Stephen Thrift Phtography
Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Raleigh with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, open cabinets and dark hardwood floors.

burlingame residence

serrao design/architecture

Free standing pantry in the kitchen creates a portal to the living room behind. john todd, photographer
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Contemporary Kitchen

Contemporary kitchen in Other with open cabinets and granite benchtops.

Rustic Private Lodge

Hamish Anderson Custom Homes

Inspiration for a large country l-shaped kitchen in Seattle with open cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, porcelain floors, with island and medium wood cabinets.

Hoegger Lake House Kitchen

Dura Supreme Cabinetry

This beautiful lake house kitchen design was created by Kim D. Hoegger at Kim Hoegger Home in Rockwell, Texas mixing two-tones of Dura Supreme Cabinetry. Designer Kim Hoegger chose a rustic Knotty Alder wood species with a dark patina stain for the lower base cabinets and kitchen island and contrasted it with a Classic White painted finish for the wall cabinetry above. This unique and eclectic design brings bright light and character to the home. Request a FREE Dura Supreme Brochure Packet: http://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochure Find a Dura Supreme Showroom near you today: http://www.durasupreme.com/dealer-locator Learn more about Kim Hoegger Home at: http://www.houzz.com/pro/kdhoegger/kim-d-hoegger

Naturally Urban

Marvin

This 1950s home was completely renovated with an all-new addition. The natural setting of the property significantly influenced the design. All new Marvin windows and doors worked in harmony with the updated layout to connect the interior of the home with the mature specimen trees outdoors. This provided a feeling of intimacy with the forest and privacy within the home.

Fairfax Station Kitchen - Base Shelves

Synergy Design & Construction

Mimicking a commercial kitchen, open base cabinetry both along the wall and in the island makes accessing items a snap for the chef. Metal cabinetry is more durable for throwing around pots and pans.

pantry customized

Interior Changes home design & consulting

This pantry is just off the kitchen and so the additional counter space is ideal for more prep space if needed. The interior was customized with hand shaped corbels and slide out trays.

Lake Charles wheelchair accessible home

Accessibility by Design, Inc.

Wheelchair accessible roll-under kitchen sink with hands-free faucet and shallow sink.
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New Orleans with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, medium hardwood floors, with island, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances and brown floor.

South Austin Ranch

Shilshole and Company

Carol Zimmerman
Design ideas for a mid-sized country galley eat-in kitchen in Austin with a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and no island.

Grand Prato Estate

Design West

Expansive Kitchen featuring massive center island
Expansive traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, metallic splashback, limestone splashback, panelled appliances, marble floors and with island.

Mid Century Kitchen

Du Bois Design Ltd

Designer: Natalie Du Bois Photographer: Jamie Cobel
Design ideas for a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Auckland with dark wood cabinets, brown splashback, mosaic tile splashback, light hardwood floors, an undermount sink, open cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances and no island.

Kitchen Remodeling Newark NJ Contractors Bathroom, Basement, Attic

JC Brothers General Contractor Siding Repair

As general contractors, we are in the business of remodeling kitchens in New Jersey and can deliver the kitchen of your dreams. This process adds value to and maintains the appearance of your home for years to come. To request a free, no-obligation estimate or learn more about kitchen remodeling,

Classic Tudor Remodel in Bend Oregon

Homeland Design, llc

This is an example of a traditional kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, granite benchtops, distressed cabinets and open cabinets.

Kitchen Remodel in Western Springs

Normandy Remodeling

The rustic characteristics of this Western Springs kitchen remodeling can be seen throughout the entire design. It was important for Normandy Designer Leslie Lee to complement the existing style of this home and she accomplished this by using rich color and decorative details.

Verdant Outdoor Kitchen

Dee's Kitchen King

Inspiration for a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, open cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, metallic splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and no island.

Pantry

Dwellings Design Group

Photo of a large transitional kitchen pantry in Orange County with an undermount sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, subway tile splashback and open cabinets.

Rustic Eclecticism Kitchen Remodel: Chester Springs, PA

HomeTech Renovations, Inc.

A dynamic and multifaceted entertaining area, this kitchen is the center for family gatherings and its open floor plan is conducive to entertaining. The kitchen was designed to accomodate two cooks, and the small island is the perfect place for food preparation while family and guests interact with the host. The informal dining area was enlarged to create a functional eating area, and the space now incorporates a sliding French door that provides easy access to the new rear deck. Skylights that change color on demand to diminish strong, unwanted sunlight were also incorporated in the revamped dining area. A peninsula area located off of the main kitchen and dining room creates a great space for additional entertaining and storage. Character cherry cabinetry, tiger wood hardwood flooring, and dry stack running bond slate backsplash make bold statements within the space. The island top is a 3" thick Brazilian cherry end grain top, and the brushed black ash granite countertops elsewhere in the kitchen create a beautiful contrast against the cabinetry. A buffet area was incorporated into the adjoining family room to create a flow from space to space and to provide additional storage and a dry bar. Here the character cherry was maintained in the center part of the cabinetry and is flanked by a knotty maple to add more visual interest. The center backsplash is an onyx slate set in a basketweave pattern which is juxtaposed by cherry bead board on either side. The use of a variety of natural materials lends itself to the rustic style, while the cabinetry style, decorative light fixtures, and open layout provide the space with a contemporary twist. Here bold statements blend with subtle details to create a warm, welcoming, and eclectic space.

Roselle Renovation

Briggs Design Associates, Inc.

The new pantry is located where the old pantry was housed. The exisitng pantry contained standard wire shelves and bi-fold doors on a basic 18" deep closet. The homeowner wanted a place for deocorative storage, so without changing the footprint, we were able to create a more functional, more accessible and definitely more beautiful pantry! Alex Claney Photography, LauraDesignCo for photo staging

Adler Kingfisher rd

Neo Building Design

This is an example of a small contemporary l-shaped kitchen pantry in Brisbane with a single-bowl sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Kitchen with Open Cabinets and Granite Benchtops 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!