Cat McSwain, Maplestone Homes & Real Estate
Design ideas for a large country single-wall open plan kitchen in Charlotte with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and with island.

Fishtown, Philadelphia: Eclectic multi-floor renovation

Buckminster Green LLC

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

Display Home Rear Loaded Cottage North Rothbury

Sanctuary New Homes

Bifold Kitchen windows Caesarstone Benchtop Symphony Grey 40mm Skirt & Waterfall Side, Fisher & Paykle appliances with Warmer, Soft Closing Drawers and Cupboards, Polytec Silk Touch Cabinetry, Grey Hexagonal Tile Splashback

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 Remodeling

Jackson Quality Construction

Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall kitchen pantry in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

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

Glenmore Ridge 3 investor Homes

Greendale Homes

Photo of a small modern galley eat-in kitchen in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and with island.

Townhouse Remodel

YCC Cabinets & Millwork

Jennifer Mortensen
Photo of a large transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Minneapolis with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and with island.

Traditional Kitchen

This is an example of a small traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and with island.

Traditional Kitchen Renovation

Capozzi Design Build

This 1970's cape cod kitchen renovation was designed to open up the space by eliminating the table and add seating at the banquette. Since the homeowners loves to bake we created a baking area dedicated for their baking needs. This kitchen renovation features custom cabinetry finished in a creamy white paint and glaze with raised panel door style. Traditional design elements were used when designing this kitchen such as the furniture style cabinetry, stone backsplash and the custom hood vent. This cape cod home is traditional in style and inviting to all guest welcomed!!

Modern Farmhouse Homestead

12/12 Architects & Planners

Photo of a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop and vaulted.

Dutch Colonial renovations

EDV Home Design & Renovation

Custom kitchen, featuring Starmark maple cabinets, black walnut butcher block island and marble counters
Photo of a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Providence with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island and brown floor.

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.

Ham Lake Kitchen gets new life for beekeeper owners

Murphy Bros. Design | Build | Remodel

Whenever couples engage in the selection phase during the design process, there is always some give and take over style, taste, and design. Sometimes, as in this case, that is expressed in the form of constructive disagreements followed by clear non-defensive distinctions of what each really wants. Sometimes. We do our best to help with that negotiation of course. Remember, every remodel is a custom endeavor, so the challenge is always to balance needs and wants so everyone wins. FLOORING Kitchen: Cortcc Pro Kendal Bamboo W49202012, 3/16"' thick, floating LIGHTING Kitchen sink: Kichler Winslow 9" Wide Semi-Flush Ceiling Fixture Model:440330Z Kitchen island: One light pendant in buffed bronze #6963722

Beacon 1920 / Squirrel Hill

Shelton Design//Build

Built and designed by Shelton Design Build
Large country galley open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island and brown floor.

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.

Montclair Renovation and Interiors

ilumus, llc.

Ramona d'Viola - ilumus photography
Photo of a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and with island.

Mid-Century Modern Kitchen

Darcy Bean Custom Construction Inc.

Every bit of space is used in the kitchen including handy Tip out utensil storage drawer front built into the sink face. Buras Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped separate kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and with island.

Blue Accent Kitchen

K.Scott Construction LLC

Mid-sized beach style l-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, a peninsula, beige floor and white benchtop.

Lakeland Cottage, Cumbria

User

Photo of a small country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Cornwall with recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, bamboo floors, no island and black floor.

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!