We made a one flow kitchen/Family room, where the parents can cook and watch their kids playing, Shaker style cabinets, quartz countertop, and quartzite island, two sinks facing each other and two dishwashers. perfect for big family reunion like thanksgiving.

McKinley Park Cottage Craftsman

Creative Eye Design + Build, LEED AP

Duane Gillette, Red Tail Photography
Inspiration for an arts and crafts eat-in kitchen in Sacramento with white cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and with island.

Minnehaha Falls Kitchen Remodel

TreHus Architects+Interior Designers+Builders

Design ideas for a small traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

Small Kitchen make over

RJ Austin Interior Design

Blind corners with pull out trays eliminate the need to reach inside the cabinet. The pull out table concealed behind a drawer front adds additional function. JBL Photography

Lakeside Condo

Britany Hanthorn with MBS Interiors

The kitchen was designed in Starmark Cabinetry's Maple Cosmopolitan featuring a tuxedo style with White and Graphite finishes. The Vicostone quartz counters are Sparkling Grey Poilshed. Hardware is from Hickory Hardware in Verona Bronze. Appliances from GE in Slate with a Sharp microwave drawer.

Melendy Cherry Kitchen

Kitchen Inspiration Inc.

This is a Design-Build project by Kitchen Inspiratin Inc. Cabinetry: Sollera Fine Cabinetry Countertop: Natural Quartzite Hardware: Top Knobs Appliances: Bluestar Backsplash: Special artisan glass tile More about this project: This time we cherish the beauty of wood! I am so happy to see this new project in our portfolio! The highlight of the project: ✅Beautiful, warm and lovely custom cherry cabinets ✅ Natural quartzite that clearly shows the depth of natural stone! ✅Pro-style chef-grade appliances ✅Carefully planned accessories ✅Large peninsula with prep sink ✅Unique 3D stove splash ✅Custom made heavy duty pantry

Oeste Residence

Cabinet by Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island and multi-coloured splashback.

Simi Valley Kitchen Remodel

Overland Remodeling & Builders

A complete kitchen remodeling project in Simi Valley. The project included a complete gut of the old kitchen with a new floorplan. The new kitchen includes: white shaker cabinets, quartz countertop, glass tile backsplash, bamboo flooring, stainless steel appliances, pendant lights above peninsula, recess LED lights, pantry, top display cabinets, soft closing doors and drawers, concealed drawer slides and banquette seating with hidden storage

Oceanfront Modern

Allen Construction

This kitchen features custom cabinets with a eucalyptus veneer, granite countertops, LED lighting, and an open beam ceiling. Architect: Pacific Architects General Contractor: Allen Construction Photographer: Jim Bartsch

Stiles Creek

Berghuis Construction LLC

Photos by Kaity Interiors by Ashley Cole Design Architecture by David Maxam
Photo of a contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Grand Rapids with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, glass tile splashback, an undermount sink, bamboo floors and with island.

Sycamore Ranch Home Remodel

The English Contractor & Remodeling Services

The entry to this kitchen was once a narrow door from the dining room. We removed the wall and the old drop ceiling with an ornate fan. Old oak cabinetry was replaced with custom made cabinets, with lower cabinets in classic blue and upper cabinetry in white. The farmhouse sink from Signature Hardware is in an antique copper finish from their Steyn line. The faucet is also from the Steyn line and coordinate with the antique copper drawer pulls. Tile Backsplash is Equipe Scale Triangolo and Magical 3 Triol in white glass from Hamilton Parker. The dishwasher is from Bosch.

Amalfi Residence

Eric Rosen Architects

Erich Koyama
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and with island.

Glenwood MD Ply-boo

Prince Kitchens

Dimitri Ganas
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Baltimore with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, an undermount sink, glass tile splashback and bamboo floors.

Traditional Carson, CA. Kitchen / Dining Area Remodel

Custom Design & Construction

We were honored to be asked by this recently retired aerospace employee and soon to be retired physician’s assistant to design and remodel their kitchen and dining area. Since they love to cook – they felt that it was time for them to get their dream kitchen. They knew that they wanted a traditional style complete with glazed cabinets and oil rubbed bronze hardware. Also important to them were full height cabinets. In order to get them we had to remove the soffits from the ceiling. Also full height is the glass backsplash. To create a kitchen designed for a chef you need a commercial free standing range but you also need a lot of pantry space. There is a dual pull out pantry with wire baskets to ensure that the homeowners can store all of their ingredients. The new floor is a caramel bamboo.

Wahiawa Residence

Boss Architecture LLC

This is an example of a small beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Hawaii with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island and brown floor.

Winan's Lake, Brighton, MI Transitional Style Kitchen

KSI Kitchen & Bath

Updating this kitchen to function and look well given all the angles was the challenge. Two side-by-side pantries provide lots of storage and easy access. Dura Supreme Hudson in cashew was chosen to complement the bamboo flooring. KSI Designer Lloyd Endsley. Photography by Steve McCall

Woodland Cabin

Treefrog Design

This is an example of a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, a peninsula, brown floor, white benchtop and wood.

Winan's Lake, Brighton, MI Transitional Style Kitchen

KSI Kitchen & Bath

Storage solutions and organization were a must for this homeowner. Space for tupperware, pots and pans, all organized and easy to access. Dura Supreme Hudson in cashew was chosen to complement the bamboo flooring. KSI Designer Lloyd Endsley. Photography by Steve McCall

Boulder Residence

Mosaic Architects Boulder

Jim Bartsch
This is an example of a contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and multiple islands.

Modern Kitchen

Wendy Glaister Interiors

The laundry room was converted to accommodate a butler's pantry with appliance garages of stainless steel, linen storage, and a second sink with garbage disposal. The washer and dryer were stacked and a chrome rod was added above the sink for hang-drying delicates.

Kitchen with Glass Tile Splashback and Bamboo Floors 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!