Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Rome with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Kitchen Island Custom Drawer

Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly, Inc. (CKD, CBD, CR)

For this Vermont home, the family wanted an open kitchen concept where they could have a fire crackling in the hearth while they cook and watch kids play board games at the dining table. They knew they wanted a kitchen in the country that would draw people together. Depending on the season, one could look out and see an ever-changing view from the oversized glass windows. Imagine a snowy winter wonderland, brilliant fall foliage, or summer trees so lush and green you feel like you are in a treehouse. That’s what we wanted to capture in their kitchen. We decided to add a beadboard ceiling with black accent beams for a cottage appeal, which matched the open beams in the rest of the house. We varied the cabinetry colors (grey and white), countertop surfaces (walnut butcher block and white quartz) and textures (mixed metals and glazed wood) to give the space character and height. The cabinet’s millwork includes a coffee bar, wet bar, and bead detailing around the cabinet frame with a white finish with hand-painted brushstrokes for a classic and timeless look. High-end appliances include a column refrigerator/freezer, gas range, steam convection oven, microwave, and a wet bar with wine refrigeration and refrigerator drawers.

Fremont Home Remodeling

European Cabinets & Design Studios

Cabinets from the KARAN collection by Rastelli Cucine in the white matte glass with decorative glass combination. Countertop in Silestone Callacatta Gold, island table in Silestone Marquina. STAR.K resilient flooring by Skema.

Highland Park

Clearcut Construction, Inc.

This is an example of 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.

Palm Springs Warm Modern Kitchen

Allred Collaborative

The custom-colored glass upper cabinet doors, are a masterful touch that brings texture and dimension to this kitchen. These doors create a stunning interplay with the rich oak cabinets, casting a play of light and shadow that enriches the space, elevating it to a refined elegance.

Victoria Residence

Artisans Of Lux

Custom Kitchen
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island, beige floor, beige benchtop and recessed.

Charming Kitchen Update

Bridges Construction

This is an example of a traditional kitchen in San Francisco with glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback and white benchtop.

Демократизация стиля

Лариса Якушенок

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, beige floor, beige benchtop and recessed.

Era ЖК"Зиларт"

Hamiltoun

Модель Era Корпус - ЛДСП 18мм влагостойкая, P5E1. Фасады - натуральный шпон ореха американского, основа МДФ 19мм, лак глубоко матовый. Фасады - сатинированное беленое стекло, основа алюминиевый профиль. Фасады витрины - беленое стекло, основа алюминиевый профиль. Внутренняя отделка витрины - натуральный шпон ореха американского, основа МДФ 19мм, лак глубоко матовый. Фартук - кварцевый агломерат Technistone Calacatta Silva 20мм. Столешница - кварцевый агломерат Technistone Calacatta Silva 20мм. Полки в витрине - закаленное стекло. Диодная подсветка рабочей зоны. Диодная подсветка витрины. Механизмы открывания - ручка профиль Gola, Blum Tip-on. Механизмы закрывания Blum Blumotion. Ящики Blum Legrabox pure - 4 группы, 1 ящик. Мусорная система распашная. Лоток для приборов. Сушилка. Встраиваемые розетки для малой бытовой техники в столешнице. Смеситель Reginox. Мойка Reginox. Стоимость проекта - 1 506 000 руб. без учета бытовой техники.

Massive and Modern Enclosed Kitchen

French Cabinetry

Large modern u-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Seattle WA. Kitchen Remodel 2020

The Creative Carpenter LLC

Knife organization drawer. Keeps knives available at the island.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Gucci Villa

Lion Rock Construction

Photo of an expansive contemporary kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, marble floors, with island, black floor, beige benchtop and exposed beam.

Кухонный гарнитур CELSEA + PRESTIGE

Mossman_Msk

Данная кухня собрала в себе всё лучшее от двух безупречных моделей фабрики Mossman. Утончённость фасадов Prestige с эксклюзивной декоративной раскладкой на стекле в виде ромба. А также, аристократический облик и сдержанную элегантность модели CELSEA, с классическим порталом, колоннами и лепниной. Здесь обаяние вековых традиций гармонично сочетается с современным дизайном, придавая интерьеру кухни неповторимый облик и яркую индивидуальность.

Квартира в ЖК "Утесов"

Анна Пивоварова

Кухня по индивидуальному проекту с необычным островом-столом. Микс минимализма, элементов стиля лофт и индустриальных деталей с пастельной гаммой и теплом натуральной фактуры дерева. Обратите внимание на количество подсветки и продуманность ее размещения для самых разных нужд, функциональных и декоративных.

Diseño de piso de verano

Sube Interiorismo

This is an example of a large transitional eat-in kitchen in Bilbao with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, laminate floors, no island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Mesh Insert Cabinets - Coffee Bar

Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly, Inc. (CKD, CBD, CR)

Modern Smart Kitchen with touchscreen control system

PROJECT: automate

Modern contemporary style kitchen with in ceiling speakers for music, swivel mounted TV, with Control4 smart home app
Design ideas for a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

Fremont Home Remodeling

European Cabinets & Design Studios

Palm Springs Warm Modern Kitchen

Allred Collaborative

The mesmerizing Dekton Khalo countertop, a homage to the captivating Patagonia Natural Stone. Using the same material for the countertop and backsplash creates an intricate fusion of black, pale gold, and coffee brown speckles, intricately woven to create a unique hue. With the aid of the polished finish through Dekton XGloss technology, this colorway radiates a breathtaking shine and unparalleled depth, enhancing the intricate and multicolored composition to a level of sheer brilliance while being virtually indestructible.

Kitchen Conplete Farmhouse transitional

Ideazione Design

This is an example of a large country kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Glass-front Cabinets and Engineered Quartz Splashback 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!