Photo of a mid-sized beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, distressed cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, coloured appliances, light hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Fifth Avenue Apartment

Benjamin Andres Architekt

This is an example of a large scandinavian l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Mountain Mama

Locati Architects

Country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with distressed cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and coffered.

Green Hills Cottage

Fry Classic Construction, llc

Inspiration for an eclectic u-shaped kitchen in Nashville with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, window splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Hunt Country Homestead

Mastercraft Design Inc.

Set in the rolling hills of Virginia known for its horse farms and wineries, this new custom home has Old World charm by incorporating such elements as reclaimed barnwood floors, rustic wood and timewonn paint finishes, and other treasures found at home and abroad treasured by this international family. Photos by :Greg Hadley

Sunnyside Ridge

Aspen Design Room

This timelessly designed kitchen by the interior design team at Aspen Design Room is more than your average cooking space. With custom cabinetry, a massive oak dining table and lounge space complete with fireplace, this mountain modern kitchen truly will be the space to gather with family and friends.

Renew

Zola European Windows

This Boulder, Colorado remodel by fuentesdesign demonstrates the possibility of renewal in American suburbs, and Passive House design principles. Once an inefficient single story 1,000 square-foot ranch house with a forced air furnace, has been transformed into a two-story, solar powered 2500 square-foot three bedroom home ready for the next generation. The new design for the home is modern with a sustainable theme, incorporating a palette of natural materials including; reclaimed wood finishes, FSC-certified pine Zola windows and doors, and natural earth and lime plasters that soften the interior and crisp contemporary exterior with a flavor of the west. A Ninety-percent efficient energy recovery fresh air ventilation system provides constant filtered fresh air to every room. The existing interior brick was removed and replaced with insulation. The remaining heating and cooling loads are easily met with the highest degree of comfort via a mini-split heat pump, the peak heat load has been cut by a factor of 4, despite the house doubling in size. During the coldest part of the Colorado winter, a wood stove for ambiance and low carbon back up heat creates a special place in both the living and kitchen area, and upstairs loft. This ultra energy efficient home relies on extremely high levels of insulation, air-tight detailing and construction, and the implementation of high performance, custom made European windows and doors by Zola Windows. Zola’s ThermoPlus Clad line, which boasts R-11 triple glazing and is thermally broken with a layer of patented German Purenit®, was selected for the project. These windows also provide a seamless indoor/outdoor connection, with 9′ wide folding doors from the dining area and a matching 9′ wide custom countertop folding window that opens the kitchen up to a grassy court where mature trees provide shade and extend the living space during the summer months. With air-tight construction, this home meets the Passive House Retrofit (EnerPHit) air-tightness standard of

Bellclaire Renovation

Berghuis Construction LLC

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Photo of a large arts and crafts galley kitchen in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and light hardwood floors.

Cherry Creek French Country

Heirloom Wood Studio

Whether you're preparing a Thanksgiving feast or grabbing breakfast on the go as you whirl out the door to work, having a highly functional kitchen requires an upfront attention to design detail that borders on fanatical. That's why Colorado Fine Woodworks' kitchen cabinet projects include an in-depth discussion about how you actually use your kitchen. Left-handed or right-handed? Doors or drawers? Concealing or revealing? We ask all the questions, listen to your answers, take our own measurements onsite, create 3D drawings, manage installation, and collaborate with you to ensure even the smallest elements are carefully considered. And, of course, we also make it beautiful, whether your tastes tend toward traditional or contemporary, incorporating influences from elegant to rustic to reclaimed. Our work is: - exclusively custom, built EXACTLY to the specifications of your kitchen - designed to optimize every square inch, with no fillers or dead spaces - crafted to highlight or hide any feature you wish - including your appliances - thoughtfully and thoroughly plotted, from hinges to hardware

Riekse

Interior Exterior Designs Inc.

Tim Vrieling
Photo of a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Portfolio

Manasota Flooring - Kitchen & Bath Showroom

Large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, white splashback, coloured appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, granite benchtops, subway tile splashback and grey floor.

Modern Rustic Island Kitchen

Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.

This absolutely stunning cottage kitchen will catch your eye from the moment you set foot in the front door. Situated on an island up in the Muskoka region, this cottage is bathed in natural light, cooled by soothing cross-breezes off the lake, and surrounded by greenery outside the windows covering almost every wall. The distressed and antiqued spanish cedar cabinets and island are complemented by white quartz countertops and a fridge and pantry finished with antiqued white panels. Ambient lighting, fresh flowers, and a set of classic, wooden stools add to the warmth and character of this fabulous hosting space - perfect for the beautiful family who lives there!⠀

Walnut 1890 / Shadyside

Shelton Design//Build

Built and designed by Shelton Design Build Photo by: MissLPhotography
This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic galley open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Apartment AU

OPUS.AD

Marius Chira Photography
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Modern Shingle Style

Brinton Brosius Inc

Large transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

Mountain rustic

Black Rock Design | Build

Beautiful remodel of this mountainside home. We recreated and designed this remodel of the kitchen adding these wonderful weathered light brown cabinets, wood floor, and beadboard ceiling. Large windows on two sides of the kitchen outstanding natural light and a gorgeous mountain view.

Mark West Modern

Rock House Design

This is an example of a large modern l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Stainless Inset Dual Oven and Prep Sink

dRemodeling

Intended for meal prep and large events, the rear countertop and oven setup allow for its use to be separate to that of the circulation of the rest of the kitchen, allowing for less foot traffic, and uninterrupted usage.

DHT-15 Shabby Chic Home - Custom Home - Manitoba

Vogt Building Construction Inc.

Tristan Fast Photography
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Nashua, NH Kitchen Remodel

G. M. Roth Design Remodeling, Inc.

Small country galley eat-in kitchen in Manchester with a single-bowl sink, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, beaded inset cabinets, stone tile splashback and no island.

Kitchen with Distressed Cabinets and Light 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!