new kitchen by the team a KMD Kitchens Auckland.
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Auckland with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, laminate floors, with island and timber.

Stanford Farmhouse Kitchen

MODERN TRADITION KITCHEN & BATH

After photos of this Stanford CT county Tuscan farmhouse kitchen renovation. We were able to update this space to be a modern classic farmhouse while keeping the clients personal style to flow with the rest of the main floor. Fieldstone cabinetry allowed us to put the perfect touches of color, style, & function our clients expected. Moss Green awakens this space as Spring has sprung. It glows in this new space serving the pop of color we did not want to loose from the green marble clients wanted to salvage, we were able to repurpose a portion to tie in the new color cabinets, custom matching the maple wood opening and adding new matching shelves. Antique bronze hardware, Carrara Marble countertops and backsplash pairs perfectly with the Esmeralda Marble. Using a new mitered Rembrandt door in simply white and moss green allows us to updated this space from the traditional raised panel in hospital white that didn't allow the space to feel like home.

1940 styled kitchen

Heritage Design Studio

In the fictional timeline for the new home, we envisioned a renovation of the kitchen occurring in the 1940s, and some the design of the kitchen was conceived to represent that time period. Converted appliances with new internal components add to the retro feel of the space, along with a cast iron farmhouse style sink. Special attention was also paid to the cabinet and hardware design to be period authentic.

Sutton Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Customer Space | VA

Flooret

Sutton: Refined yet natural. A white wire-brush gives the natural wood tone a distinct depth, lending it to a variety of spaces.The Modin Rigid luxury vinyl plank flooring collection is the new standard in resilient flooring. Modin Rigid offers true embossed-in-register texture, creating a surface that is convincing to the eye and to the touch; a low sheen level to ensure a natural look that wears well over time; four-sided enhanced bevels to more accurately emulate the look of real wood floors; wider and longer waterproof planks; an industry-leading wear layer; and a pre-attached underlayment.

Carlisle Century Home

Cranberry Hill Kitchens

Beautiful eat-in kitchen with a stunning custom baker's island center-kitchen. This kitchen includes paneled appliances, a large custom hood, white framed cabinetry, solid pine island and fridge, glass china cabinetry, brass plumbing fixtures, backsplash to the ceiling, and marble countertops.

Open Kitchen with Shiplap Ceiling, Pendant lights and Oversized Island

Sea Island Builders LLC

Stunning kitchen featuring honed marble countertops and backsplash, top of the line appliances, side by side refrigerator and freezer, an oversized island. Truly a cook's dream kitchen

Island inspiration

12/12 Architects & Planners

This 1990s brick home had decent square footage and a massive front yard, but no way to enjoy it. Each room needed an update, so the entire house was renovated and remodeled, and an addition was put on over the existing garage to create a symmetrical front. The old brown brick was painted a distressed white. The 500sf 2nd floor addition includes 2 new bedrooms for their teen children, and the 12'x30' front porch lanai with standing seam metal roof is a nod to the homeowners' love for the Islands. Each room is beautifully appointed with large windows, wood floors, white walls, white bead board ceilings, glass doors and knobs, and interior wood details reminiscent of Hawaiian plantation architecture. The kitchen was remodeled to increase width and flow, and a new laundry / mudroom was added in the back of the existing garage. The master bath was completely remodeled. Every room is filled with books, and shelves, many made by the homeowner. Project photography by Kmiecik Imagery.

Joyce

Jessica Koltun Home

Experience the latest renovation by TK Homes with captivating Mid Century contemporary design by Jessica Koltun Home. Offering a rare opportunity in the Preston Hollow neighborhood, this single story ranch home situated on a prime lot has been superbly rebuilt to new construction specifications for an unparalleled showcase of quality and style. The mid century inspired color palette of textured whites and contrasting blacks flow throughout the wide-open floor plan features a formal dining, dedicated study, and Kitchen Aid Appliance Chef's kitchen with 36in gas range, and double island. Retire to your owner's suite with vaulted ceilings, an oversized shower completely tiled in Carrara marble, and direct access to your private courtyard. Three private outdoor areas offer endless opportunities for entertaining. Designer amenities include white oak millwork, tongue and groove shiplap, marble countertops and tile, and a high end lighting, plumbing, & hardware.

Remodeling a "Remuddle"

Home Glow Design

This 1790 farmhouse had received an addition to the historic ell in the 1970s, with a more recent renovation encompassing the kitchen and adding a small mudroom & laundry room in the ’90s. Unfortunately, as happens all too often, it had been done in a way that was architecturally inappropriate style of the home. We worked within the available footprint to create “layers of implied time,” reinstating stylistic integrity and un-muddling the mistakes of more recent renovations.

Joyce

Jessica Koltun Home

Borden Lake Mountain Modern

Dan J. Heid - Planning & Design

A mountain modern architectural style on the bluffs of Borden Lake near Garrison, MN.
Photo of a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and timber.

Cold Spring Harbor

Chango

Advisement + Design - Construction advisement, custom millwork & custom furniture design, interior design & art curation by Chango & Co.
Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and timber.

Seminole Landing Residence

Angela Reynolds Designs

Inspiration for an expansive beach style eat-in kitchen in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, with island, beige floor, beige benchtop and timber.

Full House Refurbishment with Side and Rear Extension

Pencil and Brick

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, white floor, white benchtop and timber.

Open Shut House

WALA

This new extension responds to the land’s natural fall by cascading a series of tiered living spaces towards the backyard. Openings via skylights, large windows and courtyards not only draw daylight along the length of the buildings, but provide visual relief along the way. Photo by Dave Kulesza.

Tuxedo II

Norwood Architects

Large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white floor, grey benchtop and timber.

Golden Hour Garden

Herlong Architects

This is an example of an expansive beach style single-wall eat-in kitchen in Charleston with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and timber.

Kitchen and Powder Room Remodel in Northridge

Pearl Remodeling

We turned this open concept kitchen in Northridge and upgraded it with cool new features such as the once laundry room that is a powder room. We remove an extensive soffit that went through the kitchen to the dining room. The dining room now has exposed beams and white wooden shiplap for a high ceiling effect and a new chandelier. The kitchen received a brand new set of white/gray shaker cabinets, white marble countertops, new appliances, gold hardware accents, new outlets, and recessed lighting. We closed the doorway from the kitchen to the bathroom nearby to create more privacy for the bedroom and extend the hallway space. We also extended the depth of the pantry space by pushing the closet space a little bit further out. We installed 45 linear feet of a combination of white and gray shaker cabinets. We installed a beautiful Wolf stovetop and dishwasher. For the powder room, we installed a new vanity, stackable washer/dryer, storage cabinets, tile flooring, and a new toilet.

Carlisle Century Home

Cranberry Hill Kitchens

Kitchen

CS Thomas Construction

Custom wood range hood, Wolf range, marble tile backsplash, double ovens, farmhouse sink, built-in Sub-Zero refrigerator, and a shiplap ceiling.
Photo of a l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and timber.

Kitchen with Marble Benchtops and Timber 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!