Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen pantry in Portland with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, multiple islands, grey floor, black benchtop and recessed.

Waite Residence

Modern Smart Homes

Located on a lot along the Rocky River sits a 1,300 sf 24’ x 24’ two-story dwelling divided into a four square quadrant with the goal of creating a variety of interior and exterior experiences within a small footprint. The house’s nine column steel frame grid reinforces this and through simplicity of form, structure & material a space of tranquility is achieved. The opening of a two-story volume maximizes long views down the Rocky River where its mouth meets Lake Erie as internally the house reflects the passions and experiences of its owners. Photo: Sergiu Stoian

Sconset Cottage

Ackcnc, Inc.

Inspiration for a small beach style single-wall eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, limestone benchtops, panelled appliances, brown floor, white splashback, timber splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island and grey benchtop.

Heritage Renovation + Addition

Trendsetter Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional galley open plan kitchen in Perth with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback and with island.

Florida Cottage Renovation

Herscoe Hajjar Architects, LLC

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Spanish Colonial Kitchen

Dupont Cabinetry & Design

Kitchen with large island.
Design ideas for a mediterranean kitchen in Austin with distressed cabinets and copper benchtops.

Haas Signature Kitchen

Trinity Kitchen, Bath, and Lighting

Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige splashback, mosaic tile splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Period Inspired Kitchen Remodel: Wayne, PA

HomeTech Renovations, Inc.

This kitchen is reflective of the period style of our clients' home and accentuates their entertaining lifestyle. White, beaded inset, shaker style cabinetry provides the space with traditional elements. The central island houses a fireclay, apron front sink, and satin nickel faucet, soap pump, and vacuum disposal switch. The island is constructed of Pennsylvania cherry and features integral wainscot paneling and hand-turned legs. The narrow space that was originally the butler's pantry is now a spacious bar area that features white, shaker style cabinetry with antique restoration glass inserts and blue painted interiors, a Rohl faucet, and a Linkasink copper sink. The range area is a major feature of the kitchen due to its mantle style hood, handcrafted tile backsplash set in a herringbone pattern, and decorative tile feature over the cooking surface. The honed Belgium bluestone countertops contrast against the lighter elements in the kitchen, and the reclaimed, white and red oak flooring provides warmth to the space. Commercial grade appliances were installed, including a Wolf Professional Series range, a Meile steam oven, and a Meile refrigerator with fully integrated, wood panels. A cottage style window located next to the range allows access to the exterior herb garden, and the removal of a laundry and storage closet created space for a casual dining area.

Classic Traditional Kitchen Redesign

Nailed It Builders

Revitalize your home with Nailed It Builders' Classic Traditional Kitchen Redesign. Our skilled craftsmen blend timeless design elements with modern functionality, creating a kitchen that exudes elegance and sophistication."

Bowman Project - Kitchen Remodeling in Houston, TX

USA Cabinet Store - The Woodlands

Bowman Project - Kitchen Remodeling in Houston, TX Designer: Ted Showroom: Houston Cabinet Line: Ultracraft Door Style: Boston Arch Maple Project Cost: $75,000 - $100,000 Countertop: Taj Mahal Granite Backsplash: 3*6 AR98 Roman Skyline Faucet: Kohler Sink: 60/40 Stainless 18GA Knobs: JA Lafayette Cabinet Pull and Knob http://usacabinetstore.com/

Organic Mill Valley

Ann Lowengart Interiors

The three-level Mediterranean revival home started as a 1930s summer cottage that expanded downward and upward over time. We used a clean, crisp white wall plaster with bronze hardware throughout the interiors to give the house continuity. A neutral color palette and minimalist furnishings create a sense of calm restraint. Subtle and nuanced textures and variations in tints add visual interest. The stair risers from the living room to the primary suite are hand-painted terra cotta tile in gray and off-white. We used the same tile resource in the kitchen for the island's toe kick.

Kitchen with island bench overlooking rear yard

YBC One

Photo of a large modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with with island, a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Сталинка на Кутузовском проспекте

Алена Сковородникова

Дизайнер Алена Сковородникова Фотограф Сергей Красюк
Small eclectic single-wall eat-in kitchen in Moscow with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, copper benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, ceramic floors, multi-coloured floor and orange benchtop.

Naples Contemporary Project

The Decorators Unlimited

This contemporary home in Naples, FL incorporates beautiful natural textures and stones. The palette creates a warm and inviting space to relax and recline!

Lakefront Condo Remodel

Welling Construction

Vance Fox
Mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Sacramento with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, slate floors, a peninsula and copper benchtops.

[Private Residence] Rock Creek Cattle Company

Sway & Co. Interior Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, copper benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Contemporary Country House in Berkshire

Lucy Crockett Design

Lacy-Hulbert Interiors Ltd Michael Crockett Photography
Photo of a large contemporary eat-in kitchen in Berkshire with with island, limestone benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, flat-panel cabinets and an undermount sink.

Gorgeous Renovation London

Demand&Deliver Ltd

Nestled in sophisticated simplicity, this kitchen emanates an aesthetic modern vibe, creating a harmonious balance of calm and elegance. The space is characterized by a soothing ambiance, inviting a sense of tranquility. Its design, though remarkably simple, exudes understated elegance, transforming the kitchen into a serene retreat. With an emphasis on aesthetics and modern charm, this culinary haven strikes the perfect chord between contemporary style and timeless simplicity. With a built in cabinet with very spacious inside

Kitchen

Capital Design Cabinetry

Large arts and crafts eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, marble floors, with island, white floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Flinders Flair

Let's Talk Kitchens & Interiors

A contemporary holiday home located on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula featuring rammed earth walls, timber lined ceilings and flagstone floors. This home incorporates strong, natural elements and the joinery throughout features custom, stained oak timber cabinetry and natural limestone benchtops. With a nod to the mid century modern era and a balance of natural, warm elements this home displays a uniquely Australian design style. This home is a cocoon like sanctuary for rejuvenation and relaxation with all the modern conveniences one could wish for thoughtfully integrated.

Kitchen with Limestone Benchtops and Copper Benchtops 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!