Kitchen, Lance Gerber Studios
Large midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, a peninsula, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

The Driftwood Project

Coastal Cabinet Works

Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and multiple islands.

The Ease of Entertaining

TOC design & construction inc.

TOC design There were many challenges to this kitchen prior to its makeover: Insufficient lighting, No traffic flow, Height of individual cooks, Low ceilings, Dark, Cluttered, No space for entertaining, Enclosed space, Appliances blocking traffic, Inadequate counter prep space. With so many problems there was only one solution - gut the space including the surrounding areas like the dining room and living rooms to be able to create an open concept. We eliminated the upper wall cabinets, installed extra windows to bring in the natural light, added plenty of lighting,( for task, general, and decorative aspects) We kept colors warm and light throughout, Created a wall of tall utility cabinets, incorporating appliances and a multitude of functional storage. Designed cabinets to blend into the space. By removing all existing surrounding walls and landing step a larger footprint was designed to house an oversize island with different heights for each cooks’ comfort, thus being able to pass through easily, giving a traffic flow space between 42” to 60”. The Island was designed for better entertainment, prep work and plenty of storage but taking into consideration to NOT over dominate the space and obtrude the line of site. The use of warm tone materials such as natural walnut is the key element to the space and by adding it to the niche area, it balances the contrast of the light colors and creates a richness and warmth to the space. Some of the special features used where: Hidden practical elements added to be very functional yet unobtrusive; ie: garage door to hide all small appliances, a step ladder hidden inside the toe kick, food processor lift ,basket tilt at sink area, pull out coffee station. All features require less bending and heavy lifting. Under mount LED strip lighting at lunch counter and Niche area, Enhances the area and gives a floating appearance. Wine service area for easy entertaining, and self service. Concealed vent system at cook top, is not only practical but enhances the clean line design concept. Because of the low ceiling a large over head hood would have broken up line of site. Products used: Millwork cabinets: The kitchen cabinets doors are made of a flat euro style MDF (medium density fiberboard) base polyurethane lacquer and a vertical glassing application. The Kitchen island cabinet doors are also made out of MDF – large stile shaker doors color: BM-HC-83 ( grant beige) and the lunch counter cabinet doors as well as accentuating elements throughout the kitchen are made in a natural walnut veneer. Mike Prentice from Bluerock Cabinets http://www.bluerockcabinets.com Quartz Countertops: Hanstone color: sandcastle supplied by Leeza Distribution of St. Laurent. http://www.leezadistribution.com Appliances: The GE monogram induction mirror 36” cooktop was supplied by J.C. Perreault - Kirkland as were all the other appliances. They include a 42” counter depth fridge, a 30” convection combination built-in oven and microwave, a 24” duel temperature wine cellar and 36” (pop-up) downdraft vent 900 cfm by KitchenAid – Architect series II http://www.jcperrault.com Backsplash porcelain tiles Model: city view Color: skyline gray supplied by Daltile of St. Laurent. http://www.daltile.com Lighting Four pendants provide the lighting over the island and lunch counter supplemented by recessed LED lighting from Shortall Electric Ltd. of St. Laurent. http://www.shortall.ca Flooring: Laminated Renaissance Hand scrapped color saddle oak is commercial-grade AC3 that can withstand the heavy traffic flow supplied by Taiga Forest Products of Boucherville. http://www.taigabuilding.com

Glass Tile Backsplash Honors Beach Living

Urbana Design Studio

We chose Island Stone glass tiles that give a subtle nod to the Capitola Beach vibe. We chose colors that perfectly match the Farrow & Ball Borrowed Light paint color. The Caesarstone countertops provide a durable, beautiful surface for the multitude of kitchen tasks. Kate Falconer Photography

Custom Storage Drawer House Special Knifes and Cooking Utensils

Urbana Design Studio

This custom designed drawer provides multiple storage options for silverware, and kitchen utensils Kate Falconer Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, yellow floor and white benchtop.

Artisan Showroom Display

Jon Tober - Designer at Artisan Kitchens and Baths

Jon Tober
Small modern galley kitchen pantry in New York with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Modern Vail

Sanctuary Kitchen and Bath Design

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Rustic Lodge Kitchen in Brighton, MI

Dream Kitchens

Design ideas for a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

SoPas Vintage Modern

KC Studio

Vintage modern-style kitchen inspired by the home owner's collection of Bauer-ware dishes that were inherited from her grandmother.
This is an example of a small modern galley separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen Manhattan Style

Zobel & Co. Kitchens

Kitchen and eating area are neat and compact. Reclaimed barn wood open shelving in the living area matches the cabinetry and creates an open feeling while providing space for dishes, books and nick-knacks. Photo by Chris Sanders

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

Aspen Homes- Antique White painted cabinets with Gray Stained Accents

Village Home Stores

Rustic Birch Koch Cabinetry's painted in the "White Drift" finish paired with Hickory wood accents in a "Stone" stain. "Calacatta Clasique" engineered Q Quartz tops and a Stainless Steel appliance suite by Whirlpool completes the design in this Bettendorf, IA home built by Aspen Homes LLC.

Single Family Loft

MILIEU

Photography: Tony Soluri
This is an example of a small country galley separate kitchen in Chicago with no island, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, coloured appliances, a farmhouse sink and porcelain floors.

CASA ANOIA

Riba Massanell, S.L.

Arquitecto: Josep Maria Pujol, Fotografo: Elisenda Riba, Dirección Obra: Riba Massanell, S.L., Construcción: Riba Massanell, S.L.
Design ideas for a mid-sized country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Barcelona with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island and timber splashback.

Natural Gray Kitchen - Dallas, TX

Kay Cosby Interiors

Historic homes are a hidden gem, and when this client approached me about remodeling her family home in one of the oldest neighborhoods in Dallas I knew we had a diamond in the rough. Under many layers of vinyl tile and plywood, the kitchen floors revealed pristine hardwoods waiting to be brought to life. An inefficient vintage kitchen had begun to break down and cramp the client's style and productivity. Mullioned windows obstructed the client's view and hindered her from connecting with nature. The detail elements such as soft arches transitioning from room to room were lost in a sea of white. This beloved home had become something it wasn't meant to be. Our goal was to help it welcome friends and family with open arms and provide a casual atmosphere in which to love, laugh and relax. We needed to transform it all; floors, walls, kitchen and bedrooms. We left no stone unturned until we had the perfect collaboration of traditional family heirlooms mixed in with a modern palette. New brown stained floors, grey European style cabinets, white quartz counters, textured backsplash tile, mullion free vinyl windows and an open floorplan modernized this kitchen while staying true to its natural roots. Neutral gray walls collaborate with dark accents in the arches to define their detail. Reupholstering the furniture in patterned fabrics updated each room to span the spectrum of traditional to modern. The curated collection of family antiques finished in new hues and newly acquired pieces create a space unique to and adored by this client. Photos by Zack Lewis of Showcase Photographers

Lake Viking Rustic Kitchen

Kitchen Studio: Kansas City

This amazing kitchen looks out over a beautiful lake. Before the kitchen didn't match the lake house feel and was lacking in functionality. After a complete redesign, and adding in elements such as the chopping block, large Pro refrigerator, Gas Range with a griddle and the stone surround around the range hood, this client has the kitchen of her dreams! Functional aspects hide in every cabinet, making this kitchen truly customized for the client.

New England Farmhouse

E S Johnson Builders, LLC

Serena Apostal studio i design
Photo of a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Charlotte with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Eva Renovation

Joseph Rodrigues Interiors

Mediterranean Inspired Design
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, with island and grey benchtop.

Clinton Main Level

D&G Construction

Beautiful open concept industrial style kitchen with a large island
Inspiration for a large industrial u-shaped kitchen in Denver with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Kitchen Remodel 2020, hutch

Karin Ross Designs

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Kansas City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen with Distressed Cabinets and Quartz Benchtops 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!