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.

Morningside Kitchen

Dove Studio

This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic galley eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, a peninsula and white benchtop.

1800's Farmhouse Kitchen

River Woodcraft

1800's Farmhouse Kitchen

River Woodcraft

Photo of 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.

Morningside Kitchen

Dove Studio

Mid-sized eclectic galley eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, a peninsula and white benchtop.

kitchen

Weatherby Renovations

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, beige floor and beige 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.

1800's Farmhouse Kitchen

River Woodcraft

1800's Farmhouse Kitchen

River Woodcraft

Inspiration 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.

1800's Farmhouse Kitchen

River Woodcraft

Beaded Shaker in Hartforth Blue

Interiors 4 Living

1800's Farmhouse Kitchen

River Woodcraft

1800's Farmhouse Kitchen

River Woodcraft

1800's Farmhouse Kitchen

River Woodcraft

Beaded Shaker in Hartforth Blue

Interiors 4 Living

Kitchen

Weatherby Renovations

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

kitchen

Weatherby Renovations

kitchen

Weatherby Renovations

Future Project Farmhouse Kitchen Realistic Rendering

Cinnabar Interiors

In this view of the kitchen we have removed the original window, added extra counter space on either side of the courtier 36" stove, miele dishwasher, and added a larger island at the end which doubles as cabinet space as well as houses the washer and dryer. There is a faux brick wall, and and we have made the small breakfast area feel separate by color blocking with a striped wallpaper.

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!