Gracious Kitchen with open island end for casual dining. Open to Family Room. Photo by Laura Litterio
Design ideas for a traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Rossmoor Remodel

Amanda Armstrong Sava

Kyle Hixon, Precision Cabinets & Trim
Inspiration for a small traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Urban Living XXL

Walker Architects

A modern kitchen with gray cabinets and stainless steel appliances. John Horner
Modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Indian Grove Kitchen

Palmerston Design Consultants

www.jeremykohm.com
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, stone tile splashback, grey splashback, an undermount sink, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Transitional Mediterranean Kitchen

Fran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESIS

Transitional/Spanish Kitchen -Although this was a great space to work with the client had many requirements which took quite of bit of planning to fulfill. And though he changed from a more Traditional style to a more Contemporary version in the middle of the project we were able to create a beautiful Transitional space that is uniquely his.

Traditional Kitchen

This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Minneapolis with white splashback, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, marble benchtops, stone tile splashback, with island and multi-coloured floor.

Poppy Circle

Juxtaposed Interiors

Kat Alves-Photographer
This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped separate kitchen in Sacramento with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, white cabinets and marble benchtops.

Custom White Kitchen

Magnolia Home Remodeling Group

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Two tone classic white and gray kitchen in Beverly Hills

Metropolis Drafting and Construction Inc

This vast and open kitchen showcases the great match of a white shaker cabinets with Raven caeser stone quartz counter and the island made of gray shaker cabinets with white Carrara marble counter. To tie the two of them together we have used 6x3 tumbled white Carrara back-splash tile in a staggered layout with a center mosaic deco area above the Range unit. To give it the additional modern feel you have the stainless steel appliances such as a Sub-zero build-in fridge, the range unit and the large stainless steel pendant lights.

Lincoln Heights Kitchen

BRADSHAW DESIGNS LLC

Chic glamorous kitchen in the heart of San Antonio! What fun to entertain family and friends around this stunning island with its walnut bar top. Touches of lucite on the barstools and pendant lights add modern sparkle! Custom touches include gold banding on island cabinet and vent hood, custom plated cabinet hardware, walnut waterfall conversation counter, unique pantry door, butterfly or bookmatched marble splash. Enjoy!

Lincoln Heights Kitchen

BRADSHAW DESIGNS LLC

Contemporary Globe Lighting Fixtures

Dulles Electric Supply

The globe fixtures featured are apart of the Orbit Collection by Maxim Lighting. A spherical frame of metal surround a simple line chandelier draped in crystal for a transitional style that fits any interior design. Orbit is available in 2 sizes and 2 finishes, Oil Rubbed Bronze with Cognac crystal and a combo finish of Anthracite and Polished Nickel with Clear crystal. Now available at Dulles Electric Supply.

Gray Contemporary Kitchen

Merri Interiors, Inc.

This stunning grey kitchen offers clean lines, warmth and lots of interest. This is truly a cooks kitchen with a 36" range top, 48" fidge, warming drawer, prep sink, double oven and plenty of storage as well as count top space.

Colorful Beach Home

Cadenza Granite and Marble

Jim Schmid Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Charlotte with an undermount sink, with island, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors and turquoise benchtop.

Gorgeous Kitchen Reno in Old Colonial Acres

Casey's

Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Traditional White Kitchen - Eagan

Liz Schupanitz Designs

A PLACE TO GATHER Location: Eagan, MN, USA This family of five wanted an inviting space to gather with family and friends. Mom, the primary cook, wanted a large island with more organized storage – everything in its place – and a crisp white kitchen with the character of an older home. Challenges: Design an island that could accommodate this family of five for casual weeknight dinners. Create more usable storage within the existing kitchen footprint. Design a better transition between the upper cabinets on the 8-foot sink wall and the adjoining 9-foot cooktop wall. Make room for more counter space around the cooktop. It was poorly lit, cluttered with small appliances and confined by the tall oven cabinet. Solutions: A large island, that seats 5 comfortably, replaced the small island and kitchen table. This allowed for more storage including cookbook shelves, a heavy-duty roll out shelf for the mixer, a 2-bin recycling center and a bread drawer. Tall pantries with decorative grilles were placed between the kitchen and family room. These created ample storage and helped define each room, making each one feel larger, yet more intimate. A space intentionally separates the upper cabinets on the sink wall from those on the cooktop wall. This created symmetry on the sink wall and made room for an appliance garage, which keeps the countertops uncluttered. Moving the double ovens to the former pantry location made way for more usable counter space around the cooktop and a dramatic focal point with the hood, cabinets and marble backsplash. Special Features: Custom designed corbels and island legs lend character. Gilt open lanterns, antiqued nickel grilles on the pantries, and the soft linen shade at the kitchen sink add personality and charm. The unique bronze hardware with a living finish creates the patina of an older home. A walnut island countertop adds the warmth and feel of a kitchen table. This homeowner truly understood the idea of living with the patina of marble. Her grandmother’s marble-topped antique table inspired the Carrara countertops. The result is a highly organized kitchen with a light, open feel that invites you to stay a while. Liz Schupanitz Designs Photographed by: Andrea Rugg

Kitchen Project's

Palatial Stone & Tile

Polished Bianco Carrara countertops for the island and perimeter tops. The backsplash tiles are Bianco Carrara subway 2" x 4" beveled edge tile. Tag Homes Inc. Contractor

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Ryan Edwards
Inspiration for a large country galley open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Moose Lodge

Reed Design Group

Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Great room/kitchen with white marble

Premier Granite And Stone

Beautiful white kitchen with marble countertop island centerpiece.
This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, with island, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stone tile splashback and marble benchtops.

Kitchen with Marble Benchtops and Stone Tile Splashback 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!