Photo of a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, cork floors, with island and brown floor.

The Glass Corner

David Small Designs

Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, panelled appliances, marble floors, with island and white floor.

Champions Area Remodel

Accent Cabinets

Mike Kaskel
Photo of an expansive traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors and with island.

Turn of the Century Kitchen Remodel

Spectrum Design Group

Cory Rodeheaver
Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped separate kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, cork floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

Mid-Century Modern Update

McCabe By Design LLC

Easy access was the mantra for this kitchen remodel project. Some of the features include the tandem pull-out trash and recycling bins and dual pull-out base pantries. Not photographed is the corner super susan, the pull-out shelves to the right of the prep sink, the tray dividers above the ovens and a custom pot lit holder above the refridgerator. Deep drawers to the right of the cooktop store pots, pans and lids while the shallower top drawer is perfect for cooking tools. A Kitchen That Works LLC

my art

tayyab

Our clients and their three teenage kids had outgrown the footprint of their existing home and felt they needed some space to spread out. They came in with a couple of sets of drawings from different architects that were not quite what they were looking for, so we set out to really listen and try to provide a design that would meet their objectives given what the space could offer. We started by agreeing that a bump out was the best way to go and then decided on the size and the floor plan locations of the mudroom, powder room and butler pantry which were all part of the project. We also planned for an eat-in banquette that is neatly tucked into the corner and surrounded by windows providing a lovely spot for daily meals. The kitchen itself is L-shaped with the refrigerator and range along one wall, and the new sink along the exterior wall with a large window overlooking the backyard. A large island, with seating for five, houses a prep sink and microwave. A new opening space between the kitchen and dining room includes a butler pantry/bar in one section and a large kitchen pantry in the other. Through the door to the left of the main sink is access to the new mudroom and powder room and existing attached garage. White inset cabinets, quartzite countertops, subway tile and nickel accents provide a traditional feel. The gray island is a needed contrast to the dark wood flooring. Last but not least, professional appliances provide the tools of the trade needed to make this one hardworking kitchen.

Farmhouse Kitchen Remodel | SF Kitchen Designer

Kimball Starr Interior Design

Modern farmhouse kitchen design and remodel for a traditional San Francisco home include simple organic shapes, light colors, and clean details. Our farmhouse style incorporates walnut end-grain butcher block, floating walnut shelving, vintage Wolf range, and curvaceous handmade ceramic tile. Contemporary kitchen elements modernize the farmhouse style with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertop, and cork flooring.

High Rise Living

i.fromkin interiors

Small kitchen with pure matte white lower cabinet doors and glass front upper doors give this small kitchen interest and style. Although compact, it is efficient and makes a big statement Peter Rymwid, photographer

Hill Country Ranch

Steve Tull European Cabinetry

This warm and comfortable kitchen is made using plain-sliced red oak. The counters are granite, the floor is cork. The design of the cabinetry is a combination of European-style overlay with flush inset. The designer and general contractor is CG&S Design/Build.

Still Designing After 43 Years

Wm Ohs Showrooms

Small transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback and marble floors.

Still Designing After 43 Years

Wm Ohs Showrooms

Inspiration for a small transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback and marble floors.

Dalmeny Rd

Martins Camisuli Architects

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, red splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island and marble floors.

NJ Kitchen with NYC View

Kuche+Cucina

Pedini high gloss white kitchen, with statuario white marble tops, waterfalls and a full backsplash. Ken Lauben
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback and marble floors.

White Park Road

Foster Custom Kitchens

Foster Customs Kitchens; Photos by Robyn Wishna
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional kitchen in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, panelled appliances, a farmhouse sink, white splashback, stone slab splashback and marble floors.

Gallery

Nordin Builders, Inc.

In-Law Unit Kitchen
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in San Francisco with cork floors, a single-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, subway tile splashback and brown floor.

Tansu Home

Mikiten Architecture

Extension of the kitchen toward the back yard created space for a new breakfast nook facing the owning sun. Cookbook storage is integrated into the bench design. Photo: Erick Mikiten, AIA

Chicago Condo Remodel

Normandy Remodeling

This gray transitional kitchen consists of open shelving, marble counters and flat panel cabinetry. The paneled refrigerator, white subway tile and gray cabinetry helps the compact kitchen have a much larger feel due to the light colors carried throughout the space. Photo credit: Normandy Remodeling

Ma'ar Darom

Building Solutions and Design, Inc

Photo credit: Peled Studios - http://www.houzz.com/pro/peledstudios Architect: Nadav Rokach Interior Design: Nadav Rokach Contractor: Rokach- Building Solutions and Design, Inc.

Severn River Modern kitchen

Allbright Bullock Architects

The thickness of the sapele wood kitchen countertop is expressed at the stone island counter. The existing ceilings were removed and replaced with exposed steel I-beam crossties and new cathedral ceilings, with the steel beams placed sideways to provide a cavity at the top and bottom for continuous linear light strips shining up and down. The full height windows go all the way to floor to take full advantage of the view angle down the hill. Photo by Lisa Shires.

Kitchen Remodel with Herringbone Cork Tile Design

Globus Cork

www.PrettyHandyGirl.com
Inspiration for a traditional kitchen in New York with cork floors.

Kitchen with Cork Floors and Marble 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!