This is my kitchen extension/renovation which was featured in the June issue 2021 of KBB Magazine.
Design ideas for a large transitional eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Coral Gables

Split Level Construction, Inc

Inspiration for a mediterranean kitchen in Miami with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Naples Florida Vacation Home Kitchen

Summer Thornton Design, Inc

Kitchen and dining in a Naples FL home featuring wicker chairs, exposed wood beams, open shelves, a plaster hood, and casual seating in the dining space and kitchen. Project featured in House Beautiful & Florida Design. Interior Design & Styling by Summer Thornton. Images by Brantley Photography. Brantley Photography

Huron Village Gut Renovation

Sam Kachmar Architects

an open kitchen with custom cabinetry and a dornbracht tara faucet and a custom kittle litter cabinet
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Coachelle Blue Kitchen

ARTO

The blue island and backsplash tile colors go together so perectly.
This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with white cabinets, marble benchtops, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, shaker cabinets, dark hardwood floors and blue splashback.

Chestnut Street

Studio Dearborn

Grey stained cabinetry compliments the white perimeter cabinetry and carerra countertops. Cement backsplash in "Nantes" pattern by Original Mission Tile in soft grey and white add flair to the muted palette. Kitchen design and custom cabinetry by Sarah Robertson of Studio Dearborn. Refrigerator by LIebherr. Cooktop by Wolf. Bosch dishwasher. Farmhouse sink by Blanco. Cabinetry pulls by Jeffrey Alexander Belcastle collection. Photo credit: c 2014 Sarah Robertson

Maximizing small NYC apartment space

Atelier036 - Architecture,Interior Design,Lighting

A tiny kitchen that maximizes every possible inch. Pat of a total gut renovation of a 1 bedroom apartment
Photo of a small contemporary galley separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, white appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Farmhouse to Fabulous

TKS Design Group

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Dark Blue Geometric Kitchen

Sustainable Kitchens

An open double larder in a shaker kitchen in Bristol painted in Farrow & Ball Hague Blue. The interior is painted in Babouche. The birch internal larder drawers are topped with honed Arabescato Corcia Marble. Internal spice racks sit of the doors. Antique brass knobs are used on the doors. The cabinets are topped with Arabescato Corcia Marble worktops. A double integrated oven sits in a tower cabinet next to the larder. The flooring is dark oak parquet. Photographer - Charlie O'Beirne

Dunnington St. Renovation

Adaptive Building Solutions

MichaelChristiePhotography
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Detroit with quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets and white cabinets.

Horton Road

Finch London

A compact L-shaped kitchen in Hackney Matt Lacquer Doors in Ceramic Blue by Sanderson Bespoke American Black Walnut Handle, box shelves and worktop. Photos by Polly Tootal

Classic U Shaped Kitchen

Classic Cabinetry

Design ideas for a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Modern Farmhouse Remodel

Melton Design Build

The kitchen portion of this renovation focused on improving the layout, functionality, and design. Originally a confined dated kitchen the team looked for ways to open the kitchen, incorporate industrial elements and create the feel of a modern farmhouse. Our team focused on trying to find ways to incorporate industrial moments by using a metal barn door, fun light fixtures, exposed brick, metal pipe built-ins, black windows, and more, while blending it with the rest of the transitional style home. Upgraded appliances, a butcher block counter, and large island also help the kitchen function more effectively for the chefs in the family. Also, adding in a breakfast nook, equipped with USB chargers and extra storage in the bench, has created a great “homework zone” for the kids while the parents cook.

Betsy's Kitchen

Brickhouse Kitchens and Baths

Small transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Baltimore with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Dupont Circle Rowhouse Addition

Landis Architects | Builders

We completely gutted and renovated this DC rowhouse and added a three-story rear addition and a roof deck. On the main floor the kitchen has cabinetry on both sides and an L-shaped island in the center. A section of mirrored cabinet doors adds drama. A comfortable sitting room off the kitchen is flooded with light from the large windows and full-lite rear door.

Black and White Kitchen

John Audet - Case Design/Remodeling Inc.

A stunning kitchen combining classic black and white cabinetry with marble-pattern quartz counter tops accented with brushed gold hardware and faucets.

Traditional Kitchen with Extras - Norwell, MA

Transitions Kitchens and Baths

This traditional kitchen design is packed with features that will make it the center of this home. The white perimeter kitchen cabinets include glass front upper cabinets with in cabinet lighting. A matching mantel style hood frames the large Wolf oven and range. This is contrasted by the gray island cabinetry topped with a wood countertop. The walk in pantry includes matching cabinetry with plenty of storage space and a custom pantry door. A built in Wolf coffee station, undercounter wine refrigerator, and convection oven make this the perfect space to cook, socialize, or relax with family and friends. Photos by Susan Hagstrom

Spanish Modern

La Costa Cabinets & Design

Dura cabinets White with Pewter Glaze Cashmere with Shadow Glaze Custom J. Aaron distressed walnut wood tops Tile – Artisan, Sanza Snowflake Blue on Carrara Marble

Industrial Style Revamp in the heart of Melbourne

User

Mid-sized industrial galley open plan kitchen in Melbourne with an undermount sink, open cabinets, distressed cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and grey benchtop.

Condo Renovation

SWZ Architects LLC (merging with LFA)

Kara Spelman
Inspiration for a large country single-wall open plan kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen with Cement Tile Splashback and Dark 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!