Elegant arts and crafts custom kitchen in white quarter sawn oak.
Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts eat-in kitchen in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, metallic splashback, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, yellow floor and beige benchtop.

Back Painted Glass Backsplash

Builders Glass of Bonita and The Glass Shoppe

This moody blue backsplash was custom color matched using ultra clear glass. Electrical outlets were covered using real glass cover plates also custom color matched and painted

Kailua main beach house kitchen

H-1 Construction, LLC

Hawkins Biggins Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style kitchen in Hawaii with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances and concrete floors.

Scottsdale Kitchen Remodel AP

Luxury Remodels Company

Modern kitchen design by Luxury Remodels
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, metallic splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Traditional White Icing Kitchen remodel with click lock plank vinyl flooring

Cyr Kitchen and Bath

This kitchen remodel was designed by Gail from our Manchester showroom. This kitchen remodel features Yorktowne Iconic cabinets with maple wood Roma flat panel door style (Shaker) and White Icing paint finish. This remodel also features a granite countertop with White mist color and a pencil edge. The flooring is a vinyl click lock plant type of flooring by Armstrong in Goncalo color. The kitchen backplash is Crystal shores diamond brick joint with mapei with grout color Iron #107. Other features include Blanco Granite composite farm sink with Cinder color, Moen faucet & soap dispenser with a chrome finish. The hardware is flat black cup pulls for drawers and knobs for all the doors.

Natural Charm

Kitchen Mania

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Auckland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Coate Avenue, Alphington

User

Kitchen
This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped kitchen pantry in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, red splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Arlington, Virginia - Contemporary - Kitchen

Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath

Arlington, Virginia Contemporary Kitchen #JenniferGilmer http://www.gilmerkitchens.com/ Photography by Bob Narod

Coronado Home Remodel- Kitchen

Design Studio West

This dual zoned kitchen called for a duo of cabinet finishes. Teak and wire brushed oak cabinetry was used to create a soft organic feel to the contemporary design. The wood graining on the cabinetry was used in different directions to add texture and interest in the space. Glass upper doors and a custom painted glass back splash add dimension and depth while the dark granite countertops and a dark stained toe kick create a sense of stability grounding the space. By Design Studio West

Kitchen

Camber Construction

Contemporary kitchen in San Francisco with glass-front cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, red splashback and glass sheet splashback.

Shingle Style Lake Home

James McNeal Architecture and Design

In partnership with Charles Cudd Co. Photo by John Hruska Orono MN, Architectural Details, Architecture, JMAD, Jim McNeal, Shingle Style Home, Transitional Design White Kitchen, Accent Island, Dining Room, Open Concept, Lake View

Moderne Updated

House of Funk

Photography by Laura Desantis-Olssen
Photo of a small contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and no island.

A Final Kitchen

Partners 4, Design

Gilbertson Photography
Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

A Kitchen Remodel that Sings the Blues? The Results are Amazing.

Jacobson Construction, Inc.

This is the story about a kitchen that was showing it’s age with white countertops and dark oak cabinets on a dark oak floor. It all worked once, but now the kitchen felt dark, cramped and dysfunctional. The owners were looking for a total kitchen transformation. After a disastrous beginning with a contractor taking their money and vanishing into thin air, the owners were left with a completely gutted kitchen that consisted of only the walls. They hired Rick Jacobson to rescue them and restart the project. The new kitchen design began with the idea of using Cobalt Blue as a primary color. The blue seen on many glassware pieces is Cobalt Blue, and it was decided to use it in the tile for the kitchen, as well as the pendant lights. Another goal was to make the kitchen brighter with an easier traffic flow, as well as completely updated cabinetry. And there were traffic patterns to improve, a refrigerator to move, and exhaust vents to reroute. Rick Jacobson listened to the owners and worked to create the kitchen that the owners imagined. He began by thinking through the traffic flow patterns. He noted that the doorway from the dining room needed to be widened. He added rounded doorway headers to match the home’s existing décor. He carefully thought through where the kitchen island should be, including how opening the oven doors would be in relation to people sitting at the kitchen island at a family gathering. Kitchen cabinet touches include off edge flat panel doors, soft close wooden drawers, and a spice cabinet with two slide-out racks. The new longer center island features a drawer microwave that opens and closes automatically with the push of a button. The center island also features two recycling bins and seating for four. Rick even thought of adding decorative elements to the existing half wall to make it look in line with the kitchen island. The kitchen’s black granite countertops offer an unusually appealing view: There are lots of interesting reflections throughout the kitchen. Another of Rick’s touches is that all of the lights, including recessed ceiling lights, three cobalt blue pendant lights and below cabinet lights are on dimmers which work to balance daytime and nighttime lighting. The under mounted stainless steel single sink is complemented with a gooseneck faucet. The stainless steel gas range is thin enough to allow for a wide drawer below for utensils, and the stainless steel vent hood is vented through the ceiling to outdoors, allowing additional storage space in the top cabinets. Double ovens with white doors are the perfect match to the cabinets, with a location that makes baking and roasting easier with the two large vertical storage for baking sheets and supplies nearby. The result: A functional, open, bright and Cobalt blue kitchen.

Elisabeth & Pierre

Amandine Tosello

Peter Giles
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Nice with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Skandinavisk Køkken

This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian galley eat-in kitchen in Aarhus with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Stone Grey Kitchen & Living Area

Planet Furniture

This recently completed project, in a mansion apartment in Harpenden, is a great example of how a modern kitchen with neutral colours can be perfect for an open living space. The light filled kitchen is from our Next125 range and has a Stone Grey Satin Lacquer finish and a Caesarstone Concrete Quartz worktop. Appliances from Siemens and Fisher & Paykel have been chosen for their innovative design and functionality but also look sleek and unobtrusive. The design possibilities of the Next125 range means we were able to extend the cabinetry into the living space with the matching Media Unit which has Stone Grey base units. To unify the space between the kitchen and living areas the bespoke shelving of the media unit has been stained to match the Solid Oak breakfast bar in the kitchen area. To complete the look, the bright splashback in the kitchen provides an injection of colour which reflects the colour accents throughout the apartment.

Barton Creek Residence

Nix Group Architects

The large island kitchen with a high vaulted ceiling and breakfast nook beyond. Both are oriented with views of the pool terrace and Texas Hill Country beyond. The kitchen area is delineated as a core feature of the house, differentiated from the adjoining rooms through the use of contrasting warm gray colored walls with aluminum reveals. Centered is the cooking and seating island with cabinets made of high-gloss Heather Maple, with a Azul Volga Blue granite countertop. Around the island are the perimeter work areas, appliances and cabinets made of high-gloss earthenware Cherry with Lagos Caesarstone countertops. The cabinet doors are detailed with custom inlaid stainless-steel strips to compliment the appliances. The backsplashes are layered glass with a sandwiched wallpaper of a shimmery and flowy mercurial silver matrix. They extend from the counter height backsplash surface up to above the upper cabinets, behind backlit glass shelves. The generous windows are oriented towards the pool terrace and the Texas Hill Country beyond.

Modern Shaker-style Kitchen

Panelform

This is an example of a mid-sized country galley eat-in kitchen in Christchurch with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Modern Gloss Beige & Black Kitchen in Wemyss Bay

Affordable Luxuries

Our latest kitchen project is located in the seaside town of Wemyss Bay. Our clients came to us wanting to update their kitchen and make it more modern while incorporating a dining area. We made sure to utilise every storage space available using Pronorm Y-line cabinetry in Gloss Cubanite. Its sleek handleless beige doors with a high-gloss finish create an elegant, modern look that is perfect for this kitchen. We complemented this with Nero Granite worktops made of speckled dark grey material. The black glass backsplash was the perfect finishing touch to add more contrast and drama. The appliances are from Siemens, including a black oven that perfectly matches the black glass backsplash.

Kitchen with Granite Benchtops and Glass Sheet 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!