This is an example of a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, red floor and black benchtop.

Modern Kitchen Farmhouse

DM Deco Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, red floor, grey benchtop, white splashback and timber splashback.

Encino Ave

Mark Langos Interior Design

Photo: Meghan Bob Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, red floor and white benchtop.

Cuisine Bois

Mesure

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, no island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Bistro Kitchen

Von Fitz Design

Bethany Nauert Photography
Large transitional eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, cement tiles, with island and black floor.

kitchen 126

Savvy Kitchens

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.

P16- RENOVATION LUXUEUSE BY EMILIE MELIN

Mon Concept Habitation

Inspiration for a small modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with no island, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Bernard Residence - Lafayette, LA

Entre Nous Design

Chad Chenier
Mid-sized traditional galley separate kitchen in New Orleans with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors and brown floor.

New Construction On Acreage

Kevin Mauseth

Photo Credit: Al Pursley This new home features custom tile, brick work, granite, painted cabinetry, custom furnishings, ceiling treatments, screen porch, outdoor kitchen and a complete custom design plan implemented throughout.

Don Gaspar

Tierra Concepts

Photo of a large traditional galley separate kitchen in Albuquerque with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, black floor and soapstone benchtops.

New Luxury White Kitchen

Boxwood Cabinetry & Design

This is an example of an expansive traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, brick floors and with island.

Full Home Remodel

Pearl Remodeling

Modern kitchen design in Woodland Hills with man made quartz and huge island
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Kitchens

Samuelson Cabinets, LLC

Heidi A. Long
Mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors and with island.

Manhattan Beach

Eden LA Furniture and Interiors

Zeke Ruelas Photography Mike Woodcock Kitchen Design/Build
Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style l-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, marble benchtops, window splashback and red floor.

Rustic Kitchen

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen Amarillo

A coffee lovers treat is accessible when needed but easily hidden away behind a set of cabinet doors.
This is an example of a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors and multiple islands.

Belle Isle Bombshell

Design Directions

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Oklahoma City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and brick floors.

Madison Park Mid-Century Modern

Darren Patt Construction

Inspiration for a large midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, cement tiles, with island and grey floor.

Scott's Mill

Penza Bailey Architects

Historically a working mill site, the original structure was built in the 1800’s. In need of a gentle nudge into the 21st century, the owners and members of the design team were very careful to maintain the original charm, while bringing the home into the realm of livability. Thoughtful siting of new “out buildings” for a home offi ce and garage and landscaping enhanced yet preserved the sylvan landscape. A new, painted wood entrance was added to the original entry door, which successfully appears to have always been there. A new sun room addition was constructed adjacent to the kitchen and commands breathtaking views. New windows throughout and a copper roof made the most of necessary improvements. The interior was carefully renovated with built-in shelving in the living room, a modern kitchen and updated bathrooms, all maintaining as much reverence for the original structure as possible.

Projet Prony

Reflex Renovation

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles, with island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

151 Kitchen Remodel

D&G Construction

This is a fully custom kitchen featuring natural wood custom cabinets, quartz waterfall countertops, a custom built vent hood, brick backsplash, build-in fridge and open shelving. This beautiful space was created for a master chef with mid-century modern a touch of rustic aesthetic.

Kitchen with Brick Floors and Cement Tiles 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!