Large traditional u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, brown splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

Mountain Park

Studio Design Elements

Take it Digital
This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, brick splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Stylish in the City - Traditional Urban Home

Leslie Hutchison Interiors, LLC

Large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

New Hartford Traditional Country Kitchen

Showcase Kitchens

At this angle you can see the beaded inset custom cabinets and the knobs that make them pop. The red brick back splash really makes the cook top and soapstone counter top stand out!

Industrial Revolution

Troico

This is an example of a mid-sized industrial single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, light wood cabinets, grey splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop, beaded inset cabinets and concrete benchtops.

Mission Hills - Remodel

Canaan Stone Works, LLC

This beautifully designed kitchen is both functional and easily maintained. Granite countertops in Iced Brown Brushed deliver lasting beauty. Custom Countertops - Canaan Stone Works Cabinets by Parks Cabinets Design: Jacques LeBlanc, AIA, NCARB Architect AIBC REALM Architecture & Design Photos by JenniG

Vincennes - studio 19m²

NEVA Architecture Intérieure - Interior Design

La cuisine garde un côté industriel avec un plan de travail stratifié en bois chêne foncé, son évier et robinetterie en métal, et surtout sa crédence en carrelage effet briques, qui est le même que dans la salle d'eau, et un rappel au mur de briques du salon.

Willow Avenue Kitchen Remodeling

DEO Kitchen & Bath

Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and white benchtop.

Farmhouse Chic

Chace Building Supply

Tony Chabot - photographer Pellinen Builders - general contractors
Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Providence with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Navy Blue

Ola Jachymiak Studio

The idea was to create functional space with a bit of attitude, to reflect the owner's character. The apartment balances minimalism, industrial furniture (lamps and Bertoia chairs), white brick and kitchen in the style of a "French boulangerie". Open kitchen and living room, painted in white and blue, are separated by the island, which serves as both kitchen table and dining space. Bespoke furniture play an important storage role in the apartment, some of them having double functionalities, like the bench, which can be converted to a bed. The richness of the navy color fills up the apartment, with the contrasting white and touches of mustard color giving that edgy look.

craftsman kitchen

Lauren Pennisi Interiors

The free standing island keeps the floor open creating an expansive look.
Inspiration for a large arts and crafts u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, black benchtop and timber.

Stylish in the City - Traditional Urban Home

Leslie Hutchison Interiors, LLC

Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Paul

PurezaWood

Kitchen with custom wide plank flooring, white and black cabinets, white walls, and island.
Photo of a large transitional galley kitchen in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and coffered.

Country Kitchen | Rutt Cabinetry | Main Street Cabinet Co.

Rutt Quality Cabinetry

This country kitchen is comfortable, warm, and beautiful all at the same time. Features include an oversized island and a butler’s pantry. DOOR: Manor House Inset | Custom Door WOOD SPECIES: Cherry | Maple FINISH: Revere Black Stain | Custom Stain

FLORIDABLANCA

DOMUM Barcelona S.L.

Cocina en Gris marengo y tirador en Inox, encimera en madera de roble barnizada y tratada Encimera de Isla Dekton en negro. Electrodomesticos Siemens
Photo of a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Barcelona with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and grey floor.

Hartford County Kitchen Remodel

Zel, Inc.

Zel, Inc.
Expansive country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, red splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, beaded inset cabinets and brick splashback.

Mountain Park

Studio Design Elements

Take it Digital
Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, brick splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

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

Whole House Renovation

12/12 Architects & Planners

Mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop and wallpaper.

Armstrong-Exotic Hardwood

Stearns Super Center

This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

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!