Expansive transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Denver with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands and black benchtop.

Basement Kitchenette

David Lund Design

What had been a wonderful new construction project got even better when learned that the homeowner wanted to build a contemporary bar - kind of like a kitchen, actually - with stone countertops, high-end appliances, and beautiful tile and custom cabinets in the basement. It's a unique project in that it is not fully a kitchen [there's only a beverage fridge, drawer microwave, ice maker, and dishwasher, but no oven], and it's more than a simple bar as it accommodates food preparation or a catering service. For the homeowner, who is a huge Vikings fan and entertains large groups of sports-loving fans, the perfect project was a full bar/kitchenette that would serve as the ideal place for friends to gather, eat and drink.!

Hidden Gem

Esslinger Design Company

Cabinet paint color: Cushing Green by Benjamin Moore
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and beige benchtop.

The "Timeless" Kitchen

EFE Creative Lab

Interior Design by EFE Creative Lab, Inc. Photography by Gabriel Volpi
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and white benchtop.

Contemporary Kitchen + Master Bathroom Remodel in Washington, DC

Four Brothers Design + Build

Inspiration for a large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and black benchtop.

Anchorvale

User

Design ideas for a contemporary galley kitchen in Singapore with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen

AJH Renovations, LLC

Country u-shaped kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and grey benchtop.

European Influenced Craftsman Home

Two Hands Interiors

A custom copper hood, hand painted terra-cotta tile backsplash, expansive windows and rich Taj Mahal quartzite counters create a sophisticated and comfortable kitchen. With a pot filler, built-in shelves for spices and plenty of dark gray cabinets for storage, a modern chef has so many tools close at-hand.

Obsessed with Southwest Kitchen

InteriorEcho, LLC

Design ideas for a galley kitchen in San Diego with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Tanner Place Residence

Pedini NW

This condo kitchen remodel completely transformed the space! We removed the builder-grade wood cabinetry that was originally installed in the building and put in sleek matte lacquer cabinets with Caesarstone countertops and full-height backsplash. The appliances also got an upgrade to a full Miele package! The wall on the left side of the island was originally solid and blocked the view of the space from the entry. We opened in up to become a "picture frame" wall since we couldn't remove the entire thing due to plumbing and electrical running through it. The result is a much brighter, open kitchen with far more storage!

ADU

ME Design Group

ADU Garage Conversion Transitional Kitchen. Full service design and remodel.
Design ideas for a transitional u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Rutt Cabinetry - Glenmoor Country Club Kiitchen - Kitchen Distributors

Rutt Quality Cabinetry

“Glenmoor Country Club” kitchen designed by Kitchen Distributors using Rutt cabinetry.
Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor, white benchtop, exposed beam, timber, recessed-panel cabinets and grey cabinets.

Fazio

SCM Design Group

A wonderful combination of natural tones with the White and gray cabinets, The kitchen depicted a large space to work and serving area, 2 Dishwasher, and a great cooking area. One of the Best Transition styles.

The Shores at Bonnet Point

RIKB Design Build

Whole house remodel in Narragansett RI. We reconfigured the floor plan and added a small addition to the right side to extend the kitchen. Thus creating a gorgeous transitional kitchen with plenty of room for cooking, storage, and entertaining. The dining room can now seat up to 12 with a recessed hutch for a few extra inches in the space. The new half bath provides lovely shades of blue and is sure to catch your eye! The rear of the first floor now has a private and cozy guest suite.

Contemporary Mediterranean Escape in the City

JTID Inc.

The kitchen opens onto the great room and the entryway. Across the hall, a cozy den can be seen in the distance. .
Mid-sized mediterranean u-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtop and recessed.

Lee Kitchen

piqu

A quietly elegant and ultimately fashionable colour scheme with fresh aqua accents for this lovely modern kitchen extension in Lee. German kitchen furniture from Ballerina-Küchen coupled with Compac Moon Quartz worksurfaces and a backpainted glass splashback work well with the warm wooden floor. The addition of a peninsular kitchen island creates a sociable seating area in the space.

Minimalistisch Küche

Olaf Reinecke Küchendesigner

This is an example of an expansive modern eat-in kitchen in Hamburg with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, light hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Lorna Lane

ae design

Grey leather and walnut barstools compliment the second island nicely.
Expansive galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and wood.

Contemporary Green-Blue Kitchen Tiles

Fireclay Tile

Create a backsplash that's sure to make a splash by using our vertically stacked green blue Flagstone kitchen tile,. DESIGN Interiors by Alexis Austin PHOTOS Life Created Tile Shown: 2x6 in Flagstone

Cedar Ridge Ct

Deffenbaugh Homes

Large u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and vaulted.

Kitchen with multiple Islands and a Peninsula 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!