Wheelchair Accessible Kitchen Custom height counters, high toe kicks and recessed knee areas are the calling card for this wheelchair accessible design. The base cabinets are all designed to be easy reach -- pull-out units (both trash and storage), drawers and a lazy susan. Functionality meets aesthetic beauty in this kitchen remodel. (The homeowner worked with an occupational therapist to access current and future spatial needs.) Remodel using Brookhaven cabinetry.

North Dighton Kitchen

RIKB Design Build

This is an example of a large kitchen in Providence with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Pacific Station

RG Design Studio Inc.

Seating vignette at condo kitchen island
Design ideas for a small contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island and grey benchtop.

Garage Apartment to Guest House - Kitchen

PRIME1 Design

Design ideas for a small modern l-shaped kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, black appliances, vinyl floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Nakan Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | AZ

Flooret

Inspired by sandy shorelines on the California coast, this beachy blonde vinyl floor brings just the right amount of variation to each room. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.

Marysville Kitchen Remodel

Distinctive Interior Designs

This was an existing bar area and we painted and reused the upper, and all else is new and matches the kitchen.
Small scandinavian kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Mid-Century Modern Remodel

GMI Design Group

This 1950's home was chopped up with the segmented rooms of the period. The front of the house had two living spaces, separated by a wall with a door opening, and the long-skinny hearth area was difficult to arrange. The kitchen had been remodeled at some point, but was still dated. The homeowners wanted more space, more light, and more MODERN. So we delivered. We knocked out the walls and added a beam to open up the three spaces. Luxury vinyl tile in a warm, matte black set the base for the space, with light grey walls and a mid-grey ceiling. The fireplace was totally revamped and clad in cut-face black stone. Cabinetry and built-ins in clear-coated maple add the mid-century vibe, as does the furnishings. And the geometric backsplash was the starting inspiration for everything. We'll let you just peruse the photos, with before photos at the end, to see just how dramatic the results were!

Solid Vinyl Plank

Coles Fine Flooring

This light and bright kitchen features vinyl plank flooring, which is very easy to clean and maintain.
Photo of a large contemporary kitchen in San Diego with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and with island.

Neutral Coastal Style Home Remodel

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

We took a builder basic home and did what others said could not be done. We removed a structural wall that divided the family room -dining area with the living room. Moved the kitchen from its original layout to face the backyard with a view the whole family could enjoy. We focus on clean, simple lines, minimalism, and functionality without sacrificing beauty. White walls, wood floors, modern furniture, and minimalist decor are all hallmark traits of a California aesthetic. A lot of cost were invested into changing the structure so we keep the materials simple, but we were still able to add wood features in the home like the island, the warm toned light fixture centered over the island adds depth to this personal home. Designer Bonnie Bagley Catlin Builder Artistic Design and Remodeling Photographer James Furman

Hilton British Cottage

Aeris Home

If I were to explain the atmosphere in this home, I’d say it’s happy. Natural light, unbelievable view of Lake Murray, the mountains, the green hills, the sky – I used those natural colors as inspiration to come up with a palette for this project. As a result, we were brave enough to go with 3 cabinet colors (natural, oyster and olive), a gorgeous blue granite that’s named Azurite (a very powerful crystal), new appliance layout, raised ceiling, and a hole in the wall (butler’s window) … quite a lot, considering that client’s original goal was to just reface the existing cabinets (see before photos). This remodel turned out to be the most accurate representation of my clients, their way of life and what they wanted to highlight in a space so dear to them. You truly feel like you’re in an English countryside cottage with stellar views, quaint vibe and accessories suitable for any modern family. We love the final result and can’t get enough of that warm abundant light!

2013

Mid-Dakota Lumber & Supply, Inc

Rustic Hickory Kitchen with Farmhouse Sink and Walk-through Pantry
Photo of a country u-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and with island.

Fremont Cherry and Copper Kitchen

Anna Jacoby Interiors

This kitchen features Shaker-style cherry cabinets with a natural, clear finish, and a mix of brushed nickel, stainless steel and copper accents. The backsplash is travertine subway tiles, with a decorative band of copper and marble. Copper accessories adorn the counter tops, and a copper pendant light hangs over the sink. The flooring is a luxury vinyl tile. Photos by Ian Coleman

Matt Graphite and Pale Grey Breakfasting Kitchen and Family Room

Newcastle Kitchen & Bedroom Co

Part of a multi-room project consisting of: kitchen, utility, media furniture, entrance hall and master bedroom furniture, situated within a modern renovation of a traditional stone built lodge on the outskirts of county Durham. the clean lines of our contemporary linear range of furniture -finished in pale grey and anthracite, provide a minimalist feel while contrasting elements emulating reclaimed oak add a touch of warmth and a subtle nod to the property’s rural surroundings.

Hilton British Cottage

Aeris Home

Contemporary Two Tone Kitchen

Julia Zettler Design

This contemporary kitchen features shaker natural maple cabinets and a charcoal gray large eat at island. Flanking the induction cooktop are maple cabinets with inset charcoal doors and seeded glass panels.

Fletcher Hills Home Remodel

M Prevost Design

California casual kitchen remodel showcasing white oak island and off white perimeter cabinetry
Large beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, porcelain splashback, vinyl floors, with island and grey benchtop.

Bright and easy clean

APEX Design Build

Traditional kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Falls Church Townhouse Kitchen

Eddie Beans - Bray & Scarff of North Arlington

Cabinets: Omega Dynasty, Ultima, Natural Plywood Flooring: Elevations Maple 408 - Luxury Vinyl Counters: Dupont Zodiaq, London Sky - Ogee Edge Appliances: Kitchenaid

Sleek and Simple Kitchen Remodel

Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.

Mike Kaskel
Mid-sized u-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and no island.

Armstrong - High Quality Flooring

Wood Brothers Carpet

Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts galley eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen with Light Wood Cabinets and Vinyl 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!