Brantley Photography
This is an example of a contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, brown splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, beige benchtop and recessed.

Contemporary Condominium for Collectors

WPL Interior Design

Long time clients who are "empty nesters" downsized from a larger house to this new condominium, designed to showcase their small yet impressive collection of modern art. The space plan, high ceilings, and careful consideration of materials lends their residence an quiet air of sophistication without pretension. Existing furnishings nearly 30 years old were slightly modified and reupholstered to work in the new residence, which proved both economical and comforting.

Haus von 1907 wird modern

Die Wohnkomplizen

Realisierung durch WerkraumKüche, Fotos Frank Schneider
Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped open plan kitchen in Nuremberg with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, brown splashback, timber splashback, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

N College

LuxeMark Company

Tad Davis
Inspiration for a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Raleigh with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Rustic farm Retreat

Adams + Beasley Associates

Nat Rea
Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped kitchen pantry in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Rush Lake Rustic - Crosslake, MN

Dan J. Heid - Planning & Design

Dan Heid
This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Crystal Lake kitchen and master bath

B&C Enterprises

Inspiration for a traditional u-shaped kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Mirasol Country Club 1

Reardon | Peloso Interior Design

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, brown splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Asian Inspired Kitchen

Charmean Neithart Interiors

Erika Bierman www.erikabiermanphotography.com
Photo of a mid-sized asian l-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Tranquil Comfort

Park Place Design, LLC

Douglas Johnson
Mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, brown splashback and mosaic tile splashback.

Harmony Golf Club

Red Pencil Architecture

Michael deLeon Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and subway tile splashback.

Granite Countertops with Durango Tile Backsplash ~ Akron, OH

Cabinet-S-Top

In this kitchen we updated the existing cabinets with new Richelieu transitional brushed nickel knobs and pulls. We installed a 3cm Granite Giallo Napolean with 3/8” bevel edge and 4” high backsplash countertop. The tile backsplash is Durango 3x6 beveled. A Lenova stainless steel undermount sink was installed with a Moen Arbor pull down faucet in stainless steel and a Kichler Keller single bulb pendant with schoolhouse-style glass shade installed over the sink.

Row House Kitchen

Maple Tree Cabinetmakers, LLC

Robert Lisak
Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Bridgeport with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

Quarter sawn white oak kitchen.

Susan Brook Interiors

The clients called me in to help with finishing details on their kitchen remodel. They had already decided to do a lot of the work themselves and also decided on a cabinet company. I came into the project early enough to see a better layout to the original kitchen, then i was able to give my clients better options to choose from on the flow and aesthetics of the space. They already had an existing island but no sink, the refrigerator was an awkward walk away from the work space. We panned with everything moving and a much better flow was created, more storage than needed..that's always a good problem to have! Multiple storage drawers under the range, roll out trash, appliance garage for the coffee maker and much more. This was my first time working with non custom cabinets, it turned out wonderful with all the bells and whistles a dream kitchen should have.

Piceu Residence

Saroki Architecture

Dramatic archways linking rooms visually to one another in graceful fashion define the interior spaces.
Photo of a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with white cabinets, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, recessed-panel cabinets, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, porcelain splashback, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Lake House

Lewis & Weldon Custom Kitchens

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop and beaded inset cabinets.

Camino Del Mar

Verner Architects

Completely new kitchen. Photo Credit: Matthew Millman
This is an example of a large mediterranean l-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown splashback and brown floor.

Schaffer's Mill Custom 1

Tanamera Construction / TC Homes

This is an example of a large industrial galley open plan kitchen in Sacramento with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and mosaic tile splashback.

DEG apt | 70 MQ

kkarchitecture

This is an example of an expansive contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Turin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Kitchens III

Webber Coleman Woodworks

Rustic White Interiors
Photo of a large l-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Kitchen with Brown Splashback and Medium Hardwood 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!