This kitchen boasts a beautiful AGA range. www.press1photos.com
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional eat-in kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, terra-cotta splashback, with island, brown floor, glass-front cabinets and grey benchtop.

Full House and Kitchen

Precision Cabinets Inc.

Main kitchen range and sink. With china cabinet beside floor to ceiling windows.
Design ideas for an expansive traditional galley open plan kitchen in Portland with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Marsh View Residence

ML Design, Allied ASID

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Charleston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Woodland Custom Home

Cabinetry by Cales, Inc.

Woodland Cabinetry Rustic Kitchen
Large country l-shaped kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Traditional Kitchen

Bridges Const.

This is an example of a mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, orange splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, a peninsula, orange floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Summit Avenue Charm

Indicia Interior Design

Design ideas for a traditional eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, green benchtop and shaker cabinets.

Avenida del Cazador Kitchen & Bar

Design Studio 1127

Expansive open plan kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, multiple islands and green benchtop.

West Loop Loft Kitchen

Amish Custom Kitchens

Gray stained, shaker style maple cabinets. Floating table height ledge on island. Dog bowls in pantry toekick. Photographer: Luke Cebulak
Inspiration for a large industrial u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Arched Range Hood with Corbels

Design Line Kitchens

Beautiful arched hood
Traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback and panelled appliances.

Colorful & Cheery

Sunnyfields Cabinetry

This is an example of a transitional eat-in kitchen in Baltimore with an undermount sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

Sneak Peek: Spanish Style New Construction

Melinda Mandell Interior Design

This kitchen is in a Spanish Style new construction home in the San Francisco Bay Area. Hand-painted terra-cotta tile framed in the backsplash have rust colors that connect with the red granite counters, the red knobs on the range, and red accents throughout the open great room. Photo by Melinda Mandell.

New White Spring

Granite Vision, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern u-shaped separate kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances and ceramic floors.

R.Apple and Co Kitchen Reno

R. Apple & Co.

This kitchen refresh included painting the island, updating the backsplash, hood and hardware. Replacing the cabinet upper trim.
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury single-wall open plan kitchen in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, black appliances, with island and terra-cotta splashback.

Berwyn Bungalow Kitchen

Imperial Kitchens and Baths, Inc.

This Berwyn Bungalow kept its charm when it expanded into the home's back porch. Quarter-sawn oak and custom stained glass (handcrafted by the homeowner) were incorporate into the new space that now accommodates a modern lifestyle. Photo Credits: Stephanie Bullwinkel

Tuscan

Built Green Custom Homes

Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

North Avenue

Pear Tree Design Group

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Covington, LA

Jenkins Homes, LLC

Photos taken by Cathy Carter with Fotosold
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional kitchen in New Orleans with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances and porcelain floors.

Parade 2015

Bayless Custom Homes

Large traditional l-shaped kitchen in Austin with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, cork floors and with island.

Designer Homes by Celebration Homes

Celebration Homes

Celebration Homes of Nashville TN
Inspiration for a large country open plan kitchen in Nashville with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Hill Crest

Laurie Gift

Wolf range with honed Absolute Black granite counter and shelf. Cle Tile backsplash in 4x4 "rice paper" terra-cotta tile.
Design ideas for an eclectic kitchen in Baltimore with white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances and black benchtop.

Kitchen with Granite Benchtops and Terra-cotta 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!