting materials including, honed quartz countertops, glazed thin brick backsplash, and oversized statement lighting complete this gourmet kitchen.

Eclectic Envy Kitchen

Chace Building Supply

Tony Chabot - photographer Copeland Builders - Putnam, CT
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Providence with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen with Beaded Inset Cabinets and Brick 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!