Photo of a beach style u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, blue floor and grey benchtop.

Casa L

Dandi architects

Una cucina LUBE che fa da cerniera tra zona notte e zona giorno, una soluzione disegnata e realizzata su misura per il tavolo che risolve elegantemente il dislivello

CA Modern Retro Kitchen

August Interiors

The homeowners, an eclectic and quirky couple, wanted to renovate their kitchen for functional reasons: the old floors, counters, etc, were dirty, ugly, and not usable; lighting was giant fluorescents, etc. While they wanted to modernize, they also wanted to retain a fun and retro vibe. So we modernized with functional new materials: quartz counters, porcelain tile floors. But by using bold, bright colors and mixing a few fun patterns, we kept it fun. Retro-style chairs, table, and lighting completed the look.

Beachwood Canyon Kitchen

LA Dwelling Inc

This small kitchen and dining nook is packed full of character and charm (just like it's owner). Custom cabinets utilize every available inch of space with internal accessories

Minimal Apartment

KRAUZEarchitects

Architects Krauze Alexander, Krauze Anna
Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Moscow with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, blue floor and black benchtop.

Contemporain Cuisine

Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, with island, blue floor and white benchtop.

Tranquil White Galley Kitchen

Model Remodel

© Cindy Apple Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley separate kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, no island, blue floor and white benchtop.

Highland Park Kitchen

Kelly Martin Interiors

This is a kitchen remodel in a Craftsman style home located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. Photo: Meghan Bob Photography
Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, no island and blue floor.

Colourful Bohemian Family Home in South London

Anouska Tamony Designs- Architecture & Interiors

In the kitchen, wall cabinets were replaced with open shelving and the custom in-frame, shaker style cabinets painted a striking cornflower blue to pick up hue in the handcrafted Delft tiles. Appliances were integrated and underfloor heating installed beneath the Belgian blue limestone creating a thoroughly modern and practical space with the charm of a traditional country kitchen.

Portland Concordia Kitchen Full View

Mac-Bo

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, with island, blue floor and white benchtop.

Rénovation d'un appartement qui chante le sud - Projet Phillipe

Mon Concept Habitation

Le charme du Sud à Paris. Un projet de rénovation assez atypique...car il a été mené par des étudiants architectes ! Notre cliente, qui travaille dans la mode, avait beaucoup de goût et s’est fortement impliquée dans le projet. Un résultat chiadé au charme méditerranéen.

Eclectic Blue Kitchen

Wm Ohs Showrooms

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, blue floor and white benchtop.

Jane Street Brownstone

Key+Shade Interior Design

Francine Fleischer Photography
Design ideas for a small transitional galley separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island and blue floor.

Sullivans Island Mix

Jill Howard Design Studio

Photo of a mid-sized beach style galley open plan kitchen in Charleston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, painted wood floors, a peninsula, blue floor and blue benchtop.

Appartement Charonne

AGENCE MARN DÉCO

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, blue floor and beige benchtop.

Appartement Haussmanien Paris 9ème

Clémence Jeanjan Décoratrice d'intérieur

Mes clients désiraient des pièces plus ouvertes et une circulation plus fluide entre la cuisine et leur salle à manger. Nous avons donc réunis les deux pièces, changé l'ensemble des meubles de la cuisine et posé un sol esprit carreaux ciment vintage. L'ensemble des menuiseries extérieures ont été changées et sublimées par des stores sur mesure. Côté cuisine, nous avons opté pour des meubles aux lignes pures et une crédence miroir pour apporter de la profondeur. Pour la salle à manger, nous avons conservé les meubles mis en valeur par une suspension légère et moderne.

Gayborhood Double Trinity

Hivemind Construction

This is an example of an eclectic galley kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, beige cabinets, white splashback, coloured appliances, cement tiles, blue floor and white benchtop.

CUBRO / Lavapiés

pfronts

This is an example of a small scandinavian single-wall open plan kitchen in Madrid with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, blue floor, brown benchtop and recessed.

Reforma integral de apartamento en Madrid

OOIIO Arquitectura

Amplia cocina en la que los arquitectos han querido jugar con muy pocos materiales, potenciando la luminosidad y limpieza del espacio. Se apuesta por la funcionalidad y facilidad de limpieza de todas las superficies sin renunciar a un diseño atractivo y especial.

Transitional Kitchen

Inspiration for a transitional u-shaped kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, a peninsula, blue floor and black benchtop.

Kitchen with Blue Floor 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!