Jeff Cretcher
Traditional galley kitchen pantry in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Modern Kitchen Design

Bertazzoni

A white Bertazzoni 30" Master Series Range stands out alongside green cabinetry and a black tile backsplash in this unique, modern kitchen. Brass accents and cabinet pulls round out the space for a contemporary look with a bold color scheme. (Design: Ashley Gilbreath Design // Photo: Laurey Glenn)

Mid-Century Modern on a Budget

Rich Mathers Construction, Inc.

Carole Whitacre Photography
Photo of a large midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

21st Pl

Westmount Design homes, LLC

Photo of a transitional galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen

Frederick + Frederick Architects

John McManus Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized country galley open plan kitchen in Atlanta with medium wood cabinets, tile benchtops, yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, ceramic splashback, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Gordon Residence

Brechbuhler Architects

Karl Neumann
Design ideas for a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, limestone benchtops, yellow splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Shades Of Grey; Elegant Main Floor Kitchen Renovation

Dependable Renovations Ltd

Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Calgary with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a peninsula, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, yellow splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and dark hardwood floors.

Fort Greene

JMorris Design

Seth Caplan
Photo of a large eclectic open plan kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

El Sereno Residence

Hsu McCullough

The wood flooring wraps up the walls and ceiling in the kitchen creating a "wood womb": A complimentary contrast to the the pink and sea-foam painted custom cabinets, brass hardware, brass backsplash and brass island. Windows were intentionally placed on both ends of the kitchen to create a cozy space.

Shine on

kabi kitchen and bath cabinets

A place to prepare drinks and open wine bottles is intentionally located outside the kitchen's main traffic area. Integrated drawer pulls continue the kitchen's clean lines,

MEDALLION

Medallion Cabinetry

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Dramatic Transitional | Myers Park New Build

House of Nomad

Inspiration for a traditional l-shaped kitchen in Charlotte with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, yellow splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Bayside Victorian Kitchen

Renaissance Kitchen and Home

This newly construction Victorian styled Home has an open floor plan and takes advantage of it's spectacular oven view. Hand distressed cabinetry was designed to accommodate an open floor plan. The large center Island separates the work side of the kitchen but adds visual interest by adding open shelving to the back of the island. The large peninsula bar was added to hide a structural column and divides the great room from the kitchen.

Elegant Two Toned Kitchen

A la Carte Home Design

This elegant, traditional kitchen is warm and inviting. The clean lines mixed with curvy accents make you feel right at home! The glass transoms draw your eye up to the tall ceilings and the white cabinetry keeps it light and airy. Photo Credit: Holly Werner Images

Mid-Century Modern Ranch

Susan Jay Design

Hickory wood cabinetry, reclaimed Walnut counter and light fixtures from Spain create an aspiring chef's dream kitchen. Tom Bonner Photography
Mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, matchstick tile splashback, dark hardwood floors and with island.

2 Story Full Renovation - Arnold, MD

KB Lueck Building Consultants, LLC.

Design ideas for a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Baltimore with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Richmond

Threshold Design Lab

Mike Kaskel
Photo of a large traditional open plan kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, brick splashback, white appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

A Palo Alto Family Home

Kristina Wolf Design

Inspiration for a transitional eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Blue Kitchen

Modern Design Cabinetry

Modern Design Cabinetry
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and no island.

Handcrafted Luxury Log Home

Caribou Creek Log & Timber

Inspiration for an expansive country galley eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and beige benchtop.

Kitchen with Yellow 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!