Boho meets Portuguese design in a stunning transformation of this Van Ness tudor in the upper northwest neighborhood of Washington, DC. Our team’s primary objectives were to fill space with natural light, period architectural details, and cohesive selections throughout the main level and primary suite. At the entry, new archways are created to maximize light and flow throughout the main level while ensuring the space feels intimate. A new kitchen layout along with a peninsula grounds the chef’s kitchen while securing its part in the everyday living space. Well-appointed dining and living rooms infuse dimension and texture into the home, and a pop of personality in the powder room round out the main level. Strong raw wood elements, rich tones, hand-formed elements, and contemporary nods make an appearance throughout the newly renovated main level and primary suite of the home.

Touch of Teal

Endless Ideas Interiors Inc.

Design ideas for a small transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Двухкомнатная квартира, 77 м кв

KEIS_project

Кухня-столовая
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, porcelain splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Interni di essenza Mediterranea

Marta Benet

In questo progetto d’interni situato a pochi metri dal mare abbiamo deciso di utilizzare uno stile mediterraneo contemporaneo attraverso la scelta di finiture artigianali come i pavimenti in terracotta o le piastrelle fatte a mano. L’uso di materiali naturali e prodotti artigianali si ripetono anche sul arredo scelto per questa casa come i mobili in legno, le decorazioni con oggetti tradizionali, le opere d’arte e le luminarie in ceramica, fatte ‘adhoc’ per questo progetto.

Farmhouse Rambler

Style & Structure

Custom cabinetry. Farmhouse chandelier. Fun hexagon backslash.
This is an example of a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Un appartement moderne & graphique aux tonalités naturelles

Atelier Germain

Mid-sized modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with wood benchtops, an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, no island, black floor and beige benchtop.

Holmberg Park

Erika Jayne Design Build

A conceptual kitchen design in Arlington, Virginia with decor and materials inspired by African art, handicrafts and organic materials juxtaposted with modern lines, materials, and fixtures. Floating marble shelves are used in lieu of wall cabinets to allow for easy-access to kitchenware and to display decorative items and cookbooks.

Four Winds Kitchen

Page Lumber, Millwork, & Building Supplies

Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Kitchen and Dining Room Breakfront

Great Rooms Building Group

Photo of a transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Beach Getaway

Angie Keyes CKBD

This Condo was in sad shape. The clients bought and knew it was going to need a over hall. We opened the kitchen to the living, dining, and lanai. Removed doors that were not needed in the hall to give the space a more open feeling as you move though the condo. The bathroom were gutted and re - invented to storage galore. All the while keeping in the coastal style the clients desired. Navy was the accent color we used throughout the condo. This new look is the clients to a tee.

Kitchen remodel

Advance Remodeling Ideas

Full kitchen remodel
Inspiration for a mid-sized l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

Make it or Move Home Remodel in Denver, PA

ALL Renovation & Design LLC

The Deistel’s had an ultimatum: either completely renovate their home exactly the way they wanted it and stay forever – or move. Like most homes built in that era, the kitchen was semi-dysfunctional. The pantry and appliance placement were inconvenient. The layout of the rooms was not comfortable and did not fit their lifestyle. Before making a decision about moving, they called Amos at ALL Renovation & Design to create a remodeling plan. Amos guided them through two basic questions: “What would their ideal home look like?” And then: “What would it take to make it happen?” To help with the first question, Amos brought in Ambience by Adair as the interior designer for the project. Amos and Adair presented a design that, if acted upon, would transform their entire first floor into their dream space. The plan included a completely new kitchen with an efficient layout. The style of the dining room would change to match the décor of antique family heirlooms which they hoped to finally enjoy. Elegant crown molding would give the office a face-lift. And to cut down cost, they would keep the existing hardwood floors. Amos and Adair presented a clear picture of what it would take to transform the space into a comfortable, functional living area, within the Deistel’s reasonable budget. That way, they could make an informed decision about investing in their current property versus moving. The Deistel’s decided to move ahead with the remodel. The ALL Renovation & Design team got right to work. Gutting the kitchen came first. Then came new painted maple cabinets with glazed cove panels, complemented by the new Arley Bliss Element glass tile backsplash. Armstrong Alterna Mesa engineered stone tiles transformed the kitchen floor. The carpenters creatively painted and trimmed the wainscoting in the dining room to give a flat-panel appearance, matching the style of the heirloom furniture. The end result is a beautiful living space, with a cohesive scheme, that is both restful and practical.

Airbnb Apt 201

Matthew Lechowick Design

IKEA cabinets, Heath tile, butcher block counter tops, and CB2 pendant lights
Design ideas for a contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Sacramento with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, wood benchtops, orange splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, beige benchtop, light wood cabinets, no island and brown floor.

Plano | Normandy Estates | Kitchen & Butler Cabinets (Partner)

Kitchen Design Concepts

The builder we partnered with for this beauty original wanted to use his cabinet person (who builds and finishes on site) but the clients advocated for manufactured cabinets - and we agree with them! These homeowners were just wonderful to work with and wanted materials that were a little more "out of the box" than the standard "white kitchen" you see popping up everywhere today - and their dog, who came along to every meeting, agreed to something with longevity, and a good warranty! The cabinets are from WW Woods, their Eclipse (Frameless, Full Access) line in the Aspen door style - a shaker with a little detail. The perimeter kitchen and scullery cabinets are a Poplar wood with their Seagull stain finish, and the kitchen island is a Maple wood with their Soft White paint finish. The space itself was a little small, and they loved the cabinetry material, so we even paneled their built in refrigeration units to make the kitchen feel a little bigger. And the open shelving in the scullery acts as the perfect go-to pantry, without having to go through a ton of doors - it's just behind the hood wall!

Lot 178 Cypress River Plantation

Dawol Homes

Gorgeous, large, open kitchen with an over-sized island
Design ideas for a large traditional eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

North Dallas

Smith & Ragsdale Interior Design

The original kitchen was demoed and a new footprint was designed to be more open. The client and her family cook and entertain together with their grown kids and grandchildren. The new kitchen provides adequate storage while opening up the kitchen to the adjacent breakfast and family room.

Into the Blue

Woodharbor Custom Cabinetry

Woodharbor Frameless featuring Seabrook door style with Benjamin Moore Hale Navy perimeter, and Benjamin Moore Wickham Gray island.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Decorative Island Cabinetry Panel in Newtown Square, PA

MacLaren Kitchen and Bath

Design, Fabrication, Install and Photography by MacLaren Kitchen and Bath Cabinetry: Centra Inset, Winchester Style in Matte White Finish, dovetail drawers with cushion closing. Jeffery Alexander Hardware, in Polished Chrome Countertops: Sienna Bordeux Granite Backsplash: Rittenhouse Square tile in Arctic White with Glacier White Corian end strips over stove

Hull Beach House

David Sharff Architect, P.C.

Interior Kitchen and washer/dryer closet, paneled refrigerator wine refrigerator Michael J. Lee Photography
Design ideas for a large beach style eat-in kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island and beige benchtop.

Bellaire, Fern Remodel

Adeline Ray Design Studio

Connie Anderson Photography
Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Houston with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

All Backsplash Materials Kitchen with Beige Benchtop 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!