This kitchen features stunning white shaker profiled cabinet doors, black forest natural granite benchtop and a beautiful timber chopping block on the island bench. Showcasing many extra features such as wicker basket drawers, corbels, plate racks and stunning glass overheads.

Style in the Heart of the Home

O'Hanlon Kitchens, Inc.

With a massive island as the centerpiece; this kitchen is contemporary in style, modern in technology, and is designed for comfort for the whole family. The door style is Carlisle Slab in Maple by Echelon Cabinetry in two tones. The upper cabinetry finish is Alpine White and the lowers are in Onyx. The island and surrounding countertops are quartz in Brittanicca by Cambria. In the island is the super single undermount Blanco sink with a Moen faucet. The island also houses a programmable 48 bottle built-in wine fridge. A new state of the art 48-inch GE Monogram stove with four burners, a griddle, a grill, and one and a half ovens was added. A new french door refrigerator with a bottom freezer slide out was added as well. The homeowners opted for under and above cabinet lighting to not only light the countertop work space but to also light her favorite pieces displayed above the cabinets. The glass subway tile was laid in a vertical pattern instead of horizontal which helps give a more contemporary feel to the space. Photo credit: Hayman Studio

Traditional to Modern Kitchen Remodel

GMI Design Group

Cameron McMurtrey Photography (www.cameronmcmurtrey.com)
This is an example of a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, black floor and white benchtop.

Hamilton Modern Small Kitchen

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Beautiful... one of our favorite small remodels. Using the right theme can help increase your space visually, especially for this 10’ by 10’ kitchen. Using a slate look for the tile really helps the cabinets and metals pop in this setting. It’s important to always remember the color scheme and theme for the space. This kitchen has an under mounted sink for a modern look. This also has a 24” cook top to allow the large refrigerator.

Glass Shelving

dRemodeling

Forced to comply with the existing chase wall, the decision was made make it a functional space. Complimenting the glass flat panel cabinets, glass shelving was used to provide additional storage in this compact kitchen, as well as an area to display.

Land Park, CA Contemporary/Mid-Century Modern Remodel

Kristen Elizabeth Design

custom cabinetry with gold hardware contrasts with the smooth slate flooring, the black countertops, and black finish faucet; grounding the design. The warm wood colors throughout the design give the space an inviting and comfortable feel.

Schwenksville Kitchen

AGDesigns - State of the Art Kitchens & Baths

Large eclectic l-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, coloured appliances, porcelain floors, with island, black floor and black benchtop.

Kitchen Island

PJ and Company Staging and Interior Decorating

Steven Seymour
Large modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Bridgeport with a farmhouse sink, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, with island, black floor, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback and grey benchtop.

Gray and White Cabinet Kitchen Remodel in Moline

Village Home Stores

Kitchen in Moline, IL Quad Cities with Fog Gray painted bases and White painted upper cabinetry from Koch Cabinets. Quartz counter surfaces in Hanstone Speechio White.

Rosanna Property Presentation

Larkspur Lane Design

When selling your home, It can be a mistake to rip out an original kitchen or bathroom if it is in good condition, has all the mod cons people expect and can showcase the potential for future adaptation or renovations. This kitchen had been previously updated in the 1970s - as in wood grain bench tops and brown wall tiles - but had great storage, and the potential for further floor space by closing off two of the four doors into the room. So instead of demolishing and starting over, extra space was created for a dishwasher and open shelving for vintage kitchenalia to be displayed, new "retro" wall tiles, a vintage double sink, tapware, new bench tops and handles were added to bring back that cheery 1950s feel, while also improving function. Result? A kitchen that sold the house to some young mid century enthusiasts!

West Hartford Contemporary Kitchen

REL Interiors

David Dadekian
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Bridgeport with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and black floor.

Sells Drive

Shift PHX

Photo of a contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, black floor and white benchtop.

Cambridge Condo Kitchen

INDECO Interior Design Company

The new owners of this beautiful condo wanted to transform the space to fit with their busy lifestyle. A wall was removed to open up the kitchen to the dining room, Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring was added to add drama to the space but to be low maintenance and durable. Light gray cabinets from Crystal Cabinetry was paired with Cambria quartz countertops and Jefferry Court glass tile. The homeowners requested a copper farm sink and lime green walls to personalize the space.

Gray and White Cabinet Kitchen Remodel in Moline

Village Home Stores

Kitchen in Moline, IL Quad Cities with Fog Gray painted bases and White painted upper cabinetry from Koch Cabinets. Quartz counter surfaces in Hanstone Speechio White.

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Violette-design

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, no island, black floor and turquoise benchtop.

Finished Projects Gallery

Absolute Tile & Stone

Photo of a mid-sized transitional kitchen in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, porcelain floors and black floor.

Black Forest

Inavogue Kitchens & Cabinets

Kitchen Table After

PJ and Company Staging and Interior Decorating

Steven Seymour
Design ideas for a large modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Bridgeport with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, with island, black floor and grey benchtop.

Red Hot High-Rise Condo Kitchen Bi-Fold Opening Upper Cabinets

The Renowned Group

Clean contemporary lines win over in this upscale Dallas high rise. The original kitchen was dark and outdated. All the walls were black the cabinets were maple and the floor was brown stained concrete. The kitchen was in a corner so the layout stayed the same to help keep the plan open. Fun, vibrant, contemporary kitchen with high-end style is what this client requested and red came up again and again. We really embraced the idea and went bold with this red hot glass backsplash, and high-gloss white cabinets. The black matte countertop gave us a grounded backdrop and really let the rest of the kitchen shine. Special features: Custom StyleCraft flat panel cabinets in high-gloss finish and push to open cabinets and drawers with a painted glass backsplash.

Lake Shore Residence

eMOD Construction Inc.

Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Chicago with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island and black floor.

Kitchen with Glass Tile Splashback and Black Floor 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!