Great backsplash detail with "Phoenix" colors in the recycled glass counters

Manufacturer of custom recycled glass counter tops and landscape glass aggregate. The countertops are individually handcrafted and customized, using 100% recycled glass and diverting tons of glass from our landfills. The epoxy used is Low VOC (volatile organic compounds) and emits no off gassing. The newest product base is a high density, UV protected concrete. We now have indoor and outdoor options. As with the resin, the concrete offer the same creative aspects through glass choices. Margaret Rambo

CA Modern Retro Kitchen

August Interiors

The homeowners, an eclectic and quirky couple, wanted to renovate their kitchen for functional reasons: the old floors, counters, etc, were dirty, ugly, and not usable; lighting was giant fluorescents, etc. While they wanted to modernize, they also wanted to retain a fun and retro vibe. So we modernized with functional new materials: quartz counters, porcelain tile floors. But by using bold, bright colors and mixing a few fun patterns, we kept it fun. Retro-style chairs, table, and lighting completed the look.

Home Addition and Remodel

Elise Denver Interior Design

Bright white cabinets can make a large space feel even larger. With the natural light entering in the through the large windows, the kitchen feels bright and airy. This design provided numerous surfaces and work areas; perfect for all cooking and prep work needs. The stainless steel appliances create a sleek and clean look that will allow this design to remain timeless.

Fieldstone LaGrange Beaded Inset in White with Q Quartz Calacatta Classique

Mary Porzelt of Boston Kitchen Designs

This is an example of a small traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and no island.

Cedar Hollow Kitchen Remodel

Cerulean Concepts

This Kitchen was closed off and had three different ceiling heights. After the remodel and opening up the floor plan with new Wood Look tile floors, gray cabinet island, white cabinets, and shutters - this Kitchen is much more updated!

Clintonville Kitchen, half bath, and porch

J.S. Brown & Co.

A tiny kitchen and large unused dining room were combined to create a welcoming, eat in kitchen with the addition of a powder room, and space left for the doggies.

Welbeck Street

IQ Glass UK

Open corner sliding doors can create open, frameless corners and are the synopsis of the indoor-outdoor design trend. IQ minimal windows® can be easily designed to slide away from a meeting corner connection leaving no frame, or posts in its way.

West Palm Kitchen Project

911 Home Helps Remodeling

Complete Kitchen Remodeling
Inspiration for a mid-sized u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with a single-bowl sink, louvered cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

CA Modern Retro Kitchen

August Interiors

Toyon Residence

Renovation Drafting and Design LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean single-wall separate kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, grey floor and orange benchtop.

Jarrah Street

Challis Builders

Colour Cube
Design ideas for 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.

Various Projects

Laguna Kitchen, Bath and Flooring

Photo of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with beaded inset cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and an undermount sink.

Cozy Comfortable Rustic Modern

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

We re-designed a rustic lodge home for a client that moved from The Bay Area. This home needed a refresh to take out some of the abundance of lodge feeling and wood. We balanced the space with painted cabinets that complimented the wood beam ceiling. Our client said it best - Bonnie’s design of our kitchen and fireplace beautifully transformed our 14-year old custom home, taking it from a dysfunctional rustic and outdated look to a beautiful cozy and comfortable style. Design and Cabinetry Signature Designs Kitchen Bath

Cuisine familiale au coeur de Paris

As de Carreaux

L'harmonie règne dans toute la pièce grâce à l'association des meubles blancs et des carreaux étoilés.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Montpellier with an undermount sink, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances and multi-coloured benchtop.

Accessible Elegance - Warminster, PA

Lang's Kitchen & Bath

This rustic style kitchen design was created as part of a new home build to be fully wheelchair accessible for an avid home chef. This amazing design includes state of the art appliances, distressed kitchen cabinets in two stain colors, and ample storage including an angled corner pantry. The range and sinks are all specially designed to be wheelchair accessible, and the farmhouse sink also features a pull down faucet. The island is accented with a stone veneer and includes ample seating. A beverage bar with an undercounter wine refrigerator and the open plan design make this perfect place to entertain. Linda McManus

Spanish Santa Fe

Fuzzy Wuzzy Interiors, LLC

This is an example of a large transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Albuquerque with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and porcelain floors.

appartamento romano rif. MN

Nicarch

Nel soggiorno è stato ricavato un piccolo angolo cottura. La quinta che accoglie la cucina è caratterizzata da lunghi taglia verticali, studiati per consentire il passaggio della luce. La particolarità dei tagli ha dato vita al gioco progettuale dei rivestimenti ceramici, con risultati estetici al di sopra delle aspettative.

Causeway Barn, Berwick upon Tweed

Inside Story Photography

Inside Story Photography - Tracey Bloxham
Mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and beige floor.

A Colour Pop Island

Geri Designs

Mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dublin with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Spanish Santa Fe

Fuzzy Wuzzy Interiors, LLC

Kitchen with Cement Tile Splashback and Porcelain 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!