Inspiration for a small transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in DC Metro with a single-bowl sink, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Transitional Cottage

Nyhus Design Group

This small Ranch Style house was gutted and completely renovated and opened up to produce a truly indoor-outdoor experience. Panoramic Doors were essential to that end. Most of the house, including what was previously an enclosed Kitchen, now share the views out to the private rear yard and garden.

Miami Condo Renovation

InnovArt Design

Photo of a small modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Miami with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and bamboo floors.

A Kitchen for Today in a Classic Craftsman Home

Sustainable Home

The natural wood tones in this craftsman kitchen are balanced by the cool grey countertops, and are tied together by the quiet tones in the backsplash. The square pendant lighting gives this kitchen a modern feel and echoes the craftsman motif. Deeper closed cabinets on one side of the kitchen hide a washer dryer, broom closet, and pantry supplies. Photos by- Michele Lee Willson

DIY Network’s Blog Cabin Kitchen

Mercury Mosaics and Tile

This Florida Gulf home is a project by DIY Network where they asked viewers to design a home and then they built it! Talk about giving a consumer what they want! We were fortunate enough to have been picked to tile the kitchen--and our tile is everywhere! Using tile from countertop to ceiling is a great way to make a dramatic statement. But it's not the only dramatic statement--our monochromatic Moroccan Fish Scale tile provides a perfect, neutral backdrop to the bright pops of color throughout the kitchen. That gorgeous kitchen island is recycled copper from ships! Overall, this is one kitchen we wouldn't mind having for ourselves. Large Moroccan Fish Scale Tile - 130 White Photos by: Christopher Shane

Bellevue Townhouse Kitchen

Ellen Weiss Design

This small townhouse kitchen has no windows (it has a sliding glass door across from the dining nook) and had a limited budget. The owners planned to live in the home for 3-5 more years. The challenge was to update and brighten the space using Ikea cabinets while creating a custom feel with good resale value.

Fishtown, Philadelphia: Eclectic multi-floor renovation

Buckminster Green LLC

Andrea Cipriani Mecchi: photo
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, turquoise cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, bamboo floors, no island, grey benchtop, shaker cabinets and brown floor.

Schinik Residence

Dave's Remodeling Inc.

Dave's Remodeling Inc / Media Carrot Photography
This is an example of a small midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and no island.

Santa Barbara, California

Debra Lynn Henno Design

Photography Alexander Vertikoff
Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, beaded inset cabinets, ceramic splashback, bamboo floors, with island and beige benchtop.

Walnut Slab and White High-Gloss Acrylic Slab | Los Angeles, CA

The Cabinet Face

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Lake Coeur d'Alene Custom Home

Parsons Construction Inc

Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Ravenna Residence

Raina Henderson Interior Design, LLC

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Farmhouse Kitchen

Bianco Renovations

TruPlace
Photo of a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Montclair Modern

Nicole Benveniste Interior Design

Ilumus photography
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, bamboo floors and brown floor.

Bellevue Townhouse Kitchen

Ellen Weiss Design

Riverside Waterfont Home: Kitchen with Waterfront View

HD Squared Architects, LLC

View from inside the new kitchen towards the water. Photos by Kevin Wilson Photography
Design ideas for a small arts and crafts l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Baltimore with stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, a peninsula, a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, solid surface benchtops, ceramic splashback and beige splashback.

Gardenia Dr

JWM Living, LLC

The Kitchen features a 5 burner gas range with exhaust hood, microwave in island, full size refrigerator and dishwasher. The large format ceramic tile back splash extends to the ceiling. TK Images

Highover Drive

Studio M Kitchen & Bath

The pallet for this light and bright kitchen update was centered around the Berwyn design by Cambria. The Classic White finish on the cabinetry along with the Italino Classico antique mirror behind the mullions not only lightened up the space but makes it look and feel very sophisticated. The original island was triangular in shape and was replaced with a rectangular design to increase both seating capacity and storage space. Scott Amundson Photography, LLC.

Schinik Residence

Dave's Remodeling Inc.

Dave's Remodeling Inc / Media Carrot Photography
Photo of a small midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and no island.

Cape Home Addition - Expanding Home and Lifestyle

'g' Green Design Center

Green Home Remodel – Clean and Green on a Budget – with Flair Today many families with young children put health and safety first among their priorities for their homes. Young families are often on a budget as well, and need to save in important areas such as energy costs by creating more efficient homes. In this major kitchen remodel and addition project, environmentally sustainable solutions were on top of the wish list producing a wonderfully remodeled home that is clean and green, coming in on time and on budget. ‘g’ Green Design Center was the first and only stop when the homeowners of this mid-sized Cape-style home were looking for assistance. They had a rough idea of the layout they were hoping to create and came to ‘g’ for design and materials. Nicole Goldman, of ‘g’ did the space planning and kitchen design, and worked with Greg Delory of Greg DeLory Home Design for the exterior architectural design and structural design components. All the finishes were selected with ‘g’ and the homeowners. All are sustainable, non-toxic and in the case of the insulation, extremely energy efficient. Beginning in the kitchen, the separating wall between the old kitchen and hallway was removed, creating a large open living space for the family. The existing oak cabinetry was removed and new, plywood and solid wood cabinetry from Canyon Creek, with no-added urea formaldehyde (NAUF) in the glues or finishes was installed. Existing strand woven bamboo which had been recently installed in the adjacent living room, was extended into the new kitchen space, and the new addition that was designed to hold a new dining room, mudroom, and covered porch entry. The same wood was installed in the master bedroom upstairs, creating consistency throughout the home and bringing a serene look throughout. The kitchen cabinetry is in an Alder wood with a natural finish. The countertops are Eco By Cosentino; A Cradle to Cradle manufactured materials of recycled (75%) glass, with natural stone, quartz, resin and pigments, that is a maintenance-free durable product with inherent anti-bacterial qualities. In the first floor bathroom, all recycled-content tiling was utilized from the shower surround, to the flooring, and the same eco-friendly cabinetry and counter surfaces were installed. The similarity of materials from one room creates a cohesive look to the home, and aided in budgetary and scheduling issues throughout the project. Throughout the project UltraTouch insulation was installed following an initial energy audit that availed the homeowners of about $1,500 in rebate funds to implement energy improvements. Whenever ‘g’ Green Design Center begins a project such as a remodel or addition, the first step is to understand the energy situation in the home and integrate the recommended improvements into the project as a whole. Also used throughout were the AFM Safecoat Zero VOC paints which have no fumes, or off gassing and allowed the family to remain in the home during construction and painting without concern for exposure to fumes. Dan Cutrona Photography

Kitchen with Ceramic Splashback and Bamboo 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!