Photo of a large transitional kitchen in Cornwall with an undermount sink, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, grey floor, white benchtop, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets and a peninsula.

LA Kitchen Remodeling

Built To Perfection Inc.

http://builttoperfection.com/

White Plains Penthouse

Bilotta Kitchen & Home

This bold and blue traditional kitchen was designed by Bilotta’s Jeni Spaeth with Interior Designer Jane Bell of Jane Bell Interiors. Designed for a bachelor’s penthouse, the view from the apartment spectacularly overlooks Westchester County with sights as far as Manhattan. Featuring Bilotta Collection Cabinetry in a 1” thick door, the design team strayed far from the classic white kitchen and opted for a regal shade of blue on the perimeter and natural walnut on the island. The color palette is further emphasized by the polished Blue Bahia granite top on the island and beautifully accented by the pops of gold used for the decorative hardware. The focal point of the kitchen is the Cornu Fe range, the Albertine model in black with satin nickel and polished brass accents. The accompanying hood is a custom design by Rangecraft in brushed stainless with satin gold elements. The countertop and backsplash surrounding the hearth area are in soft beige tones, a needed contrast to the darker hues of the cabinets and range. The L-shaped layout, with seating at the island, allows for wide-open views into the adjoining rooms and to the city below through the floor-to-ceiling windows.

Overlook Road Kitchen, Upper Montclair, NJ

Oasis Architecture

Greg Martz, Photographer. Tom Minden, Project Mgr. for Finn Builders. Jack Finn, General Contractor. Dorothy Ledden, Interior Designer. Jonathan Perlstein, Architect, Oasis Architecture.

full kitchen remodel

GMJ Construction

Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and white benchtop.

Feldspar + Fallow Kitchen

Fireclay Tile

Looking for kitchen inspiration? With 130+ colors and 40+ shapes to choose from, our handmade kitchen tiles offer endless possibilities. Find the perfect subway tile backsplash and kitchen floor tiles for your next project. DESIGN Reserve Home PHOTOS Reserve Home Tile Shown: 2x6, 2x6 Glazed Long Edge, 2x6 Glazed Short Edge in Feldspar; Fallow in White Motif

Congdon's Point

RICHARD KISSANE Building Contractor LTD.

Inspiration for a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with beige splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets and beige floor.

Blue/Green Kitchen and Powder Room

Adam Gibson Design

This delightful family lived with their traditional kitchen for several years before bringing me in to expand and modernize. The 1920’s Tudor had the typical compartmentalized rooms surrounding the kitchen. A previous owner had expanded it into the breakfast room, but hadn’t removed any walls. However, they placed a large addition in the rear which enabled us to remove the cramped ½ bath and practically inaccessible pantry for relocation. By removing those walls, we were able to expand into a naturally-flowing U-shaped kitchen with a seating peninsula, adding a second prep sink for another cook. Removing the gas range, we added double ovens, an induction cooktop, and 30-inch-deep pantry cabinets, thus giving the full-depth refrigerator the appearance of a built-in. L-shaped, floating corner shelves with incorporated LED lights contribute to the openness. While we liked the idea of removing the wall to the existing dining room, the need to keep the family cat out of certain areas led us to remove only half, and installing a gorgeous barn door. What would normally be considered an appliance garage is actually a recessed space into where we eventually put a new ½ bath, which provides an interesting defined shelf space within the bath. Photography © 2017 by Adam Gibson

The Kimberley

Raykon Construction

Photo of a mid-sized transitional kitchen in Salt Lake City with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, beige splashback and light hardwood floors.

Country House

User

Kitchen design by Jonathan Nettleton
Mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Gloucestershire with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, coloured appliances, slate floors and with island.

SF Decorator Showcase 2019

Hakwood

Photo of a transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, white benchtop and beige splashback.

A NEW DAY Studio - Dorset Road

A New Day - Interior Design Studio

Bespoke kitchen design - pill shaped fluted island with ink blue wall cabinetry. Zellige tiles clad the shelves and chimney breast, paired with patterned encaustic floor tiles.

Ristrutturazione della casa padronale nell’ambito della Masseria Cuturi

Bernardino Dimitri

Inspiration for a mediterranean galley open plan kitchen in Bari with raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, tile benchtops, black appliances, no island, cement tiles, grey floor, vaulted, a drop-in sink and beige splashback.

Barn+Home

Volansky Studio

Compact kitchen within an open floor plan concept.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Burlington with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, solid surface benchtops, black benchtop and beige splashback.

Oregon Guest Cottage

Anthology Woods

Painted White Reclaimed Wood wall paneling clads this guest space. In the kitchen, a reclaimed wood feature wall and floating reclaimed wood shelves were re-milled from wood pulled and re-used from the original structure. The open joists on the painted white ceiling give a feeling of extra head space and the natural wood textures provide warmth.

Wake Robin Cottage

Cottage Home, Inc.

Bigger is not always better, but something of highest quality is. This amazing, size-appropriate Lake Michigan cottage is just that. Nestled in an existing historic stretch of Lake Michigan cottages, this new construction was built to fit in the neighborhood, but outperform any other home in the area concerning energy consumption, LEED certification and functionality. It features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, an open concept kitchen/living room, a separate mudroom entrance and a separate laundry. This small (but smart) cottage is perfect for any family simply seeking a retreat without the stress of a big lake home. The interior details include quartz and granite countertops, stainless appliances, quarter-sawn white oak floors, Pella windows, and beautiful finishing fixtures. The dining area was custom designed, custom built, and features both new and reclaimed elements. The exterior displays Smart-Side siding and trim details and has a large EZE-Breeze screen porch for additional dining and lounging. This home owns all the best products and features of a beach house, with no wasted space. Cottage Home is the premiere builder on the shore of Lake Michigan, between the Indiana border and Holland.

Suite Spot

Johnston Architecture AIA

Photo of a large beach style galley open plan kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, with island and brown floor.

Blue Cabinet Kitchen

Envision Cabinetry, LLC

Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Phoenix with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Vernacular House Kitchen

British Standard by Plain English

Cupboards painted in "PP11-12-13WA" (Oil Eggshell) by Paper and Paints. Boarded wall panelling painted in "PP11-12-13AD" (Oil Eggshell) by Paper and Paints. Source of leather handles is unknown. Ironmongery by Jane Knapp. Sink by Villeroy & Boch. Tap in pewter finish by Perrin & Rowe.

Surrey Family Home

Anna Wilson Interiors

Emma Lewis
Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped kitchen in Surrey with a farmhouse sink, blue cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey floor, white benchtop, shaker cabinets, beige splashback and mosaic tile splashback.

Kitchen with Blue Cabinets and Beige Splashback 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!