Bold, bright and beautiful. Just three of the many words we could use to describe the insanely cool Redhill Kitchen. The bespoke J-Groove cabinetry keeps this kitchen sleek and smooth, with light reflecting off the slab doors to keep the room open and spacious. Oak accents throughout the room softens the bold blue cabinetry, and grey tiles create a beautiful contrast between the two blues in the the room. Integrated appliances ensure that the burgundy Rangemaster is always the focus of the eye, and the reclaimed gym flooring makes the room so unique. It was a joy to work with NK Living on this project. Photography by Chris Snook

Wine Barrel Flooring: A Kitchen Aged to Perfection

Pine Street Carpenters & The Kitchen Studio

John Welsh
Photo of a small traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with soapstone benchtops, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, black benchtop and multi-coloured floor.

Nitchman Kitchen

TLC Design/Build LLC

JR Rhodenizer
Design ideas for a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Modern Kitchen in Delray Beach, FL

Allied Kitchen, Bath, Home and Outdoor Living

Mid-sized modern l-shaped separate kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

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.

Nevada City Knotty Alder

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Photo of a large country galley open plan kitchen in Sacramento with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Nevada City Knotty Alder

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GLENWOOD blue and white kitchen

Rosa Moreno Kitchens

This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Dayton Lodge

Mark D. Williams Custom Homes, Inc.

Incredible double island entertaining kitchen. Rustic douglas fir beams accident this open kitchen with a focal feature of a stone cooktop and steel backsplash. Surrounded by Pella windows to allow light to invite this space with natural light.

Bullevard St. Addition

Schweitzer Design & Build, Inc.

This is an example of a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtop and vaulted.

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

Beachy Boheme Interiors

This modern farmhouse kitchen remodel in Leucadia features a combination of gray lower cabinets and white uppers with brass hardware and pendant lights. White oak floating shelves and leather counter stools add warmth and texture to the space. We used matte black fixtures to compliment the windows and tied them in with the wall sconces.

Small, Transitional Farmhouse Kitchen in Upstate NY

Inde Kitchen Remodelers

Showplace Wood Product Cabinets in Paint Grade Soft Cream Vintage Finishes.
Small country u-shaped kitchen pantry in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and multi-coloured floor.

NEW BUILD: Doonan House

SX Constructions

Angus Martin Photography
Mid-sized contemporary galley kitchen pantry in Sunshine Coast with black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Kitchen in the Woods

Design Perspective Interior Design, LLC

Our clients wanted to update their kitchen and create more storage space. They also needed a desk area in the kitchen and a display area for family keepsakes. With small children, they were not using the breakfast bar on the island, so we chose when redesigning the island to add storage instead of having the countertop overhang for seating. We extended the height of the cabinetry also. A desk area with 2 file drawers and mail sorting cubbies was created so the homeowners could have a place to organize their bills, charge their electronics, and pay bills. We also installed 2 plugs into the narrow bookcase to the right of the desk area with USB plugs for charging phones and tablets. Our clients chose a cherry craftsman cabinet style with simple cups and knobs in brushed stainless steel. For the countertops, Silestone Copper Mist was chosen. It is a gorgeous slate blue hue with copper flecks. To compliment this choice, I custom designed this slate backsplash using multiple colors of slate. This unique, natural stone, geometric backsplash complemented the countertops and the cabinetry style perfectly. We installed a pot filler over the cooktop and a pull-out spice cabinet to the right of the cooktop. To utilize counterspace, the microwave was installed into a wall cabinet to the right of the cooktop. We moved the sink and dishwasher into the island and placed a pull-out garbage and recycling drawer to the left of the sink. An appliance lift was also installed for a Kitchenaid mixer to be stored easily without ever having to lift it. To improve the lighting in the kitchen and great room which has a vaulted pine tongue and groove ceiling, we designed and installed hollow beams to run the electricity through from the kitchen to the fireplace. For the island we installed 3 pendants and 4 down lights to provide ample lighting at the island. All lighting was put onto dimmer switches. We installed new down lighting along the cooktop wall. For the great room, we installed track lighting and attached it to the sides of the beams and used directional lights to provide lighting for the great room and to light up the fireplace. The beautiful home in the woods, now has an updated, modern kitchen and fantastic lighting which our clients love.

Howell BnB

With a Twist Inc

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, a double-bowl sink, glass tile splashback and multi-coloured floor.

Butler's Pantry

Victor Liberatore Interior Design

New Home Construction with a transitional flair with bold colors in this Butler's Pantry... that defines this home owners personality. Young and Energetic with a twist... Photography Courtesy of: Rojahn Custom Cabinets

White-Cream Kitchen Remodel with Shiplap & Rustic Beams

The Cleary Company

Newly remodeled kitchen is fresh and crisp. Original layout had a microwave over the range which were removed to create a custom range hood and adequate vent for the gas cooktop. The existing cabinets were painted Benjamin Moore Acadia White to match existing base & crown molding of home. Cesar Stone quartz countertops replaced existing builder grade granite. New wide plank engineered hardwood w/ an antiqued medium stain floors replaced existing narrow planked golden oak. New glass globe pendant lighting installed over island. Marshall Skinner, Marshall Evan Photography

Good Living

C W Quinn Home

This contemporary kitchen boasts a large dark blue island with Caesarstone Organic White quartz composite counter tops. The brass hardware accents the dark blue beautifully. To lighten up the room, the uppers were done in a white shaker. Natural walnut floating shelves open up the area adjacent to the sliding glass door. Photo Credit- Eva Grimm EVG Photography

Ethel - Casco Point Orono

Everlast Design + Build

custom metal kitchen hood, coffered ceiling, glass backsplash
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Hollis Transitional Kitchen 1

Denyne Designs

This beautiful transitional kitchen remodel features both natural cherry flat panel cabinetry alongside painted grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances and satin nickel hardware. The overall result is to an upscale and airy space that anyone would want to spend time in. The oversize island is a contrast in cool gray which joins the kitchen to the adjacent dining area, tying the two spaces together. Countertops in cherry butcher block as well as fantasy brown granite bring contrast to this expansive kitchen. Finally the rough-hewn flooring with it's mixture of rich, deep wood tones alongside lighter hues finish off this exquisite space.

Kitchen with Medium Hardwood Floors and Multi-Coloured Floor 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!