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

Hollow Way Residence

William S. Briggs Architect p.l.l.c.

Stephen Reed Photography
Photo of an expansive traditional eat-in kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, white appliances, limestone floors, multiple islands, beige floor and white benchtop.

Open plan Pale Blue Kitchen Dining and Living Space

Farnham Furnishers Ltd

photographer - Michel Focard de Fontefiguires
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Surrey with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black appliances, limestone floors, with island and grey floor.

Spacious Shaker In Letchworth

Planet Furniture

A light, bright open plan kitchen with ample space to dine, cook and store everything that needs to be tucked away. As always, our bespoke kitchens are designed and built to suit lifestyle and family needs and this one is no exception. Plenty of island seating and really importantly, lots of room to move around it. Large cabinets and deep drawers for convenient storage plus accessible shelving for cook books and a wine fridge perfectly positioned for the cook! Look closely and you’ll see that the larder is shallow in depth. This was deliberately (and cleverly!) designed to accommodate a large beam behind the back of the cabinet, yet still allows this run of cabinets to look balanced. We’re loving the distinctive brass handles by Armac Martin against the Hardwicke White paint colour on the cabinetry - along with the Hand Silvered Antiqued mirror splashback there’s plenty of up-to-the-minute design details which ensure this classic shaker is contemporary yes classic in equal measure.

Rancho Santa Fe - Fairbanks Ranch New Build

Anne Rae Design

calacatta marble, classic design, custom build, kitchen island, limestone tile, new construction, polished nickel, sub-zero, white kitchen
Large transitional u-shaped kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor, raised-panel cabinets and grey benchtop.

Contemporary Shaker

Lewis&Hill

A re-modeling and renovation project with the brief from our client to create a light open functional kitchen to act as the hub of a large open plan living area. An informal seating and dining area links the food preparation and dining spaces, with warm grey paint shades complimenting the limestone floor tiles

Modern Lake House Kitchen

Space Redefined

Modern Lake House kitchen with quartz counters, lacquered and walnut cabinets, lighted agate bar, and stunning lake view.
Design ideas for an expansive modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors, multiple islands and brown floor.

Gabriel Builders Showroom

Gabriel Builders Inc.

Design showroom Kitchen for Gabriel Builders featuring a limestone hood, mosaic tile backsplash, pewter island, wolf appliances, exposed fir beams, limestone floors, and pot filler. Rear pantry hosts a wine cooler and ice machine and storage for parties or set up space for caterers

Kiff Green - Contemporary Country Kitchen

Ben Heath Interiors

A pantry has been built in on either side of the fridge freezer including vegetable drawers. Photos by Ben Heath
Photo of a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Berkshire with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors and with island.

Kitchens

Keith's Appliances

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Bridgeport with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, panelled appliances, limestone floors and with island.

Remodel Work

Quality Craftsman Kitchens LLC

Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Tampa with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors and multiple islands.

San Juan Spanish Revival

Concept Design, Inc.

This open professional kitchen is for a chef who enjoys sharing the duties.
Design ideas for a large mediterranean kitchen pantry in Orange County with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, grey floor, green benchtop and exposed beam.

Dark Green Kitchen

Tom Howley

This dark green kitchen shows how Tom Howley can create a kitchen where everything has a place and can be easily accessed. Integrated appliances and bespoke storage minimise clutter and glass fronted cabinetry with subtle lighting provides plenty of opportunity to display both attractive essentials and pieces of art.

Milano Rockefeller, New Construction in Panama City Beach, FL

Marquis Fine Cabinetry

Project Number: M1197 Design/Manufacturer/Installer: Marquis Fine Cabinetry Collection: Milano Finish: Rockefeller Features: Tandem Metal Drawer Box (Standard), Adjustable Legs/Soft Close (Standard), Stainless Steel Toe-Kick Cabinet/Drawer Extra Options: Touch Latch, Custom Appliance Panels, Floating Shelves, Tip-Ups

Award-Winning Residential Interior 2019

Strobel Design Build

The dated kitchen was upgraded to a more contemporary European cabinet with a large island. Adding the kitchen island gave much more working space in addition to seating for family and guests. Large drawers in the island also improved the storage capacity for large items. The previously dark kitchen was lit with multiple recess LED can lights, and accent lighting at the island seating area.

Lincoln Park - Howe

Middlefork Development LLC

Rising amidst the grand homes of North Howe Street, this stately house has more than 6,600 SF. In total, the home has seven bedrooms, six full bathrooms and three powder rooms. Designed with an extra-wide floor plan (21'-2"), achieved through side-yard relief, and an attached garage achieved through rear-yard relief, it is a truly unique home in a truly stunning environment. The centerpiece of the home is its dramatic, 11-foot-diameter circular stair that ascends four floors from the lower level to the roof decks where panoramic windows (and views) infuse the staircase and lower levels with natural light. Public areas include classically-proportioned living and dining rooms, designed in an open-plan concept with architectural distinction enabling them to function individually. A gourmet, eat-in kitchen opens to the home's great room and rear gardens and is connected via its own staircase to the lower level family room, mud room and attached 2-1/2 car, heated garage. The second floor is a dedicated master floor, accessed by the main stair or the home's elevator. Features include a groin-vaulted ceiling; attached sun-room; private balcony; lavishly appointed master bath; tremendous closet space, including a 120 SF walk-in closet, and; an en-suite office. Four family bedrooms and three bathrooms are located on the third floor. This home was sold early in its construction process. Nathan Kirkman

Contemporary Kitchen

Photo of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, limestone floors, multiple islands and panelled appliances.

Now and Zen - Kitchen Corridor

Drewett Works

A view down the kitchen corridor to the living room reveals walls of storage behind white oak cabinetry that also holds major appliances. A quartz-topped island with a waterfall edge is one of two in the room. Flooring is honed limestone. Project Details // Now and Zen Renovation, Paradise Valley, Arizona Architecture: Drewett Works Builder: Brimley Development Interior Designer: Ownby Design Photographer: Dino Tonn Millwork: Rysso Peters Limestone (Demitasse) flooring and walls: Solstice Stone Quartz countertops: Galleria of Stone Windows (Arcadia): Elevation Window & Door https://www.drewettworks.com/now-and-zen/

Little Venice Georgian Townhouse

Margot Tsim Interiors

Photo of a large contemporary eat-in kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island and white benchtop.

Bay Project

Bungalow 56

Beautiful kitchen remodel on the San Diego Bay.
Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop and recessed-panel cabinets.

Kitchen with Quartzite Benchtops 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!