Photo of an expansive contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with green splashback, matchstick tile splashback, a double-bowl sink, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Transitional Kitchen

Syntha Harris Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with stainless steel appliances, granite benchtops, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, ceramic floors, multiple islands and beige floor.

Wellborn Forest Cabinetry

C&H Kitchen Cabinet Gallery

Inspiration for an expansive country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands and brown floor.

Transitional Home in the heart of The Woodlands

By Design Interiors, Inc.

The floating island utilizes the open layout of this home. The pure white marble counter-top pop against the stained hardwood and the upholstered bar stools.

River Oaks Contemporary Kitchen

Kitchen & Bath Concepts

Challenge: Redesign the kitchen area for the original owner who built this home in the early 1970’s. Our design challenge was to create a completely new space that was functional, beautiful and much more open. The original kitchen, storage and utility spaces were outdated and very chopped up with a mechanical closet placed in the middle of the space located directly in front of the only large window in the room. We relocated the mechanical closet and the utility room to the back of the space with a Butler’s Pantry separating the two. The original large window is now revealed with a new lowered eating bar and a second island centered on it, featuring a dramatic linear light fixture above. We enlarged the window over the main kitchen sink for more light and created a new window to the right of the sink with a view towards the pool. The main cooking area of the kitchen features a large island with elevated walnut seating bar and 36” gas cooktop. A full 36” Built-in Refrigerator is located in the Kitchen with an additional Sub-Zero Refrigerator and Freezer located in the Butler’s Pantry. Result: Client’s Dream Kitchen Realized. Designed by Micqui McGowen, CKD, RID. Photographed by Julie Soefer.

Kitchen

C&S Enterprises, LLC

Large traditional single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, multiple islands, orange floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Polk Home

Keswick Homes

Large country kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Modern Luxury In Southwest Ranches

ibi designs

Ed Butera
Contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, multiple islands, white floor and grey benchtop.

Chauncey Knoll Residence

Carlton Edwards

Photo of a large traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Charlotte with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands and brown floor.

Wellborn Forest Cabinetry

C&H Kitchen Cabinet Gallery

Design ideas for an expansive country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands and brown floor.

Patel Kitchen by Tina Holland

Kitchen Sales & Kitchen Sales Gallery

Aristokraft cabinets Brellin White kitchen designed by Tina Holland at our Hoitt Avenue Kitchen and Bath showroom location Knoxville TN www.kitchensales.net

Our Work

First Class Wood Flooring

Large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Hills Drive

Duet Design Group

Before we started the design on this custom home, the client met with Barefoot Contessa's Ina Garten and brought us back a long list of needs for their expansive kitchen. Photo by Emily Minton Redfield

McLean, Virginia. Transitional Northern Virginia Residence

J&L Interiors, LLC

Nomoi Design LLC
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Avenue Collection | Ocean Drive Oak | Lake Tapps, WA

Hallmark Floors

A custom modern built kitchen designer and built by Oak Hearth Homes in Lake Tapps, WA. Using the Ocean Drive Oak from our Ultra Wide Avenue collection, they were able to achieve a clean and sleek kitchen with beautiful well thought out details throughout. The Ultra Wide Avenue Collection, removes the constraints of conventional flooring allowing your space to breathe. These Sawn-cut floors boast the longevity of a solid floor with the security of Hallmark’s proprietary engineering prowess to give your home the floor of a lifetime.

Ultimate Home & Man Cave For A Football, Motorcycle & Car Lover

James River Construction, LLC.

Collector's Garage with a Man Cave, Rooms, Kitchens & Bathrooms For Guests; Nick Springer (photographer)
Transitional kitchen in Richmond with an undermount sink, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Elegant Design

Saltzgiver Designs

Paul Kohlman
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Eisenhower Residence

Skyhook Design

Main level Kitchen, Dining, and Living Room remodel.
Mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with shaker cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, dark wood cabinets and matchstick tile splashback.

River Oaks Contemporary Kitchen

Kitchen & Bath Concepts

Preserve Parkway

Studio Shelter

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, beige floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Kitchen with Matchstick Tile Splashback and multiple Islands 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!