The hood was custom designed and built for this homeowner. The kitchen features a functional 5- zone design. The drawers offer easy access to pots/pans as well as prep items. The pantry was custom designed with metal slots on the bottom to allow the homeowner great storage for potatoes, onions, squash etc.

Weehaken-Walnut kitchen

Modiani Kitchens

Memories TTL
This is an example of a large contemporary eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Anchorage at The Bower Medowie

McDonald Jones Homes

Photo of a large beach style galley kitchen pantry in Sydney with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, glass sheet splashback, white appliances, cement tiles, multiple islands, grey floor and white benchtop.

Oceanfront Penthouse

Rogers Design Group

This contemporary kitchen in a luxury condominium is state of the art. The stained *cabinets are contrasted by white glass appliances, stainless steel accents and recycled glass countertops. The floating wall houses the ovens, microwave, warming steamer on the kitchen side. On the opposite side there is a continuation of the fine woodwork throughout the space . Refrigerators are completely built-in and clad in the same wood as to appear to be a cabinet. Stainless drawers complete the base cabinet below the cooktop and create the detail at the corners of the center island. Dishwashers flank the sink and are covered in the same cabinetry forming a seamless effect. The stone top on the outside island had a waterfall detail and additional storage. Three pendent lights illuminate the leather swivel barstools with bronze iron bases. •Photo by Argonaut Architectural•

Whole Home Remodel in Washington, DC

CARNEMARK design + build

Anice Hoachlander
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, flat-panel cabinets, white splashback and glass sheet splashback.

San Francisco

Anne Michaelsen Design

Photography by Paul Rollins
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Modern Kitchen

Willoughby Construction

Photo of a large modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors and multiple islands.

Modern Kitchen Woodmere, NY

JGL Interiors LLC

Design ideas for an expansive contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and multiple islands.

lisa rubenstein - real room design

Michele Lee Willson Photography

Michele Lee Willson
This is an example of a contemporary eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Dramatic hallway and kitchen

LNDesigns

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Hampshire with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Modern Kitchens & Joinery VIIII

P & K Joinery

A significant transformation to the layout allowed this room to evolve into a multi function space. With precise allocation of appliances, generous proportions to the island bench; which extends around to create a comfortable dining space and clean lines, this open plan kitchen and living area will be the envy of all entertainers!

South Florida Contemporary

The Decorators Unlimited

This South Florida home is a sleek and contemporary design with a pop of color. The bold blue tones in furniture and fabrics are a perfect contrast to the clean white walls and cabinets. The beautiful glass details give the home a modern finish.

Blue and White Delight

Coffee Talk Kitchens

The Butlers Pantry is home to the house management area. The homeowner has an area for the mail that enters the home and the drawers have filing inside to keep paperwork organized. There is also a double garbage can for recycling found in this area. The homeowner keeps an ipad easily accessible and has charging stations in the drawers for additional electronics.

Valley View Double Island

Let's Talk Kitchens & Interiors

This kitchen was created for two very keen home cooks who live on a beautiful acreage property in Main Ridge, on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula. The original kitchen in this space was a u-shape layout and had limited preparation space for the homeowners. In this new kitchen design the layout was completely re-thought and two island benches were created. As part of this redesign, what used to be a walk-in-pantry was opened up to create an appliance nook and extra drawer storage. This kitchen easily accommodates two cooks at the same time and the homeowners are now able to face the dining area and interact with their guests while cooking.

Maison contemporaine en Isère

Muriel JANSSOONE

Lieu de partage et d'échanges, la cuisine invite à la couleur. Ici j'ai choisi un vert mousse pour dynamiser cet espace et délimiter la cuisine ouverte de l'espace salon.

Spacious Newly-Completed Boca Kitchen with Aqua Accents

The Place for Kitchens and Baths

Photography by IBI Designs ( http://www.ibidesigns.com/)
This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances, marble floors, multiple islands, brown floor and green benchtop.

Wexford 3

Rational Kitchens Calgary

Rational Kitchens | http://www.rationalkitchens.ca | photo by Levi Wedel http://www.snapsnap.ca

Mood Kitchen - Scavolini

Scavolini Kitchen, Living and Bathroom

Mood design by Silvano Barsacchi Contemporary taste and quality of life in the kitchen There are a wealth of innovative solutions in Mood, a kitchen that responds successfully to new rhythms of daily life, and the urge to personalise one’s home. A kitchen of stylish simplicity, perfect in its contents and functions, which extends its horizons into the home: all space must waiting to be lived in, with no boundaries. Products with a variety of opening systems (under-top frames, under-top frames and central strip and handles), a huge assortment of materials and a trendsetting colour range, Mood is a vast kitchen design project to delight different tastes, rich in new ideas and elegant solutions. Exclusive, sophisticated attributes of an all-Italian kitchen styled for our time. - See more at: http://www.scavolini.us/Kitchens/Mood

Last House on the Left

SV Design

Having been neglected for nearly 50 years, this home was rescued by new owners who sought to restore the home to its original grandeur. Prominently located on the rocky shoreline, its presence welcomes all who enter into Marblehead from the Boston area. The exterior respects tradition; the interior combines tradition with a sparse respect for proportion, scale and unadorned beauty of space and light. This project was featured in Design New England Magazine. http://bit.ly/SVResurrection Photo Credit: Eric Roth

Windermere Modern Kitchen

S&W Kitchens

European Modern Kitchen with Poggenpohl cabinetry
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Orlando with flat-panel cabinets, multiple islands, an undermount sink, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Kitchen with Glass Sheet Splashback and multiple Islands 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!