Hobart, IN. Haas Signature Collection. Rustic Maple Kitchen

Cabinet Brand: Haas Signature Collection Wood Species: Maple Cabinet Finish: Pecan Door Style: Shakertown V Counter top: Hanstone Quartz, Bevel edge, Serenity color

The Haberdasher's Kitchen

deVOL Kitchens

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional separate kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, medium wood cabinets, copper benchtops, brown splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Countertops

Keystone Granite

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired

GEGG DESIGN & CABINETRY

Keith Gegg
Design ideas for a large arts and crafts u-shaped eat-in kitchen in St Louis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

WARMLY DRAMATIC CONTEMPORARY KITCHEN

Vicki Blakeman Interior Design

A glamorous yet warm kitchen we designed for long-time clients. They requested natural wood, clean design, stainless steel and black accents, , and a very functional working space. We designed interior architecture, layout, all cabinets, lighting, materials, and furniture to implement a very personal vision.

Medicine Lake Addition and Main Floor Renovation

CRE Construction

Clear alder cabinetry with full extension glides house the dishware and cookware which make a kitchen work. Gas cooktop works perfectly into the kitchen triangle design.

Open Concept Kitchen

Thompson Remodeling

This open concept kitchen by Thompson Remodeling involved removing walls to allow open flow from the kitchen into the living and dining rooms. The star of this kitchen is the expansive island, anchored by gorgeous columns with features that include plenty of work space, built-in bookshelves, and seating for three. Perimeter cabinets are maple with a caramel, chocolate glaze finish and the island cabinetry is alder with chestnut finish. Other design details include quartz countertops and ceramic tile flooring and backsplash.

Coeur d'Alene Mountain Home

Hendricks Architecture

Roger Wade Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Warm Transitional Kitchen

Designer's Edge Kitchen & Bath

The remodel took traffic flow and appliance placement into consideration. The refrigerator was relocated to an area closer to the sink and out of the flow of traffic. Recessed lighting and under-cabinet lighting now flood the kitchen with warm light. The closet pantry and a half wall between the family room and kitchen were removed and a peninsular with seating area was added to provide a large work surface, storage on both sides and shelving with baskets to store homework, craft items and books. Opening this area up provided a welcoming spot for friends and family to gather when entertaining. The microwave was placed at a height that was safe and convenient for the whole family. Cabinets taken to the ceiling, large drawers, pantry roll-outs and a corner lazy susan have helped make this kitchen a pleasure to gather as a family.

Kitchen

Distinctive Cabinetry of the High Country

Design ideas for a country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Charlotte with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Walnut IKEA Kitchen

Semihandmade

Standard IKEA kitchen in NYC with custom Semihandmade Flat-sawn Walnut facing. Photo by Andrew Giammarco Photography.
Design ideas for a contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Transitional Kitchen with Cherry Cabinets, Quartz Countertops, Mosaic Backsplash

Cabinet-S-Top

In this 1930’s home, the kitchen had been previously remodeled in the 90’s. The goal was to make the kitchen more functional, add storage and bring back the original character of the home. This was accomplished by removing the adjoining wall between the kitchen and dining room and adding a peninsula with a breakfast bar where the wall once existed. A redesign of the original breakfast nook created a space for the refrigerator, pantry, utility closet and coffee bar which camouflages the radiator. An exterior door was added so the homeowner could gain access to their back patio. The homeowner also desired a better solution for their coats, so a small mudroom nook was created in their hallway. The products installed were Waypoint 630F Cherry Spice Cabinets, Sangda Falls Quartz with Double Roundover Edge on the Countertop, Crystal Shores Random Linear Glass Tile - Sapphire Lagoon Backsplash, and Hendrik Pendant Lights.

Lemoyne Kitchen remodel

Mother Hubbard's Custom Cabinetry

Socolow
Large transitional galley kitchen pantry in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and multiple islands.

Southwestern Kitchen in Jamison, PA

Lang's Kitchen & Bath

This kitchen renovation brings a taste of the southwest to the Jamison, PA home. The distinctive design and color scheme is brought to life by the beautiful handmade terracotta tiles, which is complemented by the warm wood tones of the kitchen cabinets. Extra features like a dish drawer cabinet, countertop pot filler, built in laundry center, and chimney hood add to both the style and practical elements of the kitchen.

Harcourt

Haylett Homes

Finished kitchen after walls are removed
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boise with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Quarter sawn white oak kitchen.

Susan Brook Interiors

The clients called me in to help with finishing details on their kitchen remodel. They had already decided to do a lot of the work themselves and also decided on a cabinet company. I came into the project early enough to see a better layout to the original kitchen, then i was able to give my clients better options to choose from on the flow and aesthetics of the space. They already had an existing island but no sink, the refrigerator was an awkward walk away from the work space. We panned with everything moving and a much better flow was created, more storage than needed..that's always a good problem to have! Multiple storage drawers under the range, roll out trash, appliance garage for the coffee maker and much more. This was my first time working with non custom cabinets, it turned out wonderful with all the bells and whistles a dream kitchen should have.

Saratoga Farm

Jeffrey Doherty Designer

Photo of a mid-sized traditional kitchen in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, brown splashback, with island and stainless steel appliances.

Leawood Classic French Kitchen

Kitchens By Kleweno

Bob Greenspan Photography
This is an example of a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Kansas City with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Northwest Retreat II

Deering Design Studio, Inc.

Inspiration for a country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, brown splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor and black benchtop.

East St Paul Walnut Kitchen

Hawthorne Kitchens

Large country galley open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and multi-coloured floor.

Kitchen with Medium Wood Cabinets and Brown 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!