neil davis
Photo of a small traditional kitchen in Other with grey cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and multi-coloured floor.

Ben Lomond renovation project

Eden Builders

This is an example of a large mediterranean galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

West Leederville (BWSJ17)

Renovation Capital

Benches are Caesarstone Frosty Carrina with 40mm edges. The pressed metal panels and the fluted columns under the breakfast area are sprayed to match the colour of the cabinets (Tranquil Retreat).

Kitchen

Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling

This stunning kitchen features black kitchen cabinets, brass hardware, butcher block countertops, custom backsplash and open shelving which we can't get enough of!

Mornington Peninsula

Provoke Design

Re-modelling an existing layout from an old country look to a new modern take on country style. This budget kitchen was in need of a makeover and light and bright was a key factor in the re-design.

Cuisine contemporaine épurée blanc/bois avec carreaux de ciment

Cuisinella Paris 11 République

Cuisinella Paris 11 Référence Cuisinella : Light Jet Blanc Brillant Caisson : Chene Honey Poignée intégrée : Jet Plan de travail : Chene Honey & blanc brillant Crédit photo : Agence Meero

Colonial updated for family living

Uniquely Your Own

Renovated kitchen gets a new lay out with corner farm house sink, new shaker cabinets, bead board trim, coffered ceiling, large wood top island, 6 burner and gridle Blue Star Range and Chicago Brick Tile to hark to the original 1923 brick lanolium that was found as the original floor.

Таунхаус лофт с элементами классики

Cozy Houzy

кухня
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Moscow with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, grey splashback, black appliances, no island and multi-coloured floor.

NYスタイルとParisスタイル本物にこだわり抜いた空間デザイン

メープルホームズインターナショナル

2015 Cosmopolitian Home of the Year

Francesca Owings Interior Design

Inspiration for a traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Grand Rapids with white cabinets, marble benchtops, marble splashback, ceramic floors, multi-coloured floor, a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets and white splashback.

Sugar Loaf

User

For this vacation home, a complete gut job was needed in order to fit the lifestyle and needs of this young family of four and their guests. The narrow floor plan created unique challenges, but we maximized its full potential. The result was a warm but modern design with plenty of storage and seating. One of the biggest challenges was making sure everyone had a place to sit in the kitchen. The space between the kitchen and staircase was limiting, but with sleek modern chairs that tuck away, we were able to allow for traffic patterns and seat all of the children. To accommodate any vacation extras, an extra wide space near the kitchen and bathroom was transformed into additional shelving. We installed floor-to-ceiling cabinets that offer plenty of space for everyone’s belongings. A clean design was a must, so we opted for a more modern look. We used Benjamin Moore's "Simply White" as the foundation, putting it on the walls and cabinets, and coordinating the countertops and backsplash. To make the home more welcoming, we used natural wood on the island and floating shelves. The wood was coordinated with the floor, creating a cohesive interior. Project designed by Star Valley, Wyoming interior design firm Tawna Allred Interiors. They also serve Alpine, Auburn, Bedford, Etna, Freedom, Freedom, Grover, Thayne, Turnerville, Swan Valley, and Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Seattle MCM Remodel

Gradient Interior Design

An existing Ikea kitchen gets a facelift. This MCM home's original kitchen was gutted and replaced by a simple Maple Ikea kitchen along with an Ikea Maple floating floor. Maple overload. The client wanted a simple remodel, enlarging the available storage, replacing the fronts and several cabinets, as well as new floors, counters and backsplash. Boring and Bland is now Bright and clean.

Family friendly kitchen on the Hudson

Summit Street Design

This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Farmhouse Kitchen

Country u-shaped kitchen in New York with white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands, multi-coloured floor and red benchtop.

Sunny Yellow Retro Kitchen

Margie Grace - Grace Design Associates

We decided on a retro look for our new kitchen with lots of display shelving, happy colors, laminate counters (no cracking!), a chubby old stove, period details and “linoleum” flooring.

Black-and-White Badajoz for a Stylish Condo

Granada Tile

Inside a classic Portland, Oregon, condo building, Em Shephard, the project manager for Jessica Helgerson Interior Design chose our Badajoz cement tile to cover several floor spaces, including the kitchen, creating a chic, unified and graphic look. Interior Design: Jessica Helgerson Interior Design / Photograph: Lincoln Barbour / Cement Tiles: Granada Tile

Warm and Rustic Remodel

Kristin Petro Interiors, Inc.

Designer: Kristin Petro; Photographer: kellyallison photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, multi-coloured floor and slate splashback.

Holly's Kitchen

Holly Mathis Interiors

Becky Griffin's Curious Details
Small traditional galley separate kitchen in Houston with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and multi-coloured floor.

Mid-Century Ranch Kitchen

Angela Dechard Design

Design ideas for a small modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with subway tile splashback, white splashback, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white appliances, quartz benchtops, linoleum floors and multi-coloured floor.

Flour and sugar bins in lower cabinet drawer

APEX Design Build

Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley separate kitchen in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, no island, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen with Multi-Coloured Floor and Turquoise Floor 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!