Arts and Crafts kitchen remodel in turn-of-the-century Portland Four Square, featuring a custom built-in eating nook, five-color inlay marmoleum flooring, maximized storage, and a one-of-a-kind handmade ceramic tile backsplash. Photography by Kuda Photography

Victorian Town House

Tristan Goff Handcrafted Furniture

Tristan Goff
Inspiration for a small traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Cambridgeshire with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances and linoleum floors.

Shaker Maple cabinetry with Sienna Beige Granite top.

Main Line Kitchen Design

Scott Fredrick Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, glass tile splashback, grey splashback, black appliances, linoleum floors and a peninsula.

Apartment In Traditional Building

Malcolm Duffin Design

Teresa Giesler
Photo of a small contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances and linoleum floors.

Patton Park Charm

Cummings Architecture + Interiors

The team at Cummings Architects is often approached to enhance an otherwise wonderful home by designing a custom kitchen that is both beautiful and functional. Located near Patton Park in Hamilton Massachusetts this charming Victorian had a dated kitchen, mudroom, and waning entry hall that seemed out of place and certainly weren’t providing the owners with the kind of space and atmosphere they wanted. At their initial visit, Mathew made mental sketches of the immediate possibilities – an open, friendly kitchen concept with bright windows to provide a seamless connection to the exterior yard spaces. As the design evolved, additional details were added such as a spacious pantry that tucks smartly under the stair landing and accommodates an impressive collection of culinary supplies. In addition, the front entry, formerly a rather dark and dreary space, was opened up and is now a light-filled hall that welcomes visitors warmly, while maintaining the charm of the original Victorian fabric. Photo By Eric Roth

Minnehaha Modest-Sized Kitchen

TreHus Architects+Interior Designers+Builders

The clients were involved in the neighborhood organization dedicated to keeping the housing instead of tearing down. They wanted to utilize every inch of storage which resulted in floor-to-ceiling cabinetry. Cabinetry and counter space work together to create a balance between function and style.

Karen & Jonathan

The Cabinetry

Photography by Tara L. Callow
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped kitchen in Boston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, with island, a farmhouse sink and orange floor.

Mt Tabor Remodel

Angie Amato Wieland Architecture LLC

Adam Amato
Design ideas for a large arts and crafts l-shaped separate kitchen in Portland with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors and no island.

Basketball Bungalow

Mikiten Architecture

Flexibility is the key to Universal Design. This kitchen has tall pull-out storage for easy access when seated or standing, and upper cabinets have pull-down shelf units that rotate out and down to countertop height. Photo: Erick Mikiten, AIA

Kitchen

Robert A. McGraw Architect

Kitchen and informal eating area.
This is an example of a large mediterranean galley eat-in kitchen in Orange County with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, granite benchtops, linoleum floors, with island and brown floor.

HAROLD KITCHEN

Kate Roos Design LLC

Pale grey cabinetry, white subway tile, and oil-rubbed bronze hardware compliment the blue tones in the lighting and pottery adding a cohesive look that the clients enjoy every day.

Approved Used Kitchen, Betta Living Modern Gloss, Rangemaster Oven

Used Kitchen Exchange

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cheshire with a drop-in sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, black appliances, linoleum floors, no island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Accessible Upscale Kitchen

Tomco Company Inc.

This 1950's kitchen need upgrading, but when (2) sisters Elaine and Janet moved in, it required accessible renovation to meet their needs. Photo by Content Craftsmen

Transformation in Hemphill Park

Cuppett Kilpatrick Architecture + Interior Design

Working kitchen with walk-in pantry beyond. Painting by Patrick Puckette from Wally Workman Gallery; White Oak island is custom made. Floor is Marmoleum color Relaxing Lagoon; Wall color is Benjamin Moore, Cloud Cover; base cabinet color is Benjamin Moore, Chelsea Gray. Dish rack is custom made. Wall lights by Artemide. Ceiling pendant lights by Nessen. Photo by Whit Preston

Ellicott City kitchen remodel

Interior Transformations

Kenneth M. Wyner Photography, Inc.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Baltimore with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

View of Stainless Range, Hood and Built in Microwave

Kitchen & Bath Design + Construction

We reconfigured the appliances, and moved the door leading from the kitchen to the sun porch for easier access to both the porch and the backyard. Photo by Chrissy Racho.

1916 Bungalow - Eckert

Craftsman Design and Renovation

This bungalow kitchen has a flare for the contemporary with clean lines and stainless steel appliances. The mint green farm sink, mint tiles, and subtle wall color infuse the space with personality and shake up the black and white kitchen. Who wouldn't want to enjoy a cup of coffee in this bright and cozy space? Photos: Eckert & Eckert Photography; Cabinets: DeWils Custom Cabinetry

Fairfax Station Kitchen - Base Shelves

Synergy Design & Construction

Mimicking a commercial kitchen, open base cabinetry both along the wall and in the island makes accessing items a snap for the chef. Metal cabinetry is more durable for throwing around pots and pans.

Kitchens

North Tiles and Stone Centre

Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors and a peninsula.

Built in laundry area in Kitchen

Claire Queeney Hsu

Small, quiet but efficient appliances fit seamlessly into the kitchen while still leaving space for an eat-in banquette area. photos by Shelly Harrison

Kitchen with Granite Benchtops and Linoleum 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!