This rustic style kitchen and dinning room features laminate tops and custom cabinets. Added recessed and pendant lighting brighten up the space. Accents of exposed brick and crown molding on the cabinets give a unique feel for this country kitchen.

Kitchen brick accents

Milestone Homes Inc.

Large entertaining Kitchen with brick accents.
This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen with medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands, an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, cement tile splashback, travertine floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Atomic Ranch MCM Main House

Breathe Design Studio

Our Austin studio decided to go bold with this project by ensuring that each space had a unique identity in the Mid-Century Modern style bathroom, butler's pantry, and mudroom. We covered the bathroom walls and flooring with stylish beige and yellow tile that was cleverly installed to look like two different patterns. The mint cabinet and pink vanity reflect the mid-century color palette. The stylish knobs and fittings add an extra splash of fun to the bathroom. The butler's pantry is located right behind the kitchen and serves multiple functions like storage, a study area, and a bar. We went with a moody blue color for the cabinets and included a raw wood open shelf to give depth and warmth to the space. We went with some gorgeous artistic tiles that create a bold, intriguing look in the space. In the mudroom, we used siding materials to create a shiplap effect to create warmth and texture – a homage to the classic Mid-Century Modern design. We used the same blue from the butler's pantry to create a cohesive effect. The large mint cabinets add a lighter touch to the space. --- Project designed by the Atomic Ranch featured modern designers at Breathe Design Studio. From their Austin design studio, they serve an eclectic and accomplished nationwide clientele including in Palm Springs, LA, and the San Francisco Bay Area. For more about Breathe Design Studio, see here: https://www.breathedesignstudio.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.breathedesignstudio.com/atomic-ranch

Ann Arbor Remodel 3

Exclusively Cabinets by Cabinetek

Can you say, open concept? Designed by Barb Beale, this Saline home combines textures and colors in a way that makes them almost seamless. The white cabinets in the kitchen and emerald green in the island compliment the steel grey in the bar area.

Condo Renovation

Scott Arthur Millwork & Cabinetry Ltd

Walnut Island with gold brushed hardware. Walnut shiplap ceiling.
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Edmonton with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Low Country Modern

Wyrick Residential Design

Design ideas for a large country galley separate kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Goodsall Kitchen Case Study

Roundhouse

Roundhouse framed Classic bespoke kitchen painted in matt lacquer Farrow & Ball Manor House Grey and Strong White, worktop in White Fantasy. Photography by Nick Kane.

North 20

Arterra Design & Construction

Design ideas for a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with grey cabinets, with island, an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Walnut Midcentury KItchen with Orange Accents

emma delon

Marilyn Peryer Style House Photography
Inspiration for a large midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Raleigh with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, orange splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cork floors, a peninsula, beige floor, white benchtop and a double-bowl sink.

Washington DC 198

Next Day Granites

Beautiful farmhouse kitchen with inset custom cabinets, Denton countertops.
This is an example of a large l-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Corteen Place

Maria Alaverdyan

Michael Hillman
Design ideas for a small transitional galley separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

White, Contemporary, and Eclectic Kitchen

SOLLiD Cabinetry

Shane Baker Studios
Large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

San Juan Capistrano

McRae Lambert Dunn

Mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Jarrah Street

Challis Builders

Colour Cube
Photo of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Colorful Tribeca loft

Green Conversions Inc.

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and beige floor.

Spanish Modern Kitchen

Savvy Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Hartsdale NY Kitchen Remodel

Gotham Kitchen & Bath

This Dark Blue painted oak island makes a bold statement grounded by the white shaker cabinets in this transitional kitchen remodel. In this design, we found a home for all the many cooking appliances the customer loves to use. Design thru build was carefully planned and managed by our team

Farmhouse White Kitchen Remodel

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

The Key Elements for a Cozy Farmhouse Kitchen Design. ... “Classic American farmhouse style includes shiplap, exposed wood beams, and open shelving,” Mushkudiani says. “Mixed materials like wicker, wood, and metal accents add dimension, colors are predominantly neutral: camel, white, and matte black

BALDWIN HEIGHTS

Dacotah Studio

The overall aesthetic of this kitchen, prior to being remodeled, was dated, dark and un inviting. We decided to change all of that by removing the wall that separated the rooms, opening the kitchen to the living and dining space and also to the wonderful view of the city. Custom cabinets, brass overhead shelving, Ceaserstone countertops along with many additional custom features were added to really lighten the space making it more entertainment and family friendly!

CALI vinyl Natural Elm

Cali Floors

Modern and chic kitchen and dining room design. Luxury vinyl plank flooring in the color Natural Elm by CALI.
Photo of an eat-in kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Cement Tile Splashback and Beige Floor 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!