Photo of an expansive transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Traditionl Hand Painted Framed Kitchen

Tulip

This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Surrey with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Kingswood Road

Maria Pennington Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, zinc benchtops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Dun Laoghaire

BeSpace - kitchens/bedrooms/living

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Photo of a transitional u-shaped kitchen in Dublin with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, an undermount sink and white splashback.

Kentfield Home

Petersen Design Associates, LLC

Large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Contemporary Off-White Kitchen in Buffalo, NY

UltraCraft Cabinetry

This beautiful kitchen features UltraCraft Cabinetry's Plainview Wide door style with Rag and Bone paint, and was featured in the Consumer Report's Kitchen & Bath Design Guide. Designed by the talented Trés Jolie Maison (www.tjminteriordesign.com), an interior design firm offering residential and commercial interior designs with offices in Naples Florida, Buffalo New York, and Chicago Illinois; as well as offering their services internationally. Photographed by Kim Smith Photo (www.KimSmithPhoto.com)

Scandinavian Industrial Kitchen

Hawk Kitchens and Bathrooms

Design ideas for a small scandinavian galley open plan kitchen in Buckinghamshire with shaker cabinets, mirror splashback, no island, a farmhouse sink and grey floor.

Chislehurst House

Corrie Jones Architecture

We transformed the ground floor of this house, which was a collection of small, dark and disjointed spaces into one full of light, and life. The previous floorplan was a bit of a rabbit-warren, with an enclosed entrance hall with six separate doors coming off it, each leading to a room with a different function. A very dated kitchen was linked with an even smaller dining area, with a small utility room off of that. The house had no sense of cohesion, very little natural light, and no sense of space...or fun. Our aim was to create a large space for entertaining friends and family, somewhere to eat, drink and be merry. We converted the kitchen into a snug, and opened up most of the rear of the house and introduced two large expanses of glazing out onto the garden terrace. A large island, along the main entrance axis of the space was introduced, with a large bespoke pocket door allowing the space to be completely open, providing a clear unobstructed view from the front door throughout the house to the rear terrace. The palette is very smart and subtle mix of light ivory with accents of dark greys, with brushed brass fittings, and warm timber furnishings to bring in added warmth.

Extension in Holmer Green

AG ARCHITECTURE STUDIO

Transitional galley kitchen in Buckinghamshire with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, mirror splashback, black appliances, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

Cotswold Country House

Gasson & Phillips Interiors

Open plan living/dining/kitchen in refurbished Cotswold country house
Design ideas for a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Gloucestershire with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, mirror splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Thames Ditton Painted Shaker Kitchen

Higham Furniture

An aesthetically pleasing utility is just as important as a kitchen. We love how this Shaker utility turned out.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Surrey with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

A London Town House Kitchen By Burlanes

burlanes interiors

A stunning period property in the heart of London, the homeowners of this beautiful town house have created a stunning, boutique hotel vibe throughout, and Burlanes were commissioned to design and create a kitchen with charisma and rustic charm. Handpainted in Farrow & Ball 'Studio Green', the Burlanes Hoyden cabinetry is handmade to fit the dimensions of the room exactly, complemented perfectly with Silestone worktops in 'Iconic White'.

Contemporary Grey Kitchen

Tom Howley

The Hartford collection is an inspired modern update on the classic Shaker style kitchen. Designed with simplicity in mind, the kitchens in this range have a universal appeal that never fails to delight. Each kitchen is beautifully proportioned, with an unerring focus on scale that ensures the final result is flawless. The impressive island adds much needed extra storage and work surface space, perfect for busy family living. Placed in the centre of the kitchen, it creates a hub for friends and family to gather. A large Kohler sink, with Perrin & Rowe taps creates a practical prep area and because it’s positioned between the Aga and fridge it creates an ideal work triangle.

Back To Black

Rencraft Ltd

Darker, single shade cabinetry is a growing trend in kitchen design and this room is a great example. Here, all the cabinets have been hand-painted in the same charcoal-toned shade of grey. Veined black granite has been chosen for the worktops, with the dramatic colour scheme even extending as far as the black sink by Kohler. The sink isn’t the only note-worthy feature. The main run of cabinetry is home to statement appliances that include a large Wolf range cooker and an impressive Sub Zero fridge freezer. Solid oak interiors add a touch of warmth, ensuring that this striking kitchen design is every bit as stunning on the inside as it is on the out. Copyright: Ryan Wicks Photography

Guildford Listed Town House

Anna Wilson Interiors

Emma Lewis
Inspiration for a mid-sized country kitchen in Surrey with shaker cabinets, mirror splashback, limestone floors, with island and beige floor.

White Marble Farmhouse

Granite Transformations

Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, slate floors and with island.

Bracken House

GOATER JONES London Ltd

Inspiration for a traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Surrey with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Farnham

Lewis Alderson & Co.

Classic tailored furniture is married with the very latest appliances from Sub Zero and Wolf to provide a kitchen of distinction, designed to perfectly complement the proportions of the room. The design is practical and inviting but with every modern luxury included.

Sandalwood transitional

Jamestown Estate Homes

Starlight Images Inc
Expansive transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Modern Classic Painted Kitchen

Greenhill Handmade Kitchens

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped kitchen in Other with with island, a double-bowl sink, grey cabinets, mirror splashback, white appliances, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, grey benchtop and shaker cabinets.

Kitchen with Shaker Cabinets and Mirror 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!