Mid-sized transitional galley kitchen pantry in Grand Rapids with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, red floor, white benchtop and no island.

Farmhouse Kitchen

Inspiration for a large country u-shaped kitchen pantry in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, blue splashback, timber splashback, brick floors and no island.

Casa degli Gnomi

Mas Foto di Maurizio Sorvillo

Maurizio Sorvillo
Photo of a country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Florence with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, tile benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, brick floors, no island, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and black appliances.

Morningside Kitchen

Dove Studio

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic galley eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, brick floors, a peninsula and white benchtop.

Kitchen-Living Portfolio

Ziebart Construction

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, brick floors, with island, red floor and black benchtop.

Farmhouse style kitchen in old cottage

Dowers

This is an example of a country separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, blue cabinets, beige splashback, white appliances and brick floors.

Georgetown Development

Not your everyday Garage
Photo of an eclectic eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with blue cabinets, coloured appliances and brick floors.

Comstock Adobe Kitchen Remodel

Kitchen Studio Monterey

Draper DBS Custom Cabinetry. Kitchen perimeter in Benjamin Moore Carolina Gull. Sienna interiors. Maple with dovetail drawers. Island in Benjamin Moore Carolina Gull. Wood island countertop.

Farmhouse Kitchen

Bryan Construction, Cabinetry & Woodwork, Inc.

Design ideas for a large country l-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, brick floors, with island and red floor.

Grønholtvej

In-Bolig Styling ApS

Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Copenhagen with beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, brick floors, no island, brown benchtop, a drop-in sink, white appliances and red floor.

Kitchen Remodel

User

Rosewood Marketing
This is an example of a large country separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, stainless steel appliances, brick floors and with island.

Cold Springs Farm

Period Architecture Ltd.

Photo by Angle Eye Photography.
Photo of a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with stainless steel appliances, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, an undermount sink, porcelain splashback, brick floors and with island.

Pacific Northwest Tudor

Heidi Caillier Design

Haris Kenjar
Inspiration for a traditional u-shaped kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, coloured appliances, brick floors, with island, red floor and brown benchtop.

French Country

Bluebell Kitchens

Kitchen designed by Peter Cardamone for designer Keith Johnson, Man shops World.
Design ideas for a kitchen in Philadelphia with marble benchtops, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback and brick floors.

1800's Farmhouse Kitchen

River Woodcraft

Large country u-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, brick floors, with island, red floor and grey benchtop.

1800's Farmhouse Kitchen

River Woodcraft

Design ideas for a large country u-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, brick floors, with island, red floor and grey benchtop.

Numéro 20 - Rue GC

Otcho Studio

Design ideas for a contemporary galley separate kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, green splashback, brick floors, with island, red floor and white benchtop.

Comstock Adobe Kitchen Remodel

Kitchen Studio Monterey

Draper DBS Custom Cabinetry. Sienna interiors. Maple with dovetail drawers. Island in Benjamin Moore Carolina Gull. Wood island countertop.
Photo of a large arts and crafts u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island and brown benchtop.

Gallia Road

neighbourhood studio

Design ideas for a traditional eat-in kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, no island, purple floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Beaded Shaker in Hartforth Blue

Interiors 4 Living

At the end of last year, we designed and installed this stunning beaded shaker kitchen for a couple in Morley, Leeds. Our lovely clients chose this beautiful Hartforth Blue shade that compliments the European Walnut wooden worktops perfectly, adding warmth to the whole kitchen. The antique bronze handles and tap match seamlessly, helping to create an old-fashioned rustic look. Designed by Tom.

Kitchen with Blue Cabinets and Brick 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!