Walls were removed to increase the size of the kitchen and open up sight lines and traffic patterns to the adjacent family room. A completely new kitchen design created space for meal prep and entertaining. Softly textured cabinet finishes and dramatic backsplash colors are welcoming and fresh.

Contemporary Seaside Kitchen

Florida Designer Cabinetry

Miralis cabinets in white milk shake acrylic with a custom color high gloss lacquer Countertops Pompeii quartz white lightning with Blanco diamond metallic grey sink and Blanco satin nickel faucet and soap dispenser. Ann Sacks backsplash tile Sub-zero refrigerator Wolf ovens and hood vent Bosch dishwasher

Crystal Acrylic Contemporary Kitchen

Woodways

This Woodways sleek contemporary kitchen is designed using a crystal material to add shine and reflectance to a modern style. All white cabinetry with a light blue backsplash emphasize this design style, along with the choice of flat panel doors. Top hinge upper cabinets allow for easier access to high storage. Elements of stainless steel are included in the hardware, appliances, and cabinet door frames to compliment the shine and crispness of the kitchen.

HGTV Modern Farmhouse Marine Blue Kitchen

SH interiors

We completely renovated this space for an episode of HGTV House Hunters Renovation. The kitchen was originally a galley kitchen. We removed a wall between the DR and the kitchen to open up the space. We used a combination of countertops in this kitchen. To give a buffer to the wood counters, we used slabs of marble each side of the sink. This adds interest visually and helps to keep the water away from the wood counters. We used blue and cream for the cabinetry which is a lovely, soft mix and wood shelving to match the wood counter tops. To complete the eclectic finishes we mixed gold light fixtures and cabinet hardware with black plumbing fixtures and shelf brackets.

Однушка на Амурской улице

Женя Постухова

На фартуке кухни плитка ручной работы Прима керамика. Техника бренда Smeg.
This is an example of a small scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Moscow with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, laminate floors, no island, an undermount sink and brown floor.

Kitchen Remodel

Kitchen & Bath Plus

Kitchen remodel with large island featuring oven/microwave cabinet, pull-out pantry and a coffee bar.
Design ideas for a country eat-in kitchen in Orlando with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Opened Sky Blue Modern Kitchen Remedel

Bluehaus Interiors

This is an example of a large midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Tustin Transformation

k. smith interiors

plenty of room to cook!
Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors and with island.

Kitchens

Floor Care & Interior

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Mary's New Kitchen Remodel

Bora&Co Construction

Mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, no island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Oriental NC Cottage Kitchen Remodel

Creative Kitchen & Bath

Bishop Cabinets with half-over lay box style. Brilliant white with a chocolate glazing. Solid Surface countertop with a fully integrated kitchen sink. Moen Pull-down kitchen faucet

Engineered Stone Benchtop

Spin Design

Simple and clean lines created by the extrusion handles compliment this smart clean looking kitchen.
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Auckland with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Реализованный проект 2-комнатной квартиры 71.00м/кв

Дубровская Ольга "Ю-Студия"

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Tasmania Circle, Forrest ACT

YOLK on the inside

Complete kitchen remodel. The pantry, fridges and an appliance bench are hidden in the wall of talls, and there's a built-in charging pad on the island bench. The original marble island bench was repurposed as decorative cladding to the fireplace in the living room.

Southern Hills Master Kitchen

Classic Home Concepts

Large midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

Newman Built Quality Homes 2017 Parade Of Home

Northwest Floors

Large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with laminate floors, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and brown floor.

Mt Victoria Kitchen

Honour Creative

Design ideas for a small contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Wellington with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Rénovation cuisine épurée avec crédence en verre synthétique

CUISINES BRUNO VERITE

Quand un photographe vient shooter la cuisine de Mme C, je suis obligé de partager avec vous son travail. Les photos sont vraiment superbes ! Ces nouveaux luminaires sont tout simplement parfaits. Ils donnent encore plus de cachet à la pièce. Maintenant que Mme C s’est appropriée sa nouvelle cuisine en y intégrant ses objets personnels, je la trouve encore plus accueillante et chaleureuse. Comme quoi, il y a encore une différence à prendre en compte lorsque vous regardez une cuisine fraîchement installée et une cuisine aménagée.

Milroy Painted Broadoak Kitchen in Cornflower Blue

C & C Kitchens

Our beautiful Milroy Broadoak Painted kitchen in Cornflower Blue.
Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Milroy Painted Broadoak Kitchen in Cornflower Blue

C & C Kitchens

Kitchen with Blue Splashback and Laminate Floors 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!