Large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, white cabinets, marble splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, recessed-panel cabinets, white splashback and panelled appliances.

Monroe Drive House

BERG DESIGN ARCHITECTURE

Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, quartz benchtops, light hardwood floors, marble splashback, beige floor and grey cabinets.

New Traditional with Soaring Ceilings

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, marble splashback, with island, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and multi-coloured floor.

Mac-a-vista lake home

ShoreStone Custom Builders, Inc.

Design ideas for a beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, black benchtop, exposed beam, timber, vaulted, quartzite benchtops, marble splashback and panelled appliances.

GE Café - The Matte Collection

BASCO - Builder's Appliance Supply Company

It's time appliances had a personality. Yours. Give your kitchen a a personalized touch with custom hardware in four different finishes. Shop the full line of GE Café - The Matte Collection appliances including gas ranges, dishwashers, refrigerators, microwaves, cooktops, ovens, and hoods.

Kitchen Remodel

Kathleen Burke Design

Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, dark hardwood floors, with island, marble benchtops, white splashback and marble splashback.

Kitchen

Windstone Partners

This is an example of an expansive traditional kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, grey floor and beaded inset cabinets.

Traditional Kitchen

Photo of a traditional eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, black appliances, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback and marble splashback.

Darien Residence

Nastasi Vail Design

Genevieve Garruppo
Traditional kitchen in New York with grey cabinets, marble benchtops, marble splashback, with island, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Andalusia La Quinta, CA

Nicholas Lawrence Design

Photo by Lance Gerber
Mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and an undermount sink.

Country Pointe Plainview - The Madison

Beechwood Homes

This is an example of a transitional galley kitchen in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, a farmhouse sink and dark hardwood floors.

Classic Farmhouse

Intimate Living Interiors

Mallory Oleanus
Country l-shaped kitchen in San Diego with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

West Vancouver - Mid Century Kitchen

User

Inspiration for a large midcentury u-shaped kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, black splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and black benchtop.

White Lodge Interiors

Dublin Design Studio

This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped kitchen in Dublin with grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, shaker cabinets and brown floor.

Brunswick East - Project 1

GIA Bathrooms & Kitchens

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Melbourne with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, marble splashback, brown floor and white benchtop.

#312 - Reiter Construction - Sonoma (26949)

Precision Cabinets

Kitchen: • Material – Walnut • Finish – Clear • Door Style – Shaker
Design ideas for a country kitchen in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and grey floor.

Contemporary Farmhouse

Alair Homes Chilliwack

This contemporary farmhouse is located on a scenic acreage in Greendale, BC. It features an open floor plan with room for hosting a large crowd, a large kitchen with double wall ovens, tons of counter space, a custom range hood and was designed to maximize natural light. Shed dormers with windows up high flood the living areas with daylight. The stairwells feature more windows to give them an open, airy feel, and custom black iron railings designed and crafted by a talented local blacksmith. The home is very energy efficient, featuring R32 ICF construction throughout, R60 spray foam in the roof, window coatings that minimize solar heat gain, an HRV system to ensure good air quality, and LED lighting throughout. A large covered patio with a wood burning fireplace provides warmth and shelter in the shoulder seasons. Carsten Arnold Photography

solid cherry cabinets, marble subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances

MN Builders

Design ideas for a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with stainless steel appliances, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback and marble splashback.

Farmhouse Kitchen

Inspiration for a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with with island, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, brown floor, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, marble splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

SPINNERSTOWN STONE HOUSE.

Sullivan Building & Design Group

The overall impact of this kitchen space is the defining element in the overall scheme for the project. We were able to flip around a stone fireplace to become a dominant focal point in the interior space. We created a central axis from front to rear by the addition of the massive window wall leading to the outdoor entertaining area. Clearly the woodwork and the attention to every detail are evident in the final product. This unique kitchen is the focal point of 2 complimentary buildings which have been connected to form a beautiful master suite on one side and a lively family room and dining room on the other. This central open kitchen is the focal point for this sensitive and creative renovation. Custom walnut cabinets and built-ins and Danby marble countertops blend perfectly with the carefully re-pointed stone walls of the original walls of the existing buildings.

Kitchen with Marble 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!