James Kruger, LandMark Photography Interior Design: Martha O'Hara Interiors Architect: Sharratt Design & Company
Large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, limestone benchtops, with island, dark wood cabinets, dark hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, brown floor, beige splashback, stone tile splashback and recessed-panel cabinets.

Modern Kitchen with Charisma - Winfield, IL

TKS Design Group

Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW Collaborations are typically so fruitful and this one was no different. The homeowners started by hiring an architect to develop a vision and plan for transforming their very traditional brick home into a contemporary family home full of modern updates. The Kitchen Studio of Glen Ellyn was hired to provide kitchen design expertise and to bring the vision to life. The bamboo cabinetry and white Ceasarstone countertops provide contrast that pops while the white oak floors and limestone tile bring warmth to the space. A large island houses a Galley Sink which provides a multi-functional work surface fantastic for summer entertaining. And speaking of summer entertaining, a new Nana Wall system — a large glass wall system that creates a large exterior opening and can literally be opened and closed with one finger – brings the outdoor in and creates a very unique flavor to the space. Matching bamboo cabinetry and panels were also installed in the adjoining family room, along with aluminum doors with frosted glass and a repeat of the limestone at the newly designed fireplace. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Carlos Vergara For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Kitchens

GOODFELLAS CONSTRUCTION

Classic vintage inspired design with marble counter tops. Dark tone cabinets and glass top dining table.
Large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige splashback, with island, marble benchtops, ceramic floors, a double-bowl sink, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances and beige floor.

Talbots Lane Kitchen

Refined Renovations

breakfast area, breakfast bar, island, eating area, kitchen island, hutch, storage, light cabinets, white cabinets, dark floor, quartzite, fusion, granite, stone, bar area, liquor storage, prep sink, cast iron, enamel, gray chair

This Alderwood Kitchen definitely has the Wow Factor !

Classic Kitchens Designs & Renovations Ltd.

chris@classickitchens.ca
This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Galatea

Spinnaker Development

Jeri Koegel
Design ideas for a contemporary open plan kitchen in Orange County with dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, flat-panel cabinets and a single-bowl sink.

The Arabella

Howard Torn Construction

Photo of a large mediterranean u-shaped separate kitchen in Miami with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, a drop-in sink, stone tile splashback, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

Street of Dreams Tuscan Villa

Inspired Interiors

Amoura Productions Sallie Elliott, Allied ASID Exclusively Faux
Design ideas for a large mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Omaha with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, granite benchtops and beige splashback.

Tuscan Custom Home on Golf Course

Jenkins Custom Homes

Large mediterranean l-shaped separate kitchen in Austin with glass-front cabinets, a drop-in sink, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island and beige floor.

mid-century modern kitchen

Neil Kelly Company

Modern materials were chosen to fit the existing style of the home. Mahogany cabinets topped with Caesarstone countertops in Nougat and Raven were accented by 24×24-inch recycled porcelain tile with 1-inch glass penny round decos. Elsewhere in the kitchen, quality appliances were re-used. The oven was located in its original brick wall location. The microwave convection oven was located neatly under the island countertop. A tall pull out pantry was included to the left of the refrigerator. The island became the focus of the design. It provided the main food prep and cooking area, and helped direct traffic through the space, keeping guests comfortable on one side and cooks on the other. Large porcelain tiles clad the back side of the island to protect the surface from feet on stools and accent the surrounding surfaces.

Kitchen

Laidlaw Schultz architects

Midcentury kitchen in Orange County with stainless steel appliances, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback and stone tile splashback.

Kitchens

Christopher Burton Homes, Inc.

Our custom homes are built on the Space Coast in Brevard County, FL in the growing communities of Melbourne, FL and Viera, FL. As a custom builder in Brevard County we build custom homes in the communities of Wyndham at Duran, Charolais Estates, Casabella, Fairway Lakes and on your own lot.

A dramatic whole-home transformation

Dover Home Remodelers

Design ideas for a large single-wall open plan kitchen in Cleveland with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, white benchtop and dark wood cabinets.

Rustic Kitchen in Hickory and Alder

Randall Cabinets & Design, Inc.

A custom kitchen in Rustic Hickory with a Distressed Painted Alder Island. Rich wood tones pair nicely with the lovely view of the woods and creek out the kitchen windows. The island draws your attention without distracting from the overall beauty of the home and setting.

New Construction Home

Harmonious Interiors by Tiffini

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Detroit with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Midwest Modern

Kitchens by Eileen

Photo of a kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and vaulted.

A 90’s Kitchen Gets a Sleek Transformation

Medford Remodeling

The first and most obvious change in the beautifully finished kitchen is the stunning new island. Removing the L-shaped bar around the perimeter of the kitchen along with the very small original island allowed ample space for this luxe showstopper. The new island provides plenty of workspace on it’s sleek, 4 ft x 9 ft Titanium Granite countertop, which also doubles as a seating area. Our clients are now able to host guests while preparing their meals without feeling removed from the conversation. This monster-sized beauty also houses additional hidden storage cabinets with adjustable shelving just behind the barstools and convenient storage drawers on the other side. You’ll also notice the elegant furniture-style Baroque posts that were installed on each end, creating a very custom, high-end look. Final photos by www.impressia.net

Utilzing Limited Apartment Space to Create a Gourmet Transitional Kitchen

Rochon New York

A newly renovated twenty-seven-unit apartment building in Astoria, New York partnered with Rochon New York. Despite limited space, the Rochon New York design team designed a transitional open and airy gourmet kitchen, which is perfect for cooking and entertaining. The countertops are white quartz. The backsplash is subway tiles. GE appliances were selected. The floor is hardwood. And the Rochon wood grain cabinets have a flat door with a handgrip for a modern look. Since Rochon is the manufacturer, there is never an additional charge for custom sizes or colors.

Crescent Ave. Project

Natural Selections LLC

Kitchen with large island and glass door wine refrigerator.
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Mississippi Modern

Projects Contemporary Furniture

Nathan Scott Photography
Large contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, glass sheet splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige splashback, black appliances and beige floor.

Kitchen with Dark Wood Cabinets and Beige Splashback 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!