Bespoke solid oak inframe kitchen with solid oak internals – handpainted in Farrow & Ball Wimborne White – by Madison Interiors. 30mm Silestone Coral Clay work surfaces with Madison edge and framed splash back. Images Infinity media

Beach Home Renovation in Bonita Springs

Calusa Construction, Inc.

Matt Steeves Photography
This is an example of a tropical l-shaped kitchen in Miami with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, brown cabinets, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

A Tuscan Kitchen

Tim Moss

Farrow and Ball Cornforth White and London Clay compliment perfectly the natural Travertine stone floor
Photo of a country l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, brown splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, limestone floors and with island.

Lakemore Retreat Lodge Rental

Marty Rhein, CKD, CBD - BAC Design Group

Photos by Kaity
Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Log home with barn wood and Western decor

Appalachian Log and Timber Homes

Roger Wade photography
This is an example of a small traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

VIVI LO SPAZIO

cdnstudio

Cucina a vista con isola, aperta sulla zona pranzo.
Large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, brown cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Mid-Century Modern Ranch Kitchen

Studio M Kitchen & Bath

The island and serving space features a Cambria countertop with the mitered edge detail for a special touch to this contemporary mid-modern kitchen style. The black glaze countertop accents with the white matte cabinetry for a sharp design execution. Scott Amundson Photography, LLC. Learn more about our showroom and kitchen and bath design: www.mingleteam.com

Arredamenti Giugliano

GM Arreda

Cucina in legno effetto finta muratura, colonna forno, base per lavastoviglie e dispensa ad angolo con effetto tegole sulla cornice. Lavello in pietra collocato sulla penisola; Tavolo e sedie in legno coordinato con la finitura della cucia. Progetto ideale per gli amanti dello shabby-chic e rustico.

Kitchens

EuroAmerica Design

Crystal
Photo of a mid-sized country u-shaped separate kitchen in Detroit with a farmhouse sink, green cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, timber splashback, no island and beaded inset cabinets.

1041 EL

Weaver Custom Homes

Inspiration for a traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, distressed cabinets, brown splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

Project 47

The Main Company

Wine cooler tucked away in the island
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in London with blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, brick splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, a farmhouse sink and beaded inset cabinets.

Attico Sempione_Vista dell'angolo cottura

FondamentanuoveFN/03

Vista dell'angolo cottura. Tavolo e sedie Ikea.
Small contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Milan with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Essex Federal

Sapia Builders Corp.

Inspiration for a small traditional single-wall kitchen pantry in Bridgeport with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, white appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Rustic Retreat

Cooley Custom Cabinetry

This is an example of a large traditional open plan kitchen in Columbus with a farmhouse sink, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, beaded inset cabinets and white cabinets.

Upper West Side Residence

Ann Baumgartner Design

Marco Ricca
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped separate kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, a peninsula and brown floor.

Poured Concrete Countertop

Showcase Kitchens

Tim Cree/Creepwalk Media Extra chunky island posts add drama to this black painted sand-through distressed-finished center island. Countertop is not wood - - it’s poured concrete by JM Lifestyles!! A Sub Zero wine cooler for the grownups is adjacent to a Sub Zero beverage center for the young’uns. Floor is wood-look 8” Italian porcelain, which includes radiant heat.

Old world style Kitchen

Petrucci Johnson Homes

Large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, mosaic tile splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Windy Hill Whole House Remodel Lodge Style

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

The interior of the home went from Colonial to Classic Lodge without changing the footprint of the home. Columns were removed, fur downs removed that defined space, fireplace relocated, kitchen layout and direction changed, breakfast room and sitting room flip flopped, study reduced in size, entry to master bedroom changed, master suite completely re-arranged and enlarged, custom hand railing designed to open up stairwell, hardwood added to stairs, solid knotty alder 8’ doors added, knotty alder crown moldings added, reclaimed beamed ceiling grid, tongue and groove ceiling in kitchen, knotty alder cabinetry, leather finish to granite, seeded glass insets, custom door to panty to showcase an antique stained glass window from childhood church, custom doors and handles made for study entry, shredded straw added to wall texture, custom glazing done to all walls, wood floor remnants created an antique quilt pattern for the back wall of the powder bath, custom wall treatment created by designer, and a mixture of new and antique furnishing were added, all to create a warm, yet lived in feeling for this special family. A new central stone wall reversed with an over scaled fireplace and reclaimed flooring from the East became the anchor for this level of the home. Removing all the “divisions” of space and using a unified surface made unused rooms, part of the daily living for this family. The desire to entertain large group in a unified space, yet still feel like you are in a cozy environment was the driving force for removing divisions of space. Photos by Randy Colwell

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Calais Custom Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Leawood Classic French Kitchen

Kitchens By Kleweno

Bob Greenspan Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Kansas City with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen with Beaded Inset Cabinets and Brown 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!