Photo of a large transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Phoenix with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island and beige floor.

Classic 3x6 Kitchen Backsplash in Blue Spruce

Fireclay Tile

This is an example of a traditional kitchen in San Francisco with blue cabinets, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets and cement tiles.

House 153

Rodriguez Studio Architecture PC

David Joseph
Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles and with island.

Abelow Sherman Architects LLC

FORBES TOWNHOUSE Park Slope, Brooklyn Abelow Sherman Architects Partner-in-Charge: David Sherman Contractor: Top Drawer Construction Photographer: Mikiko Kikuyama Completed: 2007 Project Team: Rosie Donovan, Mara Ayuso This project upgrades a brownstone in the Park Slope Historic District in a distinctive manner. The clients are both trained in the visual arts, and have well-developed sensibilities about how a house is used as well as how elements from certain eras can interact visually. A lively dialogue has resulted in a design in which the architectural and construction interventions appear as a subtle background to the decorating. The intended effect is that the structure of each room appears to have a “timeless” quality, while the fit-ups, loose furniture, and lighting appear more contemporary. Thus the bathrooms are sheathed in mosaic tile, with a rough texture, and of indeterminate origin. The color palette is generally muted. The fixtures however are modern Italian. A kitchen features rough brick walls and exposed wood beams, as crooked as can be, while the cabinets within are modernist overlay slabs of walnut veneer. Throughout the house, the visible components include thick Cararra marble, new mahogany windows with weights-and-pulleys, new steel sash windows and doors, and period light fixtures. What is not seen is a state-of-the-art infrastructure consisting of a new hot water plant, structured cabling, new electrical service and plumbing piping. Because of an unusual relationship with its site, there is no backyard to speak of, only an eight foot deep space between the building’s first floor extension and the property line. In order to offset this problem, a series of Ipe wood decks were designed, and very precisely built to less than 1/8 inch tolerance. There is a deck of some kind on each floor from the basement to the third floor. On the exterior, the brownstone facade was completely restored. All of this was achieve

Waverton Project

Kitchen Elegance

What was once a confused mixture of enclosed rooms, has been logically transformed into a series of well proportioned spaces, which seamlessly flow between formal, informal, living, private and outdoor activities. Opening up and connecting these living spaces, and increasing access to natural light has permitted the use of a dark colour palette. The finishes combine natural Australian hardwoods with synthetic materials, such as Dekton porcelain and Italian vitrified floor tiles

Palisades

Anne Rae Design

Small modern kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Modern Kitchen Transformation in Baytown Texas ( countertop and light view)

Smart Remodeling LLC

" The project involved removing a section of the load-bearing wall to open up the kitchen and adding a stylish island for additional functionality. We installed new countertops and cabinets, offering a wide range of elegant materials. A dedicated pantry area was also included to optimize storage. The end result was a beautiful and efficient kitchen that exceeded the homeowner's expectations.

La casa di famiglia divisa tra madre e figlia - Progetto in corso

Liadesign

Liadesign
This is an example of a small contemporary galley separate kitchen in Milan with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, no island, green floor, white benchtop and recessed.

MAISON DARWIN

Studio Kiraw

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with a farmhouse sink, black cabinets, wood benchtops, cement tile splashback, black appliances, cement tiles, with island, multi-coloured floor, shaker cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and brown benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse

Crystal Blackshaw Interiors

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
Transitional separate kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Rénovation Totale Appartement 93 m2

Picture Design

Design ideas for a large contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Lyon with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles, no island and black floor.

Un ancien atelier transformé en maison familiale - Projet La Fayette

Mon Concept Habitation

Inspiration for a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, window splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop and with island.

Holladay Residence

Clayton Vance Architecture

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, no island, multi-coloured floor, grey benchtop, marble benchtops, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances and cement tiles.

The Chíc Sea Shack

Robert Paige Cabinetry LLC

Photo of a mid-sized country u-shaped separate kitchen in Charleston with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop, marble benchtops, subway tile splashback and cement tiles.

Spanish Oaks || Furnishings || Austin, Texas || Kitchen

Etch Design Group

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop, a farmhouse sink, quartz benchtops, marble splashback and cement tiles.

Castle Hill Kitchen

New England Design Elements

Brittany Fecteau
This is an example of a large industrial l-shaped kitchen pantry in Manchester with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Cuisine contemporaine épurée blanc/bois avec carreaux de ciment

Cuisinella Paris 11 République

Cuisinella Paris 11 Référence Cuisinella : Light Jet Blanc Brillant Caisson : Chene Honey Poignée intégrée : Jet Plan de travail : Chene Honey & blanc brillant Crédit photo : Agence Meero

Glen Ellyn Basement Kitchen

Storm Inspired

This is an example of a mid-sized industrial l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles and with island.

Aviemore

V Fine Homes

Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, cement tiles and with island.

Pacific Northwest Tudor

Jessica Helgerson Interior Design

Design ideas for a traditional galley kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, cement tiles, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

All Backsplash Materials Kitchen with Cement Tiles 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!