Photo of a beach style u-shaped kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and white benchtop.

Napoli Drive

Martin Construction Company

Mediterranean l-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, with island, a farmhouse sink, multi-coloured splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, multi-coloured benchtop and green cabinets.

Compact Modern Kitchen Design-Chicago

Benvenuti and Stein

Zen-like kitchen has white kitchen walls & backsplash with contrasting light shades of beige and brown & modern flat panel touch latch cabinetry. Custom cabinetry made in the Benvenuti and Stein Evanston cabinet shop. Norman Sizemore-Photographer

El Segundo Farmhouse

StyleQ Construction Inc.

Inspiration for a beach style kitchen in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Secluded Ct

Riverside Builders, Inc.

Large transitional kitchen in Sacramento with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, beige floor, white benchtop and multiple islands.

Hip Haven in Hayes Valley

Regan Baker Design Inc.

Suzanna Scott Photography
This is an example of a midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, green splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop, an undermount sink and subway tile splashback.

Rénovation totale

Rénovation Sur Mesure

Meero
Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, grey benchtop and flat-panel cabinets.

European Organic Modern-- Kitchen

Design Loves Detail

This is an example of a beach style kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Hilltop Kitchen & Dining

Elena Calabrese Design & Decor

Michelle Drewes
Mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, with island, grey benchtop, stainless steel appliances, brown floor, a drop-in sink and light hardwood floors.

Savvy interiors

West coast cabinetry

Savvy interiors
Country l-shaped kitchen in San Diego with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

U-District Contemporary Tudor Remodel

RW Anderson Homes

Interior Design by ecd Design LLC This newly remodeled home was transformed top to bottom. It is, as all good art should be “A little something of the past and a little something of the future.” We kept the old world charm of the Tudor style, (a popular American theme harkening back to Great Britain in the 1500’s) and combined it with the modern amenities and design that many of us have come to love and appreciate. In the process, we created something truly unique and inspiring. RW Anderson Homes is the premier home builder and remodeler in the Seattle and Bellevue area. Distinguished by their excellent team, and attention to detail, RW Anderson delivers a custom tailored experience for every customer. Their service to clients has earned them a great reputation in the industry for taking care of their customers. Working with RW Anderson Homes is very easy. Their office and design team work tirelessly to maximize your goals and dreams in order to create finished spaces that aren’t only beautiful, but highly functional for every customer. In an industry known for false promises and the unexpected, the team at RW Anderson is professional and works to present a clear and concise strategy for every project. They take pride in their references and the amount of direct referrals they receive from past clients. RW Anderson Homes would love the opportunity to talk with you about your home or remodel project today. Estimates and consultations are always free. Call us now at 206-383-8084 or email Ryan@rwandersonhomes.com.

29th Street

Leo Claudio Cabinets

This is an example of a small contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, light hardwood floors and with island.

Foreshore House

Vitale Design

Beach style galley eat-in kitchen in Sydney with white splashback, light hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Los Gatos courtyards house

ANAV-DESIGN

black frame windows, fireclay tiles, floating shelves, ikea Kitchen cabinets, light blue backslash, oak floor, open layout, skylights, waterfall island, West Elm bar chairs,

Coastal Kitchen Remodel

Andrea Bartholick Pace Interior Design

Rick Pharaoh
Inspiration for a beach style l-shaped kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Ravina

Wanda Ely Architect Inc.

The kitchen is designed for two serious home chefs who often entertain guests for dinner parties. Merging the kitchen and dining room into a singular space was a strategic design decision to both foster their style of ‘chefs table’ entertaining, and also make the most efficient use of valuable floor space - a common consideration in most Toronto homes. The table becomes an island-like surface for additional prep space, and also as the surface upon which the meal is eventually enjoyed.

Wimbledon Modern Shaker Kitchen

Brayer Design

Modern Shaker Kitchen Design with pale green hand painted cabinets and brushed stainless steel recessed handles. Featuring Caesarstone Quartz worktops, Quooker tap, Falmec extractor and Gaggenau ovens, cooker top and gas hob. Breakfast bar and open shelf in Prima Heart Ash with a vintage oil finish. Photography by Nick Smith

San Mateo Complete Home Remodel

Baron Construction and Remodeling

Baron Construction & Remodeling Co. Kitchen Remodel & Design Complete Home Remodel & Design Master Bedroom Remodel Dining Room Remodel
Inspiration for a beach style u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor, white benchtop, a farmhouse sink, marble benchtops and ceramic splashback.

Kirkland Remodel

Kimberlee Marie Interiors

It’s always a blessing when your clients become friends - and that’s exactly what blossomed out of this two-phase remodel (along with three transformed spaces!). These clients were such a joy to work with and made what, at times, was a challenging job feel seamless. This project consisted of two phases, the first being a reconfiguration and update of their master bathroom, guest bathroom, and hallway closets, and the second a kitchen remodel. In keeping with the style of the home, we decided to run with what we called “traditional with farmhouse charm” – warm wood tones, cement tile, traditional patterns, and you can’t forget the pops of color! The master bathroom airs on the masculine side with a mostly black, white, and wood color palette, while the powder room is very feminine with pastel colors. When the bathroom projects were wrapped, it didn’t take long before we moved on to the kitchen. The kitchen already had a nice flow, so we didn’t need to move any plumbing or appliances. Instead, we just gave it the facelift it deserved! We wanted to continue the farmhouse charm and landed on a gorgeous terracotta and ceramic hand-painted tile for the backsplash, concrete look-alike quartz countertops, and two-toned cabinets while keeping the existing hardwood floors. We also removed some upper cabinets that blocked the view from the kitchen into the dining and living room area, resulting in a coveted open concept floor plan. Our clients have always loved to entertain, but now with the remodel complete, they are hosting more than ever, enjoying every second they have in their home. --- Project designed by interior design studio Kimberlee Marie Interiors. They serve the Seattle metro area including Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, Medina, Clyde Hill, and Hunts Point. For more about Kimberlee Marie Interiors, see here: https://www.kimberleemarie.com/ To learn more about this project, see here https://www.kimberleemarie.com/kirkland-remodel-1

Downey Street: A spacious new kitchen for two home chefs

IDF Studio

Timeless white kitchen with Carrara marble backsplash and custom gray-green island. Photo by Christopher Stark.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop, quartz benchtops, marble splashback and beige floor.

Kitchen with Light Hardwood 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!