Photo of a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Hillside Duplex

Blackheart Millwork

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop, stainless steel appliances and dark hardwood floors.

ADU - High ceiling guest unit in Burbank

Metropolis Drafting and Construction Inc

ADU (Accessory dwelling unit) became a major part of the family of project we have been building in the past 3 years since it became legal in Los Angeles. This is a typical conversion of a small style of a garage. (324sq only) into a fantastic guest unit / rental. A large kitchen and a roomy bathroom are a must to attract potential rentals. in this design you can see a relatively large L shape kitchen is possible due to the use a more compact appliances (24" fridge and 24" range) to give the space even more function a 24" undercounter washer/dryer was installed. Since the space itself is not large framing vaulted ceilings was a must, the high head room gives the sensation of space even in the smallest spaces. Notice the exposed beam finished in varnish and clear coat for the decorative craftsman touch. The bathroom flooring tile is continuing in the shower are as well so not to divide the space into two areas, the toilet is a wall mounted unit with a hidden flush tank thus freeing up much needed space.

Lakeside Estate

Stephen Shutts Design

Photo of a l-shaped kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and wood.

Cozy & Cute Tiny House

Parlour & Palm

A modern-meets-vintage farmhouse-style tiny house designed and built by Parlour & Palm in Portland, Oregon. This adorable space may be small, but it is mighty, and includes a kitchen, bathroom, living room, sleeping loft, and outdoor deck. Many of the features - including cabinets, shelves, hardware, lighting, furniture, and outlet covers - are salvaged and recycled.

The Oasis Tiny Home Kitchen

Paradise Tiny Homes LLC

This coastal, contemporary Tiny Home features a warm yet industrial style kitchen with stainless steel counters and husky tool drawers and black cabinets. The silver metal counters are complimented by grey subway tiling as a backsplash against the warmth of the locally sourced curly mango wood windowsill ledge. The mango wood windowsill also acts as a pass-through window to an outdoor bar and seating area on the deck. Entertaining guests right from the kitchen essentially makes this a wet-bar. LED track lighting adds the right amount of accent lighting and brightness to the area. The window is actually a french door that is mirrored on the opposite side of the kitchen. This kitchen has 7-foot long stainless steel counters on either end. There are stainless steel outlet covers to match the industrial look. There are stained exposed beams adding a cozy and stylish feeling to the room. To the back end of the kitchen is a frosted glass pocket door leading to the bathroom. All shelving is made of Hawaiian locally sourced curly mango wood. A stainless steel fridge matches the rest of the style and is built-in to the staircase of this tiny home. Dish drying racks are hung on the wall to conserve space and reduce clutter.

828

The PRG Group

Design ideas for a country kitchen in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Guest-ready kitchen, lounge & bar

Tracey Stephens Interior Design Inc

The back of this house was reconfigured to create one large open space. The old kitchen was relocated from the center of the space to the far end, switching locations with the dining room. Now there's plenty of room for friends & family to hang out at the island, lounge area or dining table. Very popular for game night!

ShelfGenie Full Kitchen

ShelfGenie of Central & Coastal VA

Kitchen overview with ShelfGenie solutions on display.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Richmond with an undermount sink, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Capitol Hill

Heidi Caillier Design

Inspiration for a traditional galley separate kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Heights Road

JK interior living

Large transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

North Carolina Handcrafted Log Home - Lake Gaston Residence

M.T.N Design

The neutral colored cabinets in this kitchen are a beautiful contrast to rich log walls and post-and-beam framing. Produced by: PrecisionCraft Log & Timber Homes. Image Copyright: Roger Wade Studio

Weddington, NC- Main floor renovation-Kitchen

Leslie Williams Interior Design

This Old World Style house received a total transformation to bring it up to date! The client is loving the new fresh, brighter look! We also added wooden ceiling beams to give it a homey feel. Loving the sparkle in the shiny subway tile and the herringbone pattern.

Roscoe Village Kitchen Remodel

Guided Design Cabinetry & Interiors

Beautiful kitchen remodel in Roscoe Village. We designed this project to go with the design of the existing house and to totally refresh the kitchen and attached living space. We used distressed cherry hardwood with a warm stain color for the island, not only for looks, but also for durability.

Kitchen Remodel - Rhinebeck, NY

TEKRA Builders

Blue shaker cabinets (Sherwin Williams: Moscow Midnight) with beveled subway tile backsplash and white engineered quartz countertops. Wall mount, double oven with cooktop and stainless freestanding range hood

Zen Micro Cabin

CIRCLE Design Studio

Design ideas for a small contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, brown floor, grey benchtop, dark wood cabinets, mosaic tile splashback and dark hardwood floors.

White German style kitchen

Walrow kitchens

This extra worksurface, disguised as a drawer, has been in daily use by our customer. Great for when you're cooking up a storm and you run out of space! We love clever storage solutions and extra finishing touches.

It's In The Details- Full Home Design

Window Treats Inc.

This is an example of a large beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

ASID DESIGN EXCELLENCE Silver award for CONTEMPORARY KITCHEN

Design Theory Interiors, LLC

Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Atlanta with flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, an undermount sink, black cabinets and dark hardwood floors.

Open Floorplan Living

Normandy Remodeling

A beautiful open floor plan kitchen with direct access to the dining and living room. It features a show-stopping 9 foot long navy center island with white perimeter cabinetry!

Kitchen with Dark Hardwood Floors and Laminate 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!