Transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, with island, multi-coloured floor, green benchtop and exposed beam.

Woodland Road Kitchen & Powder Room

Gerald Lee Morosco Architects, PC

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, green benchtop and coffered.

The Wood Residence

Timber Creek Construction

Photo of a transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, green benchtop, exposed beam and vaulted.

Country Club Hills Summerlin

E Design Home

Complete kitchen design and remodel.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island, beige floor, green benchtop and vaulted.

Breakfast Nook

Angela Reynolds Designs

Expansive transitional eat-in kitchen in Miami with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor, green benchtop and exposed beam.

Seaside Classics - Several Examples

San Luis Kitchen Co.

Rustic heartwood maple cabinets in a black glazed natural finish. Depending on how its decorated this kitchen could be seen as a country home, beach cottage, or even a transitional style space.

Organic Pantry

BRNS Design

Colorful refreshed kitchen pantry
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic eat-in kitchen in Dallas with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, green benchtop and recessed.

Client Projects

Wadsworth Design

Tuscany-style kitchen and casual dining area. Tapestry upholstered DR chairs and bar stools. Hanging pot rack with copper cooking utensils and dried garlic and pepper pods. Framed antique botanical prints of vegetables Multi-colored rectangular slate floors. Decorative vines and gourds atop the lighted cabinets. Large walk-in pantry. Farmhouse sink with copper faucets. Custom tile splash design. All tiles are sealed for stain resistance. Italian-style spiraled mini-columns on lower cabinets.

Complete Cottage Rebuild

Beyond Redesign

Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, green benchtop and exposed beam.

Prado De Los Gansos Residence

Jule Lucero, Interior & Architectural Designer

Jule Lucero recreated these kitchen cabinets to take advantage of the high, flat ceiling. She added built-up crown molding to create balance, elegance and an architectural statement. Glass front cabinet doors were added, as were open shelves, to strategically add visual depth. Seeded, bubble glass was used to create blurred privacy for flexible storage use. The cabinets were stripped (originally a stained dark mahogany), painted a crisp, warm white to offset the custom oak flooring, The island was increased with a new granite top, and custom recess with new corbels, for casual coffee, or dining.

Lustre

Variant Office Architecture & Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian single-wall open plan kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, concrete benchtops, panelled appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, green benchtop and exposed beam.

Woodside Kitchen Remodel

McCracken Studio

This open concept kitchen combined an existing kitchen and dining room to create an open plan kitchen to fit this large family's needs. Removing the dividing wall and adding a live edge bar top allows the entire group to cook and dine together.

Chiswick project

TPB Tech UK

TPB Tech has been developing a range of induction cookware that is stronger, more efficient and more practical than other induction hobs on the market. TPB Tech countertops use an innovative multilayered material rendering it scratch-resistant, heat-resistant and non-porous, making it durable and easy to clean even after continuous use. In addition, our individual induction system and customisable designs allow you to create the specific induction cooktop most suitable for your personal needs. The TPB range of induction hobs makes it easy to prepare, cook and serve food in the same area, resulting in minimal space usage for maximum practicality.

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.

Los Angeles, CA - Complete Remodel

Luxe Remodel

Mid-sized mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, green splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, green benchtop and vaulted.

Cottages at Triangle Ranch

Josh Wynne Construction

Cabana Cottage- Florida Cracker inspired kitchenette and bath house, separated by a dog-trot
Photo of a small country single-wall kitchen in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, light hardwood floors, no island, green benchtop and vaulted.

Kitchen Design

Studio Anva (Alyssa Anselmo)

Minimal Kitchen design for a client in Canada. Featuring kit kat tiles, all custom designed cabinetry along with a custom island that splits into two heights, one for adults, one height for children. Custom countertops designed as well featuring pieces of glass poured into concrete.

Contemporary kitchen for the city living.

KB Design +

A city condo needed an uplift, all finishes started to feel outdated, the kitchen's layout did not work for a dynamic couple who love to entertain and play Bridge with their friends on the regular basis. We developed a plan how to provide a luxurious experience and necessary changes in the limited space. The condo has some physical limitations as well, such as the load bearing walls could not be changed, the duct work had to stay in place, and the floor finishes had to satisfy strict sound restrictions.

Transitional Kitchen Remodel

Satin & Slate

Quartzite counter-tops in two different colors, green and tan/beige. Cabinets are a mix of flat panel and shaker style. Flooring is a walnut hardwood. Design of the space is a transitional/modern style.

Color!

San Luis Kitchen Co.

The unplanned growth of a true Tuscan farmhouse kitchen is mirrored here by combining different style cabinetry and counters and by using the dining table as an integral workspace. Corian counters at the sink are matched with a hand-pounded copper bar and a butcherblock island. The differing heights of the counters also add interest and ease of use -- you can stand at the high island to chop veggies and then rest your back by assembling hors d'oeurvres sitting down at the table. Note also the rough ceiling beams with grape-stake latticework, strongly colored & textured walls and arched niches, Wood-Mode Fine Custom Cabinetry, Brookhaven's Andover

All Ceiling Designs Kitchen with Green Benchtop 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!