This bold room is a true reflection of the homeowners and their energetic personalities and lifestyle. The intelligence of this design is in the clever use of clean fixed finishes, complimented by bold accessories and color. The neutral shaker cabinetry could be at home in any house. The black granite is a crisp contrast to the blonde maple wood. The glass countertop, the contemporary light fixture and bold paint color are what bring that electric spark into this room.

Sierra de Cameros 3

Amezkua

Design ideas for a large contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Madrid with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, pink cabinets, laminate benchtops, blue splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Traditional Hand Painted Framed Kitchen

Tulip

This is an example of a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Surrey with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Craftsmen to Modern Kitchen Transformation

Stonehenge Custom Tile and Stone

Design ideas for a modern kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

West Vancouver Kitchen and Bathrooms

Coordinated Kitchen and Bath

Small transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Vancouver with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

The New Prairie

Barley|Pfeiffer Architecture

Our inspiration for this home was an updated and refined approach to Frank Lloyd Wright’s “Prairie-style”; one that responds well to the harsh Central Texas heat. By DESIGN we achieved soft balanced and glare-free daylighting, comfortable temperatures via passive solar control measures, energy efficiency without reliance on maintenance-intensive Green “gizmos” and lower exterior maintenance. The client’s desire for a healthy, comfortable and fun home to raise a young family and to accommodate extended visitor stays, while being environmentally responsible through “high performance” building attributes, was met. Harmonious response to the site’s micro-climate, excellent Indoor Air Quality, enhanced natural ventilation strategies, and an elegant bug-free semi-outdoor “living room” that connects one to the outdoors are a few examples of the architect’s approach to Green by Design that results in a home that exceeds the expectations of its owners. Photo by Mark Adams Media

Frenchs Forest

Premier Kitchens

This previously old and dated kitchen was given a major overhaul to open up the room whilst providing a more user friendly bench space area that can now be accessed from all sides. The updated modern art deco kitchen is the perfect mix of old and new with a feature freestanding stove and butlers pantry. The client wanted a modern Shaker look, something that was daring, hence the black cabinets. The client supplied their own floor and splashback tiles and the satin polyurethane shaker doors are in Dulux Vivid White / Black Caviar. A 20mm stone benchtop was installed by Benchmark Stonemasons in Caesarstone White Shimmer. Although the new kitchen is modern, it still maintains a subtle art deco look to suit the classic style of the rest of the home.

Beautiful San Francisco Classic Remodel

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in San Francisco with a triple-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and blue benchtop.

Blue Leaf Mosaic Backsplash with Oiled Bronze Pot Filler

dRemodeling

Bringing a personal touch for the kitchen, the client and designer went with these beautiful leaf mosaic tiles for their backsplash. With their diagonal curves complimenting the framing of the glass cabinets above, the backsplash makes a great fit.

Schwenksville Kitchen

AGDesigns - State of the Art Kitchens & Baths

Large eclectic l-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, coloured appliances, porcelain floors, with island, black floor and black benchtop.

River front Charm

Epoch Solutions, Inc.

Brookhaven nordic white cabinetry with antique mirror inserts.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley kitchen in Tampa with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Contemporary Condo

A. Design At Sunninghill Inc.

Ed Butera
Photo of a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Miami with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Hollywood Hills Home

Mollie Ranize

Modern Hollywood Hills home renovated and fully furnished by dmar interiors. Photography: Stephen Busken
Mid-sized modern galley separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and no island.

Modern Family Remodel The Woodlands

Marker Girl Home

This remodel was for a family moving to The Woodlands/Spring Area. They wanted to find a home in the area that they could remodel to their more modern style. Having 2 kids and 2 dogs all selections made were very kid-friendly. You don't have to sacrifice good design for family-friendly.

Kitchen Project Cheltenham

Contour

Our clients wanted an open plan family kitchen diner incorporating space for a play area and relaxation zone. With fabulous views over the garden, this kitchen is both practical and stylish with ample storage solutions and multiple seating options. The bench seating is integrated into the back of the L shaped island creating a sociable dining space whilst a breakfast bar caters for eating on the go. It is light and spacious and was a delightful project to work on.

Media PA Kitchen Fabuwood

Main Line Kitchen Design

The best kitchen showroom in your area may be closer closer than you think. The four designers there are some of the most experienced award winning kitchen designers in the Delaware Valley. They design in and sell 6 national cabinet lines. And their pricing for cabinetry is slightly less than at home centers in apples to apples comparisons. Where is this kitchen showroom and how come you don’t remember seeing it when it is so close by? It’s in your own home! Main Line Kitchen Design brings all the same samples you select from when you travel to other showrooms to your home. We make design changes on our laptops in 20-20 CAD with you present usually in the very kitchen being renovated. Understanding what designs will look like and how sample kitchen cabinets, doors, and finishes will look in your home is easy when you are standing in the very room being renovated. Design changes can be emailed to you to print out and discuss with friends and family if you choose. Best of all our design time is free since it is incorporated into the very competitive pricing of your cabinetry when you purchase a kitchen from Main Line Kitchen Design. Finally there is a kitchen business model and design team that carries the highest quality cabinetry, is experienced, convenient, and reasonably priced. Call us today and find out why we get the best reviews on the internet or Google us and check. We look forward to working with you. As our company tag line says: “The world of kitchen design is changing…”

Inset and Blue

EL Design Studio

Inspiration for a small traditional galley separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and no island.

Stunningly Modern in Norman

Edmond Kitchen & Bath LLC

Formerly a closed off pantry with a door, we removed those walls to open the space for this custom pantry organizer. Details include hidden outlets, integrated storage and electronic power ports, broom closet with half shelves, and aluminum doors with integrated led lighting. David Cobb Photography.

Indian Ridge Remodel

Angela Wells Interior Design

Trent Teigen
Mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Diego with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and beige floor.

Pasadena Showcase House Kitchen 2019

Samantha Williams Interior Design

Transitional eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, beige floor, white benchtop and a drop-in sink.

Kitchen with Blue Splashback and Porcelain 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!