This serving window opens fro the kitchen to the pool house providing a quick and easy way to serve guests. Blue and white cabinets make a light and airy space. Photography: Suzanna Scott Photography

Craigie House

StudioSD

Kenny Park, Showinghouse.com
Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Raised Ranch Kitchen

Simply Baths & Kitchens

This small raised ranch kitchen makes a strong impression with dark cabinetry and a glass backsplash. The finishes, while neutral, are anything but boring. It’s a space that is small in scale but big on style.

High gloss acrylic laqcuered kitchen

Morantz Custom Cabinetry Inc.

Tzvi Morantz
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern u-shaped kitchen pantry in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, grey splashback, glass tile splashback and a peninsula.

Modern Monochromatic Kitchen - Wheaton, IL

Drury Design

The contrasting tones of the white Grabill acrylic cabinets, quartz countertops, & dimensional backsplash tile behind the hood with the grays of the wall cabinets, glass backsplash tile, and tone of the stainless hood and oven create an overall visually appealing room. The rectilinear contemporary design is emphasized in the flat panel cabinetry as well as in the backsplash and streamline brushed nickel hardware.

Coastal Views Custom Home

Simply Home Decorating

All of the cabinets in this kitchen, that has been featured on Houzz, were originally the same dark wood stain as the island. The client hired us to lighten things up and we did just that by changing the perimeter cabinets to a soft white and installing a highly reflective custom moorish tile glass backsplash in the same colour. We kept the island as it was and referenced the darker colour in the bronze pendant lights and perimeter hardware. Interior Design by Lori Steeves of Simply Home Decorating Inc. Photos by Tracey Ayton Photography. Read more details about this project here: http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/30888916/list/inside-houzz-refaced-cabinets-transform-a-kitchen

Contemporary Westford Home Makeover

Fay's Fine Cabinetry

Large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula and grey floor.

Contemporary Kitchen

Design Focus

Custom designed wenge wood cabinetry, a mosaic glass backsplash with a second glass style above the cabinetry, both underlit and uplit to enhance the appearance, made the most of this small kitchen. Green Typhoon granite provided a beautiful and unique counter work surface . Photography: Jim Doyle

Studs Out Remodel - Eastpoint Country Club

Big Bear Developers LLC

Customized to perfection, a remarkable work of art at the Eastpoint Country Club combines superior craftsmanship that reflects the impeccable taste and sophisticated details. An impressive entrance to the open concept living room, dining room, sunroom, and a chef’s dream kitchen boasts top-of-the-line appliances and finishes. The breathtaking LED backlit quartz island and bar are the perfect accents that steal the show.

Ellis Hollow Modern Kitchen

Foster Custom Kitchens

The centerpiece of this elegant kitchen is a painted island with Cambria’s stunning countertop, Bentley. Floating above are three dreamy pendant light fixtures from Sonneman. Sleek, linear cherry cabinets by Foster Custom Woodworks surround the island. There is ample storage in the floor to ceiling unit which sports glass tiles and metal framed glass doors. Open shelving and floating shelves flank the Wolf range.

Marsh Apex Custom Kitchen Remodel

Kitchen Design Solutions

Inspiration for a large modern u-shaped kitchen in Atlanta with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, porcelain floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

eclectic green and alder kitchen

M&M Interiors

This couples small kitchen was in dire need of an update. The homeowner is an avid cook and cookbook collector so finding a special place for some of his most prized cookbooks was a must!

Modern Blue & White Kitchen and Laundry

GMI Design Group

This dark, dreary kitchen was large, but not being used well. The family of 7 had outgrown the limited storage and experienced traffic bottlenecks when in the kitchen together. A bright, cheerful and more functional kitchen was desired, as well as a new pantry space. We gutted the kitchen and closed off the landing through the door to the garage to create a new pantry. A frosted glass pocket door eliminates door swing issues. In the pantry, a small access door opens to the garage so groceries can be loaded easily. Grey wood-look tile was laid everywhere. We replaced the small window and added a 6’x4’ window, instantly adding tons of natural light. A modern motorized sheer roller shade helps control early morning glare. Three free-floating shelves are to the right of the window for favorite décor and collectables. White, ceiling-height cabinets surround the room. The full-overlay doors keep the look seamless. Double dishwashers, double ovens and a double refrigerator are essentials for this busy, large family. An induction cooktop was chosen for energy efficiency, child safety, and reliability in cooking. An appliance garage and a mixer lift house the much-used small appliances. An ice maker and beverage center were added to the side wall cabinet bank. The microwave and TV are hidden but have easy access. The inspiration for the room was an exclusive glass mosaic tile. The large island is a glossy classic blue. White quartz countertops feature small flecks of silver. Plus, the stainless metal accent was even added to the toe kick! Upper cabinet, under-cabinet and pendant ambient lighting, all on dimmers, was added and every light (even ceiling lights) is LED for energy efficiency. White-on-white modern counter stools are easy to clean. Plus, throughout the room, strategically placed USB outlets give tidy charging options.

Shawn Project - Kitchen Remodeling in Vienna, VA

USA Cabinet Store Fairfax

Mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, beige floor, quartz benchtops and white benchtop.

Beige Victorian

Unique Urban Development

The open layout and modern design kitchen made this 100 yr. old home feel extremely elegant. The custom herringbone floor design with the porcelain wood tile was a showpiece. The all white cabinets with carrera marble countertops went great with the grey glass back splash. The face of the bar was custom built but the raised paneling and Victorian corbels lent themselves to the period of the home.

The Modern Farmhouse Project

Coastal Cabinet Works

Ally Young
Photo of a small country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and a peninsula.

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Doug Hamilton Kitchens, Inc.

Large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orlando with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Condo Kitchen

S DeCenzo Designs,LLC

This award winning contemporary Brookhaven kitchen Frameless cabinetry in Shadow Gray, with intergraded Stainless Steel appliances. Silestone tops and mosaic back splash Paul Bartholo0mew - photographer

Palo Alto

Kim Betzina Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

GE Kitchen Appliances

Baron's Major Brands

GE appliances answer real-life needs. Define trends. Simplify routines. And upgrade the look and feel of the living space. Through ingenuity and innovation, next generation features are solving real-life needs. With a forward-thinking tradition that spans over 100 years, today’s GE appliances sync perfectly with the modern lifestyle.

Kitchen with Glass Tile Splashback and Porcelain 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!