We gave this 70's condo a fresh new look! Bamboo flooring keeps things light and bright, grey stained woodwork adds a mountain vibe, and textured melamine cabinets in grey with quartz counter tops gives it a clean, modern look. Grasscloth wallpaper in the dining room with reclaimed wood dining table and benches. Industrial lighting completes the space.

Fauxwood Cabinets

Guyton Industries, LLC.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, bamboo floors, no island and beige floor.

Geneva Street

Diane Sugden

Pattie O'Loughlin Marmon
Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts u-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, tile benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, bamboo floors and a peninsula.

Kitchen

cMacd consulting & design

Kitchen
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Sydney with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, quartz benchtops, ceramic splashback, bamboo floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse Homestead

12/12 Architects & Planners

Design ideas for 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.

Westlake Project

Associated Designs

This extra large kitchen uses quarter sawn oak flooring set on a diagonal to create the illusion of greater space. A fireplace and flat screen TV add to the functionality of this gathering space.

Waverton - Home Renovation

Nouvelle Kitchens & Bathrooms

The kitchen and dining room are part of a larger renovation and extension that saw the rear of this home transformed from a small, dark, many-roomed space into a large, bright, open-plan family haven. With a goal to re-invent the home to better suit the needs of the owners, the designer needed to consider making alterations to many rooms in the home including two bathrooms, a laundry, outdoor pergola and a section of hallway. This was a large job with many facets to oversee and consider but, in Nouvelle’s favour was the fact that the company oversaw all aspects of the project including design, construction and project management. This meant all members of the team were in the communication loop which helped the project run smoothly. To keep the rear of the home light and bright, the designer choose a warm white finish for the cabinets and benchtop which was highlighted by the bright turquoise tiled splashback. The rear wall was moved outwards and given a bay window shape to create a larger space with expanses of glass to the doors and walls which invite the natural light into the home and make indoor/outdoor entertaining so easy. The laundry is a clever conversion of an existing outhouse and has given the structure a new lease on life. Stripped bare and re-fitted, the outhouse has been re-purposed to keep the historical exterior while provide a modern, functional interior. A new pergola adjacent to the laundry makes the perfect outside entertaining area and can be used almost year-round. Inside the house, two bathrooms were renovated utilising the same funky floor tile with its modern, matte finish. Clever design means both bathrooms, although compact, are practical inclusions which help this family during the busy morning rush. In considering the renovation as a whole, it was determined necessary to reconfigure the hallway adjacent to the downstairs bathroom to create a new traffic flow through to the kitchen from the front door and enable a more practical kitchen design to be created.

Modern Farmhouse Homestead

12/12 Architects & Planners

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.

custom fabricated trash pull out with supply storage incorporated, utilizing tou

DAJ Fine Woodworking

custom fabricated trash pull out
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen pantry in Portland Maine with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, bamboo floors and with island.

OH RENOVATION

User

This new kitchen design created a brilliant new layout allowing the owners to really enjoy their kitchen. The hot water cylinder was replaced by a gas hot water system . The cylinder cupboard was in the kitchen so this allowed the fridge to be place inside it, freeing up valuable space. The cupboard space was doubled and a new stream line design gave a feeling of more space.A much more enjoyable kitchen to work in.

Jeff's Kitchen

Bora&Co Construction

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island and brown floor.

1958 Ranch Kitchen Remodel in Altadena

MDB Design Group

The peninsula was enlarged to accommodate seating on the end and extends over a wine cooler next to the sliding door. The selection of the countertop color will impact the total design. Slabs of quartzite granite, with a beautiful veining of dark gray and blue-green, was selected for the countertops. The back splash was designed using tile in a hand-made subway shape. Mary Broerman, CCIDC

Mid-Century Mountain Home

Bauer Clifton Interiors

BAUER/CLIFTON INTERIORS
Small midcentury galley open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and a peninsula.

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.

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

5th Street, Bend

Dream Home Building and Design LLC

Tosnflies Photography
Design ideas for a small contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and with island.

Mid-Century Modern Kitchen

Darcy Bean Custom Construction Inc.

An entire wall of custom cabinets that retain the mid-century style of the originals. Buras Photography
Design ideas 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.

Lake Harding Kitchen

R LUCAS Construction and Design

R Lucas Construction and Design transformed the look and feel of this Lake Harding kitchen. The new space incorporates pieces from the past alongside modern appliances and amenities. The end result? A fresh, comfortable place to gather with family and friends. New kitchen features: Zebra bamboo flooring; knotty alder cabinets; custom extension table crafted with reclaimed pine that came out of the Chattahoochee River during whitewater course construction; new appliances; "secret" pantry area; pine board ceiling; exposed wood beams; recessed lighting; and custom stainless steel statement piece over downdraft cooktop. During the remodel, appliances were moved to make better use of the space.

The Blues

Jennifer Ryan Design

The old galley kitchen is gone! By removing the wall we were able to create an open floor plan and get a peninsula with eating space. There is a pantry, slide out appliance cabinet with power, and on the back side is another cabinet on the living room side.

Bellevue Midcentury Remodel

H2D Architecture + Design

The kitchen for this home was very outdated. The kitchen was relocated and redesign to take better advantage of the space available. Custom cabinetry was used for the kitchen, including many features specific to how the homeowner was planning to use the kitchen. This image shows the built-in vegetable baskets designed into the island. Design: Heidi Helgeson, H2D Architecture + Design Built by: Harjo Construction

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!