Photo of a large traditional l-shaped kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, beige splashback, travertine splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Additions and Renovation - Oley, PA

Peter Zimmerman Architects

Tom Crane
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, travertine splashback, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Tuscan style

Providential Custom Homes

Design ideas for a large mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Rustic Charmer

Kitchen Choreography

Jason Hulet Photography
Design ideas for a large country u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, red splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and travertine splashback.

Contemporary Traditional Kitchen Update

Heartland Building & Design

Bright and Airy Kitchen Update
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

The Dunes Club - Wildwood Dunes

CRG Companies

Design ideas for a large l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, beige benchtop and vaulted.

Temecula distressed black island Walnut butcher block top

Art Of Woodworking

A.X.Elliott Distressed black custom Island housing a trash compactor, microwave, and sink. Featuring Black Walnut Counter top and stainless Steel appliances. Custom carved corners and cabinet feet.

Marlton Classic White Kitchen

Cabinettree Design Studio

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Kitchen / Family Room

The Decorating Therapist

The kitchen, although medium size, feels larger because it is open to the family room and separated from the breakfast area by the large island. Design: Carol Lombardo Weil; Photography: Tony Cossentino, WhytheFoto.com

Trotter Run

Kitchens by Design Firm

Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and green benchtop.

Marshall Kitchen Remodel

Home Sweet Home Improvements LLC

Home Sweet Home Improvements, LLC
Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Tudor Addition Renovation 1

New Leaf Collaborative Architecture & Design

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Magnificent Tuscan-inspired Villa

Elisabetta Mariotti

Italy's fabled Tuscany region is legendary for its beauty, food and wine culture, and distinctive architecture—a rustic mix of natural, sunny hues and textures that's reflected in this Tuscan-inspired Kitchen transformation filled with earthy color, charming patterns, and rustic patinas. The earthy texture plays off the glazed finish of the custom cabinetry and the smooth dark granite countertops to create visual interest. Whimsical classical patterned tiles behind the range and the perimeter walls, coordinated to the sun-kissed brick walls, serve as a dramatic backdrop to the light-colored neutral cabinetry.

Medallion Cabinetry Products

Larry Palmer Cabinets

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

The Uplands

Brenda Motter Interiors LTD

Photographer: Calgary Photos Builder: www.timberstoneproperties.ca
Design ideas for a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Calgary with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, panelled appliances, with island, dark hardwood floors and travertine splashback.

Beachwood Kitchen

Tina Colebrook Architect

This renovation was for a family whose Kitchen is the heart of the home. The project goals were to create a warm, inviting space, comfortable for entertaining and every day use. Highlights of the Kitchen include the custom copper range hood and copper backsplash, beautiful distressed cream cabinetry and a built-in banquette overlooking the Magothy River. Photography: Michael McLaughlin

3 kings condo re-fresh

Shearer Designs

Rustic kitchen with leathered granite countertops, alder cabinets and black cabinet accents. Viking appliances, wood counter stools, exposed wood beams, hardwood floors, SW Shoji white paint.

Our Work

Kitchen Encounters

Design ideas for a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and black benchtop.

Project Gallery

Jericho

Photo of a large traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Kansas City with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Complete Kitchen Remodels

Empire Remodeling & Design, Inc.

Photo of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with granite benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, travertine splashback, dark hardwood floors and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen with Travertine Splashback and Dark Hardwood 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!