Beautiful Maucabus Fantasy Granite Island and kitchen countertop. The blue, grey and off white hues match well with the farmhouse style decor of the home.

Modern Tuscan Elegance

Sophia M. Amiano

This stunning, timeless kitchen remodel completely changed the feel of the kitchen area. The kitchen previously had dark, wood-stained cabinetry as well as dark, cherry hardwood flooring throughout the home. When designing the new space, we made it clear to brighten up the cabinetry, but still, coordinate with the existing colors in the home. With this being said, the cabinetry features a custom paint finish, complete with a glaze. We also incorporated an island in this kitchen, giving this space even more storage as well as countertop space, giving this homeowner her dream kitchen she will be able to enjoy for years to come!

Mother-In-Law Suite Kitchenette

GMI Design Group

Caring for aging parents is both a joy and a challenge. The clients wanted to create a more aging-in-place friendly basement area for their mother. The existing kitchenette was more of a glorified bar and did not give her the option of cooking independently, and definitely not stylishly. We re-configured the area so it was all open, with full kitchen capabilities. All appliances were selected to cater to the mother's limited reach, so all functional storage and product usage can be done without raising arms excessively. Special storage solutions include a peg-system for a dish drawer, tiered silverware trays, a slide-up appliance garage, and pivoting pantry storage. The cabinets also give ample display space for her collection of antique glassware. In lieu of an island, we created a solid-surface top for a standard table so food can be prepped while sitting and without damaging the table top. All items reflect the mother's tastes and existing furniture so she can truly feel like this basement is her space, while still being close to her son and daughter-in-law.

Modern Wood and Grey

Budget 2 Beautiful Designs

We wanted to provide the best kitchen design with these very symmetrical feeling wooden shelves. Without the shelving spanning across the top of the sink, there would have been practically no upper shelving with the tight layout of this corner kitchen. Stained a slight grey to match the tones in the flooring, these shelves will be the perfect display area for bowls and dishes and glasses.

Recent Work

Allwest Projects

Design ideas for a large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Perth with white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, grey floor, white benchtop, flat-panel cabinets and a peninsula.

Westover

JAE Interiors LLC

Every inch of this small kitchen needed to be utilized in a smart and efficient manner. This was achieved by bringing the upper cabinets to the ceiling, adding roll out trays, and maximizing counter space which allows for two people to easily enjoy the space together. White glossy subway tiles brings in the natural light to bounce around the room.

Cherokee Circle: Transitional Craftsman HomeThis custom home beautifully blends

Timberlake Custom Homes

This custom home beautifully blends craftsman, modern farmhouse, and traditional elements together. The Craftsman style is evident in the exterior siding, gable roof, and columns. The interior has both farmhouse touches (barn doors) and transitional (lighting and colors).

Texas Farmhouse Kitchen

BreMarie Designs LLC

Large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Provenza Front Row

Mouery's Flooring

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Waypoint Living Spaces

Hometown Flooring, Kitchen & Bath

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island and brown floor.

Hallmark Floors Premium Vinyl Plank | Polaris - Champlain, Oak

Hallmark Floors

Hallmark Floors Polaris Champlain, Oak Premium Vinyl Flooring is 5.75” wide and was designed using high-definition printing in order to create the most genuine wood textures. This modern PVP collection has an authentic wood look due to the intricate layers of color & depth and realistic sawn cut visuals. Not to mention, Polaris is FloorScore Certified, 100% pure virgin vinyl, waterproof, durable and family friendly. You will love this premium vinyl plank for both its quality and design in any commercial or residential space. Polaris has a 12 mil wear layer and constructed with Purcore Ultra. The EZ Loc installation system makes it easy to install and provides higher locking integrity. The higher density of the floor provides greater comfort for feet and spine. Courtier contains no formaldehyde, has neutral VOC and Micro Nanocontrol technology effectively kills micro organisms.

Brentwood Condos

Green Tech Houses

Ammar Selo
Small transitional galley separate kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and no island.

Budget Friendly Condo Remodel

Essentia Interiors, Ltd.

Budget-friendly contemporary condo remodel with lively color block design motif is inspired by the homeowners modern art collection. Pet-friendly Fruitwood vinyl plank flooring flows from the kitchen throughout the public spaces and into the bath as a unifying element. Brushed aluminum thermofoil cabinetry provides a soft neutral in contrast to the highly-figured wood pattern in the flooring.

Cape Coral

Hello Kitchen

This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Kitchen (19), Lansdale, PA

Danken Corp.

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, no island and beige floor.

Mother-In-Law Suite Kitchenette

GMI Design Group

Modern Lake House

Haste Woodcraft

This is an example of a mid-sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, grey benchtop and timber.

Kitchen

Cool Mountain Construction, Inc.

Wonderful modern farmhouse style home. All one level living with a bonus room above the garage. 10 ft ceilings throughout. Incredible open floor plan with fireplace. Spacious kitchen with large pantry. Laundry room fit for a queen with cabinets galore. Tray ceiling in the master suite with lighting and a custom barn door made with reclaimed Barnwood. A spa-like master bath with a free-standing tub and large tiled shower and a closet large enough for the entire family.

Glass Fronted Display Cabinetry

Kitchen & Bath Design + Construction

Two upper cabinets are glass fronted to display dishware. These two cabinets flank the window to provide a lighter, more open feel. Photo by Chrissy Racho.

Open Concept Kitchen in Harvard Club in Fontana on Geneva Lake

Stebnitz Builders, Inc.

This summer cottage on the shores of Geneva Lake was ready for some updating. Where the kitchen peninsula currently sits was a wall that we removed. It opened up the room to the living and dining areas. They layout is perfect for summertime entertaining and weekend guests.

Kitchen with Granite Benchtops and Vinyl 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!