Photo of a small traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Oxfordshire with a single-bowl sink, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, black appliances, limestone floors and no island.

Cotswold Chapel Kitchen

Sustainable Kitchens

Glazed oak cabinet with LED lights painted in Farrow & Ball Chappell Green maximise the space by making the most of the high ceilings. The unified colour also creates a more spacious feeling. Pine table with chapel chair hint at the origins of the house as an old chapel with the limestone flooring adding to the rustic feel.

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.

The Leicestershire Kitchen in the Woods by deVOL

deVOL Kitchens

deVOL Kitchens
Photo of a 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.

Cotswold cottage

Jo Shore Ltd

Rachael Smith
Design ideas for a country l-shaped kitchen in Oxfordshire with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, no island, white benchtop and beige floor.

Deer Valley Log Masterpiece

Kristina Lawrence Interior Design

Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley kitchen pantry in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, no island, white floor, grey benchtop and wood.

Racing Beach Pool House

Salt Architecture Inc.

Beach style single-wall open plan kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, coloured appliances, limestone floors, no island and beige floor.

West Bradford In Frame Painted Kitchen

Deko Property Maintenance

In Frame Country Shaker Kitchen by Deko Trades. Grey Shaker Kitchen. The kitchen cabinets are made from tulipwood and painted in Farrow & Ball Blackened and Railings. As well as the kitchen design and fitting, I also did the limestone floor tiling as well as the initial plastering and painting.

Cotswold Chapel Kitchen

Sustainable Kitchens

Tall oak wall cabinets painted in Farrow & Ball Chappell Green sit in this impressive converted chapel. Base cabinets contrast perfectly in Farrow & Ball Down Pipe. Oak worktops and shelving attached to slate wall tiles marry perfectly with the limestone flooring. The Rayburn range has tray slots built on the side. Toffee the dog enjoys the warmth while Steve the antlers watches over.

Transformation of Grade II Listed Cottage

Christian Builders Margate Ltd

Bespoke Kitchen - all designed and produced "in-house" Oak cabinetry. Photographs - Mike Waterman
Mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Kent with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, no island and limestone splashback.

042_Reforma de vivienda integral

Veracruz Arquitectura

Diseño de cocina en reforma integral de vivienda
This is an example of a large transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, no island, beige floor, beige benchtop and exposed beam.

Home Remodel

Eco Choice Interiors

Design ideas for a large transitional galley open plan kitchen in Atlanta with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors and no island.

Transitional Kitchen Remodel

H&A My Design, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors and no island.

Southfields Kitchen Diner

Three Reasons Interior Design

Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors, no island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen remodel

Amiano & Son Construction, LLC

Jason Sanders
Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean galley eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback and limestone floors.

Kitchen remodel

Amiano & Son Construction, LLC

Jason Sanders
Inspiration for a mid-sized mediterranean galley eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback and limestone floors.

Hartley

Lewis Alderson & Co.

An extension provides the beautiful galley kitchen in this 4 bedroom house with feature glazed domed ceiling which floods the room with natural light. Full height cabinetry maximises storage whilst beautiful curved features enliven the design. 5 Oven AGA Total Control with antique mirror splashback. Freestanding dresser with bi-fold doors and integrated drinks fridge

No Holds Barred

C K Cabinetry and Design, LLC

Photography by Jeffrey Volker
Inspiration for a small modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Phoenix with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors and no island.

Small Condo with Every Inch Used

Kitchens For Cooking

This kitchen took many months to plan, because the owner/cook wanted so many specific things within the kitchen, and yet had so little space. The entire wall space available for cabinets was

Pirie Kitchen

Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.

This U-shaped kitchen provides counter-side seating for enjoying meals or gathering in the Kitchen. The modern kitchen has a cream custom range hood and upper cabinetry, and custom hazelnut-stained lower cabinetry. The cabinetry is complimented with black hardware throughout and a cream Soho quartz countertop and backsplash.

Kitchen with Limestone Floors and no Island 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!