Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, white splashback, subway tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, a farmhouse sink, marble benchtops and brown floor.

Munjoy Hill Infill

BRIBURN – Architecture for Life

Urban four story home with harbor views
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen in Portland Maine with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and grey benchtop.

Boulder Remodel Home: Approachable Elegance

Factor Design Build

The kitchen features modern appliances with light wood finishes for a Belgian farmhouse aesthetic. The space is clean, large, and tidy with black fixture elements to add bold design,

Coopersale

Juliet Murphy Photography

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, glass-front cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and green benchtop.

Luxe 2

Hri Design

This is an example of a contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, black cabinets, black splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

All about Sophistication & Textures

GJ Morgan Kitchens

Muse Photography
Large contemporary galley kitchen in Newcastle - Maitland with quartz benchtops, stone slab splashback, concrete floors, with island, an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, grey floor and white benchtop.

Windsor Square Traditional

BAR Design + Construction

James Ray Spahn
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

kitchen

Mahoney Architects & Interiors

wet bar with white marble countertop
Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with subway tile splashback, an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, marble benchtops, cork floors, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Luxury Custom Kitchen

Valt Interiors

Modern Contemporary, fully-custom kitchen features Dada cabinetry, Carrara Marble, and top of the line appliances.
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern l-shaped kitchen in Salt Lake City with a drop-in sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, marble floors, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop and coffered.

Arlington Heights

Right Angle Kitchens

Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, green cabinets, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and black benchtop.

Industrial Loft Kitchen & Master Bath

Neil Kelly Company

The "Dream of the '90s" was alive in this industrial loft condo before Neil Kelly Portland Design Consultant Erika Altenhofen got her hands on it. The 1910 brick and timber building was converted to condominiums in 1996. No new roof penetrations could be made, so we were tasked with creating a new kitchen in the existing footprint. Erika's design and material selections embrace and enhance the historic architecture, bringing in a warmth that is rare in industrial spaces like these. Among her favorite elements are the beautiful black soapstone counter tops, the RH medieval chandelier, concrete apron-front sink, and Pratt & Larson tile backsplash

Wide Plank Hickory Wood Floors

Magnus Anderson Hardwood Floors

We installed this beautiful wide plank hickory floor, sanded and finished it.
Expansive modern galley open plan kitchen in Denver with glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and green benchtop.

Porcelain Backsplash | Greenwich CT | Project by Gabriella Baumatz

Häcker Greenwich

A modern handleless kitchen, with brushed stainless channels. Black and white glass wall cabinets with matte lacquer base and tall cabinets. Porcelain 12mm thick countertops and backsplash in a satin finish. Featuring Linero MosaiQ railing system with accessories and Silky Dark Marquina backsplash.

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Beau Intérieur

This is an example of a scandinavian galley kitchen in Paris with an integrated sink, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and glass-front cabinets.

Barn Studio

Kate Nelson Interiors

Country kitchen in Burlington with a drop-in sink, glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, concrete floors, with island and grey floor.

Project Claremont

ASR DESIGN STUDIO

Our clients wanted to make the most of space so we gutted the home and rebuilt the inside to create a functional and kid-friendly home with timeless style. Our clients’ vision was clear: They wanted a warm and timeless design that was easy to clean and maintain with two-active boys. “It’s not unusual for our friends and family to drop past unannounced any day of the week. And we love it!” They told us during our initial Design Therapy Sesh. We knew immediately what she meant - we have an open-door policy with our families, too! Which was why we consciously created living spaces that were open, inviting and welcoming. Now, the only problem our clients would have would be convincing their guests to leave! Our clients also enjoy coffee and tea so we created a separate coffee nook to help them kick start their day. Photography: Helynn Ospina

Bilotta Collection in West Harrison

Bilotta Kitchen & Home

This kitchen, designed by David Arnoff, features Bilotta Collection cabinetry in a classic Frosty White paint on the perimeter and Rift Cut White Oak with a “Driftwood” stain for the island. The kitchen prior to renovation had a small island and a peninsula that blocked the flow into the other rooms. It also had a massive wood hood that flanked both sides of the range all the way down to the countertop which was very cumbersome and restrictive. The client wanted to reuse their appliances which were fairly new. So the cabinetry had to be designed around those models but laid out with a much more functional flow. David chose to eliminate the existing peninsula to allow access to the sun room and living area. He opted instead for a larger island to give back the space lost by removing the peninsula. This gave the same amount of cabinet and counter space and was far more functional and easier to move around. Since the one wall of cabinets (where the main sink is) had no wall cabinets, David designed the opposite wall with double stacked cabinets for additional storage – with glass fronts for aesthetics. They also raised the custom hood, by Amore, allowing for more countertop space around the range. The countertops are polished quartz, Aurea Stone by Eastern Stone. The Backsplash is a basket weave marble from Greenwich Tile Marble. Sink and faucets by Kohler. Appliances are a mix of Subzero and Wolf. Designer: David Arnoff Photo Credit: Peter Krupenye

Chic White Kitchen

Beautiful Kitchen Designs

Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Perth with a single-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Art Deco rehab

Mattingly Thaler Architecture

Peter Medilek
Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with white cabinets, marble benchtops, ceramic splashback, linoleum floors, white benchtop, with island, glass-front cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and black floor.

Shelburne Point Home

Classic Home Design + Construction

Amanda Herzberger
This is an example of a country l-shaped kitchen in Burlington with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop and granite benchtops.

Kitchen with Glass-front Cabinets and with Island 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!