This is an example of a beach style l-shaped kitchen in Grand Rapids with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Alma Residence

Architelle Architecture & Interior Design

The new kitchen has been installed within a generous, light filled space that was once a large open verandah. The kitchen, designed by Studio Gorman, has a robust scale and parred back traditional details, that are softened with shimmering mother of pearl tiles. The design is a contemporary reflection of the character of this substantial Victorian home. Interior design by Studio Gorman Photograph by Prue Ruscoe

Industrial Kitchen Design Ideas

Everingham Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized industrial single-wall eat-in kitchen in Columbus with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, black floor and black benchtop.

Timeless Traditional White Kitchen

Noah & Lilly Kitchen Design

Photo of a mid-sized traditional eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and shaker cabinets.

The Chatham Project Kitchen

Lisa Fleming Design

Inspiration for a traditional u-shaped kitchen in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Mid Century Modern Remodel

Kelly Martin Interiors

This remodel was located in the Hollywood Hills of Los Angeles.
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Kirkland, Kitchen

TBH Sterling Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Leesburg, VA

WellCraft Kitchen and Bath

This is an example of a large modern eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Projects

HU-690461790

Inspiration for a transitional u-shaped kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, green splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Ballard Residence

Alair Kirkland

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen pantry in Seattle with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Refined Transitional

John McClain Design

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orlando with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Downtown Remodel

Aspen Design Studio

Design ideas for a country kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Brass, Black & Cherry Kitchen

Bath + Kitchen

Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with with island, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, white appliances, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

築80年の古民家

アルフレッシュ

シンプルなステンレスキッチン「サンワカンパニー」を選ばれました。無駄を削ぎ落とした装飾ないデザインが使いやすく、キッチンに端正な上質感をもたらします。
Small asian single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, stainless steel appliances and exposed beam.

Flatiron NYC Condominium

YZDA | Yoshida + Zanon Design Atrium

Daniel Wang Photography
Contemporary u-shaped kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Wimberley Southwestern Retreat

Jennifer Garner Interiors

Southwestern Kitchen featuring granite countertop, custom chimney style vent hood in plaster finish, hand painted ceramic tile backsplash Photography: Michael Hunter Photography

Traditional Kitchen

Photo of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, white appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Grayhawk Group Custom Homes Model in St. Louis

Wilson Lighting

Large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in St Louis with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Ski Basin

Dybdahl Design Group

Designer: Paul Dybdahl Photographer: Shanna Wolf Designer’s Note: One of the main project goals was to develop a kitchen space that complimented the homes quality while blending elements of the new kitchen space with the homes eclectic materials. Japanese Ash veneers were chosen for the main body of the kitchen for it's quite linear appeals. Quarter Sawn White Oak, in a natural finish, was chosen for the island to compliment the dark finished Quarter Sawn Oak floor that runs throughout this home. The west end of the island, under the Walnut top, is a metal finished wood. This was to speak to the metal wrapped fireplace on the west end of the space. A massive Walnut Log was sourced to create the 2.5" thick 72" long and 45" wide (at widest end) living edge top for an elevated seating area at the island. This was created from two pieces of solid Walnut, sliced and joined in a book-match configuration. The homeowner loves the new space!! Cabinets: Premier Custom-Built Countertops: Leathered Granite The Granite Shop of Madison Location: Vermont Township, Mt. Horeb, WI

Estacada House

Jessica Helgerson Interior Design

This is an example of a mediterranean u-shaped kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Kitchen with Dark Hardwood Floors 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!