Large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Colonial, Whole House Renovation in Villanova, PA

Rudloff Custom Builders

Complete renovation of a colonial home in Villanova. We installed custom millwork, moulding and coffered ceilings throughout the house. The stunning two-story foyer features custom millwork and moulding with raised panels, and mahogany stair rail and front door. The brand-new kitchen has a clean look with black granite counters and a European, crackled blue subway tile back splash. The large island has seating and storage. The master bathroom is a classic gray, with Carrera marble floors and a unique Carrera marble shower. RUDLOFF Custom Builders has won Best of Houzz for Customer Service in 2014, 2015 2016 and 2017. We also were voted Best of Design in 2016, 2017 and 2018, which only 2% of professionals receive. Rudloff Custom Builders has been featured on Houzz in their Kitchen of the Week, What to Know About Using Reclaimed Wood in the Kitchen as well as included in their Bathroom WorkBook article. We are a full service, certified remodeling company that covers all of the Philadelphia suburban area. This business, like most others, developed from a friendship of young entrepreneurs who wanted to make a difference in their clients’ lives, one household at a time. This relationship between partners is much more than a friendship. Edward and Stephen Rudloff are brothers who have renovated and built custom homes together paying close attention to detail. They are carpenters by trade and understand concept and execution. RUDLOFF CUSTOM BUILDERS will provide services for you with the highest level of professionalism, quality, detail, punctuality and craftsmanship, every step of the way along our journey together. Specializing in residential construction allows us to connect with our clients early in the design phase to ensure that every detail is captured as you imagined. One stop shopping is essentially what you will receive with RUDLOFF CUSTOM BUILDERS from design of your project to the construction of your dreams, executed by on-site project managers and skilled craftsmen. Our concept: envision our client’s ideas and make them a reality. Our mission: CREATING LIFETIME RELATIONSHIPS BUILT ON TRUST AND INTEGRITY. Photo Credit: JMB Photoworks

Colonial, Whole House Renovation in Villanova, PA

Rudloff Custom Builders

Kitchen

Lauren Shadid Architecture + Interiors

Kitchen photo by Nicole Leone
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and a peninsula.

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Savvy Kitchens

Inspiration for a large midcentury u-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island and grey floor.

Salt Water Vibes

Saltwater Kitchen & Bath Studio

Mike Kaskel Retirement home designed for extended family! I loved this couple! They decided to build their retirement dream home before retirement so that they could enjoy entertaining their grown children and their newly started families. A bar area with 2 beer taps, space for air hockey, a large balcony, a first floor kitchen with a large island opening to a fabulous pool and the ocean are just a few things designed with the kids in mind. The color palette is casual beach with pops of aqua and turquoise that add to the relaxed feel of the home.

Cozy Attleboro Remodel

Mikayla Strong

Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Providence with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

Transitional House in Rio Vista

Luxor Carpentry

Transitional kitchen with statement island
This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island and grey floor.

Lower East Side Industrial Rustic Home

Kelly Weldon Design

Custom open kitchen. My clients entertain a great deal and needed a kitchen that was a main feature in the apartment. It is a very eclectic use of materials and periods; glass back splash tile, water fall counters, recessed flat paneled cabinets and vintage french hand blown glass with mesh and mercury pendants.

Custom Family Home

Angie Schwab Interiors LLC

This view shows both islands in this kitchen. The first used for prep and the second is suited for entertaining or informal meals. The lighting and the backsplash are reflective of this client's sense of whimsy.

Westfield

Lecasa Homes & Renovations

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Modern Bungalow ReDone

habitare design studio, inc.

Inspiration for a small modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Brattle Street

Yankee Craftsman

Large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with white cabinets, blue splashback, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and no island.

Time For a Change

Julie Piesz Interiors, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Woodside Showhouse

Brooke Grafstrom Interior Design LLC

This is an example of a small traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in San Francisco with open cabinets, copper benchtops, terra-cotta floors, an integrated sink, blue splashback, glass tile splashback and no island.

Simi Valley Kitchen Remodel

Overland Remodeling & Builders

A complete kitchen remodeling project in Simi Valley. The project included a complete gut of the old kitchen with a new floorplan. The new kitchen includes: white shaker cabinets, quartz countertop, glass tile backsplash, bamboo flooring, stainless steel appliances, pendant lights above peninsula, recess LED lights, pantry, top display cabinets, soft closing doors and drawers, concealed drawer slides and banquette seating with hidden storage

Contemporary White Kitchen

BGI Design

An airy and light feeling inhabits this kitchen from the white walls to the white cabinets to the bamboo countertop and to the contemporary glass pendant lighting. Glass subway tile serves as the backsplash with an accent of organic leaf shaped glass tile over the cooktop. The island is a two part system that has one stationary piece closes to the window shown here and a movable piece running parallel to the dining room on the left. The movable piece may be moved around for different uses or a breakfast table can take its place instead. LED lighting is placed under the cabinets at the toe kick for a night light effect. White leather counter stools are housed under the island for convenient seating. Michael Hunter Photography

Modern Traditional Petite Chefs Kichen

Frances Herrera Interior Design

My team took a fresh approach to traditional style in this home. Inspired by fresh cut blossoms and a crisp palette, we transformed the space with airy elegance. Exquisite natural stones and antique silhouettes coupled with chalky white hues created an understated elegance as romantic as a love poem.

Beach House - Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Bigelow Interiors

Recycled glass countertops, built-in sub-zero refrigerator, dishwasher drawers, mechanical shades and cornice boxes, pendent lighting, bead board and wainscot, planked ceiling, Siberian oak floors all add up to comfort and beauty. John Durant Photography Chereskin Architecture

Window Seat with Cabinet Storage

KraftMaster Renovations

A bare wall can be the perfect place for the much needed extra storage. The espresso colored cabinets frame the large window perfectly and also provide a lovely window seat. Photography by Bob Gockeler

Kitchen with Blue Splashback and Glass 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!