Green Country Kitchen Farmhouse kitchen with Passthrough

The owner said "any color but white" for her farmhouse kitchen country kitchen. Earthy and elemental materials are selected for the home that reference the barn without directly mimicking it. Wooden members found inside the barn and from other barns bridge ceilings and are used in floors along with rustic slate adding to a sense of simplicity to the farmhouse design.

Fitler Square Trinity

Kaminski + Pew

Compact galley kitchen, with all appliances under-counter. Slate tile flooring, hand-glazed ceramic tile backsplash, custom walnut cabinetry, and quartzite countertop.

Mid-Century Kitchen

place architecture:design

This kitchen renovation reconfigured the existing layout and workspace to re-orient the circulation toward the adjacent spaces. The flow and ease of use was essential for this couple who enjoy cooking and baking. The use of natural materials, clean lines and abundance of light was a top priorities for this project.

Art Nouveau Row House

Jaeger & Ernst Custom Cabinetmakers

Narrow spaces are dicey challenges. The space must flow to allow for the ebb and passage of we humans. It is not enough to think in straight lines. Sometimes juts and recess may affect our perception and usage of the space. Look within the fining room in the corner. There is one of the original house corner cabinets with a leaded glass design. We brought the design for unity into the kitchen. This willingness to bend a knee to the original architecture of the home increases the chances of success in smaller spaces. We may think each rom must be different however when done with ill thought, without any consideration for the rest of the house, the result more likely is a jarring sensation. Design well, seek beauty and quality. Jaeger and Ernst cabinetmakers believes in design and quality. Image # 21068.6 Photographer: Greg Jaeger

California Bungalow Kitchen

Uhrich Design

Uhrich Design
Transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and with island.

Ellenville Kitchen

KSB Build

Design ideas for a mid-sized country galley kitchen in New York with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, green splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, no island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Lancaster Modern Cottage

Barefoot Dwelling

Phase 2 of our Modern Cottage project was the complete renovation of a small, impractical kitchen and dining nook. The client asked for a fresh, bright kitchen with natural light, a pop of color, and clean modern lines. The resulting kitchen features all of the above and incorporates fun details such as a scallop tile backsplash behind the range and artisan touches such as a custom walnut island and floating shelves; a custom metal range hood and hand-made lighting. This kitchen is all that the client asked for and more!

Lakeside Remodel

User

digitalmagic productions
This is an example of a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and with island.

Transitional Kitchen & Bath

CG&S Design-Build

This kitchen features a Kohler under mount apron sink as well as a prep sink at the island from Mirabelle; Blanco faucets (Culina & Cantata respectively); the pendants above the island are from Schoolhouse Electric & Supply Co Design by Mark Evans | Tommy Kile |

Historic Takoma Park Addition

Grossmueller's Design Consultants

This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, green splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, black floor and green benchtop.

Encino Modern

Tracy A. Stone Architect

This kitchen remodel involved the demolition of several intervening rooms to create a large kitchen/family room that now connects directly to the backyard and the pool area. The new raised roof and clerestory help to bring light into the heart of the house and provides views to the surrounding treetops. The kitchen cabinets are by Italian manufacturer Scavolini. The floor is slate, the countertops are granite, and the raised ceiling is bamboo. Design Team: Tracy Stone, Donatella Cusma', Sherry Cefali Engineer: Dave Cefali Photo by: Lawrence Anderson

Mountain Contemporary

Elevation Custom Builders, LLC

Glenn Tinnin Photography
Photo of a contemporary eat-in kitchen in Albuquerque with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and with island.

Louden Kitchen

Aegean Design Studio

Natalie Larriva
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with glass-front cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and slate floors.

Encino Modern

Tracy A. Stone Architect

This kitchen remodel involved the demolition of several intervening rooms to create a large kitchen/family room that now connects directly to the backyard and the pool area. The new raised roof and clerestory help to bring light into the heart of the house and provides views to the surrounding treetops. The kitchen cabinets are by Italian manufacturer Scavolini. The floor is slate, the countertops are granite, and the ceiling is bamboo. Design Team: Tracy Stone, Donatella Cusma', Sherry Cefali Engineer: Dave Cefali Photo by: Lawrence Anderson

Riverview Kitchen in Tarrytown

Suzy Allman

Floor-to-ceiling handmade terracotta tile, glazed in seafoam green, in a kitchen whose colors are inspired by the nearby Hudson River. Built-in microwave oven in the kitchen island. Architect: Fivecat Studio Cabinetry: Crown Point Cabinetry Contractor: Comstock Residential Counter, tile, floor tile: Terra Tile and Marble Photo by Suzy Allman

Mid-Century Modern Kitchen Rehab

Don Foote Contracting

View from kitchen into hall. Three drawers built into wall. Pantry closet finished with full height tough latch door to match the kitchen. Photo by Todd Gieg

erin mills project - kitchen

User

Donna Griffith Photography
Asian kitchen in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and with island.

Kitchen

Normandy Remodeling

This traditional kitchen features subtle pops of color and plenty of visual interest. The tile backsplash features decorative tiles that create visual interest and a focal point for the kitchen. The vent hood enhances the visual appeal in the space by using texture and complementary colors that are seen throughout the traditional kitchen.

Wet Bar with Beer and Seltzer Tap

J Davey

Cabinets from Conestoga Wood Specialties (Conestogawood.com) from Cabinet Joint (Cabinetjoint.com) Backsplash tile: Quemere Beer tap, Seltzer Tap, Chilled Filtered Water, Hot/Cold Walnut Counter: Armani Fine Woodworking ( http://www.armanifinewoodworking.com/ )

Fitler Square Trinity

Kaminski + Pew

Detail of small kitchen with compact range. Slate tile flooring, hand-glazed ceramic tile backsplash, custom walnut cabinetry, and quartzite countertop.

Kitchen with Green Splashback and Slate 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!