A Perfect Blend of Texture and Simplicity

This simple yet "jaw-dropping" kitchen design uses 2 contemporary cabinet door styles with a sampling of white painted cabinets to contrast the gray-toned textured foil cabinets for a unique and dramatic look. The thin kitchen island features a cooktop and plenty of storage accessories. Wide planks are used as the decorative ends and back panels as a unique design element, while a floating shelf above the sink offers quick and easy access to your every day glasses and dishware. Request a FREE Dura Supreme Brochure Packet: http://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochure Find a Dura Supreme Showroom near you today: http://www.durasupreme.com/dealer-locator

Kitchen Storage

A Plus Cabinets, Inc.

Adriana Ortiz
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, metallic splashback, matchstick tile splashback, white appliances, ceramic floors and no island.

Modern Galley Kitchen Design

Normandy Remodeling

These high gloss white cabinets are the perfect compliment to the single bowl sink. The black porcelain tile floor is low maintenance and a great touch to the minimalist look of the space. For more on Normandy Designer Chris Ebert, click here: http://www.normandyremodeling.com/designers/christopher-ebert/

Seaview Beach House

Mackenzie Pronk Architects

The kitchen and dining open onto the expansive view. A polished concrete slab is a robust yet refined floor finish for the kitchen and dining area. Photography Roger D'Souza

Oceanfront Renovation

Robyn Dawn Photography

Robyn Dawn
Photo of a large beach style u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, green splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and wood benchtops.

Vancouver - Shaughnessy Condo Kitchen

Alair Homes Vancouver

IKEA kitchen marvel: Professional consultants, Dave & Karen like to entertain and truly maximized the practical with the aesthetically fun in this kitchen remodel of their Fairview condo in Vancouver B.C. With a budget of about $55,000 and 120 square feet, working with their contractor, Alair Homes, they took their time to thoughtfully design and focus their money where it would pay off in the reno. Karen wanted ample wine storage and Dave wanted a considerable liquor case. The result? A 3 foot deep custom pullout red wine rack that holds 40 bottles of red, nicely tucked in beside a white wine fridge that also holds another 40 bottles of white. They sourced a 140-year-old wrought iron gate that fit the wall space, and re-purposed it as a functional art piece to frame a custom 30 bottle whiskey shelf. Durability and value were themes throughout the project. Bamboo laminated counter tops that wrap the entire kitchen and finish in a waterfall end are beautiful and sustainable. Contrasting with the dark reclaimed, hand hewn, wide plank wood floor and homestead enamel sink, its a wonderful blend of old and new. Nice appliance features include the European style Liebherr integrated fridge and instant hot water tap. The original kitchen had Ikea cabinets and the owners wanted to keep the sleek styling and re-use the existing cabinets. They spent some time on Houzz and made their own idea book. Confident with good ideas, they set out to purchase additional Ikea cabinet pieces to create the new vision. Walls were moved and structural posts created to accommodate the new configuration. One area that was a challenge was at the end of the U shaped kitchen. There are stairs going to the loft and roof top deck (amazing views of downtown Vancouver!), and the stairs cut an angle through the cupboard area and created a void underneath them. Ideas like a cabinet man size door to a hidden room were contemplated, but in the end a unifying idea and space creator was decided on. Put in a custom appliance garage on rollers that is 3 feet deep and rolls into the void under the stairs, and is large enough to hide everything! And under the counter is room for the famous wine rack and cooler. The result is a chic space that is comfy and inviting and keeps the urban flair the couple loves. http://www.alairhomes.com/vancouver ©Ema Peter

eichler in marinwood

building Lab, inc.

Eichler in Marinwood - The primary organizational element of the interior is the kitchen. Embedded within the simple post and beam structure, the kitchen was conceived as a programmatic block from which we would carve in order to contribute to both sense of function and organization. photo: scott hargis

White and grey kitchen

Rutt Quality Cabinetry

Sean Malone Photography
Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, matchstick tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Rustic Solid Oak Flooring

Heritage Doors and Floors LTD

A recent picture of a barn conversion where we at Heritage supplied the rustic solid oak flooring. As you can see the flooring really sets off the room and adds so much character. Call us today on 0114 247 4917 for more information!

White Kitchen Orlando

Zoltan Construction LLC

White kitchen cabinets and a gray blend exotic granite makes a perfect combination with the dark wood floors and stained wood beams. The biggest kitchen island we have ever built is approx 14'x9'. Open floor plan allows the large spaces to be appreciated even more. Custom appliances, custom stainless steel hood. Zoltan Construction, Roger Wade Photography

Contemporary Kitchen Remodel in High Point Estates Madison, WI

Sweeney Design Remodel

To bring this family’s vision to life, we designed and built an L-shaped kitchen (to replace the U-shaped kitchen) and added a large, functional center island with seating. New custom walnut, painted cabinetry and commercial grade appliances were incorporated into the design to give this contemporary kitchen remodel the desired look. The wood flooring throughout the new space, together with an updated fireplace, were installed to tie the two rooms together visually. To create a strong focal point for the room, the fireplace was designed with a new steel facade and treated with a product that will allow it to acquire a warm patina with age.

Chestnut Hill Addition

Office of Mark Armstrong Architect

Contemporary entertaining kitchen with custom wood casework, quartz countertops and premium appliances. Built-in raised fireplace, additional storage, and art glass display niches at dining room dividing island. Design consultant with a+sl studios architect of record Greg Premru Photography

Island Table Kitchen

Main Line Kitchen Design

6 Square painted cabinets Main Line Kitchen Design specializes in creative design solutions for kitchens in every style. Working with our designers our customers create beautiful kitchens that will be stand the test of time.

Rotpunkt Lucido Stone High Gloss Lacquered Kitchen

BP Kitchens & Interiors

Beau-Port Kitchens 2012
This is an example of a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Hampshire with coloured appliances, a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, glass sheet splashback, linoleum floors and a peninsula.

Maywood: Kitchen Renovation

Lauren King Interior Design

Architect: Studio Z Architecture Contractor: Beechwood Building and Design Photo: Steve Kuzma Photography
Inspiration for a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Columbus with stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, glass sheet splashback, light hardwood floors and with island.

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Gepetto

design and construction by Gepetto-photo by Yannick Grandmont
Inspiration for a large contemporary kitchen in Montreal with stainless steel appliances, an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, concrete floors, with island and grey floor.

Country French Kitchen

Joani Stewart Interiors

Fabulous workable kitchen with high ceilings, custom hewn beams, beautiful dining area with lots of light and tons of storage space.
Photo of a traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, an undermount sink, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Knight Frank LTD

Chris Snook

This is an example of a transitional kitchen in London with beaded inset cabinets, stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, green splashback and glass sheet splashback.

Union Park Penthouse Kitchen

Venegas and Company

Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Boston with panelled appliances, marble benchtops, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an undermount sink, matchstick tile splashback and grey splashback.

Modern Kitchen for Real Cooks

Becker Architects Limited

Mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen with Glass Sheet Splashback and Matchstick Tile 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!