Mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Surrey with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Highsted Touchtex ZeroLine Kitchen

Panelform

Touchtex ZeroLine 'laser edge' doors and panels. Lumo Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized modern galley open plan kitchen in Christchurch with flat-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white floor and window splashback.

Wood Creek Cabin

Robyn Scott Interiors, Ltd.

Alex Irvin Photography
Inspiration for a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, window splashback, stainless steel appliances and light hardwood floors.

Queens Road House

Geoffrey Holton and Associates - GHA

© Photography by M. Kibbey
Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, green splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, wood benchtops, glass tile splashback, with island and brown floor.

VIVIENDA VITORIA

NATALIA ZUBIZARRETA INTERIORISMO

Fotografía de Felipe Scheffel Bell.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall kitchen in Bilbao with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island and beige floor.

Dramatic New Construction

Marcia Moore Design

ASID award for Whole House Design. They say the kitchen is the heart of the home, and this kitchen sure has heart: complete with top of the line appliances, glass mosaic backsplash, a generous statement island, and enough space for the whole family to comfortably connect. The space was designed around the family's art collection, and the pendants are family heirlooms that were repurposed to meet the aesthetic of the space. Photo by Alise O'Brien

Beach - Coastal Kitchen in Lusby, MD

Southern Maryland Kitchen, Bath, Floors, & Design

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Mike's Hammock

Josh Wynne Construction

I built this on my property for my aging father who has some health issues. Handicap accessibility was a factor in design. His dream has always been to try retire to a cabin in the woods. This is what he got. It is a 1 bedroom, 1 bath with a great room. It is 600 sqft of AC space. The footprint is 40' x 26' overall. The site was the former home of our pig pen. I only had to take 1 tree to make this work and I planted 3 in its place. The axis is set from root ball to root ball. The rear center is aligned with mean sunset and is visible across a wetland. The goal was to make the home feel like it was floating in the palms. The geometry had to simple and I didn't want it feeling heavy on the land so I cantilevered the structure beyond exposed foundation walls. My barn is nearby and it features old 1950's "S" corrugated metal panel walls. I used the same panel profile for my siding. I ran it vertical to match the barn, but also to balance the length of the structure and stretch the high point into the canopy, visually. The wood is all Southern Yellow Pine. This material came from clearing at the Babcock Ranch Development site. I ran it through the structure, end to end and horizontally, to create a seamless feel and to stretch the space. It worked. It feels MUCH bigger than it is. I milled the material to specific sizes in specific areas to create precise alignments. Floor starters align with base. Wall tops adjoin ceiling starters to create the illusion of a seamless board. All light fixtures, HVAC supports, cabinets, switches, outlets, are set specifically to wood joints. The front and rear porch wood has three different milling profiles so the hypotenuse on the ceilings, align with the walls, and yield an aligned deck board below. Yes, I over did it. It is spectacular in its detailing. That's the benefit of small spaces. Concrete counters and IKEA cabinets round out the conversation. For those who cannot live tiny, I offer the Tiny-ish House. Photos by Ryan Gamma Staging by iStage Homes Design Assistance Jimmy Thornton

Harlem Duplex

Emergent Form Architecture

The functional island has a futuristic feel. The angular side panels minimize its footprint in the petite kitchen. The front panels open to reveal shallow glass shelving, and the fridge side houses long, deep drawers.

Monterey Way Custom Home

California at Home

Design ideas for a large modern l-shaped separate kitchen in Sacramento with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and white floor.

T E L E T H O N | H O M E

FHSA

Inspiration for a contemporary galley separate kitchen with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and grey floor.

Contemporary Home

WSM Craft

Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, brown splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and multiple islands.

Wellborn Design Gallery

Hannon Home Center

Inspiration for a traditional kitchen in Burlington with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Paul's PhotosLuxury Kitchens

DeVittori Custom Cabinetry

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Tampa with multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, panelled appliances, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops and a peninsula.

Mustang Circle

KA DesignWorks

Large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Chosen Kitchens

Chosen Photography

Contemporary galley kitchen in Central Coast with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, window splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Display home - Harrington on display at Willowdale

User

Design ideas for a modern galley open plan kitchen in Sydney with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and grey floor.

Sleek Professional Kitchen with a Modern Flare

Artisan Kitchens and Baths

This recent remodel was a full gut down to the stubs and sub floors. The biggest challenge in the space was creating a single room from 2 separate areas. The original galley kitchen and a 1980’s add-on breakfast room. The breakfast room was cold and had old mechanicals emphasizing the need for a continuous space. The existing kitchen area was small, cramped and did not fit the lifestyle of the homeowners. The homeowners wanted a hidden pantry for large and seasonal items as well as for food storage. I planned for a portion of the garage to be transformed to a full size, walk-in, hidden pantry that catered to the needs of the family. Three of the most important design features include the hidden pantry, “other room” storage such as the mudroom seat and window bench, as well as the eat-in counter. Other notable design elements include glass cabinets, under-cabinet lighting, a message center and built-in under the counter appliances. The coffee system is plumbed allowing for immediate hot coffee and specialty drinks at the touch of a button. Dimensions: 27’X12’ Cabinetry: KEMPER Flooring: MAPLE HARDWOOD with Radiant floor heat. Countertops/Vanity Tops: Quartzite/MARBLE (Donna Sandra) Sinks: BLANCO Faucets: DELTA with Touch2o-technology. Dishwasher: MIELE Cooktop/Range: WOLF Lighting: FEISS Refrigerator: SUB-ZERO Oven: WOLF Plumbing Supplies: DELTA POT FILLER Hardware: ATLAS

Westerville Kitchen Remodel (5)

Kitchen Kraft

This Westerville Ohio Kitchen Remodel was designed by Senior Designer Jim Deen of Kitchen Kraft.
Mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and brown floor.

Dan's Oceanside Retreat

Hancock Lumber Kitchen Design Showroom

Inspiration for a beach style single-wall eat-in kitchen in Portland Maine with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen with Glass Tile Splashback and Window Splashback 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!