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Mediterranean White Kitchen

Maraya Interior Design

Creamy white painted cabinetry with glaze coat. Porcelain Versaille pattern floor. Spanish tile backsplash. White! White painted cabinetry with white granite counters, and stone look tiles are featured in this Farmhouse Spanish / Moorish / Andalusian / kitchen. For the family's kids and all of their friends, a large island with wrought iron pendants and chandeliers. Maraya Interior Design created a new kitchen out of an old outdated space using white tile backsplashes and finding new porcelain tiles to match the old. Project Location: Thousand Oaks, California. Project designed by Maraya Interior Design. From their beautiful resort town of Ojai, they serve clients in Montecito, Hope Ranch, Malibu, Westlake and Calabasas, across the tri-county areas of Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles, south to Hidden Hills- north through Solvang and more.

Classic Painted Shaker

Distinctly Living

Bespoke hand painted shaker kitchen by Distinctly Living.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley open plan kitchen in Devon with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors and a peninsula.

Custom Kitchen Remodel

Tower Nine Kitchen & Bath Remodeling

Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Hidden Valley Road Remodel

Davis Design

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor, beige benchtop and exposed beam.

Farmhouse Views

Artisans of Devizes

This Jersey farmhouse, with sea views and rolling landscapes has been lovingly extended and renovated by Todhunter Earle who wanted to retain the character and atmosphere of the original building. The result is full of charm and features Randolph Limestone with bespoke elements. Photographer: Ray Main

Shaker style kitchen with large island

Culshaw Kitchen Makers

This handmade shaker style kitchen is handpainted in Plummet and Cornforth White. Featuring beautiful Beltrami BQS Siberia Worktop with New York edge detail on island. This kitchen features an overmantel and AGA as well as a built under Siemans convection oven for a combination of practicality and style. The kitchen features built in washing machine, dryer and dishwasher as well as clever storage including pull out larder units and spice and oil drawers. The cabinet nearest to the sink also features bi - fold pocket doors to house kettle, toaster and microwave combo oven. This kitchen perfectly compliments the country style of this handsome period property. Photo: Ian Hampson - www.icadworx.co.uk

Traditional Kitchen

Grenfell & Peplow

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional eat-in kitchen in West Midlands with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

MAISON BOURGEOISE

Maison Patronat- conseil en décoration et travaux

L'évier et le plan de travail sont en pierre de bourgogne. Le mur côté fenêtre est resté en pierres apparentes et l'ancienne fenêtre conservée pour donner du charme à cette cuisine.

Pure Glass Roof Light & Bifolding Doors for rear extension in East Horsley

Exact Architectural Glazing

Our clients in East Horsley had a vision for their new home, which involved a lot of research and planning as they undertook significant works. To create their new home, they chose to gut the property from top to toe, including updating electrics and plumbing, as well as adding a large rear extension to create a new open plan kitchen area. To create the light, bright and open space in the new kitchen, the extension features 2 sets of bifold doors on adjacent walls, allowing our clients to completely open up almost 6metres of wall space and enjoy the free flow access onto the garden and flood the room with fresh air and light. As well as the two sets of FD85® bifold doors, additional light was created in the kitchen by the addition of a large modular Pure Glass Flat Roof Light. With its minimal, sleek frame and aluminium beams, the Pure Glass Flat Roof Light creates a breath-taking centrepiece. Our clients matched the anthracite grey frame of the bifold doors for continuity between their glazing in the extension. If you’re researching a project and are feeling inspired by this transformation, why not give us a call on 01428 748255 to have a chat with one of our Project Managers.

Mansard Cottage, Ford

Closa

Adam Carter
This is an example of a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Wiltshire with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, limestone floors and no island.

Elevated Farmhouse Kitchen

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

Our client desired a bespoke farmhouse kitchen and sought unique items to create this one of a kind farmhouse kitchen their family. We transformed this kitchen by changing the orientation, removed walls and opened up the exterior with a 3 panel stacking door. The oversized pendants are the subtle frame work for an artfully made metal hood cover. The statement hood which I discovered on one of my trips inspired the design and added flare and style to this home. Nothing is as it seems, the white cabinetry looks like shaker until you look closer it is beveled for a sophisticated finish upscale finish. The backsplash looks like subway until you look closer it is actually 3d concave tile that simply looks like it was formed around a wine bottle. We added the coffered ceiling and wood flooring to create this warm enhanced featured of the space. The custom cabinetry then was made to match the oak wood on the ceiling. The pedestal legs on the island enhance the characterizes for the cerused oak cabinetry. Fabulous clients make fabulous projects.

Eirianfa

Unique Homestays

Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, limestone floors and beige floor.

Orchard Lake, MI Manor House, New Construction Kitchen

Cabinetry Studio by MainStreet

Soaring coffered ceilings add drama to this beautiful traditional kitchen. Paint glaze custom cabinets surround the dark wood islands creating a warm and inviting space that is efficient for both everyday family use and catered events.

Fully integrated refirgerator, pantry & range

M Studio

Remodel of kitchen. Removed a wall to increase the kitchen footprint, opened up to dining room and great room. Improved the functionality of the space and updated the cabinetry.

Indigo

Joseph Rodrigues Interiors

Expansive mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island and white benchtop.

Town & Country Mo-Traditional Topping Estate

Cure Design Group

After just moving to STL from Atlanta with her husband, triplets, and 4 rescue dogs...this client was looking for a sophisticated space that was a reflection of her love of Design and a space that kept in line with an overall budget. The Great Room needed to accommodate the daily needs of a family of 5 and 4 dogs.... but also the extended family and friends that came to visit from out of town. 2 CR Laine custom sofas, oversized cocktail table, leather updated custom wing chairs, accent tables that not only looked the part, but that were functional for this large family...no coasters necessary, and a plethora of pillows for cozying up on the floor. After seeing the potential of the home and what good Design can accomplish, we took to the Office and Dining Room. Using the clients existing furniture in the Dining, adding an updated metal server and an oversized Visual Comfort Lantern Light were just the beginning. Top it off with a deep navy high gloss paint color , custom window treatments and a light overdyed area rug to lighten the heavy existing dining table and chairs, and job complete! In the Office, adding a coat of deep green/gray paint to the wood bookcases set the backdrop for the bronze metal desk and glass floor lamps. Oversized tufted ottoman, and chairs to cozy up to the fire were the needed layers. Custom window treatments and artwork that reflected the clients love of golf created a functional and updated space. THE KITCHEN!! During our First Design phase, the kitchen was going to stay "as is"...but after completing a stunning Great Room space to accommodate triplets and 4 dogs, we knew the kitchen needed to compliment. Wolf appliances, Sub Zero refrigeration, custom cabinets were all a great foundation to a soon to be spectacular kitchen. Taj Mahal quartzite was just what was necessary to enhance the warm tones of the cabinetry and give the kitchen the necessary sustainability. New flooring to compliment the warm tones but also to introduce some cooler tones were the crescendo to this update! This expansive space is connected and cohesive, despite its grand footprint. Floating shelves and simple artwork all reflect the lifestyle of this active family. Cure Design Group (636) 294-2343 https://curedesigngroup.com/ Town & Country, MO

Wolsey Road - Kitchen Refurbishment

Coopers of Surrey Ltd

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Surrey with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island and beige floor.

Minerva Road

Metre Squared Architecture

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Levons Small Kitchen

Blue Lotus Designs

Design ideas for a small transitional single-wall separate kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, no island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen with Ceramic Splashback and Limestone 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!