Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, brick splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Urban Loft in the Country

Red Pepper Design & Cabinetry

Custom walnut table, leather chairs, stainless appliances and textured melamine cabinet fronts - make up a mix of low sheen textures.
Large industrial l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and grey floor.

Just Like Denim

Jennifer Ryan Design

Another tiny kitchen in a 20's era home needed to be lightened up and the space more user friendly. Bringing the oak flooring from the living room into the kitchen and then on to the back porch gave a more cohesive look. Removing the glass block between rooms, adding a full glass door and painting out the cabinets white made for a pleasing space. A smaller refrigerator was able to get into the kitchen instead of the old one on the back porch! The focal point in this kitchen is the tin ceiling.

Klassisch-moderne U-Küche mit intelligenten Stauraumlösungen

Gutsmann Küchen

Design ideas for a small industrial u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dresden with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, brick splashback, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and black appliances.

Wide Open Spaces

Design Harmony

Cory Holland
Design ideas for a large eclectic galley open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Navy Blue Thin Brick Backsplash and Kitchen Island

Fireclay Tile

Breezy beadboard paneling complements this kitchen's navy brick backsplash, serving up subtle nods to nautical style. Brick Shown: Appalachian
Photo of a large beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, blue splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Black Rock

Tyler Karu Design + Interiors

A beach house inspired by its surroundings and elements. Doug fir accents salvaged from the original structure and a fireplace created from stones pulled from the beach. Laid-back living in vibrant surroundings. A collaboration with Kevin Browne Architecture and Sylvain and Sevigny. Photos by Erin Little.

Showroom

EuroLuxe Cabinets

Small contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor, white benchtop and wood.

Seagrove House

User

Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Navy Blue Thin Brick Backsplash with Beadboard Ceiling

Fireclay Tile

Love a blue and white kitchen? Navy blue glazed thin brick complements this kitchen's breezy white beadboard paneling, serving up subtle nods to nautical style. THIN BRICK SHOWN 2.5x8 Glazed Thin Brick in Appalachian

Urban Loft in the Country

Red Pepper Design & Cabinetry

Custom walnut table, leather chairs, stainless appliances and textured melamine cabinet fronts - make up a mix of low sheen textures.
This is an example of a large industrial l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and grey floor.

Milton, MA - Whole House Remodel

Rebel Builders

Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, brick splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Shiplap on The Lake | The Lakes at North River Yacht Club

Toulmin Kitchen & Bath

A new construction featuring a bright and spacious kitchen with shiplap walls and a brick back splash. Polished quartz counter tops gives the spaces a finished and glamorous feeling. A spacious master bathroom with His&Hers vanities and a walk-in shower give enough room for daily routines in the morning. The color palette exudes waterfront living in a luxurious manor.

Black Rock

Tyler Karu Design + Interiors

Pretty Blue & White Kitchen

Design Moe Kitchen & Bath / Heather Moe designer

New range area has extended counter space at both sides
Mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Seagrove House

User

Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, brown floor and brown 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

Urban Loft in the Country

Red Pepper Design & Cabinetry

View from kitchen into dining room. Porcelain tile meets up with pine flooring.
Inspiration for a large industrial l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and grey floor.

Just Like Denim

Jennifer Ryan Design

Eclectic Envy Kitchen

Chace Building Supply

Tony Chabot - photographer Copeland Builders - Putnam, CT
Mid-sized eclectic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Providence with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen with Blue Splashback and Brick 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!