Kitchen Remodel and Storage Upgrade - Diane Project

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Hawaii with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, dark hardwood floors and no island.

White Kitchen

Nantucket Kitchen Design LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen remodel Benefit 101

YD Construction and Development

This is an example of a small modern galley separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, ceramic floors and no island.

Contemporary Kitchen

This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, ceramic floors and a peninsula.

Beach Condo Remodel

Nancy Dyer Designs

This bright new coastal kitchen was part of a remodel project in a dated condominium. The owner chose wood looking tile floors throughout. A large, underutilized laundry room was divided in half and a walk-in pantry was created next to the kitchen. Because space was at a premium, a sliding barn door was used. We chose a more coastal looking louvered door. The cabinets originally were light oak which we had painted. The aqua glass subway tile adds a translucent water affect and the Cambria countertops finish the look with a high degree of sparkle.

Nice little kitchen

D&J Kitchens and Baths Inc.

Dave Adams Photographer
Inspiration for a small traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Sacramento with a double-bowl sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, raised-panel cabinets and glass tile splashback.

L'élégance décontractée, 27m2 à Paris

Ameo Concept

A deux pas du canal de l’Ourq dans le XIXè arrondissement de Paris, cet appartement était bien loin d’en être un. Surface vétuste et humide, corroborée par des problématiques structurelles importantes, le local ne présentait initialement aucun atout. Ce fut sans compter sur la faculté de projection des nouveaux acquéreurs et d’un travail important en amont du bureau d’étude Védia Ingéniérie, que cet appartement de 27m2 a pu se révéler. Avec sa forme rectangulaire et ses 3,00m de hauteur sous plafond, le potentiel de l’enveloppe architecturale offrait à l’équipe d’Ameo Concept un terrain de jeu bien prédisposé. Le challenge : créer un espace nuit indépendant et allier toutes les fonctionnalités d’un appartement d’une surface supérieure, le tout dans un esprit chaleureux reprenant les codes du « bohème chic ». Tout en travaillant les verticalités avec de nombreux rangements se déclinant jusqu’au faux plafond, une cuisine ouverte voit le jour avec son espace polyvalent dinatoire/bureau grâce à un plan de table rabattable, une pièce à vivre avec son canapé trois places, une chambre en second jour avec dressing, une salle d’eau attenante et un sanitaire séparé. Les surfaces en cannage se mêlent au travertin naturel, essences de chêne et zelliges aux nuances sables, pour un ensemble tout en douceur et caractère. Un projet clé en main pour cet appartement fonctionnel et décontracté destiné à la location.

Flavian, main floor renovation, North York

Alair Homes Aurora Newmarket

Open concept kitchen in a tidy main floor split level bungalow. Located in North York, the house hadn't been renovated in 30 years and the client loved the complete project. Old school white appliances, love it! Cambria countertops.

I'on Kitchen Remodel II

Renaissance South Construction Co.

Holger Obenaus
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Charleston with a double-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Modern Urban Style Kitchen

Southwest Kitchen & Bath

This is an example of a small modern u-shaped kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, porcelain floors and a peninsula.

IOP Remodel

Kitchens, Baths & Beyond

William Quarles
Photo of a mid-sized beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Charleston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Prairie Homes & Renovations

PRAIRIE HOMES & RENOVATIONS INC

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, glass tile splashback, white appliances, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback and with island.

Orono Artisan 2016 Tour Home

Gordon James Construction

High-end appliances and a huge walk-in pantry make this kitchen a dream for everyday cooking and entertaining Landmark Photography
Expansive transitional open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Darien Kitchen Design

Trish Herson Interiors

Inspiration for a large u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Årsta 2016 åt Hisoriska Hem

Fotograf Johan Spinnell

Johan Spinnell
This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian galley eat-in kitchen in Stockholm with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

IOP Remodel

Kitchens, Baths & Beyond

William Quarles
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Charleston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Janice's Kitchen

Floors by Matt

Casey Hammon
Design ideas for a large modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in St Louis with beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, marble floors and no island.

Квартира 110м2 м.Рассказовка

План-ремонта

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Moscow with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, laminate floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Cathy's Kitchen

Kitchens Made Simple

This is an example of a mid-sized l-shaped separate kitchen in Minneapolis with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances and with island.

SE PDX Basement ADU

Right Arm Construction

Renovation of existing basement space as a completely separate ADU (accessory dwelling unit) registered with the City of Portland. Clients plan to use the new space for short term rentals and potentially a rental on Airbnb. Kuda Photography

Kitchen with Glass Tile Splashback and White Appliances 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!