Large traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, metallic splashback, metal splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, marble benchtops and brown floor.

Rookwood - Traditional Estate

Visbeen Architects

Builder: J. Peterson Homes Interior Designer: Francesca Owens Photographers: Ashley Avila Photography, Bill Hebert, & FulView Capped by a picturesque double chimney and distinguished by its distinctive roof lines and patterned brick, stone and siding, Rookwood draws inspiration from Tudor and Shingle styles, two of the world’s most enduring architectural forms. Popular from about 1890 through 1940, Tudor is characterized by steeply pitched roofs, massive chimneys, tall narrow casement windows and decorative half-timbering. Shingle’s hallmarks include shingled walls, an asymmetrical façade, intersecting cross gables and extensive porches. A masterpiece of wood and stone, there is nothing ordinary about Rookwood, which combines the best of both worlds. Once inside the foyer, the 3,500-square foot main level opens with a 27-foot central living room with natural fireplace. Nearby is a large kitchen featuring an extended island, hearth room and butler’s pantry with an adjacent formal dining space near the front of the house. Also featured is a sun room and spacious study, both perfect for relaxing, as well as two nearby garages that add up to almost 1,500 square foot of space. A large master suite with bath and walk-in closet which dominates the 2,700-square foot second level which also includes three additional family bedrooms, a convenient laundry and a flexible 580-square-foot bonus space. Downstairs, the lower level boasts approximately 1,000 more square feet of finished space, including a recreation room, guest suite and additional storage.

White Farmhouse Kitchen

GJK Building & Remodeling

Design ideas for an expansive country eat-in kitchen in Charlotte with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Brooklyn Carriage House

Kevin Dakan Architect

Francis Dzikowski
Large midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Highland Park

Clearcut Construction, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized asian l-shaped open plan kitchen in Raleigh with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Sophisticated Second Home

McPhee Associates of Cape Cod

Inspiration for a beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and blue benchtop.

Contemporary Lakehouse

Francesca Owings Interior Design

Kitchen
Photo of a country galley kitchen in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Retirement Bliss

Knight Architects LLC

This beautiful kitchen keeps in line with the light, open vibe. White tiles in a herringbone pattern on the backsplash add textural interest to a monochromatic theme. The glass front cabinet doors give you some more architectural detail as do the shiny appliances to add some sparkle.

Naturally Luxe

Mike Schaap Builders

The most notable design component is the exceptional use of reclaimed wood throughout nearly every application. Sourced from not only one, but two different Indiana barns, this hand hewn and rough sawn wood is used in a variety of applications including custom cabinetry with a white glaze finish, dark stained window casing, butcher block island countertop and handsome woodwork on the fireplace mantel, range hood, and ceiling. Underfoot, Oak wood flooring is salvaged from a tobacco barn, giving it its unique tone and rich shine that comes only from the unique process of drying and curing tobacco. Photo Credit: Ashley Avila

10 Windy Hill

Connecticut Heritage Homes Inc

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall open plan kitchen in New York with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and a farmhouse sink.

Kitchen Sink

Lasley Brahaney Architecture + Construction

A closer look at the sink area gives you a better view of the white Carrara marble counter tops and windows overlooking the outdoor gardens. The white pendant lights are the perfect touch to enhance this space.

Beverly Hills, CA

KES Studio

Interiors by SFA Design Photography by Meghan Beierle-O'Brien
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with glass-front cabinets, marble benchtops, marble splashback, a double-bowl sink, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Harlem Loft

One to One Studio

A modern mix of charcoal grey stain and antique wire glass cabinets with a black farm sink combine with a walnut kitchen island for a warm and hard working kitchen. The dark palette adds drama but was actually a solution to mitigate nighttime reflections on the opposite windows that had ruined the view. Designed and photographed by Clare Donohue / 121studio

Manhattan Valley Apartment

Delson or Sherman Architects pc

Catherine Tighe
This is an example of an eclectic galley open plan kitchen in New York with medium wood cabinets, with island, brown floor, glass-front cabinets, green splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors and black benchtop.

Kitchens

Hinkley

Hinkley Lighting's Meridian pendants.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Cleveland with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Auburn + Grace

Clark + Aldine

This is an example of a modern galley eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Austin, TX - AG&M Statuario Quartzite - Kitchen

Blue Label Granite

Beautiful 3 CM Statuario Quartzite island, perimeter counter tops, and full backsplash from Architectural Granite and Marble paired with stainless steel appliances and black exposed farmhouse sink. Fabrication and installation by Blue Label Granite in Buda, TX.

Timeless Fusion

Interiors by Popov

John Granen Photography
Photo of a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Monaghan

Artistic Stone Design

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Splendid Kitchen Magesty

Lustig Custom Cabinets

Paint & glaze cabinetry adorns the perimeter while a custom blended stain maple makes up the island & beverage center. All are topped with Cambria's Brittanica. Mandi B Photography

Kitchen with Glass-front Cabinets and Brown Floor 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!