Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, metallic splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Kitchen Projects Supplied by Peterman Lumber

Peterman Lumber

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, metallic splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

RD Henry Kitchens

Colorado Cabinetry

Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, metallic splashback and matchstick tile splashback.

Kitchen Storage

A Plus Cabinets, Inc.

Adriana Ortiz
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, metallic splashback, matchstick tile splashback, white appliances, ceramic floors and no island.

Thornton Kitchen

Sawhorse, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, metallic splashback, matchstick tile splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Brooklyn Heights Apartment

Francis Dzikowski Photography Inc.

Francis Dzikowski
Photo of a midcentury l-shaped kitchen in New York with with island, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and metallic splashback.

Mid Continent Cabinetry Gallery

Millard Lumber Inc.

Mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Omaha with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors and with island.

Modern Cast stone Kitchen Hood in Los Angeles

Omega Stone Mantels

Inspiration for a large transitional kitchen in Other with stainless steel appliances, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, metallic splashback, matchstick tile splashback, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Viva Vogue

LORNA GROSS Interior Design

Angie Seckinger
This is an example of a large transitional eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, an undermount sink, granite benchtops and matchstick tile splashback.

Refined Beachfront

Mike Schaap Builders

In the open and airy kitchen that is conducive to entertaining, crisp white cabinetry by Benchmark Wood Studio sets the casual tone alongside durable, low-maintenance Quartz countertops and a vibrant blue island that becomes a fun and functional focal point for the light-filled space. Mosaic glass tiles adorn the backsplash and the adjacent living room fireplace for a more cohesive feel. Photo Credit: Dan Zeeff

Kitchen Remodel 2

Nehemiah General Contractors, LLC

David Lauer Photography
This is an example of a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, metallic splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Sunny Isle Condominium

G Crews & Associates, Inc.

Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, metallic splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors and with island.

Urban Industrial Living

Atreum Construction Services

Photo of a large industrial single-wall open plan kitchen in Charlotte with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, with island and white floor.

Loft Jeffrey Alexander Island

New York Hardware

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, metallic splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

custom kitchen

Covenant Contracting LLC

covenant contracting llc
Inspiration for a large arts and crafts u-shaped eat-in kitchen in St Louis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, metallic splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and ceramic floors.

Kitchen Storage

A Plus Cabinets, Inc.

Adriana Ortiz
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, metallic splashback, matchstick tile splashback, white appliances, ceramic floors and no island.

Easy Lines Contemporary Appeal Kitchen

Mid Continent Cabinetry

Cherry Aero doors style by Mid Continent Cabinetry stained Slate.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Orange County with dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, with island, a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, metallic splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Gray/White Kitchen Remodel in El Dorado Hills, CA

A+ Construction & Remodeling

This is an example of a small contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Sacramento with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, metallic splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Kitchen Remodel

Third Space Builders, LLC.

Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Columbus with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, wood benchtops, metallic splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen Cabinet Gallery

Judy Hinton Cabinetry and Space Design

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, metallic splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island and grey floor.

Kitchen with Metallic Splashback and Matchstick 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!