To keep the work in this part of the home cost-effective, original cabinetry was painted and the floor plan and granite counters maintained. The 90's floor and backsplash tile were replaced with Brazilian black slate and glass subway tile, respectively, and all appliances and fixtures (faucet, etc.) were replaced. The kitchen was an unusual L galley shape that opened to the living room over the sink and to the dining at the other end.

Swampscott Waterfront

APEX Carpentry LLC

Everything a great cook would want in their kitchen
Expansive transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and with island.

Land Park, CA Contemporary/Mid-Century Modern Remodel

Kristen Elizabeth Design

Small study space at the end of the kitchen with a mid-century modern seat for the desk, Roller shade fabric from pindler fabrics.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley kitchen pantry in Sacramento with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, black floor, black benchtop and wood.

Whimsical Waterfront Beach Home

Judith Wright Design

A wonderful home on the sands of Puget Sound was ready for a little updating. With the TV now in a media room, the cabinetry was no longer functional. The entire fireplace wall makes an impressive statement. We modified the kitchen island and appliance layout keeping the overall footprint intact. New counter tops, backsplash tile, and painted cabinets and fixtures refresh the now light and airy chef-friendly kitchen. Andrew Webb- ClarityNW-Judith Wright Design

Louden Kitchenv

Aegean Design Studio

Natalie Larriva
Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with glass-front cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and slate floors.

Ski Retreat

WillowRidge Construction

Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, a peninsula and black floor.

Entertainment Area

New Hope Cabinets & Kitchens by Charles Weiler

This spacious, coastal style kitchen has an abundance of natural light which illuminates the natural tones & textures of the slate flooring, marble countertops, stone hearth, and wooden elements within this space. This kitchen is equipped with a Wolf range, microwave and warming drawers, and two built-in Sub-Zero refrigerators. With breath taking views throughout the kitchen and living area, it becomes the perfect oasis.

Kansas City Baker's Delight

Kitchens By Kleweno

Photo credit: Kansas City Homes & Gardens and Kitchens By Kleweno
Large traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Kansas City with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and multiple islands.

Valley Curve Kitchen Remodel

Courtney Cartee, Allied ASID

Photo By: Lisa Brunell
Design ideas for a midcentury kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and with island.

Kitchen - Benson

Green Square Contracting

Tin-wrapped window sill.
Design ideas for a kitchen in Omaha with a farmhouse sink, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and slate floors.

Contemporary Kitchen Remodel in Dallas

Blackline Renovations

Ken Vaughan - Vaughan Creative Media
Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, a peninsula and grey floor.

Nebraska Avenue Home

Barbara Hafften Interior Design

Ehlen Creative Communications: Mark Ehlen
Mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and with island.

Cole Kitchen

J Kennedy Design

Kitchen Island in a gray stain on Maple with Shaker style inset door. Island top is Granite Kitchen perimeter cabinets are white paint on Maple with a Shaker style inset door.

The Cliffs at Walnut Cove

Packard Cabinetry of North Carolina

This Packard Cabinetry Kitchen installed at The Cliffs Walnut Cove. Shaker style cabinetry with a perimeter color of Benjamin Moore Taos Taupe with black glaze. The island is Benjamin Moore Currant Red with black glaze and hang-up. Kevin Meechan

2008 designer show house

Spyglass Design, Inc.

elkay sink surround by glass tiles--one of my favorite sink areas--really inviting and an appropriate focal point or backdrop, depending upon whats happening in the room. we ditched the upper cabinets in favor of random color tile. really loosens the feel of the space.

Another Look: Spekva Kitchen Island Knife Block

K&N Appliance Gallery

Not only does this solid wood piece act as a elongated knife block, it also breaks up the kitchen island through color, material, and actuality! Spekva has outdone themselves with this piece.

Lochley - Narrow Lakefront Lot

Visbeen Architects

Forget just one room with a view—Lochley has almost an entire house dedicated to capturing nature’s best views and vistas. Make the most of a waterside or lakefront lot in this economical yet elegant floor plan, which was tailored to fit a narrow lot and has more than 1,600 square feet of main floor living space as well as almost as much on its upper and lower levels. A dovecote over the garage, multiple peaks and interesting roof lines greet guests at the street side, where a pergola over the front door provides a warm welcome and fitting intro to the interesting design. Other exterior features include trusses and transoms over multiple windows, siding, shutters and stone accents throughout the home’s three stories. The water side includes a lower-level walkout, a lower patio, an upper enclosed porch and walls of windows, all designed to take full advantage of the sun-filled site. The floor plan is all about relaxation – the kitchen includes an oversized island designed for gathering family and friends, a u-shaped butler’s pantry with a convenient second sink, while the nearby great room has built-ins and a central natural fireplace. Distinctive details include decorative wood beams in the living and kitchen areas, a dining area with sloped ceiling and decorative trusses and built-in window seat, and another window seat with built-in storage in the den, perfect for relaxing or using as a home office. A first-floor laundry and space for future elevator make it as convenient as attractive. Upstairs, an additional 1,200 square feet of living space include a master bedroom suite with a sloped 13-foot ceiling with decorative trusses and a corner natural fireplace, a master bath with two sinks and a large walk-in closet with built-in bench near the window. Also included is are two additional bedrooms and access to a third-floor loft, which could functions as a third bedroom if needed. Two more bedrooms with walk-in closets and a bath are found in the 1,300-square foot lower level, which also includes a secondary kitchen with bar, a fitness room overlooking the lake, a recreation/family room with built-in TV and a wine bar perfect for toasting the beautiful view beyond.

Lochley - Narrow Lakefront Lot

Visbeen Architects

erin mills project - kitchen

XTC Design Incorporated

Donna Griffith Photography
Asian kitchen in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and with island.

New Hope Kitchen

Glenna Stone Interior Design

This is an example of a large separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, panelled appliances, slate floors, multiple islands, grey floor, blue benchtop and exposed beam.

Kitchen with Glass Tile Splashback and Slate 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!