Builder: J. Peterson Homes Interior Design: Vision Interiors by Visbeen Photographer: Ashley Avila Photography The best of the past and present meet in this distinguished design. Custom craftsmanship and distinctive detailing give this lakefront residence its vintage flavor while an open and light-filled floor plan clearly mark it as contemporary. With its interesting shingled roof lines, abundant windows with decorative brackets and welcoming porch, the exterior takes in surrounding views while the interior meets and exceeds contemporary expectations of ease and comfort. The main level features almost 3,000 square feet of open living, from the charming entry with multiple window seats and built-in benches to the central 15 by 22-foot kitchen, 22 by 18-foot living room with fireplace and adjacent dining and a relaxing, almost 300-square-foot screened-in porch. Nearby is a private sitting room and a 14 by 15-foot master bedroom with built-ins and a spa-style double-sink bath with a beautiful barrel-vaulted ceiling. The main level also includes a work room and first floor laundry, while the 2,165-square-foot second level includes three bedroom suites, a loft and a separate 966-square-foot guest quarters with private living area, kitchen and bedroom. Rounding out the offerings is the 1,960-square-foot lower level, where you can rest and recuperate in the sauna after a workout in your nearby exercise room. Also featured is a 21 by 18-family room, a 14 by 17-square-foot home theater, and an 11 by 12-foot guest bedroom suite.

Arts and Crafts Kitchen Transformation

Erika Altenhofen, CKBD

Arts and Crafts kitchen remodel in turn-of-the-century Portland Four Square, featuring a custom built-in eating nook, five-color inlay marmoleum flooring, maximized storage, and a one-of-a-kind handmade ceramic tile backsplash. Photography by Kuda Photography

Soft Modern

JP Malone

Design ideas for a mid-sized l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Complete remodel- Burlingame, CA

W and W Builders Group Inc.

Complete remodel at Burlingame, CA, High Quality laminate flooring, flat-panel white kitchen cabinets, soft closing doors, custom island, Quartz Calacata White countertop, Stainless steel appliances, Led lighting and island light fixtures, quartz slab backsplash.

New, custom, Bergeron-built Tuscan style home with Mediterranean influences!

Cindy Fox Miller and Associates

The kitchen showcases high-end integrated Thermador appliances, custom cabinetry, spacious butcher block island, and breakfast nook.
Mid-sized mediterranean single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Plymouth Heights condo up grade

Gabriel's Kitchen and Bath LLC

Gabe DiDonato
Design ideas for a small modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, no island, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

S. W. Reno Custom Home

Unique Design Cabinet Company

China Display cabinet. Large open kitchen design with sink and dishwasher in the island. both counter top height (36") siting area as well as an elevated (42"h) seating area. Image by UDCC

SLC Victorian

Maven Home Interiors

Victorian Remodel in Salt Lake City. Professional Appliances. Custom Cabinetry, Made to order hand painted backsplash with quartzite counter tops.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Farm House Style Remodel on Live Oak

First Choice Custom Builders

Epic Foto Group
Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Whidbey Island Remodel

Soundesign Group Architects, PLLC

Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, no island, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Anthem Country Remodel

Diane Cabral Interiors

Craftsman modern kitchen with terrazzo flooring and all custome cabinetry and wood ceilings is stained black walnut. Custom doors in black walnut.
Photo of a large arts and crafts u-shaped open plan kitchen in Las Vegas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, terrazzo floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Whispering Heights Remodel

31E Designs

Minimal, white shaker cabinets brighten the room and help to solidify that mid-century modern feel my clients were seeking. However, my clients’ personality and that of the space shines through in the subway tiles’ pop of color. OK – maybe it’s a little more than a pop of color, but it takes this kitchen to the next level. The shiny, blue tile is an unexpected move that completely transforms this space. Material choice in this project had more of a significance because the kitchen’s shape and size didn’t change and was still rather confined. Because of this, the layout needed to be organized purposefully, leaving the real transformation up to the material.Material choice in this project had more of a significance because the kitchen’s shape and size didn’t change and was still rather confined. Because of this, the layout needed to be organized purposefully, leaving the real transformation up to the material.

Denim Blue and White Recessed Cabinetry

dRemodeling

Playing with multiples pantones under a strict palette, the contrast found in the cabinetry of this kitchen is brought together through its beautiful accents. With luxurious golden pulls and exposed beige wood underneath the white cabinetry, the cabinets are directly correlated with other fixtures in the kitchen such as the golden kitchen faucet and farmhouse sink. By being consistent when choosing contrast while design, the space, ironically, can be just a complimentary as it is contrasting.

Project 3501-1 Ford Pkwy St. Paul Kitchen Remodel Plaid Wallpaper

Castle Building & Remodeling

This twin home was the perfect home for these empty nesters – retro-styled bathrooms, beautiful fireplace and built-ins, and a spectacular garden. The only thing the home was lacking was a functional kitchen space. The old kitchen had three entry points – one to the dining room, one to the back entry, and one to a hallway. The hallway entry was closed off to create a more functional galley style kitchen that isolated traffic running through and allowed for much more countertop and storage space. The clients wanted a transitional style that mimicked their design choices in the rest of the home. A medium wood stained base cabinet was chosen to warm up the space and create contrast against the soft white upper cabinets. The stove was given two resting points on each side, and a large pantry was added for easy-access storage. The original box window at the kitchen sink remains, but the same granite used for the countertops now sits on the sill of the window, as opposed to the old wood sill that showed all water stains and wears. The granite chosen (Nevaska Granite) is a wonderful color mixture of browns, greys, whites, steely blues and a hint of black. A travertine tile backsplash accents the warmth found in the wood tone of the base cabinets and countertops. Elegant lighting was installed as well as task lighting to compliment the bright, natural light in this kitchen. A flip-up work station will be added as another work point for the homeowners – likely to be used for their stand mixer while baking goodies with their grandkids. Wallpaper adds another layer of visual interest and texture. The end result is an elegant and timeless design that the homeowners will gladly use for years to come. Tour this project in person, September 28 – 29, during the 2019 Castle Home Tour!

Expensive Luxury Homes by Fratantoni Design!

Fratantoni Interior Designers

World Renowned Interior Design Firm Fratantoni Interior Designers created these beautiful home designs! They design homes for families all over the world in any size and style. They also have in-house Architecture Firm Fratantoni Design and world class Luxury Home Building Firm Fratantoni Luxury Estates! Hire one or all three companies to design, build and or remodel your home!

Ocean Front Cape Cod Kitchen

Lane Design + Build

Photo of an expansive beach style galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Glenelg Project

Jag Kitchens

Photo of a contemporary open plan kitchen in Adelaide with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, plywood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Eagle Lake

Collinsedge

Photo of an expansive country galley eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an integrated sink, open cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

Viscount White Granite Work surface

Paramount Stone Specialists

Main Island piece has book matched waterfall end panels, with mitered edges. Island has one inset hob cut out.
Design ideas for an expansive modern eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, black cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback, black appliances, marble floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Portland Heights Historic Home

COOPER Design Build

This traditional kitchen's highlights entail recessed panel cabinets, decorative tile backsplashes, and stainless steel appliances.
This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Portland with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, red splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen with Multi-Coloured Floor and Multi-Coloured Benchtop 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!