Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Charlotte with a farmhouse sink, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Arcadia

Axiom Luxury Homes

This is an example of a transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Los Angeles Elegance

Christine Vroom Interiors

Photo of a transitional u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Fotografía de interiores para Stefan Relic & Paul Valchich

Yanina Mazzei Fotografía

Fotografías: Yanina Mazzei. Diseño, Arquitectura interior y Decoración: Stefan Relic & Paul Valchich
This is an example of a small scandinavian l-shaped kitchen in Barcelona with raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, no island and white floor.

Beach Street Residence

TINEKE TRIGGS

Suzanne Scott
Mid-sized transitional l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with with island, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and a farmhouse sink.

View of peninsula

Tobi Brockway Interiors Inc.

1980's bungalow with small galley kitchen was completely transformed into an open contemporary space. Brian Yungblut Photography, St. Catharines
Photo of a mid-sized transitional open plan kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and shaker cabinets.

Urban Loft - Storage Solutions

Dura Supreme Cabinetry

Storage Solutions - A vanity grooming rack (VGC) is a must-have for curling irons and blow-dryers. “Loft” Living originated in Paris when artists established studios in abandoned warehouses to accommodate the oversized paintings popular at the time. Modern loft environments idealize the characteristics of their early counterparts with high ceilings, exposed beams, open spaces, and vintage flooring or brickwork. Soaring windows frame dramatic city skylines, and interior spaces pack a powerful visual punch with their clean lines and minimalist approach to detail. Dura Supreme cabinetry coordinates perfectly within this design genre with sleek contemporary door styles and equally sleek interiors. This kitchen features Moda cabinet doors with vertical grain, which gives this kitchen its sleek minimalistic design. Lofted design often starts with a neutral color then uses a mix of raw materials, in this kitchen we’ve mixed in brushed metal throughout using Aluminum Framed doors, stainless steel hardware, stainless steel appliances, and glazed tiles for the backsplash. Request a FREE Brochure: http://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochure Find a dealer near you today: http://www.durasupreme.com/dealer-locator

Stanford in Pewter

Venegas and Company

Michael J. Lee Photography
Contemporary kitchen in Boston with mosaic tile splashback, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops and white splashback.

Kitchen Renovation in Columbia MD

Reno Maryland

Welcome to our Kitchen Renovation project, where we are reimagining your kitchen as a contemporary oasis of style and functionality. With light blue cabinets bringing a sense of serenity, a pristine white countertop exuding elegance, and a captivating mosaic backsplash adding artistic flair, this renovation seamlessly blends transitional design elements with modern aesthetics. Get ready to experience the beauty of a designer kitchen that not only captures the eye but also enhances your daily culinary experience.

Cotswolds Cottage

Imperfect Interiors

We added chequerboard floor tiles, wall lights, a zellige tile splash back, a white Shaker kitchen and dark wooden worktops to our Cotswolds Cottage project. Interior Design by Imperfect Interiors Armada Cottage is available to rent at www.armadacottagecotswolds.co.uk

Accessory Dwelling Unit Kitchen

Marina Rubina, Architect

Light filled kitchen of the Accessory Dwelling Unit with great view of the street
Small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Blue Beauty: A Farmhouse Kitchen Remodel in Fort Worth

Medford Remodeling

Mid-sized country u-shaped separate kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Modern Tudor Renovation

Curated Nest

Inspiration for a traditional l-shaped kitchen in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Olive Green & Sustainable Bamboo

Sheffield Sustainable Kitchens

Mid-sized l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Transitional Cottage Kitchen - Atlanta

Innovative Design Build

Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Cherry Creek North Modern

Sanctuary Kitchen and Bath Design

Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, mosaic tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Trendy Trad in Glen Ellyn

TKS Design Group

Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW I am still sometimes shocked myself at how much of a difference a kitchen remodel can make in a space, you think I would know by now! This was one of those jobs. The small U-shaped room was a bit cramped, a bit dark and a bit dated. A neighboring sunroom/breakfast room addition was awkwardly used, and most of the time the couple hung out together at the small peninsula. The client wish list included a larger, lighter kitchen with an island that would seat 7 people. They have a large family and wanted to be able to gather and entertain in the space. Right outside is a lovely backyard and patio with a fireplace, so having easy access and flow to that area was also important. Our first move was to eliminate the wall between kitchen and breakfast room, which we anticipated would need a large beam and some structural maneuvering since it was the old exterior wall. However, what we didn’t anticipate was that the stucco exterior of the original home was layered over hollow clay tiles which was impossible to shore up in the typical manner. After much back and forth with our structural team, we were able to develop a plan to shore the wall and install a large steal & wood structural beam with minimal disruption to the original floor plan. That was important because we had already ordered everything customized to fit the plan. We all breathed a collective sigh of relief once that part was completed. Now we could move on to building the kitchen we had all been waiting for. Oh, and let’s not forget that this was all being done amidst COVID 2020. We covered the rough beam with cedar and stained it to coordinate with the floors. It’s actually one of my favorite elements in the space. The homeowners now have a big beautiful island that seats up to 7 people and has a wonderful flow to the outdoor space just like they wanted. The large island provides not only seating but also substantial prep area perfectly situated between the sink and cooktop. In addition to a built-in oven below the large gas cooktop, there is also a steam oven to the left of the sink. The steam oven is great for baking as well for heating daily meals without having to heat up the large oven. The other side of the room houses a substantial pantry, the refrigerator, a small bar area as well as a TV. The homeowner fell in love the with the Aqua quartzite that is on the island, so we married that with a custom mosaic in a similar tone behind the cooktop. Soft white cabinetry, Cambria quartz and Thassos marble subway tile complete the soft traditional look. Gold accents, wood wrapped beams and oak barstools add warmth the room. The little powder room was also included in the project. Some fun wallpaper, a vanity with a pop of color and pretty fixtures and accessories finish off this cute little space. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Retreat on 1st St

Beyond Beige Interior Design Inc.

Beyond Beige Interior Design | www.beyondbeige.com | Ph: 604-876-3800 | Photography By Provoke Studios |
Photo of a small contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Woods Kitchen Remodel

Bombeck Design

Inspiration for a small scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Alpharetta Modern Farmhouse

Haggard Home Cabinetry & Design

Large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop and vaulted.

Kitchen with Mosaic Tile 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!