Small traditional single-wall open plan kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, solid surface benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, no island and white floor.

Texas Luxury Retreat

Curated Design Partners

Photo of a large transitional kitchen in Dallas with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, onyx benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, coloured appliances, limestone floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

A London Town House Kitchen By Burlanes

burlanes interiors

A stunning period property in the heart of London, the homeowners of this beautiful town house have created a stunning, boutique hotel vibe throughout, and Burlanes were commissioned to design and create a kitchen with charisma and rustic charm. Handpainted in Farrow & Ball 'Studio Green', the Burlanes Hoyden cabinetry is handmade to fit the dimensions of the room exactly, complemented perfectly with Silestone worktops in 'Iconic White'.

Two Tone Kitchen Diner

Woods of London ltd

Neptune Chichester kitchen with island in handpainted Charcoal finish and contrasting wall run in Shell . Island contains a wine fridge and hot water tap over a Villory Boch Butler Sink. Supplied by us with a lifetime guarantee b y Neptune. Photo's by Chris Snook

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.

The Great Barn

Architect Your Home

Conversion and renovation of a Grade II listed barn into a bright contemporary home
Design ideas for a large country single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island and white floor.

Shaker style kitchen with large island

Culshaw Kitchen Makers

This handmade shaker style kitchen is handpainted in Plummet and Cornforth White. Featuring beautiful Beltrami BQS Siberia Worktop with New York edge detail on island. This kitchen features an overmantel and AGA as well as a built under Siemans convection oven for a combination of practicality and style. The kitchen features built in washing machine, dryer and dishwasher as well as clever storage including pull out larder units and spice and oil drawers. The cabinet nearest to the sink also features bi - fold pocket doors to house kettle, toaster and microwave combo oven. This kitchen perfectly compliments the country style of this handsome period property. Photo: Ian Hampson - www.icadworx.co.uk

Modern Beach Home

SoCal Contractor

Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, multiple islands, white floor and beige benchtop.

Klare Linien und Farben für modernes Block-Design

Ellerbrock "Bad und Küche" GmbH

Diese Ballerina-Küche wurde in einem modernen Blockdesign gestaltet, das sich optimal in die Raumkonstruktion und der schmalen, zum Essbereich offenen Seite hin öffnet. Gleichzeitig wurden vorhandene Flächen optimal genutzt, um bei kurzen Arbeitswegen und großzügigem Stauraum eine klare Ordnung in die Optik zu bringen. Prägnant heben sich die schwarzen Elektrogeräte von der weißen Schrankwand ab.

Streamline house

The Design Yard

Matt lacquered handleless kitchen with natural granite stone work surfaces & build in NEFF appliances
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, red splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island and white floor.

Acrylic White Kitchen

Dream Kitchen and Bath

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Nashville with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, with island, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors and white floor.

Radlett Kitchen

The Wood Works

This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

Elegant modern home

Carton Interiors

Transitional galley kitchen in Dublin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, metallic splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island and white floor.

Luxury Ski Getaway

JJ Interiors

This traditional style kitchen is not shy on modern features. The iridescent glazed tile backsplash is a dramatic backdrop for an efficient induction cooktop. The raised island countertop discretely hides the preparation space at the sink.

Shaker style kitchen with large island

Culshaw Kitchen Makers

Blue Bookcase Kitchen

LNDesigns

I designed this kitchen during my time at Harvey Jones. The client knew she wanted to feature colour but was concerned due to the narrowness of the room. By opting for natural limestone flooring and bright white walls to contrast, we were able to bring in beautiful blues and still maintain an airy, open feeling. I later designed (and Handley Bespoke built), the centre blue bookcase to complement the chosen kitchen cabinetry, featuring a hidden door leading into a cosy drinks snug. This is a great example of how bespoke builds can be made to fit in with your existing cabinetry.

SMALL BUT BRIGHT

Cabochon Interiors

You won't believe this gorgeous transformation from what was formerly a dark, inefficient, and outdated kitchen! The client wanted a timeless look with a bright, airy feel to open up the space. We took down a wall to create a large peninsula which added net new work counter space and seating.

Isle of Wight Golden Oak Kitchen designed and Made by Tim Wood

Tim Wood Limited

This modern oak book matched kitchen was designed and made for a modern new build house on the Isle of Wight. In a stunning location with a fabulous garden. The kitchen was designed to complement and work in harmony with the dining area, as well as the main living area of the house. An extremely sociable and modern kitchen, living and dining room area. Designed and made by Tim Wood

Coral Gables, Florida Home

Eva Quateman Interiors

Steven Brooke Studios
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, multiple islands, white floor and yellow benchtop.

Modern Manhattan Beach

Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP

This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, multiple islands, white floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen with Limestone Floors and White Floor 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!