Greg Reigler
Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped kitchen in Miami with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop, grey splashback and brown floor.

Modern Scandinavian Kitchen

Jarrell Signature Inc

Bethany Jarrell Photography White Oak, Flat Panel Cabinetry Galaxy Black Granite Epitome Quartz White Subway Tile Custom Cabinets
This is an example of a large scandinavian eat-in kitchen in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Alabaster Shaker Kitchen

Interiors 4 Living

The large drawer base and overhead mantle encapsulate this 6 ring hob to create a beautiful focal point. The units at either side create balance and symmetry. The tall oven housing and integrated fridge freezer placed along one wall creates drama and boldness, yet this is balanced by the opposing window which brings light into the soft tones of this gorgeous room!

Project 640

Jim Morrison Construction INC

Design ideas for a large country open plan kitchen in Sacramento with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and granite benchtops.

Custom Project by VelArt - Harbour House, Bal Harbor

Velart Custom Kitchens & Closets

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen pantry in Miami with white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, with island, black benchtop and flat-panel cabinets.

Chouinard Kitchen Renovation

CarpetsPlus Colortile MA

Eric Pavao
This is an example of a small modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Providence with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

West Chop

D.Best Construction, Inc.

Contemporary kitchen, Granite countertops, island, renovation, vaulted ceiling, cathedral ceiling, window above sink
Beach style kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, grey splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, grey benchtop, granite benchtops, ceramic splashback and brown floor.

Modern Lake Placid Residence

Phinney Design Group

Elizabeth Pedinotti Haynes
Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Burlington with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Monticello, IN. BaileyTown USA Cabinetry, White Maple Kitchen

Bailey's Cabinets

Cabinet Brand: BaileyTown USA Wood Species: Maple Cabinet Finish: White Door Style: Chesapeake Countertop: Granite with white sparkle
Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula, beige floor and black benchtop.

Commerce Island Residence

TR Design Group "The" Residential Design Group

This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey floor, beige benchtop, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Parade of Homes 2018 Garden Home

Roland Builder, Inc.

Alan Wycheck Photography The kitchen features painted cabinetry, grand 8" island, granite countertops and GE Cafe Slate appliances.
Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Lakewood Space Saving Kitchen Renovation

TVL Creative Ltd.

This kitchen remodel in Lakewood has undergone such an amazing transformation from a dark, dated space to bright and functional! We experienced many obstacles in this tight space but was able to design around the challenges to create a beautiful and functional space. The original design intent was to bring the cabinets all the way to the ceiling but found out this wasn’t an option as all the soffits had interior mechanical systems and couldn’t be reconfigured. One solution was to raise the soffits on the range and sink walls to gain an extra 6” of cabinet space and build out the soffit above the refrigerator to create a custom built-in look. This extension of the soffit created the perfect opportunity for a narrow pantry cabinet facing the dining room which adds much needed storage space. By painting the soffits the same color as the cabinets, we were able to install the crown trim on top of the soffit in lieu of the cabinets to create the illusion of taller cabinets and lengthening the ceiling height. We omitted the wall cabinet to the left of the range to create a more open space both visibly and functionally. This provided the opportunity to install an accent pendant over the open counter which has been lowered to maintain one counter height throughout for a seamless look. Decorative door panels give the perfect finishing touches on the cabinetry and truly convey a custom look. The cabinets were finished in Waypoint’s Shaker style in Linen color and were paired with Amrock’s stunning gunmetal finish hardware. The existing floor tile was replaced with Daltile’s Forest Park Maple wood-look plank which now extends into the dining room creating a natural separation of kitchen/dining space to the adjacent Family room. The warmth of the floor tile compliments the Linen cabinetry color and Gunmetal finishes throughout. This beautiful kitchen offers a beautiful and functional design solution and we are thrilled our client can love their personalized kitchen for many years to come!

St James White Painted Cabinets

Port City Cabinets

Kitchen Highlights: -White painted cabinets -Custom wood hood -Kitchen with barn door to pantry -Seeded glass doors
This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Luxury New Construction

AFFORDABLE KITCHENS & BATHS

Gorgeous, simple, clean coffee bar with white shaker cabinets, beige subway tile, beautiful granite, and tall cabinets with glass front accents.
Expansive transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in St Louis with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Principio

Burdge & Associates Architects

Modern Home designed by Burdge and Associates Architects in Malibu, CA.
Photo of a contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, no island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired Remodel

SKP Design

This family fell in love with a beautiful Frank Lloyd Wright inspired home that needed a few updates to fit their lifestyle. They needed more functional kitchen space for caterers and also for their own love of cooking. The kitchen island was redesigned to improve function and add extra oven space, a wine fridge and a prep sink. Block Builders replicated the original cabinetry style for the island and added Frank Lloyd Wright design elements to all of the cabinets. Custom Motawi tile and a stainless exhaust hood are featured above the Wolf range. Window banquette seating designed for the dinette makes the space more welcoming and comfortable. Hubbardton Forge lighting fixtures complete the new look. Photographer: Casey Spring

Mettawa Illinois French Country Kitchen with Art Tile Backsplash

Orren Pickell Building Group

Chef's kitchen with white perimeter recessed panel cabinetry. In contrast, the island and refrigerator cabinets are a dark lager color. All cabinetry is by Brookhaven. Kitchen back splash is 3x6 Manhattan Field tile in #1227 Peacock with 4.25x4.25 bullnose in the same color. Niche is 4.25" square Cordoba Plain Fancy fIeld tile in #1227 Peacock with fluid crackle finish and 3.12 square Turkistan Floral Fancy Field tile with 2.25x6 medium chair rail border. Design by Janet McCann. Photo by Mike Kaskel.

Oak Kitchen Makeover

Designs by BSB

The clients believed the peninsula footprint was required due to the unique entry points from the hallway leading to the dining room and the foyer. The new island increases storage, counters and a more pleasant flow of traffic from all directions. The biggest challenge was trying to make the structural beam that ran perpendicular to the space work in a new design; it was off center and difficult to balance the cabinetry and functional spaces to work with it. In the end it was decided to increase the budget and invest in moving the header in the ceiling to achieve the best design, esthetically and funcationlly. Specific storage designed to meet the clients requests include: - pocket doors at counter tops for everyday appliances - deep drawers for pots, pans and Tupperware - island includes designated zone for baking supplies - tall and shallow pantry/food storage for easy access near island - pull out spice near cooking - tray dividers for assorted baking pans/sheets, cutting boards and numerous other serving trays - cutlery and knife inserts and built in trash/recycle bins to keep things organized and convenient to use, out of sight - custom design hutch to hold various, yet special dishes and silverware Elements of design chosen to meet the clients wishes include: - painted cabinetry to lighten up the room that lacks windows and give relief/contrast to the expansive wood floors - monochromatic colors throughout give peaceful yet elegant atmosphere o stained island provides interest and warmth with wood, but still unique in having a different stain than the wood floors – this is repeated in the tile mosaic backsplash behind the rangetop - punch of fun color used on hutch for a unique, furniture feel - carefully chosen detailed embellishments like the tile mosaic, valance toe boards, furniture base board around island, and island pendants are traditional details to not only the architecture of the home, but also the client’s furniture and décor. - Paneled refrigerator minimizes the large appliance, help keeping an elegant feel Superior cooking equipment includes a combi-steam oven, convection wall ovens paired with a built-in refrigerator with interior air filtration to better preserve fresh foods. Photography by Gregg Willett

Mt Baker Kitchen

Pamela Allen Architecture

Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Seattle with an undermount sink, white splashback, panelled appliances, slate floors, coffered, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, with island and black benchtop.

Harvard St Kitchen

SJ Interior Design Studio: Sara Iborra, ASID

Shaker style kitchen with colorful fun accents! Photos by SJIborra
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

All Cabinet Finishes Kitchen with 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!