Renovated kitchen with distressed timber beams and plaster walls & ceiling. New windows to motor court. Custom carved soapstone sinks at both the window & the island. Leathered-quartzite countertops & backsplash. All appliances are concealed with wood panels. View to the living room beyond through the kitchen pass-through.

Country love

Collaroy Kitchen Centre

Inspiration for a large country galley kitchen in Sydney with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, black appliances, travertine floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Contemporary Dream Home

Factory Builder Stores

Ultracraft - High Gloss is the Edgewater Door Style in Flint - Darker Material is Piper Door Style Textured Melamine in Wired Brown
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Houston with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, grey benchtop and grey floor.

On the Bluff

User

Inspiration for a large country l-shaped separate kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

Sugarloaf Alley

Brad Ramsey Interiors

This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Nashville with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, beige floor, solid surface benchtops and travertine floors.

Altis

WL Harder Inc.

This is an example of a large modern u-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Meskinyar Residence

7Designs+Development

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, panelled appliances, travertine floors and with island.

Armstrong - Stones & Naturals

The Floor Store

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors and with island.

Sub Zero Wolf Kitchen Designs

Herbert H. Construction

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

McNiece ResidenceF

Natural Stone Source

Photo of a large mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Luis Obispo with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, distressed cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island, grey splashback and stone tile splashback.

French Country Kitchen

John McClain Design

This kitchen was updated while bringing in our client’s love for France. We decided the best approach was an updated French feel while modernizing the kitchen with a new layout and sophisticated finishes. New GE Café appliances, granite countertops and custom cabinetry round out this inviting kitchen. Another twist: Moroccan pendant lights to add a touch of glamour to the otherwise neutral room. Harvey Smith Photography

La cuisine

atelier mata

This is an example of a contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Montpellier with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, travertine floors, with island, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Kitchens

Teague Hunziker Photography

©Teague Hunziker
Design ideas for a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, multiple islands, beige floor and black benchtop.

Wadmalaw Island Home

Architrave

Tripp Smith
Large traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Charleston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, panelled appliances, travertine floors, with island, beige floor, an undermount sink and black benchtop.

Orchard Park Reserves House

HI-FIDELITY

Large mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, travertine floors, no island and brown floor.

Country Cottage

Sim Barker Interiors

Mid-sized country galley eat-in kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, coloured appliances, travertine floors and no island.

Eclectic Interest

Modern Kitchen Design

photo by Mark Karrer
Inspiration for a small traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, porcelain splashback, travertine floors and grey floor.

Traverse City Lakehouse

Amanda Rinke

Large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, multiple islands, grey floor and blue benchtop.

McDonald house

Michael Pullen Design, llc

Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Oklahoma City with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, with island, a farmhouse sink, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and travertine floors.

Luxury Kitchen Remodel with High End Cabinetry

Reed Design Build, LLC

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with stainless steel appliances, with island, shaker cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, travertine floors, grey cabinets and an undermount sink.

Kitchen with Grey Splashback and Travertine 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!