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.

French Country Florida Style

Waterview Kitchens

Gorgeous French Country style kitchen featuring a rustic cherry hood with coordinating island. White inset cabinetry frames the dark cherry creating a timeless design.

West Hollywood - New Construction

Luxe Remodel

Large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, panelled appliances, marble floors, with island, black floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Pullman Estate Kitchen Renovation

ABLAZE Design Group (ABL)

We are firm believers in form follows function, especially in kitchens. When styling a kitchen try to avoid too much clutter on the surface, so carefully consider jars, canisters and items that tie in other uses. In enclosed kitchen spaces, when you want visual impact, but want to keep things light and airy, consider clear stools and pendant lighting. Every room can benefit from a touch of greenery, so natural herbs are a great way to add some life in a very practical way.

French inspired Reno

reDesign home | chicago

Inspiration for a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Proline ProV W Series Stainless Steel Wall Range Hood

ProHoods

The Proline ProV wall mounted range hood is incredibly versatile. With the purchase of a ProVW range hood, you have three blower options: 1200 CFM local blower, 1300 CFM inline blower, and 1700 CFM local blower. You can't go wrong with any of these blower options! If you want a model that is a little quieter, go with the inline blower. This blower will be inside your ductwork rather than inside the range hood. In terms of power, the ProVW is unmatched. 1200+ CFM will accommodate any cooking style. Turn your hood on and before you know it, all of the grease, smoke, and dirt in your kitchen air will be outside your home. The ProVW is complete with bright LED lights and dishwasher-safe baffle filters to save you time cleaning in the kitchen. For more specs, check out the product pages below. https://www.prolinerangehoods.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=Pro%20V%20wall

Contemporary Custom Rift Oak Cabinets

Castor Inc.

Custom, rift white oak, slab door cabinets. All cabinets were book matched, hand selected and built in-house by Castor Cabinets. Contractor: Robert Holsopple Construction Counter Tops by West Central Granite

Villa Origami

MORE Projects Mallorca S.L.

Projectmanagement and interior design by MORE Projects Mallorca S.L. Image by Marco Richter
Design ideas for a large contemporary galley kitchen in Palma de Mallorca with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, white benchtop and grey floor.

Farnham

Lewis Alderson & Co.

Classic tailored furniture is married with the very latest appliances from Sub Zero and Wolf to provide a kitchen of distinction, designed to perfectly complement the proportions of the room. The design is practical and inviting but with every modern luxury included.

Anchor Bend

Artistic Interior Design/Amy N. Lee, ASID

Inspiration for a large modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Charlotte with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, marble floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

Unsere Ausstellung am Neumarkt in Köln

SieMatic am Neumarkt

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Cologne with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black appliances, marble floors, with island, beige floor, black benchtop, an undermount sink and white splashback.

Lighting Design, Holland Park

Light House Designs Ltd

Light House Designs were able to come up with some fun lighting solutions for the home bar, gym and indoor basket ball court in this property. Photos by Tom St Aubyn

Grey Family Kitchen

Tom Howley

If you’re cooking up a storm for the family or entertaining friends with afternoon tea, a kitchen island doesn’t have to be conventional. Surprising design features are a hallmark of every Tom Howley design. Sweeping breakfast bars, curved islands and clever lighting arrangements create an environment that exceeds your expectations. This elegant design is understated in its use of colour which allows the unique, multi-level curved island to take centre stage. With its concealed lighting, it really adds an aesthetic quality to the room that has become synonymous with the Tom Howley brand.

Custom Mosaic Backsplash

Fratantoni Interior Designers

This French Country kitchen features a large island with bar stool seating. Black cabinets with gold hardware surround the kitchen. Open shelving is on both sides of the black gas-burning stove.

Butcher Block Countertop

Fratantoni Interior Designers

This French Country kitchen features a large island with butcher block countertops, black cabinetry with brass hardware, and open shelving.
Photo of an expansive mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, marble floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Hidden Hills Luxury Residential

5 Star Cabinets

Design ideas for a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, with island and white floor.

Beekman Kitchen

Deborah Leamann

Tom Grimes
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, white appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

The Leicestershire Kitchen in the Woods by deVOL

deVOL Kitchens

deVOL Kitchens
Mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors and no island.

Chiswick House

AND GB limited

Traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors and with island.

Cocina moderna con Isla en Urbanización Guadalmina

Cocinas Sánchez y Sandoval

Mobiliario moderno sin tirador, blanco brillo ultraintenso, encimera compact con iluminación y electrodomésticos Siemens
Photo of a mid-sized modern l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, marble floors and with island.

Kitchen with Limestone Floors and Marble 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!