Modern farmhouse kitchen, mud area, half bath

Gut renovation re-configured 168 square foot kitchen, mud closet and half bath.
Large country kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, blue floor and brown benchtop.

Paseo Del Toro

Hello Kitchen

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island, blue floor and grey benchtop.

Wamego, Yucca Valley, CA

x8 Property and Design

Small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, white appliances, concrete floors, with island, blue floor, grey benchtop, zinc benchtops and subway tile splashback.

A splash of color

Terri Sears, Kitchen and Bath Designer

Photo of an expansive eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, painted wood floors, with island, blue floor and white benchtop.

Lake House

Riga Construction LLC

This is an example of a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in New York with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and blue floor.

Flip Out Over this Kitchen Remodel

Irons Brothers Construction Inc

This rambler’s small kitchen was dysfunctional and out of touch with our client’s needs. She desired a larger footprint without an addition or expanding the footprint to stay within a realistic budget for her homes size and neighborhood. The existing kitchen was “boxed-in” at the back of the house. The entrance from the hallway was very narrow causing congestion and cramping the cook. In the living room the existing fireplace was a room hog, taking up the middle of the house. The kitchen was isolated from the other room’s downstairs. The design team and homeowner decided to open the kitchen, connecting it to the dining room by removing the fireplace. This expanded the interior floor space. To create further integration amongst the spaces, the wall opening between the dining and living room was also widened. An archway was built to replicate the existing arch at the hallway & living room, giving a more spacious feel. The new galley kitchen includes generous workspaces and enhanced storage. All designed for this homeowners’ specific needs in her kitchen. We also created a kitchen peninsula where guests can sit and enjoy conversations with the cook. (After 5,6) The red Viking range gives a fun pop of color to offset the monochromatic floor, cabinets and counters. It also plays to her Stanford alumni colors. One of our favorite and most notable features of this kitchen is the “flip-out” window at the sink. This creative solution allows for an enhanced outdoor living experience, without an expansive remodel or addition. When the window is open the party can happen inside and outside with an interactive experience between spaces. The countertop was installed flush to the window, specifically designed as a cocktail/counter rail surface.

Autumn Grove, Welwyn Garden City

JW Bespoke Architecture and Interior Design

This is an example of a contemporary galley kitchen in Hertfordshire with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, with island, blue floor and white benchtop.

Rivercrest Blue Kitchen Renovation

Walczak Design And Build

THE PROBLEM Our client came to use with a kitchen that was outdated, didn't flow well or use space efficiently and wasn't offering the best views of their bucolic backyard. Their stately colonial home in a beautiful West Newbury neighborhood was in need of an overhaul. THE SOLUTION The primary focus was creating a more open and accessible L-shaped layout with oversized island and seating for 4-5 people. The appliances were relocated to optimal placements and allowed for a full 48" range, double ovens, appliances cabinetry with hidden microwave, in-island beverage center as well as dishwasher. We were even able to supplement the walk-in pantry with a free standing pantry for additional storage. In addition to a kitchen that performed better, we also increased the amount of natural light in the space with a larger window and through use of materials and paint, such as updating the trim to white, which reflects the light throughout the space. Rather than replace the hardwood floors, we simply refinished the existing oak floors.

"The Lantern" a lakeside home

Chapman Design Group, Inc.

Mark Hoyle - Townville, SC
Photo of a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and blue floor.

Aménagement du rez-de jardin d'une maison nantaise

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Jonathan Letoublon
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary kitchen in Nantes with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, ceramic floors, with island and blue floor.

Traditional Kitchen Remodel in Danville, CA

Gayler Design Build

Custom corner pull-out shelving.
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic floors, with island, blue floor, white benchtop and stainless steel appliances.

Modern twist on Classic Style

Stoneshire Builders

Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, green splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, white benchtop, shaker cabinets, solid surface benchtops, medium hardwood floors and blue floor.

Canterbury Remodel

Urbane Design

Contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and blue floor.

NANTUCKET, MA - Eel Point Beach House

DEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & Cabinetry

High gloss ash grey cabinetry combined with a custom, ebonized, flat-cut, red oak hood and island bring minimalist drama to this kitchen. The SubZero refrigerator/freezer integrated unit was paneled to blend seamlessly with the rest of the cabinetry. An integrated display cabinet in the same ebonized red oak adds dimension. Both the full-slab backsplash and all the countertops are Quartz, while the black and brass hardware ties all the elements together with glamour. The owner opted to incorporate walnut accessories drawers to elevate the kitchen’s intelligent design and functionality.

Mainline Classic Contemporary

Airy Kitchens

Mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, a peninsula, blue floor and white benchtop.

Vinyl - Carpet One

Akel's Carpet One

Inspiration for a contemporary galley kitchen in Little Rock with flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and blue floor.

Entry, Powder Room & Kitchen Remodel

Joie De Vie Interiors CANADA

Kitchen Renovation using white blue vein large tiles, size 2 x 4 inch ceramic tiles. High end look. makes a huge difference on a budget friendly remodel project. matching kitchen cabinets with the new flooring makes a great effect.

RPV 3

de la Rosa Construction Co.

Photo ⓒ Luis de la Rosa
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, with island, blue floor and yellow benchtop.

Navy Blue

Ola Jachymiak Studio

The idea was to create functional space with a bit of attitude, to reflect the owner's character. The apartment balances minimalism, industrial furniture (lamps and Bertoia chairs), white brick and kitchen in the style of a "French boulangerie". Open kitchen and living room, painted in white and blue, are separated by the island, which serves as both kitchen table and dining space. Bespoke furniture play an important storage role in the apartment, some of them having double functionalities, like the bench, which can be converted to a bed. The richness of the navy color fills up the apartment, with the contrasting white and touches of mustard color giving that edgy look. Ola Jachymiak Studio

Rénovation globale d'un appartement des années 70

Géraldine Laferté

Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian open plan kitchen in Paris with yellow cabinets, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, blue floor, black benchtop, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets and multi-coloured splashback.

All Islands 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!