This is an example of a small transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, no island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

#The Gourmet Kitchen

Angie Keyes CKBD

The main island stayed in its original shape with minor arranging of appliances and adding drawers. The second island was enlarge slightly to accommodate a better selection of appliances as we added a second dish washer drawer and ice maker. Again we used better storage solutions when replacing the old cabinetry.

Redland Town House

Sustainable Kitchens

Shaker style kitchen with oak cabinets painted in Farrow & Ball Purbeck Stone with an Australian Juparana Sandstone worktop.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, limestone floors, with island and granite benchtops.

Greenwich Georgian

VanderHorn Architects

This is an example of a traditional separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors and with island.

Barton Creek

Capstone Custom Homes

Spanish style house in the beloved Barton Creek neighborhood
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors and with island.

Cotswold Family Home

Claire Halstead Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized country galley eat-in kitchen in Gloucestershire with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, limestone floors, no island, beige floor, beige benchtop and exposed beam.

Farmhouse Views

Artisans of Devizes

This Jersey farmhouse, with sea views and rolling landscapes has been lovingly extended and renovated by Todhunter Earle who wanted to retain the character and atmosphere of the original building. The result is full of charm and features Randolph Limestone with bespoke elements. Photographer: Ray Main

HOUSE IN KENSINGTON

STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, grey floor, multi-coloured benchtop and coffered.

Dream Kitchen

Evenflow Interiors

Design ideas for a large country galley kitchen pantry in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Tudor house

Sarah Gordon Home

A Tudor home, sympathetically renovated, with Contemporary Country touches Photography by Caitlin & Jones
This is an example of a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors, no island and multi-coloured floor.

Mansard Cottage, Ford

Closa

Adam Carter
Large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Wiltshire with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, limestone floors and no island.

Grade II listed Islington Georgian Townhouse

Emilie Fournet Interiors

Basement Georgian kitchen with black limestone, yellow shaker cabinets and open and freestanding kitchen island. War and cherry marble, midcentury accents, leading onto a dining room.

Cosy and Modern Barn

Cat Dal Interiors

Inspiration for a country kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors, with island and blue benchtop.

New Jersey Modern Farmhouse

Dan Ruhland Designs LLC

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen Photo by Laura Moss
This is an example of a large country l-shaped kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, limestone floors, with island, stainless steel appliances and black floor.

Contemporary Flat Panel Cabinet Kitchen with Glass Front Cabinets

CabinetWerks by Orren Pickell

This light wood contemporary kitchen features opaque glass cabinet doors, flat panel cabinetry, and a glass topped semi-circular island. Photo by Linda Oyama Bryan. Cabinetry by Wood-Mode/Brookhaven.

Polo Club Interior Remodel

Robert R. Larsen, Architect

Imported European limestone floor slabs. Trimless polished white plaster walls. Reclaimed rustic wood beams. Antique limestone counters & sink. Robert R. Larsen, A.I.A. Photo

Elevated Farmhouse Kitchen

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

Our client desired a bespoke farmhouse kitchen and sought unique items to create this one of a kind farmhouse kitchen their family. We transformed this kitchen by changing the orientation, removed walls and opened up the exterior with a 3 panel stacking door. The oversized pendants are the subtle frame work for an artfully made metal hood cover. The statement hood which I discovered on one of my trips inspired the design and added flare and style to this home. Nothing is as it seems, the white cabinetry looks like shaker until you look closer it is beveled for a sophisticated finish upscale finish. The backsplash looks like subway until you look closer it is actually 3d concave tile that simply looks like it was formed around a wine bottle. We added the coffered ceiling and wood flooring to create this warm enhanced featured of the space. The custom cabinetry then was made to match the oak wood on the ceiling. The pedestal legs on the island enhance the characterizes for the cerused oak cabinetry. Fabulous clients make fabulous projects.

Modern Desert Residence

IMI Design, LLC

Anita Lang - IMI Design - Scottsdale, AZ
This is an example of a large modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors, with island and beige floor.

French Country Estate

VanderHorn Architects

This is an example of a l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors and with island.

Classically Cozy Kitchen

Kristina Ciccu Interior Design

Design ideas for a small transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, no island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Kitchen with Ceramic Splashback and Limestone 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!