White inset cabinetry from Starmark gives a clean and updated look to any space. This kitchen is detailed with a white and gray herringbone backsplash. Photos by Chris Veith.

Aughrim

Noel Dempsey Design

Transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Modern French Country

Beautiful Chaos Interior Design & Styling

Kitchen in modern french country home renovation.
Inspiration for a large modern kitchen pantry in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Washington, D.C. - Transitional - Kitchen

Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath

Washington, DC Transitional Kitchen #PaulBentham4JenniferGilmer http://www.gilmerkitchens.com Photography by Bob Narod Staging by Charlotte Safavi

Ridgewood, NJ - Traditional - Kitchen

The Hammer & Nail, Inc.

Ridgewood, NJ - Traditional - Kitchen Designed by Bart Lidsky of The Hammer & Nail Inc. Photography by: Peter Rymwid This luxurious kitchen is the featured kitchen of our showroom located in Bergen County. Our “New Traditions” design is an updated traditional style kitchen that includes new materials and fine details resulting in a very fresh and up to the minute version of traditional. Our kitchen features Rutt HandCrafted Cabinetry, the finest custom cabinetry in America. These extraordinary cabinets are made with the finest materials and include 5/4 Thick Cabinet Doors and Face Frames. The Hand Cut Dovetail Drawers in Natural Walnut imbues elegance to the fine custom cabinetry. Guests are drawn to the neutral tones of the mixed blue/gray paint and Hand Made Un-Lacquered Brass Cabinet Hardware which brings the whole kitchen together. There are also eye-catching Beveled Glass in Cabinet Doors for displaying beautiful decorative dishes and glassware. The Custom Brass and Matching Oak Range Hood brings beauty to the entire kitchen as a dramatic focal point. Located behind the sink, a Custom-Made Backsplash with Calcutta Gold Marble and Real Brass Accents can be found which compliments the gold faucet and handles installed onto the refined cabinetry. http://thehammerandnail.com #BartLidsky #HNdesigns #KitchenDesign

Exquisitely Transitional

Minnesota Cabinets, INC

Photo of a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Blue and Pink Kitchen in Brockley

Puccini Kitchens

Step into this vibrant and inviting kitchen that combines modern design with playful elements. The centrepiece of this kitchen is the 20mm Marbled White Quartz worktops, which provide a clean and sophisticated surface for preparing meals. The light-coloured quartz complements the overall bright and airy ambience of the kitchen. The cabinetry, with doors constructed from plywood, introduces a natural and warm element to the space. The distinctive round cutouts serve as handles, adding a touch of uniqueness to the design. The cabinets are painted in a delightful palette of Inchyra Blue and Ground Pink, infusing the kitchen with a sense of fun and personality. A pink backsplash further enhances the playful colour scheme while providing a stylish and easy-to-clean surface. The kitchen's brightness is accentuated by the strategic use of rose gold elements. A rose gold tap and matching pendant lights introduce a touch of luxury and sophistication to the design. The island situated at the centre enhances functionality as it provides additional worktop space and an area for casual dining and entertaining. The integrated sink in the island blends seamlessly for a streamlined look. Do you find inspiration in this fun and unique kitchen design? Visit our project pages for more.

Appartement Seguin

Atelier Aim

Mid-sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles, with island, grey floor and black benchtop.

White Kitchen Fieldstone

Packard Cabinetry of North Carolina

Design ideas for a small traditional kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

A Serene Southwest Kitchen

H and S Craftsmen with Counter Intelligence

Inspiration for a mid-sized u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Albuquerque with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and no island.

Mont Blanc Quartzite & Silver Pearl Granite in a White Kitchen

Stoneshop

This bright kitchen features gorgeous white UltraCraft cabinetry and natural wood floors. The island countertop is Mont Blanc honed quartzite with a build-up edge treatment. To contrast, the perimeter countertop is Silver Pearl Leathered granite. All of the elements are tied together in the backsplash which features New Calacatta marble subway tile with a beautiful waterjet mosaic insert over the stove.

Custom Hood and White Herringbone Backsplash

Kitchen Intuitions

This kitchen has everything you'd need for cooking a large family meal - double wall ovens, a KitchenAid range with a custom made hood and plenty of counter space! Photos by Chris Veith.

Llewellyn Park, Clear View

Clawson Architects, LLC

New entertaining kitchen infused with natural light, views and access to the side yard and pool. More detailed images of the kitchen can be found on
Inspiration for a large transitional galley open plan kitchen in New York with beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop and vaulted.

New Construction in Charlotte, NC

Walker Woodworking

This large, custom kitchen has multiple built-ins and a large, cerused oak island. There is tons of storage and this kitchen was designed to be functional for a busy family that loves to entertain guests.

Modern French Country

Beautiful Chaos Interior Design & Styling

Kitchen in modern french country home renovation.
This is an example of a large modern kitchen pantry in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Updated Hollis Farmhouse Kitchen

Fay's Fine Cabinetry

Design ideas for a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

Traditional Home Renovation

Refined Renovations & Refined Home

We opened this kitchen to a family room which we remodeled, gave the clients a new mudroom, sunroom, new screened room and kitchenette to be used when poolside. The style is a casual yet traditional kitchen featuring white cabinets, quartz counters and a designer glass backsplash. The use of weathered natural materials and blue/grey island creates a softness and yields a more livable space which can be hard to achieve with the use of white cabinetry alone. Their professional appliances and built-in appliance garage make this kitchen extremely functional for even the best of cooks. Finishing touches such as the fireclay farmhouse sink, the hand-hammered bar sink and a touch of crystal in the sconces provide just the right amount of sparkle.

White Macaubas Whimsical

Aria Stone Gallery

This beautiful new build colonial home was enhanced by the choice of this honed White Macaubas quartzite. This is an extremely durable material and is perfect for this soon to be mother of 3. She accented the kitchen with a turquoise hexagon back splash and oversized white lanterns

Spanish Revival

JRP Design & Remodel

The Abington inset door-style from Dewils Cabinetry creates the perfect backdrop for this modern take on Spanish-Revival. Two-tone cabinetry – Just White and Caffe on Cherry – paired with furniture-like posts, give just enough detail to allow for visual interest without distracting from other details like the Mission Tile West Revival tile in Count Basie Blue or the Pottery Barn pendants with Edison bulbs. Caesarstone countertops in Calacatta Nuvo and Arto Brick hexagon floor tile along with the Stone Impressions tile mural and tin ceilings provide the classic touches and richness a Spanish-inspired kitchen needs while remaining sophisticated and elegant with a muted Dunn Edwards Swiss Coffee paint.

Kitchen with Custom Paneling on Sub-Zero Refrigerator

Blackline Renovations

- CotY 2014 Regional Winner: Residential Kitchen Over $120,000 - CotY 2014 Dallas Chapter Winner: Residential Kitchen Over $120,000 Ken Vaughan - Vaughan Creative Media

Kitchen with Beaded Inset Cabinets and Quartzite Benchtops 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!