While we kept the basic layout, nearly every other element in this kitchen was updated and transformed. We worked with our premier specialists, Crystal Cabinets, to create custom cabinetry that optimized the space without increasing the overall footprint. We incorporated the client's traditional style in a way that brought the space into the current century without feel too modern and upgraded the appliances to the best of the best. The split-level countertops were evened out to make the kitchen more open and inviting. We moved the built-in desk to a more functional spot, which allowed us to add more cook and prep space by the stove.

European Farmhouse Beach Retreat - For Sale!

Deana Grau, Realtor

J. Frank Robbins
Photo of an expansive country eat-in kitchen in Miami with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Traditional Meets Contemporary in the Decolane Kitchen in Essex

burlanes interiors

Located in the most beautiful serene great British countryside in Essex, we can understand why Mr & Mrs Green fell so in love with this beautiful property, and saw the potential it had to be such a wonderful family home. The homeowners began an extensive renovation process just a couple of years ago, and the results really are outstanding. Burlanes were commissioned to design, handmake and install a bespoke family kitchen, and our Chelmsford design team worked alongside interior designer Fiona Duke.

Complete Kitchen Renovation

Catherine Wilman Interiors

A quick round-up video of our kitchen transformation in Fulham, South West London. See our other posts on this project for the carousel pictures if you want to spend more time looking at the process.

Stunning Chatham Kitchen Refacing

Robinwood Kitchens

This stunning kitchen refacing was completed with Conestoga Wood Specialties. Modifications were made to some of the cabinets, including adding a KitchenAid Mixer lift and shelving over the coffee bar area. The kitchen island was enlarged to fit more seating for family gatherings. The real star of this kitchen remodel is the stunning Stone Impressions Mulholland tile. White quartz counter tops and Top Knobs pulls in Honey Bronze complete the look.

Modern Kitchen

BeeTree Homes

Miralis Upper Cabinets: "Similacquer" Slab Door- High Gloss Color: Milk Shake Door profile D3511 - all hinges are soft close. Miralis Base and Tall cabinets panels for dishwasher and refrigerator in Slab Veneer Color: Walnut N-500 Natural Lacquer 35 degree sheen. Countertop: Slab of White Macaubas. Appliances by Bosch.

Catura Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | TX

Flooret

A rich, even, walnut tone with a smooth finish. This versatile color works flawlessly with both modern and classic styles. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.

Woodlawn Drive

Marilyn Hill Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and limestone splashback.

Apartment Kitchen

Mudan Interior Design

Contemporary style kitchen that combined rich wood tone with white quartz and ceramic backsplash.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops and limestone splashback.

Oceanside Bungalow

ProPacific Builders, Inc.

This is an example of a large beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Lafayette

SHEILA TODD INTERIORS

Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, limestone splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Timeless Classic

Drew Forsyth & co

This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Manchester with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Estancia Project - Kitchen/Family Room View

Avenue 82 Designs

Design ideas for a large eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, limestone splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, multiple islands, grey floor and white benchtop.

Magenta

Lou - Toinon

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Paris with yellow cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, no island, white benchtop, a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Penthouse loft complete remodel in Los Angeles

Metropolis Drafting and Construction Inc

Loft kitchens are always tricky since they are usually very small and most don’t have much cabinet space. Going against the standard design of opening the kitchen to the common area here we decided to close off a wall to allow additional cabinets to be installed. 2 large pantries were installed in the end of the kitchen for extra storage, a laundry enclosure was built to house the stackable washer/dryer unit and in the center of it all we have a large tall window to allow natural light to wash the space with light. The modern cabinets have an integral pulls design to give them a clean look without any hardware showing. Two tones, dark wood for bottom and tall cabinet and white for upper cabinets give this narrow galley kitchen a sensation of space. tying it all together is the long narrow rectangular gray/brown lime stone backsplash.

MTR Modern LED Kitchen Cabinets

MTR Contractors | My Thatch Roof

Kitchen remodel - New Cabinets - White backsplash - New Floors - LED Lit Cabinets
Mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a double-bowl sink, louvered cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, black floor and white benchtop.

Mid-Century Modern home remodel

John Webb Construction and Design

Here is an architecturally built house from the early 1970's which was brought into the new century during this complete home remodel by opening up the main living space with two small additions off the back of the house creating a seamless exterior wall, dropping the floor to one level throughout, exposing the post an beam supports, creating main level on-suite, den/office space, refurbishing the existing powder room, adding a butlers pantry, creating an over sized kitchen with 17' island, refurbishing the existing bedrooms and creating a new master bedroom floor plan with walk in closet, adding an upstairs bonus room off an existing porch, remodeling the existing guest bathroom, and creating an in-law suite out of the existing workshop and garden tool room.

Modern Kitchen

BeeTree Homes

Custom Kitchen Design and Build in Markham, Ontario

David Johnston Architect Ltd.

Design ideas for a large modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Multiform // KÖK // Form 2 //

Multiform

Oskar Bakke
This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian single-wall eat-in kitchen in Malmo with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Limestone Splashback and White Benchtop 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!