Island with Microwave Drawer and Cookbook Storage

Recessed panel cabinets in two finishes give this contemporary kitchen a clean-lined, uncluttered look. To keep the client’s cookbooks handy but organized, I designed open storage for them on the back side of the island. They are protected from spills, but easy to reach. Our clients don’t use their microwave much, so I placed the built-in Sharp microwave drawer on the back of the island where it out of the way but easily accessible.

Eagle Ridge Place

4D Design + Consulting

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Sherman Oaks

Interior Particulier

Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, marble splashback, beige floor, an integrated sink, light hardwood floors, multi-coloured splashback and multi-coloured benchtop.

Agoura Hills Kitchen Remodel with Granite Countertops

CaliCabi Cabinets & Remodeling

Craftsman designed kitchen remodel for Agoura Hills couple.
Design ideas for an expansive arts and crafts l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Transitional Florida Estate Home

Maurice Menasche, AIA

This gorgeous estate home is located in Parkland, Florida. The open two story volume creates spaciousness while defining each activity center. Whether entertaining or having quiet family time, this home reflects the lifestyle and personalities of the owners.

Safari House

Kleinsmith Custom Homes

Photo of a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen and Kitchen extension Kew

Kitchens By Holloways

South West London kitchen & kitchen extension.
Photo of a mid-sized industrial l-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor, multi-coloured benchtop and coffered.

Palmero Way Pebble Beach

User

Kitchen Cabinets and Crown with stained finish. Island finished with Gel stain over distressed color.
Inspiration for a large mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with raised-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, limestone splashback, with island, multi-coloured benchtop, an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, panelled appliances and beige floor.

Sleek & Edgy

Imperial cabinets & Millwork, inc

Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, with island, beige floor, multi-coloured benchtop and wood.

Traditional Bilotta Collection in Rye

Bilotta Kitchen & Home

This expansive traditional kitchen by senior designer, Randy O'Kane and Architect, Clark Neuringer, features Bilotta Collection cabinet in a custom color. Randy says, the best part about working with this client was that she loves design – and not just interior but she also loves holiday decorating and she has a beautiful sense of aesthetic (and does everything to the nines). For her kitchen she wanted a barn-like feel and it absolutely had to be functional because she both bakes and cooks for her family and neighbors every day. And as the mother of four teenage girls she has a lot of people coming in and out of her home all the time. She wanted her kitchen to be comfortable – not untouchable and not too “done”. When she first met with Bilotta senior designer Randy O’Kane, her #1 comment was: “I’m experiencing white kitchen fatigue”. So right from the start finding the perfect color was the prime focus. The challenge was infusing a center hall colonial with a sense of warmth, comfort and that barn aesthetic without being too rustic which is why they went with a straight greenish grey paint vs. something distressed. The flooring, by Artisan Wood floors, looks reclaimed with its wider long planks and fumed finish. The barn door separating the laundry room and the kitchen was made from hand selected barn wood, made custom according to the client’s detailed specifications, and hung with sliding hardware. The kitchen hardware was really a window sash pull from Rocky Mountain that was repurposed as handles in a living bronze finish mounted horizontally. Glazed brick tile, by Ann Sacks, really helped to embrace the overall concept. Since a lot of parties are hosted out of that space, the kitchen, and butler’s pantry off to the side, needed a good flow as well as areas to bake and stage the creations. Double ovens were a must as well as a 48” Wolf Range and a Rangecraft hood – four ovens are going all the time. Beverage drawers were added to allow others to flow through the kitchen without disturbing the cook. Lots of storage was added for a well-stocked kitchen. A unique detail is double door wall cabinets, some with wire mesh to allow to see their dishes for easy access. In the butler’s pantry, instead of mesh they opted for antique mirror glass fronts. Countertops are a natural quartzite for care free use and a solid wood table, by Brooks Custom, extends of the island, removable for flexibility, making the kitchen and dining area very functional. One of the client’s antique pieces (a hutch) was incorporated into the kitchen to give it a more authentic look as well as another surface to decorate and provide storage. The lighting over the island and breakfast table has exposed Edison bulbs which hearkens to that “barn” lighting. For the sinks, they used a fireclay Herbeau farmhouse on the perimeter and an undermount Rohl sink on the island. Faucets are by Waterworks. Standing back and taking it all in it’s a wonderful collaboration of carefully designed working space and a warm gathering space for family and guests. Bilotta Designer: Randy O’Kane, Architect: Clark Neuringer Architects, posthumously. Photo Credit: Peter Krupenye

Nakan Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | AZ

Flooret

Inspired by sandy shorelines on the California coast, this beachy blonde vinyl floor brings just the right amount of variation to each room. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.

My Transitional Kitchen Remodel featuring a 72" La Cornue Range

Elaine Morrison Interiors

This large Transitional Kitchen Remodel features a 72" La Cornue Range in Lafayette Blue, SubZero Fridg Freezer, 2 Islands and Waterstone Faucets and Knobs in Rose Gold. This kitchen design and these photographs are copyright 2020 by Elaine Morrison Interiors

Custom Kitchens

Preissless Design, LLC.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, no island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

A New Beginning

Staging Concepts & Designs, LLC

Brick was added to the walls in this builder grade kitchen, and white oak planks were added to 3 sides of the plain island and stained with a "bourbon" toned oil stain. Pendants were replaced as well, and new barstools were purchased to compliment the style. Photo: Andrea Paquette

Passive Custom House

G. Christianson Construction, Inc.

This beautiful Craftsman style Passive House has a carbon footprint 20% that of a typically built home in Oregon. Its 12-in. thick walls with cork insulation, ultra-high efficiency windows and doors, solar panels, heat pump hot water, Energy Star appliances, fresh air intake unit, and natural daylighting keep its utility bills exceptionally low. Jen G. Pywell

Oxbow Trails - Buda

Blue Label Granite

Isn't natural stone just beautiful? Check out this kitchen remodel using White Springs Granite from Triton Stone Group! Such a gorgeous selection of stone that has the perfect amount of movement! We love with the selection of backsplash our customer chose to go with her kitchen! ?

Modern Kitchen

Kitchen Master Design & Remodeling LLC

Design ideas for a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Modern Apartment Renovation - Manhattan

Baxter Projects

This gut renovation of a 1960's galley kitchen opens the kitchen to the living room and allows natural light to flood the space. All new recessed lighting in a drop ceiling with LED linear lights installed in the reveal create a floating appearance. Appliances are integrated into the cabinetry to reduce visual clutter. A simple, clean-lined and modern aesthetic will stand the test of time.

Mc Neil Estates

Messer Design + Construction

This is an example of a contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Prince Albert

JJ Interiors

Design ideas for a contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen with Beige Floor and Multi-Coloured 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!