This craftsman style kitchen needed a refresh, but was open to an adjacent dining area. The dining room has a saffron color on the walls and a traditional china cabinet, and the kitchen was to be in keeping with that. Susan Currie Design came up with a solution that is welcoming and transitional, but not at all stuffy. We brought the red/oranges of the dining room into the kitchen. The custom cabinetry feels a bit rustic with inset doors in a rich, orange wood finish, and oil-rubbed bronze hardware. A few mullioned glass cabinets create focal points in the space to show off the family’s favorite glassware. The craftsman feel is balanced nicely with some more modern touches – an orange and brown crackle mosaic tile backsplash, sleek stainless steel appliances, and bright floral window treatments. The combination of warm red-orange tones and plenty of natural light allows the space to feel at once embracing and outward looking.

Canyon Hills - Nora Floorplan

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Photo of a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, quartz benchtops, mosaic tile splashback and brown floor.

Lake Oswego Custom Home

Jenni Leasia Interior Design

This spacious kitchen with beautiful views features a prefinished cherry flooring with a very dark stain. We custom made the white shaker cabinets and paired them with a rich brown quartz composite countertop. A slate blue glass subway tile adorns the backsplash. We fitted the kitchen with a stainless steel apron sink. The same white and brown color palette has been used for the island. We also equipped the island area with modern pendant lighting and bar stools for seating. Project by Portland interior design studio Jenni Leasia Interior Design. Also serving Lake Oswego, West Linn, Vancouver, Sherwood, Camas, Oregon City, Beaverton, and the whole of Greater Portland. For more about Jenni Leasia Interior Design, click here: https://www.jennileasiadesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.jennileasiadesign.com/lake-oswego

1041 EL

Weaver Custom Homes

Design ideas for a traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, brown splashback, beaded inset cabinets, distressed cabinets, mosaic tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

Rustic Traditional - Gilbert

Builders Flooring & Design

Sollid Cabinetry Perimeter - Cheyenne Door in Driftwood Stain Island - Cheyenne Door in Painted Black with Sand Through Finish Flooring - Marazzi - Cambridge Oak

Basement Kitchenette Remodel

DreamMaker Bath and Kitchen - Utah

Basement kitchenette and bathroom with dark cabinets and light granite counter tops. The kitchenette is the perfect addition right off the homeowner's TV room. The small bathroom features a nice tiled open shower.

WATERMERE luxury retirement home

Atwood Custom Homes

Photo of a large transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Memorial Farmhouse

Brickmoon Design

This is an example of a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, marble benchtops, brown splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

Timber Frame Transitional Kitchen

Designs for Living by Wendy, LLC

This is an example of a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Jacksonville with light wood cabinets, brown splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, soapstone benchtops, mosaic tile splashback, black appliances and multi-coloured benchtop.

NYC apartment

Amazing Spaces

Shades of brown warm up this modern urban kitchen. Light colors on the ceiling and glass doors on the upper cabinets help fill the space with light and feel larger. Oversized modern hardware creates nice vertical and horizontal detail. Curved track lighting adds a whimsical touch.

Sleek Home in Oakville (1206)

Braam's Custom Cabinets

PERIMETER: Painted shaker profile doors & drawers in Benjamin Moore BM OC 17 White Dove - RANGE ELEVATION & ISLAND: Walnut shaker profile doors & drawers - Solid surface countertops.

Interpretation of a 19th Century Farm House

Knight Associates

Photo by Brian Vanden Brink A very contemporary interpretation of the connected New England farm house.
Contemporary kitchen in Boston with mosaic tile splashback, brown splashback, white cabinets, glass-front cabinets, an undermount sink and stainless steel appliances.

Lakewood Kitchen

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Contemporary kitchen in Dallas with mosaic tile splashback, a double-bowl sink, quartz benchtops, brown splashback and white cabinets.

Lot 326, Martis Camp

Lot C Architecture

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This is an example of a country galley eat-in kitchen in Sacramento with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, brown splashback, mosaic tile splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Manian Residence

James Glover Home, Inc.

This is an example of a mediterranean kitchen in Orange County with mosaic tile splashback, an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, brown splashback and panelled appliances.

Cranesville Kitchen

Gatesman Kitchen & Bath

We added a landing space next to the range and storage under the peninsula. The homeowner wanted to keep the soffits, so we trimmed them off with a small dentil molding. We also added crown moldings and stained the existing wood wainscoting to match the cabinets.

Pah Cockle Bay

Kitchen Architecture Ltd

A Scullery or not? A separate baking area is positioned on the rear wall, partly partitioned off by frosted cavity sliding doors. This original wall line was retained to minimise structural changes and accommodate either an open and connected relationship with the 'home baker' chef OR discreetly hide when entertaining is underway! [See video for the magic in behind these doors and drawers!]

Cotswolds Cottage

Imperfect Interiors

We added chequerboard floor tiles, wall lights, a zellige tile splash back, a white Shaker kitchen and dark wooden worktops to our Cotswolds Cottage project. Interior Design by Imperfect Interiors Armada Cottage is available to rent at www.armadacottagecotswolds.co.uk

Scenic Drive

Brian David Roberts | Interior Planning & Design

This is an example of a mid-sized modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Salt Lake City with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, brown splashback, mosaic tile splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Contemporary Suburban Kitchen 2

Sarah Frost

Another view of this great, open, expansive kitchen, with a wonderful view of the backyard and golf course. Photo by Valerie Desjardins
Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in Minneapolis with mosaic tile splashback, brown splashback, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances and multiple islands.

Kitchen with Brown Splashback and Mosaic 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!