Most traditional older homes are set up with a dark, closed off kitchen, which is what this kitchen used to be. It had potential and we came in to open its doors to the family room to allow for seating, reconfigured the kitchen cabinetry, and also refinished and refaced the cabinetry. Some of the finishes include Taj Mahal Quartzite, White Dove finish on cabinetry, shaker style doors and doors with a bead, subway backsplash, and shiplap fireplace.

U-Shaped Kitchen with Peninsula and Subway Tile

Blackline Renovations

Ken Vaughan - Vaughan Creative Media
Small transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, shaker cabinets, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Craftsman Bungalow Kitchen

FMSProjects, Inc.

Skylight provides extra light on cloudy day. Very bright kitchen with painted white cabinets. Preserved and repaired the original stained glass windows.

Italian masterpiece

Illustrate Kitchens Limited

Large midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Surrey with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and a peninsula.

Historic Palo Alto Chef's kitchen~

Design Matters

Combination White and Green Traditional Cabinetry with recessed panel and five piece drawer heads, Fireclay glazed ceramic tile back splash, and flamed black granite counters

Boston Commonwealth

Ana Donohue Interiors

Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Casita - after.

Chalk Hill LLC

The old dairy barn transformed! The compact 500sf space is light and airy thanks to white cabinetry and walls, but packed with chic country accents. Beveled tile, painted shiplap walls and beaded cabinet fronts feast the eye without imposing clutter. Double-sliding wood windows, and custom doors and farmhouse moldings in stained Douglas fir complement distressed hickory floors. Photo: Chalk Hill

Historic Riverside Loft

Splash Kitchens & Baths LLC

Located inside an 1860's cotton mill that produced Civil War uniforms, and fronting the Chattahoochee River in Downtown Columbus, the owners envisioned a contemporary loft with historical character. The result is this perfectly personalized, modernized space more than 150 years in the making. Photography by Tom Harper Photography

Mid Century Modern Renovation

Kimberly Demmy Design

Mid Century Modern Renovation - nestled in the heart of Arapahoe Acres. This home was purchased as a foreclosure and needed a complete renovation. To complete the renovation - new floors, walls, ceiling, windows, doors, electrical, plumbing and heating system were redone or replaced. The kitchen and bathroom also underwent a complete renovation - as well as the home exterior and landscaping. Many of the original details of the home had not been preserved so Kimberly Demmy Design worked to restore what was intact and carefully selected other details that would honor the mid century roots of the home. Published in Atomic Ranch - Fall 2015 - Keeping It Small. Daniel O'Connor Photography

Mid Century Modern Sea Pearl House

Aria Stone Gallery

Needless to say, this kitchen is a cook’s dream. With an oversized peninsula, there is plenty of space to create tasteful confections. They added another element of interest to their design by mitering the edges of their countertop, creating the look of a thicker slab and adding a nice focal point to the space. Pulling the whole look together, they complemented the sea pearl quartzite countertop beautifully with the use of grey subway tile. Cabinets were custom built by Chandler in a shaker style with narrow 2" recessed panel and painted in a sherwin williams paint called silverplate in eggshell finish. The hardware was ordered through topknobs in the pennington style, various sizes used.

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Boiseries Boileau inc.

Photo of a small contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Ottawa with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and a peninsula.

Northfield Townhome Kitchen Remodel

Schmidt Homes, Inc.

This home had a kitchen that was efficient and functional, but lacked the character and charm this client was seeking. By updating the appliances, cabinetry, finishes, and removing the soffits the kitchen is now the true heart of this home. SSC

Mid-century Modern Budget Friendly Kitchen

Crystal Kitchen + Bath

The homeowners were very concerned about over-improving their modest split-level home built in 1961. They liked the “mid-century modern” feel and wanted to enhance that vibe. Top on their wish list was to replace the portable dishwasher with a built-in and add a peninsula for seating and workspace. To keep the labor cost down, the soffits and existing ceiling lighting was left intact. The first option was to keep the existing cabinets; however, the original layout did not allow adequate counter space on either side of the cooktop. After considered the price of new cabinets, they realized the value of having a brand new kitchen. The fun begins in the design phase. We chose the horizontal grain laminate to blend with the color of the existing woodwork in the home. The textured rhomboid shaped tile steals the show when accented with contrasting grout. The kitchen is a little mod and a little hip. And fits in perfectly as today’s “mid-century modern” home.

A Bold Kitchen in Dublin

Dave Fox Design Build Remodelers

Funky Kitchen Concept with orange tile, white cabinets, dark hardwood floors, with panel ready dishwasher and fridge, with large window over the sink
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, orange splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Luxury Listed Garden Aparment in Primrose Hill

Robert Rhodes Architecture + Interiors

St. George's Terrace is our luxurious renovation of a grand, Grade II Listed garden apartment in the centre of Primrose Hill village, North London. Meticulously renovated after 40 years in the same hands, we reinstated the grand salon, kitchen and dining room - added a Crittall style breakfast room, and dug out additional space at basement level to form a third bedroom and second bathroom.

Riverdale

Oakmark Custom Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional galley open plan kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Before and After Kitchen in Rye

JWH Design and Cabinetry LLC

Working within existing space, flipping the layout of the Kitchen made all the difference! Spacious work area near the French doors and window; welcoming entry area for guests; added connection to the adjoining Family Room and Living Room.

Streamline Moderne Kitchen design for a 1920s-era Art Deco Apartment

Felhandler/ Steeneken Architects

photo by Sue Steeneken
Small eclectic galley eat-in kitchen in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, glass benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and medium hardwood floors.

Shingle style home

Davis Tamburin Inc.

Kitchen was a renovation of a 70's white plastic laminate kitchen. We gutted the room to allow for the taste of our clients to shine with updated materials. The cabinetry is custom from our own cabinetry line. The counter tops and backsplash are handpainted custom designed tiles made in France. The floors are wood beams cut short side and laid to show the grain. We also created a cabinetry nook made of stone to house a display area and server. We used the existing skylights, but to bring it all together we installed reclaimed wood clapboards on the ceiling and reclaimed wood timbers to create some sense of architecture. The photograph was taken by Peter Rywmid

Traditional Kitchen

Inspiration for a small traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Kitchen with Ceramic Splashback and a Peninsula 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!