A large new island was created with unique angles that allowed for access and storage from different parts of the kitchen.
Photo of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Hawaii with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, travertine floors, with island, beige floor, multi-coloured benchtop and coffered.

Kitchen Eating Bar

Living Radius Architecture & Interior Design Inc.

Kitchen Eating Bar.
Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white floor and grey benchtop.

COUNTRY BLING

Comer Custom Builders, LLC

Veggie sink prep area in kitchen island, hammered chrome sink
This is an example of a transitional kitchen in Other with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, granite splashback and porcelain floors.

KITCHEN REMODELING

BRUCE CONTRACTING COMPANY INC

WE REMOVE THE OLD CABINET AND REPLACE BRAND NEW CABINET
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Craftsman Kitchen Remodel 2017

Davis Kitchen & Tile

Craftsman style kitchen remodel Brazillian Tostado Granite countertops Hardwood floors Kohler Whitehaven Apron Front Double Bowl Sink-Almond farmhouse sink WoodMode Quartersawn Oak w/ Oxord Stain-Sonoma-Overlay

AMERICAN

Summers Design Group

New dwelling for a Cern physicist and Stanford professor with a third-story telescope and dome at the center of the dwelling. Telescope was supported by a large deep concrete pier, two-stories tall, to create a stable platform for imaging galaxies far far away. The dome was supported on a custom steel frame we designed, which allowed for full rotation, and imaging of the entire night sky.

Hope Kitchen

1st Choice Cabinetry Inc.

Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boise with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and beige floor.

Traditional Solid Timber Kitchen with Black Granite tops

Compass Kitchens

Traditional Solid Timber Kitchen with Black Granite tops
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, marble floors, no island, white floor, black benchtop and black appliances.

Genesi Dark

Coblan Italian Kitchen & Bath

Small modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Réunion de 2 appartements à l'Ile de la Cité

SWEET HOME PARIS

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, granite splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Sophisticated Sanctuary

Dangler Design

Glass display cabinets with interior lighting to highlight rare antiques and an extensive crystal glass collection, fulfilled a request that was high on the priority list.

The Temple

Hammerdown Home Reno. & General Construction Inc.

This project began with a classic honey oak kitchen that was in dire need of an update. We removed a wall, completely changing the flow and sightlines of the space. This required substantial rewiring and a full refinish of the ceiling for consistency throughout the main floor. The new kitchen is a gorgeous transformation into a dramatic and warm contemporary room. The dark stained maple cabinets set the tone, and natural granite is a showstopper here with a double waterfall island and slab backsplash. These clients recently had us return to complete their main bathroom and ensuite!

Contemporary - kitchen design

Karo and Co Interiors Ltd

Contemporary kitchen design for Studio -office in Central London. The compact space maximised with storage up to ceiling level, beautiful natural stone worktop and splash back, seamless look, with a cut in sink and bespoke natural wood stained wall panelling in ribbon effect. Kitchen lighting incorporated into the units and ceiling beautifully highlighting natural look of kitchen cabinets. Unique and hand picked floor design and tree-branch door handle in aged brass finish perfectly complementing the contemporary look of this kitchen design.

Casey Project

Panhandle Cabinets

Simple remodel, removing the old cabinets and replacing them with new. We did the cherry cabinets with a raised panel door and Ubatuba granite countertops.

Luxury Dark Black Modern Kitchen By Darash Collection

By Darash - Kitchen Cabinets, Vanities & Closets

Inspiration for a large modern galley eat-in kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, black floor and black benchtop.

Richardson's, Olympia, WA

Cabinets by Trivonna

Retired Pastry Chef and Husband were looking for their forever kitchen! We helped them create beautiful spaces using Rift White Oak with Folkstone Stain in the Avant Door Style. This kitchen includes Task undercabinet lighting, Moon White Granite with a Crescent Edge, Karran Quartz Sink in Concrete and a Bertazzoni Range hood to complement their other black finish appliances. These clients were such a pleasure to work with, they have become a part of our family!

Kitchen Update in Gorgeous Glenview Home

A Shade Modern LLC

Mid-sized traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor, beige benchtop and coffered.

Idyllwild Luxury

Ginger Rabe Designs, LLC

Luxury mountain home located in Idyllwild, CA. Full home design of this 3 story home. Luxury finishes, antiques, and touches of the mountain make this home inviting to everyone that visits this home nestled next to a creek in the quiet mountains.

Casey Project

Panhandle Cabinets

Simple remodel, removing the old cabinets and replacing them with new. We did the cherry cabinets with a raised panel door and Ubatuba granite countertops.

Traditional Custom Built-in Bar

D Higgins Construction

A perfect place for entertainment with great practical use. A small beverage fridge split between a wine cooler and a beverage fridge with a beautiful wine rack between the two upper glass cabinets.

Kitchen with Dark Wood Cabinets and Granite 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!