Brandon Farms, Pennington, NJ. Dream kitchen! Our clients were ready to update their kitchen and increase its functionality. We removed the small eat-in area and extended cabinetry along the back wall. An over-sized island works for gathering, dining, and prep. Island includes under-counter microwave and beverage center. Beautiful custom cabinetry and range hood, stunning quartzite countertops, glass subway tile including a herringbone detail with metal listello above the range complete this update.

Small galley kitchen reconfiguration in Los Angeles

Metropolis Drafting and Construction Inc

A small galley kitchen in a standard LA home is a common sight in Los Angeles. The wall between the laundry room and the kitchen was removed to create one big open space. The placement of all large appliances ( Fridge, Washer\Dryer and Double oven) on a single full height built-in cabinets wall opened up all the rest of the space to be more airy and practical. The custom made cabinets are in a traditional manner with white finish and some glass doors to allow a good view of the good chinaware. The floors are done with wood looking tile and color matched to the dark oak floors of the rest of the house to create a continuality of colors. The backsplash is comprised of two different glass tiles, the larger pieces as the main tile and a small brick glass as the deco line. The counter top is finished with a beveled edge for a touch of modern look.

Armonk Contemporary Lake House

Laura Kaehler Architects

Mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, with island and green floor.

Craftsman Modern

Champion 1 Builders

Gray Modern kitchen with stainless steel accents with
Design ideas for a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

ForeverMark Kitchen

Kitchens, Baths & Beyond

William Quarles
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Charleston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and brown floor.

Kukio

Nicholson

This is an example of a mid-sized tropical single-wall separate kitchen in Hawaii with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, green splashback, glass tile splashback, with island, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and beige floor.

Contemporary Zen in Mamaroneck

Studio Dearborn

A beautiful Mamaroneck Tudor with its original tiny kitchen was badly in need of renovating. The homeowners shifted and enlarged the rear of the house to create a peaceful space with earthy toned charcoal grey Oak base cabinets and shiny back painted white wall cabinetry. Six integrated gas burners from Netherland's Pitt Cooking were fitted into the island, with Gaggenau’s tappenyaki grille for a efficient and beautiful integrated cooking and serving area. Floor tile, Ceramica Gazzini Urban Style. Oven by Bosch; refrigerator by SubZero; range hood by Futuro Futuro, Microwave by Wolf; countertops by Caesarstone in Organic White; Charlie stools by CB2; Sink by Franke; Faucet by Groehe; pulls by Topex-- Decorative Hardware Round Stainless Steel Tube.

Modern Galley Kitchen Update NYC

Atelier036 - Architecture,Interior Design,Lighting

Photo of a small modern galley eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, quartz benchtops, white floor, white splashback, porcelain floors and white benchtop.

Upper West Side, NYC: Blue Glass Tile Kitchen Remodel

MyHome Renovation Experts

Upper West Side, NYC contemporary galley kitchen remodel with modern gray kitchen cabinets, white quartz counters, and blue mosaic glass subway tile backsplash. Large white tile floor.

Hollywood Hills Home

Mollie Ranize

Modern Hollywood Hills home renovated and fully furnished by dmar interiors. Photography: Stephen Busken
Mid-sized modern galley separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and no island.

Lafayette Hill PA Kitchen

Chris Rossetti at Main Line Kitchen Design

Bob Graham Jr. Photography
Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Miller Kitchen

Turan Designs, Inc.

Small Transitional White Kitchen with Mobile Island
Photo of a small contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, soapstone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and green benchtop.

Seaside Bungalow

Lisa Michael Interiors

Jessica Glynn Photography
Mid-sized beach style single-wall open plan kitchen in Miami with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Craftsman Home

Benson & Associates, Interior Design

Photo of an expansive arts and crafts kitchen in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, porcelain floors, multiple islands, grey floor, black benchtop and wood.

Portside Court Townhouse

Simply Home Decorating

What comes to mind when you envision the perfect multi-faceted living spaces? Is it an expansive amount of counter space at which to cook, work, or entertain freely? Abundant and practical cabinet organization to keep clutter at bay and the space looking beautiful? Or perhaps the answer is all of the above, along with a cosy spot to retreat after the long day is complete. The project we are sharing with you here has each of these elements in spades: spaces that combine beauty with function, promote comfort and relaxation, and make time at home enjoyable for this active family of three. Our main focus was to remodel the kitchen, where we hoped to create a functional layout for everyday use. Our clients also hoped to incorporate a home office right into the kitchen itself. However, the clients realized that renovation the kitchen alone wouldn’t create the full transformation they were looking for. Kitchens interact intimately with their adjacent spaces, especially family rooms, and we were determined to elevate their daily living experience from top to bottom. We redesigned the kitchen and living area to increase work surfaces and storage solutions, create comfortable and luxurious spaces to unwind, and update the overall aesthetic to fit their more modern, collected taste. Here’s how it turned out…

Traditional Hand Painted Framed Kitchen

Tulip

Photo of a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Surrey with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

eclectic green and alder kitchen

M&M Interiors

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

Chapel Townhome

Winsome Interior Design

Transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Baltimore with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Ultra Modern Home

Amandine Tosello

Peter Giles
Photo of an expansive contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Nice with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

Kirkland Kitchen Renovation

Northwest Interiors & Design

WE Studio Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

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!