Architects: David M. Sanders, AIA & Paul M. Bleck, AIA; Builder: Keith Chapman Construction; Photo: Ethan Tweedie
Inspiration for a mid-sized tropical u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Hawaii with a double-bowl sink, louvered cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors and a peninsula.

Vanderbilt Beach Renovation

LAURA MILLER Interior Design

Laurence Taylor, Taylor Architectural Photography
Inspiration for a beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Tampa with an undermount sink, louvered cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Sunset Beach Remodel

User

Design ideas for a beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Tampa with an undermount sink, louvered cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Kitchen

Architectural Design & Construction

Tropical Light Photography
This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Hawaii with an undermount sink, louvered cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Grace and Elegance

Rockwood Custom Homes

Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped kitchen in Calgary with an undermount sink, louvered cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Melhorn

Absolute Hardwood Flooring Inc

Large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, louvered cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and terra-cotta splashback.

Kitchen Island

Heirloom Wood Studio

This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, louvered cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

House in Brittany, France

Into interior design

Photo Caroline Morin
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen with louvered cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, grey floor, an integrated sink, no island and black benchtop.

Complete Condo Remodeling

Chicago Kitchen Cabinet

Exposed brick and gold ceiling tiles contrast with each other spectacularly in this kitchen design! We were going for a minimalist kitchen interior that still had immense character - so with the larger than life accents, we were able to keep the kitchen design clean and simple. White flat panel cabinets and chic taupe countertops offered this client a timeless and contemporary look, while the wooden display shelves accentuate the rustic brick wall. The result? A compact kitchen that gives a powerful punch! Designed by Chi Renovations & Design who serve Chicago and it's surrounding suburbs, with an emphasis on the North Side and North Shore. You'll find their work from the Loop through Lincoln Park, Skokie, Wilmette, and all of the way up to Lake Forest.

Breckenridge Discovery Hilltop Custom Home

Apex Mountain Homes

Inspiration for a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with louvered cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and red benchtop.

Vinyeard Kitchen

Interiors by Blackwood

The existing space was over compartmentalized and was never going to function properly as a place to cook and entertain friends. The new design involved removing an extra entry point & created all the zones necessary for fine entertaining while overlooking the vineyard.

12 S. Ludlow St.

User

This cozy breakfast nook surrounded by windows is the perfect way to start your day. The dropleaf table gives you options for larger or smaller groups. www.aivadecor.com

Vintage Küche

BEER GmbH Küchen

Inspiration for a small country eat-in kitchen in Munich with a farmhouse sink, louvered cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Shabby Chic Kitchen

JDM Woodworks Ltd

JDM Woodworks Ltd
Country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Dublin with a single-bowl sink, louvered cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, white appliances, ceramic floors and no island.

Canyon Creek Cornerstone | Brentwood & Catalina

Canyon Creek Cabinet Company

Brentwood | Cherry | Cayenne Island/Range: Catalina | Cherry | Cayenne Catalina, our louvered door style, combines well with the different heights and depths of the Brentwood door style, adding textural interest to this beautiful Cherry kitchen.

Reforma integral en el Carmen

GOSENDE NAVARRO · studio

Una cocina funcional, con gran capacidad de almacenamiento y en la que exponen objetos decorativos, especies, plantas aromáticas y con El Carmen de fondo como fondo de visión permanente. Fotografía. Adrián Mora

Contemporary Kitchen

Archaeo Architects

The clients wanted a “solid, old-world feel”, like an old Mexican hacienda, small yet energy-efficient. They wanted a house that was warm and comfortable, with monastic simplicity; the sense of a house as a haven, a retreat. The project’s design origins come from a combination of the traditional Mexican hacienda and the regional Northern New Mexican style. Room proportions, sizes and volume were determined by assessing traditional homes of this character. This was combined with a more contemporary geometric clarity of rooms and their interrelationship. The overall intent was to achieve what Mario Botta called “A newness of the old and an archaeology of the new…a sense both of historic continuity and of present day innovation”.

Rustic Kitchen

Garzamade

Farmhouse style kitchen with custom distressed cabinets. Also featuring brick back splash, reclaimed tin ceiling, custom iron vent hood, and Wolf and Sub Zero appliances.

Dunes Custom Home

J. Thompson Builders

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, louvered cabinets, yellow cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Texas Tuscan Home

Malory

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, louvered cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and no island.

All Cabinet Styles Kitchen with Louvered Cabinets 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!