Design ideas for a small transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and grey benchtop.

PROJECT NW QUIMBY

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Inspiration for a transitional galley kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Rénovation d'un T2 Parisien

Lagom architectes

Design ideas for a small scandinavian kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and white benchtop.

Wandsworth Deep Blue Kitchen and Bar

HOLLAND STREET KITCHENS

Photo of a transitional u-shaped kitchen in London with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Templeton Ave Kitchen Remodel

ReVision Design/Remodeling

A counter height peninsula provides more workable surface area and opens the kitchen to the breakfast room. The back wall of counter to ceiling cabinetry provides ample storage reducing clutter. © Lassiter Photography.

Wyandotte House - Kansas City

Schloegel Design Remodel

The lower cabinets are shaker style and painted in Sherwin Williams Naval while the upper cabinets are Sherwin Williams in Repose Gray. The exposed beams and window trim are the home's original. The island counter is monte cristo granite and the perimeter counters are fossil gray quartz.

Modern Kitchen

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stacked tile backsplash, straight tile bond, california faucets, gray paint, heath ceramics, duravit, design within reach, kohler, newport brass, quartz, zephyr & co

Liberty Park Kitchen Renovation

ELM Construction LLC

Traditional kitchen with custom cabinets, clean lines and white countertops.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Birmingham with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Gray and white transitional kitchen in Oakton, VA

Design Studio International

Viewing the kitchen from the dining room, you can see the open layout, and additional storage along the window and refrigerator wall. A Miele refrigerator is fully-integrated for a seamless appearance as part of the newly added storage wall.

Classic Delafield Kitchen Remodel

Kowalske Kitchen & Bath

Kowalske Kitchen & Bath remodeled this Delafield home in the Mulberry Grove neighborhood. The renovation included the kitchen, the fireplace tile and adding hardwood flooring to the entire first floor. Although the layout of the kitchen remained similar, we made smart changes to increase functionality. We removed the soffits to open the space and make room for taller cabinets to the ceiling. We reconfigured the appliances for extra prep space and added storage with rollouts and more drawers. The design is a classic, timeless look with white shaker cabinets, grey quartz counters and carrara marble subway tile backsplash. To give the space a trendy vibe, we used fun lighting, matte black fixtures and open shelving.

Lula Farmhouse Kitchen Remodel

Tracy Tesmer Design/Remodeling

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen Remodel
Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Transitional Updates - Naperville, IL

TKS Design Group

Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW Our clients had been in their home since the early 1980’s and decided it was time for some updates. We took on the kitchen, two bathrooms and a powder room. The layout in the kitchen was functional for them, so we kept that pretty much as is. Our client wanted a contemporary-leaning transitional look — nice clean lines with a gray and white palette. Light gray cabinets with a slightly darker gray subway tile keep the northern exposure light and airy. They also purchased some new furniture for their breakfast room and adjoining family room, so the whole space looks completely styled and new. The light fixtures are staggered and give a nice rhythm to the otherwise serene feel. The homeowners were not 100% sold on the flooring choice for little powder room off the kitchen when I first showed it, but now they think it is one of the most interesting features of the design. I always try to “push” my clients a little bit because that’s when things can get really fun and this is what you are paying for after all, ideas that you may not come up with on your own. We also worked on the two upstairs bathrooms. We started first on the hall bath which was basically just in need of a face lift. The floor is porcelain tile made to look like carrera marble. The vanity is white Shaker doors fitted with a white quartz top. We re-glazed the cast iron tub. The master bath was a tub to shower conversion. We used a wood look porcelain plank on the main floor along with a Kohler Tailored vanity. The custom shower has a barn door shower door, and vinyl wallpaper in the sink area gives a rich textured look to the space. Overall, it’s a pretty sophisticated look for its smaller fooprint. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Alan Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Apartamento Clásico renovado colorido

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La encimera es de marmol y sube lateralmente hasta el techo de la estancia creando uno de los espacios más representativos de este proyecto. En la barra se integran la vitrocerámica con campana de extracción creada en un cajón de pladur . Mario Trueba Photographer

Navy and White Beach Cottage- circa 1945

Woodsman Kitchens and Floors

This 1940's beach cottage has been renovated to include the orginal floors, doors and vintage glass door knobs. The owner collaborated with Terri Dubose @ Woodsman Kitchens and Floors. The combination of navy and white inset furniture grade cabinets with the white marbled quartz top, subway tile, ship lap, shutters and brass accents all complete this classic coastal style.

Wash Park

Evergreen Interior Designs

Painted blue kitchen cabinets, black soapstone counter, colorful rug. Brass lighting, brass hardware.
Design ideas for a small midcentury galley separate kitchen in Denver with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

Jackson Hole Mountain Modern

FESTIVE LIVING

Design ideas for a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

Mid Century III - Kitchen Addition

Tali Hardonag Architect

Mountain View Kitchen addition with butterfly roof, bamboo cabinets. Photography: Nadine Priestly
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, blue splashback, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Reforma parcial Santa Coloma

Sincro

Sincro
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern galley open plan kitchen in Barcelona with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, pink splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

KraftMaid: Maple Kitchen in Linen

KraftMaid

Features like countertop seating and open shelving highlight this clever small kitchen design. Linen cabinets are paired with light countertops to create a bright space in this open-concept home.

American Classic Design

Aspen White Star, LLC

Large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Kitchen with Medium Hardwood Floors and a Peninsula 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!