Kitchen in the Hobbit House at Dragonfly Knoll with wood cabinets, metal farmhouse sink, tile mosaic backsplash behind range, and tree trunk peninsula support.

Une cuisine éclectique - coin suspension

ROVT

Un univers néo-industriel suscité par une suspension à la fois originale, design et élégante.
Mid-sized eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Lyon with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, no island, an undermount sink, cement tile splashback and black appliances.

Acutonix Acupuncture Wellness Center

designBUILD.

Office Kitchenette
Photo of a small contemporary separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Coffee Shop Kitchens

Proline Range Hoods

Light Wood with white is such a great color palette! We also love the addition of plants in the design, overall amazing!
This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped separate kitchen in Salt Lake City with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Lookout

Emerald City Construction & Renovations

Our project involved a complete gutting and reframing of the main level of a stunning lake home located in Seattle, WA. Inspired by the minimalist Japandi design style, our goal was to transform the space into a serene and sustainable living environment that reflects the client's dream home. One of the major highlights of the remodel was vaulting the ceilings, which instantly added a sense of spaciousness and grandeur to the main level. This design element created an open and airy atmosphere, allowing natural light to flow freely throughout the space, and enhancing the connection between the indoors and the picturesque lake views outside. To align with the client's vision of an eco-friendly home, we carefully selected green building materials for the remodel. From sustainably-sourced wood for the flooring and trim, to low VOC paint for the walls, we prioritized environmentally-friendly options that are both beautiful and sustainable. We also incorporated energy-efficient lighting fixtures and appliances, as well as water-saving fixtures, to reduce the home's carbon footprint and create a more sustainable living space. The minimalist Japandi design aesthetic was brought to life through the use of a muted color palette, with soft earth tones and calming neutrals dominating the interior. Clean lines, simple forms, and natural textures were incorporated into the design, creating a harmonious blend of Japanese and Scandinavian influences. The result is a serene and tranquil space that exudes simplicity, functionality, and timeless elegance. Throughout the main level, we carefully curated furniture, fixtures, and decor that complemented the minimalist Japandi design concept. Thoughtfully selected furniture pieces with clean lines and natural materials were used, along with carefully chosen accent pieces such as shoji screens, tatami mats, and bonsai trees that added authentic Japanese touches to the space. Overall, the main level interior remodel of this lake home in Seattle, WA was a labor of love, bringing the client's dream home to life while incorporating sustainable and eco-friendly design principles. The result is a stunning living space that seamlessly blends minimalist Japandi design with a serene lakeside environment, providing a perfect retreat for the homeowners to enjoy for years to come.

Sleek Two-Tone Kitchen

Closet Envy

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Atlanta with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Beacon Hill Residence

grouparchitect

Architect: Grouparchitect. Builder: Barlow Construction. Photographer: AMF Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Fridge + Freezer

Kasper Custom Home Remodeling

A Miele fridge and freezer are paneled with Poliform cabinetry. To the right sits a full-height cabinet with two lower drawers, perfect for small appliances. Michael Hunter Photography

Treehouse atop Madison Valley I Seattle, Washington

Syltebo Wight Homes & Jon Syltebo Painting Company

Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen with Curved Tile Island

Stanton Homes

The open kitchen features a curved island with center raised bar and mini mosaic tile face. The two-level granite island with curved granite overhang is a truly custom centerpiece in this Raleigh Custom Home design. The kitchen cabinets are Hickory with Chestnut stain, full overlay, laminate interiors and dovetail softclose drawers.

Bright Transitional Kitchen in Cohasset

Transitions Kitchens and Baths

The light wood finish beaded inset kitchen cabinets from Mouser set the tone for this bright transitional kitchen design in Cohasset. This is complemented by white upper cabinets, glass front cabinet panels with in cabinet lighting, and a custom hood in a matching color palette. The result is a bright open plan space that will be the center of attention in this home. The entire space offers ample storage and work space, including a handy appliance garage. The cabinetry is accented by honey bronze finish hardware from Top Knobs, and glass and metal pendant lights. The backsplash perfectly complements the color scheme with Best Tile Essenze Bianco for the main tile and a border in Pesaro stone glass mosaic tile. The bi-level kitchen island offers space to sit. A sleek Brizo Solna faucet pairs perfectly with the asymmetrical shaped undermount sink, and Thermador appliances complete the kitchen design.

Transformation d'une cuisine bi colore et carreaux de ciments

Agence ATDECO

Optimisation de cette cuisine avec des meubles sur mesure, un style bien affirmé avec ses couleurs chaudes et sa crédence ! Tout a été refait et repensé par Atdeco et ses partenaires.

Contemporary Cottage

DeFalco Home Design

Arlington Cape Cod completely gutted, renovated, and added on to.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Wood Veneer Kitchen Cabinet Collection By Darash

By Darash - Kitchen Cabinets, Vanities & Closets

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern galley open plan kitchen in Austin with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, cement tile splashback, with island, grey floor, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, panelled appliances, cement tiles and grey benchtop.

Pitch Perfect

nimtim Architects

Anna + Tam
Photo of a small scandinavian single-wall kitchen in London with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, cement tile splashback and with island.

House of Blues

Alison Kandler Interior Design

Mark Lohman
Inspiration for an expansive beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, blue benchtop and brown floor.

Santa Monica - Smurfit - After

Pearl Remodeling

Custom, Contemporary Kitchen Design
This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Hancock Park Modern Organic Renovation

SHAPESIDE

Contemporary kitchen, concrete floors with light wood cabinetry accents with bold black and white tile backsplash and open shelving.
This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Granite / Golden Thunder

Indy Custom Stone

Design ideas for a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Granite / Golden Thunder

Indy Custom Stone

Kitchen with Light Wood Cabinets and Cement Tile Splashback 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!