Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Brisbane with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, mirror splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, multiple islands and grey floor.

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Omega Furniture

This is an example of a modern galley open plan kitchen in Sydney with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands and black benchtop.

Templestowe Project

Urban Kitchens

Modern Design kitchen with lift up overheads, concealed range hood and large island bench feature.
Photo of a large modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, black appliances and multiple islands.

Residential Kitchen in Vail, Colorado Illuminated

Evo-Lite

The translucent Lumix Stone island, cabinet top, and counters are lighted with LED light panels in this expansive modern kitchen. Lots of daylight in a space can diminish the visual effect of backlighting during the day, FYI.

Altrincham County House Kitchen - Bespoke Shaker Kitchen, Hand-crafted Kitchen

Drew Forsyth & co

We are proud to present this breath-taking kitchen design that blends traditional and modern elements to create a truly unique and personal space. Upon entering, the Crittal-style doors reveal the beautiful interior of the kitchen, complete with a bespoke island that boasts a curved bench seat that can comfortably seat four people. The island also features seating for three, a Quooker tap, AGA oven, and a rounded oak table top, making it the perfect space for entertaining guests. The mirror splashback adds a touch of elegance and luxury, while the traditional high ceilings and bi-fold doors allow plenty of natural light to flood the room. The island is not just a functional space, but a stunning piece of design as well. The curved cupboards and round oak butchers block are beautifully complemented by the quartz worktops and worktop break-front. The traditional pilasters, nickel handles, and cup pulls add to the timeless feel of the space, while the bespoke serving tray in oak, integrated into the island, is a delightful touch. Designing for large spaces is always a challenge, as you don't want to overwhelm or underwhelm the space. This kitchen is no exception, but the designers have successfully created a space that is both functional and beautiful. Each drawer and cabinet has its own designated use, and the dovetail solid oak draw boxes add an elegant touch to the overall bespoke kitchen. Each design is tailored to the household, as the designers aim to recreate the period property's individual character whilst mixing traditional and modern kitchen design principles. Whether you're a home cook or a professional chef, this kitchen has everything you need to create your culinary masterpieces. This kitchen truly is a work of art, and I can't wait for you to see it for yourself! Get ready to be inspired by the beauty, functionality, and timeless style of this bespoke kitchen, designed specifically for your household.

Random Lane

cpopp workshop

Mike Graff
Photo of an expansive contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Sacramento with flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, mirror splashback, multiple islands and an undermount sink.

Blue Kitchen Design

Tom Howley

This kitchens demeanour is one of quiet function, designed for effortless prepping and cooking and with space to socialise with friends and family. The unusual curved island in dusted oak veneer and finished in our unique paint colour, Periwinkle offers seating for eating and chatting. The handmade cabinets of this blue kitchen design are individually specified and perfectly positioned to maximise every inch of space. Our warm blue 'Periwinkle' is the perfect choice for creating a kitchen with a confident, stylish personality. A versatile shade with warm undertones it takes on a range of tones depending on the lighting.

Modern Mountain Kitchen

Sanctuary Kitchen and Bath Design

www.denverphoto.com
Expansive contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, mirror splashback, medium hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Moody Blues

Mowlem & Co

Moody Blues Deep, rich shades of blue, from royal to midnight, are a key kitchen colour trend, whether this is the primary colour theme or used as only for an island unit or an accent feature. From heritage style hand-painted effects to modern lacquers and finishes... whatever shade of blue you may be in the mood for can easily be achieved in a Mowlem & Co bespoke kitchen.

Inspiration Station

Grid Thirteen Luxury Kitchens, Bedrooms & Living

Contemporary, handle-less SieMatic S2 'Nutmeg' kitchen in velvet-matt, complete with; Caesarstone quartz worktops, tinted mirror backsplash, Spekva timber breakfast bar and cabinet surrounds, Gaggenau appliances, BORA cooktop and extraction, Quooker boiling water tap, Blanco sink. SieMatic media unit in velvet matt with Spekva timber TV panel, tinted mirror back panel and LED lighting. SieMatic velvet matt bootroom complete with Spekva timber bench seating and shelving and tinted mirror back panel. SieMatic 'SC' utility room complete with SieMatic high pressure laminate worktops and stainless steel handles, back painted glass splashback. Jesse bedroom furniture and dressing area.

Expansive Traditional in Scarsdale

Bilotta Kitchen & Home

For this project, the entire kitchen was designed around the “must-have” Lacanche range in the stunning French Blue with brass trim. That was the client’s dream and everything had to be built to complement it. Bilotta senior designer, Randy O’Kane, CKD worked with Paul Benowitz and Dipti Shah of Benowitz Shah Architects to contemporize the kitchen while staying true to the original house which was designed in 1928 by regionally noted architect Franklin P. Hammond. The clients purchased the home over two years ago from the original owner. While the house has a magnificent architectural presence from the street, the basic systems, appointments, and most importantly, the layout and flow were inappropriately suited to contemporary living. The new plan removed an outdated screened porch at the rear which was replaced with the new family room and moved the kitchen from a dark corner in the front of the house to the center. The visual connection from the kitchen through the family room is dramatic and gives direct access to the rear yard and patio. It was important that the island separating the kitchen from the family room have ample space to the left and right to facilitate traffic patterns, and interaction among family members. Hence vertical kitchen elements were placed primarily on existing interior walls. The cabinetry used was Bilotta’s private label, the Bilotta Collection – they selected beautiful, dramatic, yet subdued finishes for the meticulously handcrafted cabinetry. The double islands allow for the busy family to have a space for everything – the island closer to the range has seating and makes a perfect space for doing homework or crafts, or having breakfast or snacks. The second island has ample space for storage and books and acts as a staging area from the kitchen to the dinner table. The kitchen perimeter and both islands are painted in Benjamin Moore’s Paper White. The wall cabinets flanking the sink have wire mesh fronts in a statuary bronze – the insides of these cabinets are painted blue to match the range. The breakfast room cabinetry is Benjamin Moore’s Lampblack with the interiors of the glass cabinets painted in Paper White to match the kitchen. All countertops are Vermont White Quartzite from Eastern Stone. The backsplash is Artistic Tile’s Kyoto White and Kyoto Steel. The fireclay apron-front main sink is from Rohl while the smaller prep sink is from Linkasink. All faucets are from Waterstone in their antique pewter finish. The brass hardware is from Armac Martin and the pendants above the center island are from Circa Lighting. The appliances, aside from the range, are a mix of Sub-Zero, Thermador and Bosch with panels on everything.

A Cooks Kitchen in Belfair Plantation

Arlene Williams

Inspiration for a transitional kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Turramurra - Contemporary Kitchen

Art of Kitchens Pty Ltd

The homeowners of this beautiful Turramurra kitchen design wanted a statement kitchen with a bold, contemporary design featuring marble and dark cabinetry.

Kitchen and Butlers Pantry

Skyring Architects

Kitchen opening through to butlers pantry. Recycled timber benchtop to island, stainless steel bench to centre sink area and black laminate bench to rear. Photo: Lara Masselos Partial house Staging: Baxter Macintosh

North Apartments, Gold Coast

Kitchen Inspirations & Border Joinery

Design ideas for an expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Gold Coast - Tweed with medium wood cabinets, multiple islands, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black splashback, mirror splashback, beige floor and white benchtop.

Castle Hill House by StudioJLA

Justin Loe Architects

This kitchen has a custom designed Ceaserstone island benchtop with additional timber island to allow its occupants a more relaxed dining & working area. The kitchen also encompasses (hidden behind the joinery) a walk-in pantry and laundry space. The design of this residence aims to address the sites irregular shape sloping block. The residence has been sited well back from the street to allow for a wider frontage home. The home has been designed to have private outdoor spaces to the front and rear of the house to provide a summer and winter private open space for outdoor living and maximise solar access. The use of sustainable materials and passive approach to thermal comfort ensure the house remains energy efficient and less reliant on natural resources.

411 Penthouse

Michael Doty Associates Architects

Tory Taglio Photo
Modern galley open plan kitchen in Boise with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, concrete benchtops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and multiple islands.

Stucco and Reclaimed Brick Modern French Country

Wyrick Residential Design

This is an example of a large l-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, mirror splashback, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Cammeray HIA 2014 Kitchen of the year

Art of Kitchens Pty Ltd

Designing a modern kitchen that does not look like a kitchen might seem an impossible task, but Art of Kitchens took on the challenge and created a striking room in this lovely Cammeray home. The brief was simple: create a functional kitchen that doesn’t necessarily look like a kitchen that integrates well with the surrounding rooms and to accommodate the owners’ love of cooking and entertaining. Photos by Eliot Cohen

Minimalist

Kitchens & Bathrooms Squared

This modern kitchen features a sleek shadow-line look which creates a very minimalistic look to the space. The island bench is completed by two drop sides which is mirrored on the second island adjacent. The island is the work station of this kitchen with the sink and induction cook top being included on it, which meant a suspended range hood needed to be used. Gloss white with a dark timber veneer feature was used along with aluminium shadow lines which eliminated all handles.

Kitchen with Mirror 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!