Custom Apron Edge counter
This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped kitchen in Tampa with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, glass tile splashback, black appliances, marble floors, with island and beige floor.

The Pace Project

Coastal Cabinet Works

Ally Young
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors and with island.

Valley View 2-Story

JMT Builders

Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors and with island.

Miami Modern Custom Home

Pioneer Architecture, LLC.

Inspiration for a large modern l-shaped kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, with island and white floor.

South Tampa Kitchen Remodel Before & After

Gulf Tile & Cabinetry

A grand island 123” long with 2-full slabs of granite stacked with double Ogee edges, seating up to 8.
This is an example of an expansive transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors and with island.

Nobis Residence

Pickard Design Studio

Steve Hines Photography
This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with with island, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, blue splashback and marble floors.

Bort

Kitchens of Diablo

Dura Supreme cabinets in Craftsman Panel in White. Pental Lattice Countertop with glass mosaic blend backsplash tile in gray and white. GE Monogram refrigerator and ovens, Thermador gas cooktop and downdraft, GE microwave, dishwasher, warming drawer and beverage center. Rohl fire clay sink and Brizo Venuto faucet. Progress Lighting Pendants, Uttermost DIning room light, New Caledonia Granite Floor, Amerock Riva Pulls, Swiss Coffee Trim.

Lincolnshire Contemporary Condo

Kitchen Design Partners, Inc.

Kaskal Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a double-bowl sink, quartz benchtops, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, no island, grey cabinets, flat-panel cabinets and grey splashback.

Bradley Lane Residence

Brind'Amour Design

The kitchen here was a complete redo from the original 1950's era set up. It was a very awkward layout, and completely disconnected from the adjacent dining and living area. The new renovation removed two closets and an awkward second hallway entrance. The layout of the kitchen was greatly expanded and the wall opened up to the living/dining area, with a new breakfast bar added as well.

Cambria Whitehall Kitchen and much more

Creative Surfaces Countertops & Tile

Let's take a walk through this contemporary home build on a golf course. Throughout the home we used Cambria quartz countertops. The focal point is the u-shaped kitchen that showcase Cambria Whitehall countertops. The pantry and laundry just off the kitchen also feature Whitehall. Move to the master suite and you'll find Cambria Whitney on the bathroom countertops. The lower level entertainment area showcases Cambria Whitehall however the bathrooms feature Cambria Torquay and Cambria Montgomery with a mitered edge.

Sophistication & Style in Etobicoke

Wynford Homes Ltd

Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped kitchen in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and marble floors.

Eclectic Home Decor

KDB Custom Homes

Photo of a small eclectic l-shaped separate kitchen in Columbus with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, marble floors, with island and grey floor.

39 Fifth Avenue

LD Design

Built in 1924, this apartment on lower Fifth Avenue was brought into the 21st century. The main focus of this ground up renovation was to create a direct link from the living room to the kitchen, creating a more open and airy plan. A closet was removed to connect the living room and kitchen while also allowing room for a large, extendable dining table. In the kitchen, cabinets are custom made. Appliances are by Sub-Zero, Fisher-Paykel, and Bertazzoni. The faucet is by Dornbracht with a matte satin finish. Peter Paris Photography

Groupe Cartier

Photo of an expansive transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Montreal with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, panelled appliances, marble floors and with island.

kitchen remodeling chastworth

Lightning Construction & Design

Design ideas for a large transitional single-wall kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Contemporary Downtown Loft

Accent Cabinets

This kitchen is part of a luxurious whole house project collaboration. Collaborators are: Accent Cabinets Chairma Design Group Morningstar Builders
Large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors and with island.

European Inspiration in La Habra Heights

Jamie's Kitchen & Bath

This is an example of a large modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors and no island.

Valencia Kitchen & Family Room

Marie Stewart Interiors

Beautiful kitchen update using existing cabinet boxes with new doors, and more modern appliances and surfaces.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

modern with a touch of classic- white kitchen

La Cuisine Kitchen Cabinets Inc.

Elegant White Kitchen
Photo of a large traditional l-shaped kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors and with island.

212 Coconut Ave

Joe Ungvarsky Construction Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with a drop-in sink, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors and with island.

Kitchen with Glass Tile Splashback and Marble 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!