This transitional kitchen design in Holt proves why dramatic color schemes are becoming a more popular choice for kitchen remodels. The elegant, custom green raised panel cabinetry from Decora is beautifully offset by Top Knobs honey bronze finish hardware. The space has a slight rustic edge with the hardwood flooring, dark Cambria quartz countertop, and marble backsplash combining perfectly to add contrast and texture to the design. Black finish GE appliances add another color contrast, along with the Elkay E-granite black double bowl sink and Kohler faucet. The design includes a built-in buffet area, and upper glass front cabinets with in cabinet lighting, plus undercabinet lights throughout.

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This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Porter 200

Omega Builders

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Queenstown Stunner

Trends Kitchens

This Queenstown home features Trends Kitchens joinery throughout, including all storage, robes, a bar and a coffee station. The kitchen boasts a spectacular stone benchtop, with battened American Oak to the underside of the curved island. The negative details feature a brass laminate detail to tie in the marble in the stone, alongside the stunning Archant Berkley handles.

Wheaton Kitchen Remodel

Synergy Builders Inc.

Ryan Ocasio
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Light and dark working together

Eleven Interiors

This is an example of a transitional eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Cozy Kitchen

WatchCity Kitchens LLC

Design ideas for a small transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Safari House

Kleinsmith Custom Homes

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.

Peachtree City Transitional Kitchen Remodel

Rosa Moreno Kitchens

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Blackheath Black Kitchen

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This unusually shaped kitchen in Blackheath has been completely refurbished. Clever design has been used to maximise functionality in the space available by including a waterfall island with a reduced side to mirror the shape of the room, tall units that reach right up to the ceiling and reduced depth cupboards on one of the walls. The beautifully sleek German black cabinets have been complimented with striking Dekton Trillium stone from Cosentino.

Scandi-Asian Fusion

Sola Kitchens

One wowee kitchen! Designed for a family with Sri-Lankan and Singaporean heritage, the brief for this project was to create a Scandi-Asian styled kitchen. The design features ‘Skog’ wall panelling, straw bar stools, open shelving, a sofia swing, a bar and an olive tree.

Rusted

MIREWORKS

This is an example of a large eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New Orleans with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Sunset Strip Sanctuary

Studio Palomino

This is an example of a contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

A New Open Plan Modern Kitchen and Living Room

Cynthia Karegeannes, Registered Architect

Photography by Keri McDaniel
Mid-sized transitional galley open plan kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Expensive Mansions Designed by World renowned Architecture Firm Fratantoni Desig

Fratantoni Design / Residential Architects

World Renowned Architecture Firm Fratantoni Design created this beautiful home! They design home plans for families all over the world in any size and style. They also have in-house Interior Designer Firm Fratantoni Interior Designers and world class Luxury Home Building Firm Fratantoni Luxury Estates! Hire one or all three companies to design and build and or remodel your home!

Summit Home Renovation

Clawson Architects, LLC

A Clawson Architects Clawson Cabinets Collaboration--He is a culinary enthusiast. She is a mixologist. Together, they are a dynamic duo when it comes to throwing a party, hosting the holidays or just cooking with the kids—trying out new concoctions or perfecting old standards. And now that they have this amazing kitchen and bar….you will want to be their friends!

Cozy Kitchen

WatchCity Kitchens LLC

Small transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Cabinet Organization

KraftMaster Renovations

Cabinet inserts are great for keeping your kitchen supplies organized. Adding this divider in this cabinet allows these homeowners to separate baking sheets and cutting boards, etc.

North Balgowlah Kitchen & Bathroom

Northern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms

Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen pantry in Sydney with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and vaulted.

Scandi-Asian Fusion

Sola Kitchens

Kitchen with Black Appliances 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!