Design ideas for a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white benchtop, brown cabinets and black appliances.

Our Work

M. Smith Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kingston Lane, Dartmouth

Chloe Nash Interiors

David Parmiter
Design ideas for an eclectic eat-in kitchen in Devon with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, concrete benchtops, subway tile splashback and light hardwood floors.

HUG Construction

VENS Photography

Photo of a large industrial open plan kitchen in Other with stainless steel appliances, brown floor, white benchtop, with island, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, subway tile splashback and exposed beam.

Intertwined: A Recording Studio is Home in the Mission

Architect Mason Kirby Inc.

FSC certified fumed larch veneer is used for the new lower cabinets. Wood shelves with sliding glass fronts provide upper storage. Stainless steel appliances and white subway tile make the open kitchen modern. A butcher block top cart and a stainless steel table and benches complete the eating area. The bare wood walls above were stripped of their paint before being sealed to take advantage of the vintage building's natural beauty. In the foreground is a comfy leather couch. Photo Credit: Molly DeCoudreaux

Mid Century Modern Boho

Kimberley Kay Interiors

Added a new backsplash, hardware, paint and lighting and boom you can save yourself from repainted cabinets and replacing them.
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

North Kitchen

Grayling Construction

Kitchen remodel
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Rustic Kitchen Mini-Remodel

Kitchen Mart

Inspiration for a large country open plan kitchen in Sacramento with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Avon Kitchen, Master Closet & Master Bedroom

Showcase Kitchens

This gorgeous kitchen boasts Burnt Hickory lower perimeter cabinetry and contrasting painted maple uppers, complimented by honed quartz countertops and a beautiful blue subway tile for a touch of color. This home is ADA compliant featuring wheelchair access under the sinks, as well as having no thresholds between doorways. The shower is also wheelchair friendly having no door and a wide turning arc.

Longcliffe Kitchen serving bar

Legal Eagle Contractors

Dan Bawden
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and white benchtop.

The Murano

Harmony Builders LTD

The view of the kitchen, nook and living room area. Ample storage has been put into the kitchen with the addition of the pots and pan drawers, behind the frosted french doors is a spacious pantry which comes with it's own motion sensor, a standard for us! The nook has ample space for a big table and the doors lead to the deck off the rear. The living room is finished with a ribbon style fireplace, floating shelves that match the cabinetry and a wall mounted tv. This is a great use of space the open concept is going to make it a hit when it comes to visiting with family and friends.

First Floor Remodel, Cortlandt Manor, NY

Nurzia Construction Corporation

Inspiration for a large transitional single-wall separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands and brown floor.

Contemporary Kitchen Cabinets with an Industrial Feel

Plain & Fancy Custom Cabinetry

Dan Ryan — Southfield Media
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall kitchen pantry in Other with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Eclectic Home in the Woods

Tailored Spaces, Natalie Spiniolas

This is a kitchen full of personality and warmth. The taupe and earth tones in this space bring the colors from the outdoors in. It is an inviting space to enjoy everyday.

Modern Kitchen- Rodgers Forge

Bearded Builders, Baltimore

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Baltimore with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Interscostal Elegance

Infinity Custom Designs

Robert Madrid Photography
Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, travertine floors, multiple islands and beige floor.

Rustic Interior Design by Lori Brock

Affinity Home & Design

For this rustic interior design project our Principal Designer, Lori Brock, created a calming retreat for her clients by choosing structured and comfortable furnishings the home. Featured are custom dining and coffee tables, back patio furnishings, paint, accessories, and more. This rustic and traditional feel brings comfort to the homes space. Photos by Blackstone Edge. (This interior design project was designed by Lori before she worked for Affinity Home & Design and Affinity was not the General Contractor)

Peachtree City Transitional Kitchen Remodel

Rosa Moreno Kitchens

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Transitional Kitchen

Inspiration for a transitional galley kitchen in New York with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Glen Echo Rd Kitchen

Jordan and Son's Construction, LLC

Photo of a large traditional kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, white floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Brown Cabinets and Subway 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!