Natural Cherry kitchen in framed cabinetry with a shaker door in Frisco, CO. A suspended stainless steel hood w/ matching cook top and curved 12" overhang for seating make this a very functional island. Natural granite countertops with multicolor movement capture the Colorado landscape inside this beautiful kitchen. The staggered cabinetry created a unique look on the highly vaulted ceiling.

Lakeshore Home

TRUbuild Custom Homes & Renovations

Inspiration for a modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Toronto with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

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Crearte Interiors

Cuines Duran
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, no island, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, cement tiles, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Frisco Retreat

Colorado Kitchen Designs

Complete Home Remodel

American Home Improvement Inc.

This modern contemporary kitchen offers continuous countertops and ample cabinet storage creating an easy and convenient flow. It is made out of solid white cabinets with bronze hardware and accessories, white marble slab and matching backsplash to compliment the overall look of the kitchen.

Loung Kitchen

Turan Designs, Inc.

Formal Kitchen with Extravagant Hood
Inspiration for an expansive traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Teri Turan

Turan Designs, Inc.

Transitional White Kitchen
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with stainless steel appliances, granite benchtops, a double-bowl sink, white cabinets, shaker cabinets, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, granite splashback and beige benchtop.

Post WWII Rambler Kitchen Remodel

McCabe By Design LLC

To keep costs down the sink remained in it's original corner location. The glassed door and sided cabinet provides a beautiful display platform for collectible dishes. Photo: A Kitchen That Works LLC

Loung Kitchen

Turan Designs, Inc.

Traditional Kitchen with Formal Wood Hood
Expansive traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, beige benchtop and travertine floors.

Post WWII Rambler Kitchen Remodel

McCabe By Design LLC

A wall separating the kitchen and dining room was removed to open up the space and allow the natural light to flow. French doors to the back yard patio were added to the dining area, providing easy access to the BBQ. Custom white painted cabinetry, dark stained oak flooring and stainless steel appliances provide a fresh but timeless update to this post WWII rambler. Photo: A Kitchen That Works LLC

Post WWII Rambler Kitchen Remodel

McCabe By Design LLC

Two doors into this very small space required an extra pinch of ingenuity to make this kitchen function safely. To that end, a pull-out cutting board was built-in underneath the microwave to provide a safe landing space for hot foods/dishes. Photo: A Kitchen That Works LLC

NW Craftsman New Construction

McCabe By Design LLC

Inspiration for a large arts and crafts l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, with island, green splashback, granite splashback, bamboo floors, beige floor, green benchtop and vaulted.

Post WWII Rambler Kitchen Remodel

McCabe By Design LLC

Tennessee Valley Power Kitchen

Patti Ogden Design

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, green splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, brown benchtop and vaulted.

Tennessee Valley Power Kitchen

Patti Ogden Design

Tennessee Valley Power Kitchen

Patti Ogden Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, green splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, brown benchtop and vaulted.

NW Craftsman New Construction

McCabe By Design LLC

Ample room for seating provides space for a quick meal or a place to chat with the cook. A Kitchen That Works LLC
Large arts and crafts l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island, granite splashback, beige floor, green benchtop and vaulted.

Ferndale, MI Updating A 1920's Kitchen

Dan Davis Design

The exotic granite, extending to the ceiling, was the starting point for colors in the room and is a real showstopper. An open hood allows for more of the granite to be seen.

Tennessee Valley Power Kitchen

Patti Ogden Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, green splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, brown benchtop and vaulted.

Kitchen with Granite 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!