This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sussex with a farmhouse sink, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop, shaker cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mirror splashback and light hardwood floors.

Nob Hill Residence

Integrated Resources Group

Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in San Francisco with blue cabinets, marble benchtops, mirror splashback, no island and white benchtop.

Navy & Cream - Winkfield Collection

Maple & Gray

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen in Berkshire with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, quartzite benchtops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, beige floor, blue cabinets, metallic splashback and white benchtop.

House Extension, refurb and loft conversion

Proficiency

This is an example of a transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in London with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, mirror splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Contemporary Garden Room Kitchen

Planet Furniture

This contemporary, super-smart kitchen in Old Welwyn is part of a new extension that was designed with the open space of the garden in mind. The understated, bespoke kitchen design (from our Handmade in Hitchin range) means the focus is on the outdoors when the sliding doors are open or through the expanse of glass in the colder months. Keeping it contemporary, the handleless cabinets have been hand painted in F&B’s All White and Little Greene’s Dock Blue. Providing a warm, tactile contrast is the Wide Planked Oak 60mm Breakfast Bar which extends from the kitchen island, down to the floor and provides seating on both sides. Deep drawers and large cabinets provide ample storage and easy accessibility whilst the floating, oak shelves are perfect for displaying cookery books and artefacts. Integrated Miele appliances ensure the sleek, uncluttered finish is maintained with the induction hob & downdraft extractor inset unobtrusively on the Silestone Eternal Calacatta Gold Quartz worktop. And, in turn, this popular durable worktop perfectly partners the (wow factor) splashback in Hand Silvered Antiqued Mirror. A real feature of this family kitchen is the bespoke extra-large pantry which was commissioned as a drinks cabinet with integrated wine cooler. Serving both functional and visual purposes it’s designed using the same flat slab doors as the kitchen cabinets but with bi-fold opening and flush handles. However, it’s the inside where the magic lies - integrated lighting, the same Silestone Eternal Calacatta Gold Quartz worktop, solid oak wine glass holders and antiqued mirror glass - It’s these details that make it a thing of beauty!

Kingswood Road

Zulufish

Kitchen, joinery and panelling by HUX LONDON https://hux-london.co.uk/ Interiors by Zulufish https://zulufishinteriors.co.uk/

Blue Kitchen Design

Tom Howley

This kitchens demeanour is one of quiet function, designed for effortless prepping and cooking and with space to socialise with friends and family. The unusual curved island in dusted oak veneer and finished in our unique paint colour, Periwinkle offers seating for eating and chatting. The handmade cabinets of this blue kitchen design are individually specified and perfectly positioned to maximise every inch of space. Our warm blue 'Periwinkle' is the perfect choice for creating a kitchen with a confident, stylish personality. A versatile shade with warm undertones it takes on a range of tones depending on the lighting.

Dublin Townhouse

The Design Yard

Classical kitchen with Navy hand painted finish with Silestone quartz work surfaces & mirror splash back
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dublin with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, blue floor and white benchtop.

Allerton, Bradford

Infinite Bespoke Interiors

This is an example of a large contemporary eat-in kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mirror splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

Fusion & Contemporary

Miller Brothers Stone

The project involved using Blanco Eclipse Quartzite marble for the kitchen in this modern style kitchen in South Dublin. The natural light mixed with the Blanco Eclipse add depth and drama to this fusion living space, whilst the underlying dark undertone found in cabinetry adds a unique feel. Material used: Blanco Eclipse Quartzite. Status: Completed in Winter 2017.

Kitchen Cabinet Design in Point Pleasant Beach NJ

MK Designs LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and no island.

Edinburgh Town House

Lally Walford Interiors

Design ideas for a transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, mirror splashback, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and white benchtop.

Jonathan Williams Luxury Royal Collection Cavan

Jonathan Williams Luxury Kitchens

Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped kitchen in Dublin with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, mirror splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Navy Breakfast Room

Alison Kandler Interior Design

Kathryn Russell
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, mirror splashback, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Rochelle East

Signature Interior Designs

Photo of a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, quartzite benchtops, mirror splashback, with island, panelled appliances, blue cabinets and metallic splashback.

Modern Classic kitchen

The Design Yard

Hand painted dark blue/navy classical kitchen with white veined quartzite work surfaces with bar stool seating for 5 Miele appliances with Siemens aCool refrigeration

Blue Kitchen Design

Tom Howley

Mina and James Kitchen, Esher

Thomas Davies Kitchens

Christina Bull
This is an example of a traditional u-shaped kitchen in London with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, mirror splashback, with island and beige floor.

Wow: This Zero-Reno Kitchen Makeover Is Amazing

One Kings Lane

Bonus Solution: Follow the Light AFTER: Knowing how much I adored the light that was so key to my original vision, Megan designed and built her very own version and suggested we hang it in the dining room. I love how it carries the brass-and-glass look into the adjoining room. Check out the full how-to for this DIY chandelier here. Photos by Lesley Unruh.

Beach Style Remodel

SINGLEPOINT DESIGN BUILD INC.

This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Kitchen with Blue Cabinets and Mirror 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!