Inspiration for a small industrial single-wall kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white benchtop and multi-coloured floor.

Roseville Modern Spanish Colonial Kitchen

Nar Design Group

Meal preparation & clean-up is a group activity for this family of 5, and full days are spent baking, cooking & canning together. They needed more functional storage and wished for a spacious and beautiful place to congregate and work seamlessly together. The peninsula and non-structural arch that divided the kitchen from the family room were removed in order to create a large open area. Also removed were the dated soffits which instantly created the feeling of higher ceilings and allowed a feature wall of beautiful encaustic tiles to run all the way up behind the custom plaster hood. Turning and positioning the new island along the width of the window wall gave the family twice as much counter space and seating. The space that was once a hallway became the perfect place to position a dining table. The new 8' window washes the space in an abundance of inviting natural daylight, showcasing views to the greenbelt adjacent to their property. The hand distressed hickory cabinet run - custom designed to house a 5' Galley Workstation - has a furniture feel and its own distinctive hardware. Classic patterned encaustic tiles and favorite colors were incorporated to reflect the family's preferences for a modern Spanish colonial feel. Wood grain porcelain tile floors make for easy cleanup for an active family with kids and dogs and a pool. Photo credit: Fred Donham of Photographerlink

Covington 150

Omega Builders

This is an example of a large arts and crafts galley open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and with island.

modern white and grey

Chalkhouse Kitchens

The new owners of this traditional semi in Cardiff wanted to create a light, bright sleek kitchen that was contemporary but not stark. Most of thec upboard doors were painted in a soft shade of chalky white whilst the tall larder and fridge were in oak to add warmth and richness to the room. Adding in an open shelving unit in a dark grey to pick up the colour of the quartz worktop brought the separate elements of the room together. The original galley kitchen had been extended to open up the space so to counteract the corridor effect this created we divided the area into kitchen and hallway by making a tall cloaks cupboard and low level area for keys and telephones in white to tie in with the kitchen but create a divide between the two separate areas..

Scandi-Inspired Modern Kitchen

Transform-A-Space

Inspiration for a scandinavian u-shaped kitchen in Adelaide with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, laminate floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Lake Charlevoix Beachfront Remodel

Birchwood Construction Company

Northern Michigan summers are best spent on the water. The family can now soak up the best time of the year in their wholly remodeled home on the shore of Lake Charlevoix. This beachfront infinity retreat offers unobstructed waterfront views from the living room thanks to a luxurious nano door. The wall of glass panes opens end to end to expose the glistening lake and an entrance to the porch. There, you are greeted by a stunning infinity edge pool, an outdoor kitchen, and award-winning landscaping completed by Drost Landscape. Inside, the home showcases Birchwood craftsmanship throughout. Our family of skilled carpenters built custom tongue and groove siding to adorn the walls. The one of a kind details don’t stop there. The basement displays a nine-foot fireplace designed and built specifically for the home to keep the family warm on chilly Northern Michigan evenings. They can curl up in front of the fire with a warm beverage from their wet bar. The bar features a jaw-dropping blue and tan marble countertop and backsplash. / Photo credit: Phoenix Photographic

TEQUESTA - NORTH JUPITER, FLORIDA

Premium Kitchens

CARLOS ARIZTOBAL
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

Shaker White Kitchen Cabinets

Bliss Cabinets

Shaker White Kitchen Cabinets
This is an example of a mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, no island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Beautiful Retirement Home

Radiant Blue Homes

White kitchen with slate cabinets. The counter tops are granite and the backsplash is glass tiles
Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, laminate floors, with island, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and stainless steel appliances.

Two-tone Transitional Kitchen: Wedgewood Blue Kitchen Island

Tesi Design, Inc. Interiors and Cabinetry

The kitchen island's door style mimics the raised panel of the perimeter's cabinetry. This island was crucial to the design of this kitchen. It provided additional drawer storage for smaller items, a much needed work surface, a casual dining space and a home for the client's wine refrigerator. Photography: Vic Wahby Photography

Golden Line

iPozdnyakov Studio

Designer: Ivan Pozdnyakov Foto: Olga Shangina
Small contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, white appliances, laminate floors, brown floor, grey benchtop, a peninsula and an integrated sink.

Linkwood - Harvey Reno

MMI Design

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white benchtop and brown floor.

Osprey Landing

Josh Wynne Construction

Ryan Gamma
This is an example of a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and white cabinets.

Nicklaus House - Kitchen

Louise Stapleton Interiors

Elegant open concept kitchen design paired with dining room and usable island
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orlando with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

Ben Lomond renovation project

Eden Builders

This is an example of a large mediterranean galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Modern Victorian Gem

Copper Leaf Interior Design Studio

Rick Lee Photo
Photo of a large traditional single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, brown splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, black benchtop and quartzite benchtops.

Вид из гостиной на кухню

«Точка дизайна»

Фото Михаил Степанов.
Photo of a small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, white appliances, porcelain floors, no island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Details, Details, Details

Deskins Group LLC

This project was a typical suburban house that the owner wanted to modernize. The home was only 10 years old so we reused the cabinets and appliances. We lowered the bar and added some farmhouse style accents.

KITCHEN FULL RENOVATION

FCM Remodelings

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Квартира на Большом Козихинском переулке

Василий Чернов / Premium Design

This is an example of a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Laminate Floors and Porcelain 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!