Inspiration for a country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, brown floor and black benchtop.

Craftsman Farmhouse

Interiors by J. Curry

Country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, brown floor and black benchtop.

South West London Home

Sascal Studio Ltd.

Eclectic u-shaped kitchen in London with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, a peninsula, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Retro Kitchen Remodel in Humboldt Park Chicago

Chi Renovation & Design

A retro 1950’s kitchen featuring green custom colored cabinets with glass door mounts, under cabinet lighting, pull-out drawers, and Lazy Susans. To contrast with the green we added in red window treatments, a toaster oven, and other small red polka dot accessories. A few final touches we made include a retro fridge, retro oven, retro dishwasher, an apron sink, light quartz countertops, a white subway tile backsplash, and retro tile flooring. Home located in Humboldt Park Chicago. Designed by Chi Renovation & Design who also serve the Chicagoland area and it's surrounding suburbs, with an emphasis on the North Side and North Shore. You'll find their work from the Loop through Lincoln Park, Skokie, Evanston, Wilmette, and all of the way up to Lake Forest. For more about Chi Renovation & Design, click here: https://www.chirenovation.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.chirenovation.com/portfolio/1950s-retro-humboldt-park-kitchen/

Surf City

Serenity Design

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula and multi-coloured floor.

European modern meets Burbank farmhouse bungalow.

Metropolis Drafting and Construction Inc

Who said that a Burbank bungalow home needs to be doll and old fashioned. In this Burbank remodeling project we took this 1200sq. bungalow home and turned it to a wonderful mixture of European modern kitchen space and calm transitional modern farmhouse furniture and flooring. The kitchen was a true challenge since space was a rare commodity, but with the right layout storage and work space became abundant. A floating 5' long sitting area was constructed and even the back face of the cabinets was used for wine racks. Exterior was updated as well with new black windows, new stucco over layer and new light fixtures all around. both bedrooms were fitted with huge 10' sliding doors overlooking the green backyard.

CLELAND

open mode

The wall was removed in this location providing space for counter seating. The open white oak shelving in the back provides a focal point while the soft green hues of the shaker custom cabinets compliment the surrounding natural tones.

The green kitchen - Cuisine sur-mesure

Atelier Sagitta

Photo of a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, green splashback, black appliances, a peninsula, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Mallory Remodel

Reliable Quality Construction Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula, white floor and brown benchtop.

West Linn Mid-Century

Maria Lawler Architecture LLC

Custom cabinetry in open kitchen/ dining area.
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Richmond Charm

Richmond Noland Company

Kitchen renovation by Adlich Renovations. Kraftmaid cabinetry Lyndale door in Bonsai finish. Sink is an Elkay farmhouse fireclay with a Delta Trinisic faucet in Champagne Bronze. Cabinetry, sink and faucet supplied by Richmond Noland Company.

Contemporary kitchen, Wimbledon

Nelson Taylor

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary eat-in kitchen in Surrey with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, solid surface benchtops, green splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula and white floor.

Hyde Park Kitchen

Metro Design Build Inc.

L-shaped kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, white splashback, black appliances, a peninsula, grey floor and black benchtop.

Lewisham provenance Kitchen

piqu

This recently completed provenance by piqu kitchen design makes the most of the limited space available and whilst not the biggest project, everything has been included that you would need. Designed and handcrafted in our workshop in Orpington, the end result is very clean and uncluttered and we absolutely love the cool and calming colours from Farrow & Ball – Treron and School House White coupled with the brass fittings, lighting and Quorn stone floor chosen by our clients.

Hidden Gem

Esslinger Design Company

Cabinet paint color: Cushing Green by Benjamin Moore
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Retro Kitchen Remodel in Humboldt Park Chicago

Chi Renovation & Design

French Country Kitchen

Unorthobox Wood Designs, Inc

This traditional French country kitchen boasts a copper hood and raised paneled, distressed painted cabinets. Photos by Alistair Tutton Photography
Large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with raised-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors, an undermount sink, panelled appliances, brown floor, green cabinets and a peninsula.

Punchards Down

Green Bird Workshop

The gorgeous shade of Craig & Rose hand painted door and drawer fronts blends tastefully with our solid oak worktops, floating shelves and scooped handle design in this Totnes kitchen.

Kitchen Renovation Project in Spring Hill (Timber Pines)

DCI Home Improvements

A great example of use of color in a kitchen space. We utilized seafoam green and light wood stained cabinets in this renovation in Spring Hill, FL. Other features include a double dishwasher and oversized subway tile.

Aspley House

Bella Vie Interiors

Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Brisbane with a walk in butlers pantry. Features an integrated sink, flat panel, pale green cabinets with overhead light timber cabinets, open shelves and white engineered stone benchtops. Pale blue kit kat tile splashback and white subway splashback with oak timber flooring.

Kitchen with Green Cabinets and a Peninsula 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!