Large mediterranean open plan kitchen in Orlando with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, multiple islands and white benchtop.

Tucson Kitchen

GJJJB LLC

Kitchen Remodel After Photos. Custom counter stools made with Revolution Leather from The Leather Hide Store. Accessories from The Collector's House in Scottsdale

Modern French Provincial

Kristin Hoaglund Design

This beautiful French Provincial home is set on 10 acres, nestled perfectly in the oak trees. The original home was built in 1974 and had two large additions added; a great room in 1990 and a main floor master suite in 2001. This was my dream project: a full gut renovation of the entire 4,300 square foot home! I contracted the project myself, and we finished the interior remodel in just six months. The exterior received complete attention as well. The 1970s mottled brown brick went white to completely transform the look from dated to classic French. Inside, walls were removed and doorways widened to create an open floor plan that functions so well for everyday living as well as entertaining. The white walls and white trim make everything new, fresh and bright. It is so rewarding to see something old transformed into something new, more beautiful and more functional.

Port Royal

Jinx McDonald Interior Designs

This is an example of a large beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Sofronas Residence

Altera Landscape

Landscape Design: AMS Landscape Design Studios, Inc. / Photography: Jeri Koegel
Inspiration for a large contemporary eat-in kitchen in Orange County with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, multiple islands, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Rustic Elegance Custom Home

J Marhofer Construction Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, multiple islands, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Beach View Custom Home

Patterson Custom Homes

Ryan Garvin
Inspiration for a beach style galley kitchen in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands and brown floor.

Kitchens by Argue Custom Homes

Argue Custom Homes

Expansive mediterranean u-shaped kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances and multiple islands.

European Influenced Craftsman Home

Two Hands Interiors

A custom copper hood, hand painted terra-cotta tile backsplash, wooden beams and rich Taj Mahal quartzite counters create a sophisticated and comfortable kitchen. With double islands, plenty of prep space, and a built-in bar area, this kitchen is ideal for entertaining.

Modern Manhattan Beach

Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP

Large beach style open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, multiple islands, beige benchtop, dark wood cabinets and beige floor.

Orange County Contemporary Home

Roy Miller Painting, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, multiple islands and beige floor.

Riverfront Resort

Browdy & Browdy

Design ideas for a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Jacksonville with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Kodiak Trail

Glynis Wood Interiors

Fine Focus Photography
Inspiration for a mediterranean u-shaped kitchen in Austin with multiple islands, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets and multi-coloured splashback.

Casa SF

365Architetti

This is an example of a large l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Venice with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, marble splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands and recessed.

Kitchens

Putnam Design, LLC

This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands and beige floor.

Woodside

Heller & Associates

Modern kitchen in Detroit with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Cranford-New Construction- Residential Project

CP Design

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley open plan kitchen in New York with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, multiple islands, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink and medium hardwood floors.

Beauty through Design

Kitchens By Clay

Cabinetry designed by Clay Cox, Kitchens by Clay, Naples, FL. Photos: Giovanni Photography, Naples, FL.
Large contemporary kitchen in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands, an undermount sink and mosaic tile splashback.

Charlestown Drive Residence

Mohment

On a corner lot in the sought after Preston Hollow area of Dallas, this 4,500sf modern home was designed to connect the indoors to the outdoors while maintaining privacy. Stacked stone, stucco and shiplap mahogany siding adorn the exterior, while a cool neutral palette blends seamlessly to multiple outdoor gardens and patios.

Mulholland - Beverly Hills

Pennco Construction

Expansive mediterranean single-wall open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, panelled appliances, travertine floors, multiple islands, mosaic tile splashback and dark wood cabinets.

Kitchen with Dark Wood Cabinets and multiple Islands 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!