Traditional Kitchen with Extras - Norwell, MA

This traditional kitchen design is packed with features that will make it the center of this home. The white perimeter kitchen cabinets include glass front upper cabinets with in cabinet lighting. A matching mantel style hood frames the large Wolf oven and range. This is contrasted by the gray island cabinetry topped with a wood countertop. The walk in pantry includes matching cabinetry with plenty of storage space and a custom pantry door. A built in Wolf coffee station, undercounter wine refrigerator, and convection oven make this the perfect space to cook, socialize, or relax with family and friends. Photos by Susan Hagstrom

Teri Turan

Turan Designs, Inc.

Design ideas for a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Atlanta with stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, granite benchtops, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback and stone tile splashback.

Extreme Renovation

Young & Borlik Architects, inc.

A marble hearth behind the La Cornue range and brass trimmed hood center under a graceful herring bone brick barrel ceiling. Heavy distressed wood beams contrast from the white painted decking ceiling in the nook. Glass shelving and marble counters reflect the natural light spilling in from 16 foot tall windows.

Belsize Park

Nicola Parkin Design

This is an example of a transitional u-shaped kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

The Dundas'

Joanne Hodges

Design ideas for a country l-shaped kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, beige floor, brown benchtop and vaulted.

Stamford Brook Traditional Shaker Kitchen

Higham Furniture

Framed Shaker kitchen with moulding on the shaker panels and cockbeaded drawers. Main units painted in Little Greene 'Portland Stone Deep' and the island is painted in Farrow & Ball 'Green Smoke' - colour matched using Little Greene pigments. Walls: Farrow & Ball 'Wimbourne White' Everhot 120i cooker Fridge by Fisher & Paykel (RF540ADUSX4) Worktops are SG Carrara quartz Perrin and Rowe - Ionian deck mounted tap with crosshead handles in Aged brass finish. Burnished Brass handles by Armac Martin Photo by Rowland Roques-O'Neil.

Mathersfield Kitchen

Emily Griffin Design

Photo by Sian Richards
Large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Toronto with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and dark hardwood floors.

Ladera Remodel

Libby Raab Architecture

Paul Dyer
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, an undermount sink, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and medium hardwood floors.

Contemporary Grey Kitchen

Tom Howley

Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley kitchen in Manchester with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, mirror splashback, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

DS Chicago to Birmingham

Amy Storm & Company

Joe Kwon Photography
Photo of a large transitional kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor and dark hardwood floors.

Past Meets Present at 2017 Pasadena Showcase House

Carolyn Reyes

Photo: Carolyn Reyes © 2017 Houzz
Traditional separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island and beige floor.

Los Gatos Historic Renovation Kitchen

Chelsea Court Designs

Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, stone slab splashback, brown floor and panelled appliances.

Butternut and Green

Glen Alspaugh Kitchens and Baths

Alise O'Brien Photography
Photo of a traditional kitchen in St Louis with beaded inset cabinets, a farmhouse sink, wood benchtops and green cabinets.

NKBA Entry

Village Handcrafted Cabinetry

Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, a farmhouse sink, granite benchtops and porcelain splashback.

Kitchen

Mandy Brown Architects, PC

contemporary kitchen design by chicago architect Mandy Brown
Traditional kitchen in Chicago with beaded inset cabinets, stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, brown splashback and subway tile splashback.

Bright and Airy Traditional Kitchen

Interior Design Beth Phillips

Photo of a traditional l-shaped kitchen in Kansas City with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Sumptuous Beaded Kitchen

Traditional Bespoke Furniture

Richard Gadsby
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Provo Area Windows, Paint & Garage Door

Jones Paint & Glass

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Twickenham

London Urban | Design & Build

This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen in London with white splashback, ceramic splashback, white benchtop, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, a peninsula and grey floor.

Killiney, South Dublin: Stately Home

O'Connors of Drumleck Ireland

Design ideas for an expansive traditional kitchen in Other with grey cabinets, wood benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, beaded inset cabinets, black appliances and brown floor.

Two Tone Kitchen Cabinets Kitchen with Beaded Inset Cabinets 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!