Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor, grey benchtop, medium wood cabinets and quartz benchtops.

Skyview - Luxury Staging

BA Staging & Interiors

Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop, an undermount sink and stainless steel appliances.

Casa discreta por fuera y espectacular por dentro.

OOIIO Arquitectura

Josefotoinmo, OOIIO Arquitectura
This is an example of a scandinavian single-wall kitchen in Madrid with flat-panel cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, with island, beige benchtop, a single-bowl sink, white cabinets and beige floor.

Artisan Tour Home 2018

Grace Hill Design

Landmark Photography
Inspiration for a beach style kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Contemporary - Ocean Blvd

D for Design

Inspiration for a large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and panelled appliances.

Altadore Showhome by Trickle Creek Designer Homes

ICON Stone + Tile

ICON Stone + Tile // quartz countertops, tile backsplash, Rubi faucet
Design ideas for a large country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Calgary with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Jersey Street Residency

Hayasa Flooring Design, Inc

Photo of a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, glass sheet splashback and grey benchtop.

Gourmet Modern Open Kitchen with Banquette and Island

Wolf Design Studio

Nick Springett Photography
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, porcelain floors and beige floor.

New construction-Modern Home

Archstone Home Builders

high ceilings, interior design details, new construction
Photo of a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Contemporary kitchen in South Tampa

Meliza Veloz Designs

Luxurious and modern kitchen. The standout feature is the large kitchen island with a striking marble countertop that appears to have dramatic veining patterns. The island has a sleek dark wood base with gold hardware accents. The kitchen features a mix of light and dark cabinetry, with the light cabinets near the windows allowing natural light to brighten the space. The backsplash behind the dark cabinets has a decorative tiled pattern adding visual interest. The ceiling has a unique wood beam design, and the lighting fixture above the island is a stylish grouping of white orb pendants. Large windows allow ample natural light to enter the space, and there are various decorative elements like vases with greenery and a breadbasket on the island countertop. Overall, the kitchen exudes a modern yet warm ambiance, with thoughtful design elements and high-end finishes creating a luxurious and inviting cooking and entertaining space.

Elbow Park Residence

Rochelle Cote Interior Design

Modern Kitchen
Large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Calgary with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Cotswold Family Home

Claire Halstead Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized country galley eat-in kitchen in Gloucestershire with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, limestone floors, no island, beige floor, beige benchtop and exposed beam.

Classic In-Frame Cock Bead Shaker - Margaretting, Ingatestone

Handmade Kitchen Co

Keeping the property’s original and distinctive features in the beautiful Essex countryside, the kitchen stands at the centre of the home where the function is met with a warm and inviting charm that blends seamlessly with its surroundings. Our clients had set their minds on creating an awe-inspiring challenge of breathing new life into their historic property, where this extensive restoration project would soon include a stunning Handmade Kitchen Company classic English kitchen at its heart. They wanted something that would take them on culinary adventures and allow them to host lively gatherings. After looking through our portfolio of projects, our clients found one particular kitchen they wanted to make happen in their home, so we copied elements of the design but made it their own. This is our Classic Shaker with a cock beaded front frame with mouldings. The past was certainly preserved and to this day, the focus remains on achieving a delicate balance that pays homage to the past while incorporating contemporary sensibilities to transform it into a forever family home. A larger, more open family space was created which enabled the client to tailor the whole room to their requirements. The colour choices throughout the whole project were a combination of Slaked Lime Deep No.150 and Basalt No.221, both from Little Greene. Due to the space, an L-shaped layout was designed, with a kitchen that was practical and built with zones for cooking and entertaining. The strategic positioning of the kitchen island brings the entire space together. It was carefully planned with size and positioning in mind and had adequate space around it. On the end of the island is a bespoke pedestal table that offers comfy circle seating. No classic English country kitchen is complete without a Shaws of Darwen Sink. Representing enduring quality and a tribute to the shaker kitchen’s heritage, this iconic handcrafted fireclay sink is strategically placed beneath one of the beautiful windows. It not only enhances the kitchen’s charm but also provides practicality, complemented by an aged brass Perrin & Rowe Ionian lever handle tap and a Quooker Classic Fusion in patinated brass. This handcrafted drinks dresser features seamless organisation where it balances practicality with an enhanced visual appeal. It bridges the dining and cooking space, promoting inclusivity and togetherness. Tapping into the heritage of a pantry, this walk-in larder we created for our client is impressive and matches the kitchen’s design. It certainly elevates the kitchen experience with bespoke artisan shelves and open drawers. What else has been added to the space, is a Liebherr side-by-side built-in fridge freezer and a Liebherr full-height integrated wine cooler in black. We believe every corner in your home deserves the touch of exquisite craftsmanship and that is why we design utility rooms that beautifully coexist with the kitchen and accommodate the family’s everyday functions. Continuing the beautiful walnut look, the backdrop and shelves of this delightful media wall unit make it a truly individual look. We hand-painted the whole unit in Little Greene Slaked Lime Deep. Connecting each area is this full-stave black American walnut dining table with a 38mm top. The curated details evoke a sense of history and heritage. With it being a great size, it offers the perfect place for our clients to hold gatherings and special occasions with the ones they love the most.

Pretty in pastels - Deco Kitchen

Sara Slade Interiors

The brief was to create a feminine home suitable for parties and the client wanted to have a luxurious deco feel whilst remaining contemporary. We worked with a local Kitchen company Tomas Living to create the perfect space for our client in these ice cream colours. The Gubi Beetle bar stools had a bespoke pink leather chosen to compliment the scheme.

Light, Ultra-Wide, Engineered, European Oak Hardwood - Forest Accents Bordeaux

Forest Accents Flooring

Kitchen in Raleigh with brick splashback, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Квартира для молодой девушки в Рассказово

Наталья Широкорад

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Moscow with an integrated sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and white benchtop.

Organic Mill Valley

Ann Lowengart Interiors

The three-level Mediterranean revival home started as a 1930s summer cottage that expanded downward and upward over time. We used a clean, crisp white wall plaster with bronze hardware throughout the interiors to give the house continuity. A neutral color palette and minimalist furnishings create a sense of calm restraint. Subtle and nuanced textures and variations in tints add visual interest. The stair risers from the living room to the primary suite are hand-painted terra cotta tile in gray and off-white. We used the same tile resource in the kitchen for the island's toe kick.

Oriental Garden Inspired

Innovative Cabinet Designs LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized asian u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Dunham Street 1

SHELTER Custom-Built Living

Back Kitchen
Photo of a mid-sized modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Charleston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

European cabinets Bluzonite countertops

Amos Tile LV

Complete kitchen remodel. Cut upper bar extend peninsula. New custom cabinets and Bluzonite granite.
Large eat-in kitchen in Las Vegas with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, porcelain floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

All Backsplash Materials Kitchen with Beige Floor 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!