Pasadena, MD Large White Quartz Kitchen Countertops

This kitchen features Calacatta Taj quartz countertops.
Large transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Baltimore with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Capitol Penthouse Condo Remodel

Davina Designs

This once entirely enclosed kitchen was in need a modern update. The clients wanted a space that could function for private gatherings as well as business functions. Complete with plug-ins and USB ports at every spot at the island and an over-sized banquet table to accommodate 12 if necessary, this condominium can host a variety of events. The panoramic views only make cooking in the gourmet kitchen, that much more enticing.

Beach Park Drive Residence

design styles architecture

This custom built 2-story French Country style home is a beautiful retreat in the South Tampa area. The exterior of the home was designed to strike a subtle balance of stucco and stone, brought together by a neutral color palette with contrasting rust-colored garage doors and shutters. To further emphasize the European influence on the design, unique elements like the curved roof above the main entry and the castle tower that houses the octagonal shaped master walk-in shower jutting out from the main structure. Additionally, the entire exterior form of the home is lined with authentic gas-lit sconces. The rear of the home features a putting green, pool deck, outdoor kitchen with retractable screen, and rain chains to speak to the country aesthetic of the home. Inside, you are met with a two-story living room with full length retractable sliding glass doors that open to the outdoor kitchen and pool deck. A large salt aquarium built into the millwork panel system visually connects the media room and living room. The media room is highlighted by the large stone wall feature, and includes a full wet bar with a unique farmhouse style bar sink and custom rustic barn door in the French Country style. The country theme continues in the kitchen with another larger farmhouse sink, cabinet detailing, and concealed exhaust hood. This is complemented by painted coffered ceilings with multi-level detailed crown wood trim. The rustic subway tile backsplash is accented with subtle gray tile, turned at a 45 degree angle to create interest. Large candle-style fixtures connect the exterior sconces to the interior details. A concealed pantry is accessed through hidden panels that match the cabinetry. The home also features a large master suite with a raised plank wood ceiling feature, and additional spacious guest suites. Each bathroom in the home has its own character, while still communicating with the overall style of the home.

Farmhouse Remodel

Judi Randall Design

Kitchen Remodel. Client requested Modern Farm House look on a budget! We worked with the existing cabinets and had them repainted and removed cabinets above the ventilation hood, reinstalled a Ship Lap hood exhaust. Counter top was reshaped into a modern rectangular shape with new Quartz Counter Top Material, mosaic backsplash, new fresh wall paint and luxury vinyl flooring to complete the farmhouse look and feel.

Pariente Residence- Kitchen Remodel

So Cal Builders & Design

Kitchen remodel with pre-made cabinets, gray tile floor and quartz countertop.
Inspiration for a large modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop and coffered.

Featured Projects

Baraca Design & Remodeling

Kitchen design led light design, modren
Photo of a small modern kitchen in Orange County with grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, brown floor, brown benchtop and coffered.

Modern city condo

Intrinsic Designs + Build Group

Small contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Cedarvale meets New York

Geometra Design Ltd.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Toronto with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop and coffered.

Private Waterfront Residence on the South River

Purple Cherry Architects

This is an example of a traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Baltimore with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, grey splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and coffered.

Alnwick Matt Light Grey Oak

The Rigid Kitchen Company

Range: Alnwick Colour: Light Grey Worktop: White Shimmer Quartz
This is an example of a small traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in West Midlands with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, a peninsula, grey floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Custom Gray kitchen cabinetry with natural Black Walnut Island

Custom Wood Designs Inc.

Custom Gray kitchen cabinetry with natural Black Walnut Island
Mid-sized traditional l-shaped kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, black benchtop and coffered.

Contemporary Masculine Remodel

Folding Chair Design

custom brass shelving
Large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Baltimore with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Manly Vale Kitchen

Northern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms

This is an example of a large beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor, grey benchtop and coffered.

Manly Vale Kitchen

Northern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms

Large beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor, grey benchtop and coffered.

CARIBBEAN COLONIAL

Harrell & Co Architects

PHOTOS BY LORI HAMILTON PHOTOGRAPHY
Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and coffered.

Ultimate NW Contemporary Architecture

Kritsonis Lindor

This is an example of an expansive u-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, grey benchtop and coffered.

Pasadena, MD Large White Quartz Kitchen Countertops

Creative In Counters

This kitchen features Calacatta Taj quartz countertops.
Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Baltimore with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Private Residence - Manhattan NY

Ward 5 Design

This is an example of a large modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and coffered.

Inverness Terrace . Bayswater . London W2

Workshop CJ Wood Architects

This space was re-created in the original part of the house - the 1980's suspended ceiling removed and original plaster work and cornices revealed. Contemrporary kitchen with marble surfaces. Storage wall conceals mechanical services.

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.

Kitchen with Grey Splashback and Coffered 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!