Design Objectives: Respect the home’s vintage feel while bringing the kitchen up to date Open up the kitchen area to create an open space for gathering and entertaining Upgrade appliances to top-of-the-line models Include a large island with seating Include seating for casual family meals in a space that won’t be a replacement for the adjacent formal dining room THE REMODEL Design Challenges: Remove a load-bearing wall and combine smaller rooms to create one big kitchen A powder room in the back corner of the existing kitchen was a huge obstacle to updating the layout Maintain large windows with views of the yard while still providing ample storage Design Solutions: Relocating the powder room to another part of the first floor (a large closet under the stairs) opened up the space dramatically Create space for a larger island by recessing the fridge/freezer and shifting the pantry to a space adjacent to the kitchen A banquette saves space and offers a perfect solution for casual dining The walnut banquette table beautifully complements the fridge/freezer armoire Utilize a gap created by the new fridge location to create a tall shallow cabinet for liquor storage w/ a wine cubby Closing off one doorway into the dining room and using the “between the studs” space for a tall storage cabinet Dish organizing drawers offer handy storage for plates, bowls, and serving dishes right by main sink and dishwasher Cabinetry backing up to the dining room offers ample storage for glassware and functions both as a coffee station and cocktail bar Open shelves flanking the hood add storage without blocking views and daylight A beam was required where the wall was removed. Additional beams added architectural interest and helped integrate the beams into the space Statement lighting adds drama and personality to the space THE RENEWED SPACE This project exemplifies the transformative power of good design. Simply put, good design allows you to live life artfully. The newly remodeled kitchen effortlessly combines functionality and aesthetic appeal, providing a delightful space for cooking and spending quality time together. It’s comfy for regular meals but ultimately outfitted for those special gatherings. Infused with classic finishes and a timeless charm, the kitchen emanates an enduring atmosphere that will never go out of style.

Mid Century Transitional Kitchen

Jarrell Signature Inc

Two-toned white and walnut kitchen. Mid Century Transitional Modern Kitchen with 3cm Taj Mahal quartzite countertops and gold accented hardware.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional eat-in kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, coloured appliances, ceramic floors, with island and grey floor.

Gold Pendant Lighting

Fratantoni Interior Designers

Modern Chic kitchen with gold pendant lighting, custom backsplash, and double islands with waterfall edge countertops.
Design ideas for an expansive modern u-shaped kitchen in Phoenix with a drop-in sink, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, coloured appliances, marble floors, multiple islands, grey floor, grey benchtop and coffered.

ЖК Ландыши

Anastasia Kovalchuk

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, coloured appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Barn conversion - Black & Magic Grey handle-less kitchen

Arlington Interiors

This is one of our recent projects, which was part of a stunning Barn conversion. We saw this project transform from a Cow shed, with raw bricks and mud, through to a beautiful home. The kitchen is a Kuhlmann German handle-less Kitchen in Black supermatt & Magic Grey high gloss, with Copper accents and Dekton Radium worktops. The simple design complements the rustic features of this stunning open plan room. Ovens are Miele Artline Graphite. Installation by Boxwood Joinery Dekton worktops installed by Stone Connection Photos by muratphotography.com Bespoke table, special order from Ennis and Brown.

Pointe la Croisette Cannes

Sandrine Viara Architecture d'Interieur

Mission complète : Conception de projet , suivi et coordination des travaux. Rénovation complète d’un studio de 40 m2 destiné à la location saisonnière Le cahier des charges imposait de conserver le sol en marbre, le canapé, la table basse et les portes des placards. • Conception de la cuisine, du meuble de salle de bain. • Création de la salle de bain • réfection et vitrification du sol en marbre • transformation et changement de la baie vitrée • aménagement complet de la terrasse • suppression des radiateurs et installation de la climatisation gainable réversible. • Aménagement des placards • Conception d’un claustra en bois et d’un cadre végétal stabilisé, sans entretien @sandrineviara Les propriétaires n’étant pas sur place au moment des travaux, la confection et la réalisation du projet ont été effectués entièrement à distance. photo @ Franck Minieri

Highbury House

Matt Gamble Photography

Inspiration for a small transitional galley eat-in kitchen in London with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, coloured appliances and grey floor.

Full Kitchen Remodel

Henrietta Heisler Interiors Inc

The objective of this luxury kitchen renovation was to transform a 30-year-old, closed off kitchen into a brighter, more contemporary working triangle with excellent storage space. We worked closely with our clients to create a plan for better flow and a more sophisticated ambiance for entertaining. For this renovation we added an island to an open floor plan, utilized luxury appliance, and added direct access to the outdoor patio space resulting in a stunning transformation that exceeded or clients’ expectations.

Cottage Kitchen With a Contemporary Twist

Kettle Co. Kitchens

Not every cottage kitchen needs to be traditional in design. Our designers are always looking to put a unique twist on a classic design and this charming cottage kitchen is no exception. This traditional kitchen features our Signature Cary kitchen door and is painted in a brooding Indigo blue. The contemporary twist is in the truly handleless door design, which is a wonderfully unique choice in such a traditional setting. As you can see from the photos, our client is planning on plenty of cooking so kitchen storage was always going to be an important aspect of the design. Pullout storage, floor-to-ceiling larder cupboards, and rustic wooden shelving all offer plenty of practical storage. To find out more about how we can combine contemporary features into traditional kitchen designs, come and visit us at our showrooms in Plymouth or St Austell, or book a safe virtual design appointment from the comfort of your home.

Beadboard on back of island.

Lisa Sladewski

Beadboard on back of island.
Mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, coloured appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen, Scullery, Pantry

Tim Moss

Emma Lewis
Inspiration for a country galley separate kitchen in London with with island, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, timber splashback, coloured appliances and grey floor.

Cheshire kitchen 2023

Diane Berry Kitchens

This luxury dream kitchen was the vision of Diane Berry for her retired clients based in Cheshire. They wanted a kitchen that had lots of worktop and storage space, an island and space for a TV and a couple of chairs and two dining tables one large for entertaining and a small area for casual dining for two to six. The design has an extra tall extension to help bring in a feeling of light and space, allowing natural light to flood to the back of the room. Diane used some amazing materials, the dark oak cross grain doors, Dekton concrete worktops and Miele graphite grey ovens. Buster and Punch pendant lights add the finishing touches and some amazing pieces of modern art add the personality of the clients. Super large format floor tiles bring a simple calm base for the room and help with the work factor of the fully mitred Dekton island, the angled knee recess for the bar stools draws in the angled ceiling and roof lights above the bookcase, and in this area Acupanel vertical timber wall neatly opens to allow access to service neatly concealed behind. Diane Berry and her team worked closely with Prime construction ltd who carried out the construction works, lots of hard work by many tradesmen brought this dream kitchen to fruition.

Eclectic Patterned Kitchen Tiles in Hexite

Fireclay Tile

Our bright blue patterned backsplash tile makes waves in this eclectic kitchen design. DESIGN Lindsey Engler Interiors, Springhouse Architects PHOTOS Kelly Ann Photography Tile Shown: Hexite in Glacier Bay

Kate Marker Leo Cottage Makeover with Big Chill Appliances

Big Chill

Chicago based designer Kate Marker mixed our Big Chill Slim Refrigerator in custom color Beige Red (#3012) and a 30” Classic Range in White with Brass Trim at the Leo Cottage in Union Pier, Michigan.

Quail Ridge

CRC Builders Inc.

Open kitchen with custom cabinets, open beam ceiling
Photo of an expansive country galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, coloured appliances, cement tiles, multiple islands, grey floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Onaga Gardens

Studio Collab

Custom kitchen design with yellow aesthetic including brown marble counter, yellow Samsung bespoke fridge, custom glass dining table and tile backsplash. White oak cabinets with modern flat panel design. Organic lighting silhouettes compliment the earthy aesthetic.

Portfolio

Manasota Flooring - Kitchen & Bath Showroom

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, white splashback, coloured appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, granite benchtops, subway tile splashback and grey floor.

Kitchen

Mid-sized open plan kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, laminate floors, with island and grey floor.

WALNUT MODERN KITCHEN DESIGN

Andre Bondarev

Mid-sized midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, coloured appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor, multi-coloured benchtop and coffered.

Lewiston ADU

HDR Remodeling Inc.

Design ideas for a small transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, open cabinets, wood benchtops, coloured appliances, no island, grey floor, brown benchtop and vaulted.

Kitchen with Coloured Appliances and Grey Floor 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!