This is a major, comprehensive kitchen remodel on a home over 100 years old. 14" solid brick exterior walls and ornate architraves that replicate the original architraves which were preserved around the historic residence.

Seaforth Family Home, Sydney, Australia

Georgina Wilson Associates

Natural timber beams and shelving ground the white colour scheme, while panelling and mesh cabinets add texture.
Inspiration for a contemporary open plan kitchen in Sydney with white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Sage Green Country Kitchen

Tom Howley

This sage green shaker kitchen perfectly combines crisp fresh colours and clean lines. This beautiful design is expertly planned and zoned to ensure everything is easy to reach, open storage creates a soft and beautiful kitchen ideal for everyday living. While the open storage takes care of the beautiful pieces you like to display, the hidden storage looks after the more practical aspects of a busy kitchen. We have incorporated an impressive pantry cabinet into this kitchen that holds a huge amount of food and all the necessary store cupboard staples.

The Strand House

Jordan Shields Design

Contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Seaforth

Northern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms

This is an example of a large beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, grey splashback, beige floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Tanner Place Residence

Pedini NW

This condo kitchen remodel completely transformed the space! We removed the builder-grade wood cabinetry that was originally installed in the building and put in sleek matte lacquer cabinets with Caesarstone countertops and full-height backsplash. The appliances also got an upgrade to a full Miele package! The wall on the left side of the island was originally solid and blocked the view of the space from the entry. We opened in up to become a "picture frame" wall since we couldn't remove the entire thing due to plumbing and electrical running through it. The result is a much brighter, open kitchen with far more storage!

Lake Forest Showhouse

Design Tuttoilmondo

The overall design was done by Ewa pasek of The ABL Group. My contribution to this was the stone specification and architectural details.
Inspiration for a small traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Chicago with quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, no island and white benchtop.

Scandi Boho Kitchen

Create Good Sinks

Warm, wooden, honey tones, matte black fixtures, and clean white counters and cabinets give this kitchen so much space and depth. Featured is our 46" ledge workstation sink. It is perfectly situated to prep, serve, and tackle dishes effortlessly.

LAMBER - Rénovation complète 150m2, Paris

Beau Intérieur

This is an example of a large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Paris with flat-panel cabinets, light hardwood floors, with island, an undermount sink, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances and white benchtop.

From 1950’s Teardown to Contemporary Standout

JTID Inc.

The kitchen which also features a walk-in pantry was seamlessly integrated into the main living space. Its sizable island sits four comfortably. Ample cabinet space is provided alongside the walls and in the island.

Weston Kitchen and Dining Remodel

Mint Development Group

That waterfall counter! Oversize kitchen island features gorgeous Calacatta Gold engineered quarts backsplash and counters. White and blue cabinets with gold hardware, stainless steel appliances, and midcentury modern touches.

West Linn Kitchen, Family and Dining Room

Double J Construction Inc dba Double J Renovations

Custom designed kitchen light above the island. Hand crafted light and cabinetry with appliance garage and sliding drawers. Custom partitians in drawers for spices, pan lids, knives, etc...

Fitzpatrick Kitchen Remodel

JDS Construction, LLC

Waypoint Painted Harbor and Homecrest Painted Onyx cabinets, Laza Nuevo Quartz countertops and full height backsplash, custom Copper Range hood, Sharp built-in microwave, 48" gas range, Palmetto Road Solid red oak hardwood 5" x 3/4", champagne bronze faucets, knobs, pulls, and light fixtures...all topped off with LED recess lighting, LED interior cabinet lighting, and LED under-cabinet lighting for the perfect space for the perfect meal for a family dinner.

Transitional 1st Floor Remodel in Villanova, PA

Rudloff Custom Builders

This light and airy kitchen is the definition of elegance. It has white shaker cabinets with satin gold pulls topped with white quartz counters. The matching white quartz backsplash provides a clean look. The center piece of the room is the large island! With seating for four, the deep blue island is loaded with storage and has a drawer microwave. For a special touch on the white quartz counter, we used an extra thick quartz slab. The striking gold pendants are from Ferguson Lighting. The eating area connected to the kitchen is filled with light courtesy of the numerous windows and a set of French doors. The vaulted ceililng contributes to the airy feeling of the space. Sleek and contemporary, this beautiful home is located in Villanova, PA. Blue, white and gold are the palette of this transitional design. With custom touches and an emphasis on flow and an open floor plan, the renovation included the kitchen, family room, butler’s pantry, mudroom, two powder rooms and floors. Rudloff Custom Builders has won Best of Houzz for Customer Service in 2014, 2015 2016, 2017 and 2019. We also were voted Best of Design in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 which only 2% of professionals receive. Rudloff Custom Builders has been featured on Houzz in their Kitchen of the Week, What to Know About Using Reclaimed Wood in the Kitchen as well as included in their Bathroom WorkBook article. We are a full service, certified remodeling company that covers all of the Philadelphia suburban area. This business, like most others, developed from a friendship of young entrepreneurs who wanted to make a difference in their clients’ lives, one household at a time. This relationship between partners is much more than a friendship. Edward and Stephen Rudloff are brothers who have renovated and built custom homes together paying close attention to detail. They are carpenters by trade and understand concept and execution. Rudloff Custom Builders will provide services for you with the highest level of professionalism, quality, detail, punctuality and craftsmanship, every step of the way along our journey together. Specializing in residential construction allows us to connect with our clients early in the design phase to ensure that every detail is captured as you imagined. One stop shopping is essentially what you will receive with Rudloff Custom Builders from design of your project to the construction of your dreams, executed by on-site project managers and skilled craftsmen. Our concept: envision our client’s ideas and make them a reality. Our mission: CREATING LIFETIME RELATIONSHIPS BUILT ON TRUST AND INTEGRITY. Photo Credit: Linda McManus Images

CLASSIC MODERN KITCHEN

Home Dot Designs

The only thing that stayed was the sink placement and the dining room location. Clarissa and her team took out the wall opposite the sink to allow for an open floorplan leading into the adjacent living room. She got rid of the breakfast nook and capitalized on the space to allow for more pantry area.

Beach Getaway

Seacliff Construction & Design

The homeowners envisioned a family vacation spot — just steps from the sand — with the ability to accommodate up to 14 guests. We designed a whole-home remodel, transforming upstairs rooms into an open, modern kitchen kitchen and a great room for entertaining. Bunk beds and built-ins maximize the sleeping spaces. Now, three generations can enjoy the beach together!

Pacific NW Modern Dwelling

User

Clean lines and warm tones abound in this deliciously modern kitchen with hardworking stainless-steel appliances. The alder cabinetry is stained a warm honey tone. Off-white quartz countertops cap the perimeter cabinets and climb the backsplash creating a seamless look. An extra thick countertop of the same material covers the island and waterfalls to the floor on one end. A handsome hammered bronze prep sink is paired with a faucet in a gunmetal finish by Watermark Designs.

Contemporain Cuisine

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with an integrated sink, light wood cabinets, white splashback, beige floor, beaded inset cabinets, quartzite benchtops, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, no island and white benchtop.

Hudson River Views

Darci Hether New York

With four bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms, and a revamped family room, this gut renovation of this three-story Westchester home is all about thoughtful design and meticulous attention to detail. The kitchen was also opened up to embrace an open-concept layout, seamlessly merging with the dining and living areas. Neutral tones, ample storage, and a functional design define this inviting space. --- Our interior design service area is all of New York City including the Upper East Side and Upper West Side, as well as the Hamptons, Scarsdale, Mamaroneck, Rye, Rye City, Edgemont, Harrison, Bronxville, and Greenwich CT. For more about Darci Hether, see here: https://darcihether.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://darcihether.com/portfolio/hudson-river-view-home-renovation-westchester

winter park mountain home

jennifer rhode design

Photo of a large country l-shaped kitchen in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, wood, an undermount sink, quartz benchtops and engineered quartz splashback.

Kitchen with Engineered Quartz Splashback and White Benchtop 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!