Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor, white benchtop and wood.

Custom Log Retreat

Woodland Designs, Inc.

Inspiration for a country galley open plan kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop and wood.

Kerri's 1909 Cottage-Style Bungalow

Arciform

Inspiration for the kitchen draws from the client’s eclectic, cosmopolitan style and the industrial 1920s. There is a French gas range in Delft Blue by LaCanche and antiques which double as prep spaces and storage. Custom-made, ceiling mounted open shelving with steel frames and reclaimed wood are practical and show off favorite serve-ware. A small bank of lower cabinets house small appliances and large pots between the kitchen and mudroom. Light reflects off the paneled ceiling and Florence Broadhurst wallpaper at the far wall.

King Street

Kelly Ferm Inc.

Tuscan Style kitchen designed around a grand red range.
Design ideas for an expansive mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, travertine floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and wood.

KITCHEN REMODEL

Mammoth Projects

The kitchen renovation included simple, white kitchen shaker style kitchen cabinetry that was complimented by a bright, yellow, Italian range.
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, coloured appliances, a peninsula, granite benchtops, light hardwood floors, beige floor and wood.

Vibrant Vantage Point

Cushman Design Group

Contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Burlington with recessed-panel cabinets, orange cabinets, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop, vaulted and wood.

Traditional Chic Family Estate

Morning Star Builders LTD

Custom kitchen with retro Big Chill appliances
Country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and wood.

Removing the Wall Opens the Kitchen to the Living Room

Michael Norpell's Wall To Wall

By removing a wall, the kitchen was opened up to both the dining room and living room. A structural column for the building was in the middle of the space; by covering it in wood paneling, the column became a distinctive architecture feature helping to define the space. To add lighting to a concrete ceiling, a false ceiling clad in wood was designed to allow for LED can lights; the cove was curved to match the shape of the building. Hardware restored from Broyhill Brasilia furniture was used as cabinet pulls, and the unit’s original Lightolier ceiling light fixtures were rewired and replated.

Pisgah Forest Luxury Log Home

Judd Builders

Inspiration for a small country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, coloured appliances, with island, beige floor, beige benchtop and wood.

Mid-Century Modern Cabin

MYRA Studio

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and wood.

Modern Rustic Kitchen

Spectrum Design Group

Integrated coffee bar
Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, beige floor and wood.

Lonesomeville Pottery Studio & ADU

Shelter Solutions LLC - ADU Specialist

Small country l-shaped kitchen in Portland with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, tile benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, white benchtop, vaulted and wood.

Rosecrans Ave

Joseph Spierer Architects, Inc.

The Great Room showing a unified kitchen and living with all-glass doors connecting to the backyard.
Expansive contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, coloured appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and wood.

Refrigerator Run

Happy House Interiors, llc.

Blending the old with the new gives this space a timeless feel and adds character and soul.
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, terra-cotta splashback, coloured appliances, porcelain floors, no island, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop and wood.

Westmont Neighborhood Residence

Arroyo Seco Construction

This is an example of an u-shaped kitchen in Santa Barbara with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, coloured appliances, with island, multi-coloured floor, beige benchtop, vaulted and wood.

Дом у озера

Дизайн-студия "Двое"

Country open plan kitchen in Yekaterinburg with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, coloured appliances, with island, beige benchtop, exposed beam, vaulted and wood.

Maison de ville au style scandinave

April Moon - Cuisine & Mobilier

Une généreuse cuisine ouverte sur un séjour. Des couleurs chaudes et douces répondent au vert d'eau des éléments composant la pièce. Une cuisine pratique grâce à son retour d'ilot qui offre l'espace cuisson et l'espace repas.

Courtyard House

KOSS design+build, pllc

The main kitchen is a combination of real oak veneer and matte laminate cabinets. A textured wood ceiling delineates the kitchen area from the main living and dining areas. The raised area of the island is an oak cantilevered section that provides seating on each side.

Modern Rustic Kitchen

Spectrum Design Group

The existing peninsula was converted into a second island. This allowed us to keep the main sink in its original location and create better access to the family room space. Custom flooring was made to match the existing floor and blended in where the wall section was removed. Great care was taken to select finish materials that reflected understated luxury.

Kerri's 1909 Cottage-Style Bungalow

Arciform

There is a French gas range in Delft Blue by LaCanche and antiques which double as prep spaces and storage. Custom-made open shelving with steel frames and reclaimed wood are practical and show off favorite serve-ware. ARCIFORM paneled the ceiling, and Florence Broadhurst wallpaper graces the far wall. A refreshed existing bath sits just off the kitchen.

Kitchen with Coloured Appliances and Wood 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!