A fresh white kitchen is timeless and consistently earns universal appeal. The Mid-century modern bar stools pull up to the now one height counter offering additional work and entertainment options. The grey glass subway tiles of the backsplash tile the fresh white kitchen to the earthy tones of the living area of this open floor plan home. The wall mounted starfish are a playful reminder to go out and enjoy the Florida lifestyle!!

Du studio vers un deux pièces

Fables de Murs

Cuisine ouverte
Small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, black appliances, linoleum floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Carabellas Kitchen Remodel

Ozark Mountain Woodsmith, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, red cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors and with island.

Custom Kitchen

Freespace Design LLC

Geri Cruickshank Eaker
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Charlotte with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, linoleum floors and with island.

kitchen remodel

hrejko

finished kitchen Designer: Mary Alice Johnson Contractor/Builder: Les Schweitzer
Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts u-shaped separate kitchen in Omaha with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, black appliances, linoleum floors and with island.

MOLLY & TONY'S COTTAGE KITCHEN - AFTER

Patricia C Dilworth

This view of the new kitchen and dining area from the living room shows how the function and storage has improved. The space feels much larger, but no square footage was added to the 750 s.f. cottage. Photo: P.Dilworth

Contemporary Kitchen Remodel

Tukasa Creations, Inc.

Sam Ferris
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley separate kitchen in Austin with dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, no island and recessed-panel cabinets.

Blue Kitchen

Ron Hanks Design

Contemporary Swedish inspired style is our specialty. We always look for new and sustainable materials to create the best product for our customers. We used custom blue swedish design inspired cabinetry, custom glass tile accents, custom stainless steel countertops, and modern hanging lighting to bring the space together.

Recent Projects

Griffe Cuisine

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Montreal with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, linoleum floors, with island and stainless steel appliances.

A Baker's Dream

Jazmyn Strydom -- Two30Nine

This project included a special request - a standard oven and a built in wall oven. The client and I changed the blue-print of the home to incorporate a large kitchen space for baking and holding classes from time to time. We designed a clean open space together that suited all her storage needs.

Carabellas Kitchen Remodel

Ozark Mountain Woodsmith, Inc.

In dieser Küche dient er jetzt als Flaschenbox

raumkonzepte

This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic galley separate kitchen in Berlin with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, wood benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, black floor and black benchtop.

Ann's Dream Come True!

Home & Office Cabinetry of Delaware Inc.

This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, glass tile splashback, white appliances, linoleum floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Custom Cottage

Triple M Housing

This custom cottage is anything but small. It has a medium sized kitchen with a large quartz topped island. Glass tile backsplash and built in stainless steel appliances finish this cottage nicely. The living room has a built in gas fireplace with mantle and tile surround. All the flooring in the kitchen and living room is vinyl plank flooring.

Custom on a Budget

Steveworks LLC

Steve Greenberg
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, black appliances, linoleum floors and a peninsula.

Two-Toned Renovation

Gipman Millwork

This is an example of a small modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Calgary with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors and no island.

Aberdeen Custom Home

Alair Homes Georgian Bay

This custom home features an open-concept great room; joining the kitchen, dining, and living room together for a bright and open feel. The light greys and whites, coupled with glass tile backsplash in the kitchen, and other high-end finishes, brings together this modern design.

Green and White Kitchen

Jan Neiges, CMKBD with NKBA

The client wanted to replace the range with a cook top and two ovens. In order to find space for this I relocated the fridge on the outside of the kitchen providing easier access to the fridge from other rooms. Pure Lee Photography

Kitchens and Great Rooms

Next Stage Design + Build

Designer: Kristie Schneider CKBR, UDCP Photo: CasaMokio (Nate Lewis) The 45 degree angles throughout the cabinetry are attentively delivered to enhance the feel and flow of an entertaining and welcoming space. The clean quartz countertops, glass mosaic backsplash and stainless steel appliances offer an updated look while easy to maintain. The cool tones of the vinyl/tile flooring groups nicely with the modern and fresh look of the room while remaining practical for a pet friendly home.

Alice Atkins McCoy, CMKBD

Alice Atkins McCoy, CMKBD, ASID Allied

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Jacksonville with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors and with island.

Kitchen with Glass Tile Splashback and Linoleum 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!