Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Reed in York, PA needed to find a way to add functional space in their kitchen. They had a limited amount of space in their previous kitchen with no room to expand. They also need to stay within their budget. Owner/designer Brandon O'Hanlon designed a way to maximize storage and countertop space and give the Reed's extra space for an eat in option with the addition of a peninsula across their existing pass through. Now, family and friends can join the chef and they have plenty of prep and storage space! Cabinetry is Armstrong/Echelon Berkshire door style in Maple with Toffee stain. Countertop is Uba Tuba granite. A glass tile mosiac backsplash finishes off the space.

Squilax-Anglemont Road Residence

Harmony Homes

Large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors and with island.

CL Kitchen remodel

Jeff Shafier of Lowe's Home Improvement

Andy Cronin
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, no island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Upscale Contemporary

MAC Renovations LTD.

This was a complete remodel of a 1970's split level. Adding space, brightness and taking advantage of their hilltop views was the homeowners requests. Increasing the size of all of the windows, along with keeping colours minimal and light we were able to achieved what they had wanted which also made the natural elements we added stand out.

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.

Clean Contemporary Kitchen with Over-the-Top Function

Allen's Fine Woodworking, Inc.

This kitchen is a prime example of beautifully designed functionality. From the spacious maple butcher block island & eating bar to the roll-up pass through window for outdoor entertaining, the space can handle whatever situation the owners throw at it. The Espresso stain on these Medallion cabinets of Cherry wood really anchors the whimsy of the yellow bar stools and the ginger-tone checkerboard Marmoleum floor. Cabinets designed and installed by Allen's Fine Woodworking Cabinetry and Design, Hood River, OR. Photos by Zach Luellen Photography LLC

Contemporary Kitchen Remodel

Tukasa Creations, Inc.

Sam Ferris
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, an undermount sink and recessed-panel cabinets.

Refreshingly Refined

O'Hanlon Kitchens, Inc.

Neil

simoninbc

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Edmonton with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors and no island.

Ashton

F&S Kitchen and Bath Design Studio

P Vardhana
Mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors and with island.

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.

Photo of 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.

Dressler Kitchen

OakWood Designers & Builders

Dark cabinets enables the polished granite countertops to be showcased. There is lots of natural light flooding into this kitchen allowing dark cabinets to work.

Dressler Kitchen

OakWood Designers & Builders

Dark cabinets enables the polished granite countertops to be showcased. There is lots of natural light flooding into this kitchen allowing dark cabinets to work.

Custom Kitchen 3

Trev Homes Ltd.

This is an example of a modern eat-in kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, glass tile splashback, linoleum floors and grey floor.

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.

Upscale Contemporary

MAC Renovations LTD.

Beckwith House

Denys Builds Designs Renovations

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall separate kitchen in Ottawa with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Green Glass Tile Behind Cooktop

Jan Neiges, CMKBD with NKBA

Pure Lee Photography
Photo of a small transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors and with island.

Kitchen Renovation

Canadian Home Style

Photo of a large modern l-shaped kitchen pantry in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white 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!