A nanny suite with kitchenette, this compact kitchen is the perfect space for in-laws. A small cooktop, over the range microwave and undercounter sink provides the perfect space for preparing food.

Brookline House

Leslie Saul & Associates

Kitchen with mix of finishes
Inspiration for a large traditional kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors and with island.

Ply Place

CONSTRUCTED MATTER INC

Small modern galley eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

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.

Palo Alto

Melissa Nierman Designs

Photo of an expansive traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, cement tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Rabb Glen

Davey McEathron Architecture

Leonid Furmansky
This is an example of a large modern separate kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, cement tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and white benchtop.

Aux pieds du Vercors

Francisco LOPEZ | FEEL INTERIEUR

Photo of a small industrial u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Grenoble with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, blue splashback, cement tile splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Backsplash Detail

LJL Design llc

Backsplash Detail
This is an example of an open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop and vaulted.

Hexagon Blue Tile Kitchen Backsplash by Orlando Soria

Fireclay Tile

Orlando Soria's labor of love makes a beautiful debut with handmade blue kitchen tiles. Tasked with renovating his parents' kitchen, the designer opted for Fireclay Tile's patterned kitchen tiles in cool blue and a rich peacock island as a nod to his mother's favorite color. Tile Shown Hex Patterned Kite Tile in Crater Lake

Rockport, MA Historic Farm House

Right Angle Kitchens

Mid-sized country galley open plan kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, cement tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Freehold Kitchen Remodel

Capri Construction & Design

Photo of a mid-sized country galley separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances, brick floors, no island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Cedar Hollow Kitchen Remodel

Cerulean Concepts

This Kitchen was closed off and had three different ceiling heights. After the remodel and opening up the floor plan with new Wood Look tile floors, gray cabinet island, white cabinets, and shutters - this Kitchen is much more updated!

Farmhouse White Kitchen Remodel

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

The Key Elements for a Cozy Farmhouse Kitchen Design. ... “Classic American farmhouse style includes shiplap, exposed wood beams, and open shelving,” Mushkudiani says. “Mixed materials like wicker, wood, and metal accents add dimension, colors are predominantly neutral: camel, white, and matte black

Whole Home Remodel in Atlanta, Georgia

Copper Sky Design + Remodel

An extravagant white kitchen with a teal blue pop of color backsplash. The wall countertops are a beautiful brilliant white while the island features a wooden countertop that perfectly pairs with the wood flooring

Dark Blue Geometric Kitchen

Sustainable Kitchens

Shaker kitchen cabinets painted in Farrow & Ball Hague blue with antique brass knobs, pulls and catches. The worktop is Arabescato Corcia Marble. A shaker double ceramic sink with polished nickel mixer tap and a Quooker boiling water tap sit in the perimeter run of cabinets with a Bert & May Majadas tile splash back topped off with a floating oak shelf. An induction hob sits on the island with three hanging pendant lights. Two moulded dark blue bar stools provide seating at the overhang worktop breakfast bar. The flooring is dark oak parquet. Photographer - Charlie O'Beirne

City Residence

Claudia Martin, ASID

Photo by: Mike Schwartz
Design ideas for a transitional l-shaped kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, quartz benchtops, blue splashback and cement tile splashback.

Locust Valley

Cervo Design

Tiffany is the result of the continuous pursuit of innovation and passion we put into our kitchens. A Made in Italy product that offers a new design and furnishes the room with style and a modern flair. Tiffany is across-the-board, it includes different tastes and lifestyles: it assumes a slightly country appearance in the frame door version; it becomes a protagonist of a traditional chic furniture in the white oak finish.

FABULOUS FRAICHE BLUE EXTERIOR AND SO MUCH MORE!

ARTO

This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, with island and brown floor.

Spanish Modern

La Costa Cabinets & Design

Dura cabinets White with Pewter Glaze Cashmere with Shadow Glaze Custom J. Aaron distressed walnut wood tops Tile – Artisan, Sanza Snowflake Blue on Carrara Marble

Cuisine

la maison marmorini

This is an example of a l-shaped kitchen in Nice with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, no island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Kitchen with Blue Splashback and Cement Tile 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!