Photo Credit - David Bader
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, white cabinets, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

The Purple Project

User

A custom designed kitchen for a client who loves purple.
Photo of a small u-shaped kitchen in Other with purple cabinets, quartz benchtops, marble splashback, porcelain floors and with island.

ESSEFF HOUSE

Charlotte Cooper

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

Chic Condo Renovation

Lux Pad Interiors

Small contemporary u-shaped kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, grey floor, white benchtop, medium wood cabinets and a peninsula.

Reflection and Light in Mission Viejo - Lake View

Le Gourmet Kitchen Ltd.

This eclectic kitchen design in Mission Viejo-Lake View brings light into the space through a large window, which is then beautifully reflected in the mirror paneled pantry doors. The mirrors add depth and light to the space, giving the kitchen a bright, airy feel. Glass pendant lights, recessed lighting, and under- and in-cabinet lights complete the multi-layered lighting design. The Columbia Cabinetry recessed panel kitchen cabinets bring a traditional foundation to the kitchen design. White perimeter cabinetry includes glass front upper cabinets with in cabinet lighting, offering the perfect place to display dishes and glassware. This is beautifully contrasted by gray island cabinetry, all accented by Top Knobs cabinet hardware. The island incorporates seating for casual dining and an angled undercounter power strip. A white engineered quartz countertop is a stylish and practical complement to the cabinetry. The white and gray theme carries through in the marble backsplash, which brings the natural texture and color of this material to the design. A porcelain tile wood look floor brings warmth to the color scheme, in a durable and easy to maintain material. Stainless steel appliances feature throughout the design, including the LG refrigerator and range, Sharp microwave drawer, and Zephyr chimney vent hood. A backsplash tile feature design adds a focal point above the range. The beverage center incorporates a Zephyr wine refrigerator. An Allia by Rohl white fireclay undermount sink is positioned facing the large kitchen window that overlooks a stunning view and is accompanied by a pull-down sprayer faucet. This Mission Viejo-Lake View kitchen design brings together materials, textures, lighting, and complementary colors to create a stunning space. This kitchen is sure to be the center of life in the home, perfect for daily family life, casual dining, sipping a glass of wine while enjoying the view, and entertaining friends. Photos by Jeri Koegel

Dallas | Hillside | Kitchen

Kitchen Design Concepts

In our world of kitchen design, it’s lovely to see all the varieties of styles come to life. From traditional to modern, and everything in between, we love to design a broad spectrum. Here, we present a two-tone modern kitchen that has used materials in a fresh and eye-catching way. With a mix of finishes, it blends perfectly together to create a space that flows and is the pulsating heart of the home. With the main cooking island and gorgeous prep wall, the cook has plenty of space to work. The second island is perfect for seating – the three materials interacting seamlessly, we have the main white material covering the cabinets, a short grey table for the kids, and a taller walnut top for adults to sit and stand while sipping some wine! I mean, who wouldn’t want to spend time in this kitchen?! Cabinetry With a tuxedo trend look, we used Cabico Elmwood New Haven door style, walnut vertical grain in a natural matte finish. The white cabinets over the sink are the Ventura MDF door in a White Diamond Gloss finish. Countertops The white counters on the perimeter and on both islands are from Caesarstone in a Frosty Carrina finish, and the added bar on the second countertop is a custom walnut top (made by the homeowner!) with a shorter seated table made from Caesarstone’s Raw Concrete. Backsplash The stone is from Marble Systems from the Mod Glam Collection, Blocks – Glacier honed, in Snow White polished finish, and added Brass. Fixtures A Blanco Precis Silgranit Cascade Super Single Bowl Kitchen Sink in White works perfect with the counters. A Waterstone transitional pulldown faucet in New Bronze is complemented by matching water dispenser, soap dispenser, and air switch. The cabinet hardware is from Emtek – their Trinity pulls in brass. Appliances The cooktop, oven, steam oven and dishwasher are all from Miele. The dishwashers are paneled with cabinetry material (left/right of the sink) and integrate seamlessly Refrigerator and Freezer columns are from SubZero and we kept the stainless look to break up the walnut some. The microwave is a counter sitting Panasonic with a custom wood trim (made by Cabico) and the vent hood is from Zephyr.

Clothier Road Kitchen Renovation

Glenbrook Cabinetry

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Contemporary

Norman Design Group, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, soapstone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Дом с потайной лестницей

goro_da

Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Saint Petersburg with light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, white appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white floor, white benchtop and wood.

Lorimer Street

Signature Interior Designs

Large modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor, black benchtop and recessed.

Gillespie Park

Cairn

Peter Landers
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Dallas | Hillside | Kitchen

Kitchen Design Concepts

Juno Beach, Private Residence

Blue Ladder Studio

custom kitchen with full height cabinets and glass inserts, with adjacent desk area with continued finishes
Design ideas for a small beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and grey floor.

Via Lido Soud

Oxbow & Olin Design Studio

Modern and crisp gourmet kitchen with Neolith Countertops, Thermador appliances and a bright white look. Photo: Darlene Halaby Photography
Mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and beige floor.

Kitchen Remodel

Copper Sky Design + Remodel

Chris Adams photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Los Altos Asian Modern

Cathie Hong Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop and vaulted.

Dark Green Doors and Oak Shelving

Point 5 Kitchens Ltd

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

North Dallas

Smith & Ragsdale Interior Design

The original kitchen was demoed and a new footprint was designed to be more open. The client and her family cook and entertain together with their grown kids and grandchildren. The new kitchen provides adequate storage while opening up the kitchen to the adjacent breakfast and family room.

Reflection and Light in Mission Viejo - Lake View

Le Gourmet Kitchen Ltd.

Classic beauty in Carlsbad

Tracy Berman Interiors

An unfortunate water leak forced these homeowners to entertain a remodel of their kitchen. The previous kitchen had dark builder grade cabinets with little function and even less style. After some great exploratory conversations The words "classic, clean and functional" kept coming up. What's more classic then a white kitchen with marble? We didn't want the kitchen to appear sterile so we added dark grey cabinets for contrast and light grey counter tops to soften. Creating a focal point at the beautiful kitchen window and it's view were key. I tiled the whole wall in marble subway tile to really highlight the gorgeous natural stone. I used frosted glass in the cabinets so the light would come through, but the contents were still somewhat hidden. The butlers pantry tile has a geometric pattern for a bit more pop. The upper cabinet's decorative mullions are similar in style to the window cabinets. The homeowners like to cook and entertain so I packed a lot of function into the island. It houses the cook top with downdraft, spice pull out, knife/utensil pullout, and tray dividers. New bar stools and a dining set complete the look

Kitchen with Marble Splashback and Porcelain 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!