Transformational design taking an enclosed fifties kitchen into an open concept floor plan. Stainless steel appliances, solid surface counter tops, and glass tile back splash create a light open atmosphere. The kitchen is now easy for everyday use as well as entertaining.

North of Nell

Anne Grice Interiors

Full height glass tile and polished resin upper cabinets create a clean, bright look in the kitchen.
Photo of a mid-sized modern galley kitchen in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances, with island, porcelain floors, glass tile splashback and dark wood cabinets.

Multi-Cultural Mountain Home, Full Home Design

User

Distressed, black cabinets and a neutral ceiling frame a kitchen accented with brushed nickel hardware, countertops of brushed black granite, stainless steel appliances (hood, stove, oven, microwave and refrigerator) and a brushed nickel faucet. Vintage, hand-blown amber glass pendants hang above rattan bar stools and dark walnut hardwoods, with a turquoise glass tile backsplash providing a pop of color.

Open Space Kitchen

SweisKloss

The design criteria for this home was to create an open floor plan while still defining the various uses within the space. Through the play of finishes and architectural decisions, the kitchen, living room, and dining room flow well from space to space.

Hearthstead

Structural Dimensions, Inc.

Opened up the kitchen to the rest of the home. Quarter sawn cherry cabinets, oscurro mist antiqued granite, merbau hardwood flooring, & Marvin 3- 5' x 6' venting picture windows give us a wonderful view of the new deck space & fabulous back yard.

Contemporary, clean, warm kitchen

Kristin Lam Interiors

Clean, contemporary white oak slab cabinets with a white Chroma Crystal White countertop. Cabinets are set off with sleek stainless steel handles. The appliances are also stainless steel. The diswasher is Bosch, the refridgerator is a Kenmore professional built-in, stainless steel. The hood is stainless and glass from Futuro, Venice model. The double oven is stainless steel from LG. The stainless wine cooler is Uline. the stainless steel built-in microwave is form GE. The irridescent glass back splash that sets off the floating bar cabinet and surrounds window is Vihara Irridescent 1 x 4 glass in Puka. Perfect for entertaining. The floors are Italian ceramic planks that look like hardwood in a driftwood color. Simply gorgeous. Lighting is recessed and kept to a minimum to maintain the crisp clean look the client was striving for. I added a pop of orange and turquoise (not seen in the photos) for pillows on a bench as well as on the accessories. Cabinet fabricator, Mark Klindt ~ www.creativewoodworks.info

Traditonal Kitchen

Chalet

Calcutta Gold Marble counter top. Design by Chalet
Design ideas for a traditional galley kitchen in Denver with stainless steel appliances, marble benchtops, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets and glass tile splashback.

Zero Energy House

Levy Art + Architecture

This project aims to be the first residence in San Francisco that is completely self-powering and carbon neutral. The architecture has been developed in conjunction with the mechanical systems and landscape design, each influencing the other to arrive at an integrated solution. Working from the historic façade, the design preserves the traditional formal parlors transitioning to an open plan at the central stairwell which defines the distinction between eras. The new floor plates act as passive solar collectors and radiant tubing redistributes collected warmth to the original, North facing portions of the house. Careful consideration has been given to the envelope design in order to reduce the overall space conditioning needs, retrofitting the old and maximizing insulation in the new. Photographer Ken Gutmaker

Farmsworth Residence

Drawing Dept

2013 Honorable Mention: CRANawards 2011 Merit Award: Cincinnati Design Awards Photography: Hal Barkan
Inspiration for a contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Cincinnati with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, glass tile splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Woodmeister Master Builders - WestWind

Woodmeister Master Builders

End grain bamboo cabinets,bio glass counters make, and recycled glass back splash tiles make this a very 'green' kitchen.
Design ideas for a small beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, glass benchtops, green splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, glass tile splashback and turquoise benchtop.

Lauren Brandwein

Rock House Design

Jessamyn Harris Photography Master Touch Construction
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Small Contemporary Kitchen

Robin Rigby Fisher, CMKBD/CAPS/CLIPPS

A small kitchen needs to be designed by being cognizant of every kitchen item the client owns and when the kitchen is only 90 sq ft, this can be quite challenging! The original kitchen housed a double wall oven, cook top and 36” range. Since space was at a minimum and the client’s list for appliances was extensive (range, warming drawer, wine refrigerator, dishwasher, ref) we had to think quite creatively. We also had 2 doors to contend with and 2 focal points to create! The first step was to move to a 27” wide refrigerator, this gained 9 additional inches of working counter space between the sink and refrigerator. Opting for a 24” wide single bowl sink over the original 30” netted a total of 15” for a tray divider cabinet and 39” of working counter space between the sink and the refrigerator! The new 30” range was positioned as star on the same wall as the existing cook top. Since the space did not lend us the ability to balance the cabinet doors sizes on both sides of the hood, we chose a door style that focused your eyes not on the overall size of the door, but on the vertical detailing. The subtle grain of the Rift White Oak further minimized the odd sizing of the doors. (NOTE: THE COLOURS OF THE KITCHEN ARE REPRESENTED PROPERLY IN THE PHOTO OF THE RANGE WALL) To help create a visual width of the room – we used a glass tile set in a horizontal pattern. Our ultimate goal for this space was to create a calm and flowing space, all appliances are fully integrated to enhance the visual flow to the room. Materials used: • Sink: Blanco Silgranite 511-714 – 24” undermount • Faucet: Moen Showhouse S71709CSL – Satin Chrome • ISE Water filter and Hot water dispenser • Neil Kelly Signature Cabinets – FSC Certified Riftsawn White Oak, Low VOC finish, Non Urea Added Formaldehyde Plywood construction • Sugastune pulls • Appliance pulls: Atlas • Granite – Aqualine • Flooring: Solida 6mm glue down cork • Tile: Opera Glass – Stilato Satin • Paint: Devine – Low VOC paint • Appliances: o Hood – Venta Hood o Range – Jennair o Refrigerator – SubZero o Dishwasher – Bosch o Warming Drawer – Dacor o Wine Refrigerator – U-line • Lighting – Compact fluorescent recessed Cans • Undercabinet lighting – Zenon

Kitchen

Elizabeth P. Lord Residential Design LLC

Photo of a traditional kitchen in Denver with stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, wood benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback and white cabinets.

DC Row Home Kitchen - Range

Synergy Design & Construction

The clients of this DC rowhome opted for ceramic floor tile that resembles hardwood. Radiant heating underneath keeps the room warm from the floor up in the winter.

Eichler kitchen remodel

Carol Gillum, CKD

Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Omaha with a double-bowl sink, white appliances, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and glass tile splashback.

Transitional custom home in Winter Park Florida

Element Home Builders

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orlando with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and quartz benchtops.

Kitchen Remodel in Puyallup, WA

Bezruchuk Inc

Cabinetry: The kitchen features shaker-style cabinets which are a hallmark of transitional design, offering a clean line that's more contemporary than traditional ornate cabinetry, but not as stark as modern styles. Color Palette: The use of a neutral color palette with soft grays contributes to a serene and timeless feel. Countertops: The countertops are full marble, which adds a touch of elegance common in transitional kitchens. Flooring: The hardwood flooring brings warmth to the space, which is a characteristic feature of a transitional kitchen. Lighting: The use of simple yet sophisticated pendant lights over the island adds a contemporary touch while providing functional lighting. Open Concept: The open layout to the living area is a modern aspect of design, while the furniture style maintains a traditional comfort.

Birchwood Lodge

Philip Patrick Interiors

A beautiful Shaker kitchen painted in Shaded White and Pitch Black by Farrow & Ball. The kitchen is enhanced by the dramatic vaulted ceiling allowing light to penetrate the space.

Beach House

Sarah Schmidt

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style galley open plan kitchen in Hawaii with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Canyon Meadows Residence

LD&A

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Calgary with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Kitchen with Glass Tile 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!