Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Barcelona with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Lissadell

Woodale

This is an example of a transitional kitchen in Dublin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, beige splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen Project's

Palatial Stone & Tile

This kitchen makes a statement with the Tabarka Studio Fiorella deco backsplash shown here in Latte with silver leaf. Directly behind the stove is Encore Ceramic's Mini Crescendo brick mosaic framed by their Milford liner. The countertops are Crema Typhoon. Cabinets provide by Jim Owens. Designer: Wes Ulmo Interiors Contractor: Nelson Clayton Homes

Rockville, Maryland - Transitional - Kitchen Design

Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath

Rockville, Maryland Transitional Kitchen Design #PaulBentham4JenniferGilmer http://www.gilmerkitchens.com/ Photography by Bob Narod

greenridge

fabrichouse

Traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and no island.

Boulder indoor/outdoor living remodel

Melton Design Build

This open concept kitchen was taken to another level with windows that open all the way. The windows have a small bar top allowing people to sit and enjoy the outdoors while the chef cooks. Tim Murphy/FotoImagery.com

Sullivan Kitchen

Mid Continent Cabinetry

Sullivan- Maple painted Antique White with Chocolate Glaze
Mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with glass-front cabinets, beige cabinets, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, granite benchtops, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Raised Dishwasher Detail

Lori Falk Interior Design

Traditional custom cabinets painted. Artisan glass doors, undercounter lighting, gourmet stainless steel appliances with Silestone Quartz countertops. Built up dishwasher for ease of use. Drawer storage below. Photo: Cole Photography

City: Ferrell Residence

Linda McDougald Design | Postcard from Paris Home

Among the standout elements of this home is the kitchen, featuring Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances. Materials of Note: Walker Zanger and Iron Gate tile; Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances; marble and granite countertops throughout home; lighting from Remains; cast-stone mantel in living room; custom stained glass inserts in master bathroom Rachael Boling Photography

Tuscany style Kitchen/Great room

UNIQ Kitchen and Bath Designs

This large kitchen-great room remodel, was a huge change for this family of 5. By removing the structural wall between the living room and kitchen made a huge improvement upon this living space. We also eliminated the living room altogether and moved the dining room table in front of the newly raised fireplace. Added a mini-sports bar, walk-in pantry, exterior accessible laundry room, morning coffee station and tall tuscany stone fireplace, where a few of the many features that this space has to offer. Interior Designer: Kelly Hendricks, CID www.gourmetgalleys.net Credits: Architect: Taylor Jones Architects Contractor: Lawson Construction Cabinetry: Cabinetry Design Photography: PreviewFirst.com

Race Street House

Terra Studio

An open plan and white marble counters contribute to a light filled, stylish and functional kitchen. Photographer: Jeffrey Totaro
Photo of a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Philadelphia with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Transitional Kitchen With Over-Sized Island

HTZ Construction

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cleveland with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Lowry Hill Kitchen

Kate Roos Design LLC

In addition to the inset cabinetry, period details like the oiled soapstone, subway tile, bronze hardware and vintage lighting come together to create a traditional aesthetic fit for modern living.

Austin, Texas | Hawkes Landing - Premier Juniper Kitchen

Brightland Homes

Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Fox Country Farmhouse

Buchanan Construction

This Beautiful Country Farmhouse rests upon 5 acres among the most incredible large Oak Trees and Rolling Meadows in all of Asheville, North Carolina. Heart-beats relax to resting rates and warm, cozy feelings surplus when your eyes lay on this astounding masterpiece. The long paver driveway invites with meticulously landscaped grass, flowers and shrubs. Romantic Window Boxes accentuate high quality finishes of handsomely stained woodwork and trim with beautifully painted Hardy Wood Siding. Your gaze enhances as you saunter over an elegant walkway and approach the stately front-entry double doors. Warm welcomes and good times are happening inside this home with an enormous Open Concept Floor Plan. High Ceilings with a Large, Classic Brick Fireplace and stained Timber Beams and Columns adjoin the Stunning Kitchen with Gorgeous Cabinets, Leathered Finished Island and Luxurious Light Fixtures. There is an exquisite Butlers Pantry just off the kitchen with multiple shelving for crystal and dishware and the large windows provide natural light and views to enjoy. Another fireplace and sitting area are adjacent to the kitchen. The large Master Bath boasts His & Hers Marble Vanity's and connects to the spacious Master Closet with built-in seating and an island to accommodate attire. Upstairs are three guest bedrooms with views overlooking the country side. Quiet bliss awaits in this loving nest amiss the sweet hills of North Carolina.

Northfield Farmhouse

Fluidesign Studio

Building Design, Plans, and Interior Finishes by: Fluidesign Studio I Builder: Schmidt Homes Remodeling I Photographer: Seth Benn Photography
Large country l-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and granite benchtops.

Grandview Rambler

Stone River Homes

Gary Gunnerson
Photo of a transitional l-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Modern Charm in Highland Park

Glenbrook Remodeling

The kitchen, butler’s pantry, and laundry room uses Arbor Mills cabinetry and quartz counter tops. Wide plank flooring is installed to bring in an early world feel. Encaustic tiles and black iron hardware were used throughout. The butler’s pantry has polished brass latches and cup pulls which shine brightly on black painted cabinets. Across from the laundry room the fully custom mudroom wall was built around a salvaged 4” thick seat stained to match the laundry room cabinets.

Creating Open Concept Living

Amsted Design-Build

Clever interior design and impeccable craftsmanship were integral to this project, as we added a 10x10 addition to square up the back of the home, and turned a series of divided spaces into an open-concept plan. The homeowners wanted a big kitchen with an island large enough for their entire family, and an adjacent informal space to encourage time spent together. Custom built-ins help keep their TV, desk, and large book and game collections tidy. Upstairs, we reorganized the second and third stories to add privacy for the parents and independence for their growing kids. The new third floor master bedroom includes an ensuite and reading corner. The three kids now have their bedrooms together on the second floor, with an updated bathroom and a “secret” passageway between their closets! Gordon King Photography

Functional Space for Cooking & Entertaining

SRE BUILDING ASSOCIATES

The owner of this full kitchen remodel wanted to incorporate the kitchen into the social environment of the living room. In order to do this, the bar seating was kept at the kitchen counter height to place an emphasis on the inclusiveness of those enjoying the fire and those cooking in the kitchen. They added a decorative wood hood over the range (insert oven/stove name) from Vail Cabinets to coordinate with the newly cream color painted cabinetry to brighten up the cooking area.

Kitchen with Beige Cabinets and Medium Hardwood Floors 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!