Mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Transitional Kitchen

Mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Leesburg, VA

WellCraft Kitchen and Bath

This is an example of a large modern eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Viking Kitchen

American Kitchen Cabinets

Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sacramento with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and blue cabinets.

Industrial Farmhouse Kitchen Remodel

Bennett Design Co.

This old home is in a trendy part of town and needed a kitchen to match its stylish owners and surrounding. For this space, we opted to focus on materials and finishes as the “look at me” items such as the custom vent hood surround, the island countertop, and the bead board ceiling. Mixing textures and colors also helps add dimension making it feel like it’s both “new” and true to the era of the home. Photos By: Michael Kaskel Photography

Breezy Blue Home

Courtney Thomas Design

We made some small structural changes and then used coastal inspired decor to best complement the beautiful sea views this Laguna Beach home has to offer. Project designed by Courtney Thomas Design in La Cañada. Serving Pasadena, Glendale, Monrovia, San Marino, Sierra Madre, South Pasadena, and Altadena. For more about Courtney Thomas Design, click here: https://www.courtneythomasdesign.com/

Legacy

A. Perry Homes

Beautiful kitchen with statement, pendant lighting
Photo of a large traditional kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, shaker cabinets, dark hardwood floors and grey benchtop.

Capabilities

Pomeroy Lumber Products, Inc.

This is an example of a small country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, brick splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

YC Residence

North Fork Builders of Montana, Inc.

Photography - LongViews Studios
Design ideas for a large country galley eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, with island, brown floor, medium wood cabinets, dark hardwood floors and grey benchtop.

Interiors

DM Contracting & Restoration

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall open plan kitchen in New York with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, with island, granite benchtops, grey splashback, white benchtop, an undermount sink, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Homes & Cottages

User

Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall separate kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Knox, IN. Haas Cabinetry. Upscale Modern Farmhouse Inspired

Bailey's Cabinets

Wall Cabinets Cabinet Brand: Haas Signature Collection Wood Species: Maple Cabinet Finish: Bistro Door Style: Dover Countertop: Granite Island Cabinet Brand: Haas Signature Collection Wood Species: Maple Cabinet Finish: Black Door Style: Dover Countertop: Oak John Boos Butcherblock, Red Appalachian color, Eased edge

Kavka Designs | Kitchen

Kavka Designs

Inspiration for a beach style kitchen in New York with white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Moran Custom Home

Alair Homes Barrie

This custom home features a grand entry, high ceilings, and luxurious finishes throughout the space.
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen Reface

Curk Interiors - Decorating Den Inc

Georg Paxton
Mid-sized transitional eat-in kitchen in Cincinnati with a double-bowl sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, grey floor and raised-panel cabinets.

Beautiful Kitchen Remodel w/Neutral Grey Tones

Tranquility Builders, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Hopkinton kitchen, Transitional kitchen with two islands

Westborough Design Center, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Boston with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands and brown floor.

Martis CAmp Lot 584

Kelly & Stone Architects

Vance Fox
This is an example of a mid-sized country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sacramento with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Recent Projects

Zeckser Custom Cabinets

Photo of a large country u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

UltraCraft Product Gallery

R & K Cabinets LLC

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances and dark hardwood floors.

Kitchen with Granite Benchtops and Dark Hardwood 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!