A large open kitchen pantry with storage and countertop space that wraps around on three walls with lots of countertop space for small kitchen appliances. Both sides of the pantry are large roll-out drawers for ease of getting to all of the contents. Above the counters are open adjustable shelving. On the floor is the continuation of the wood looking porcelain tile that flows throughout most of the home. Th e pantry has two entrances, one off of the kitchen and the other close to the garage entrance.

Santa Cruz Spectacular Transitional Kitchen

Design Matters

Crisp, clean, lines of this beautiful black and white kitchen with a gray and warm wood twist~
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in San Francisco with white cabinets, quartz benchtops, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, an undermount sink, open cabinets, white splashback and light hardwood floors.

High-Contrast Luxury Home

Cambria

This large, open-concept home features Cambria Swanbridge in the kitchen, baths, laundry room, and butler’s pantry. Designed by E Interiors and AFT Construction. Photo: High Res Media

Kitchen

Emerick Architects

Windows looking out at the garden space and open wood shelves and the custom fabricated hood make this a space where you want to spend time.
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in Portland with stainless steel appliances, a single-bowl sink, quartz benchtops, open cabinets and medium wood cabinets.

Stone Farmhouse Renovation

Jonathan Miller Architects

This is an example of a small country u-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, brown floor, black benchtop and open cabinets.

Walk In Pantry

MAK Design + Build Inc.

This whole house remodel integrated the kitchen with the dining room, entertainment center, living room and a walk in pantry. We remodeled a guest bathroom, and added a drop zone in the front hallway dining.

Kitchens by Emanuel - Kitchens

Kitchens by Emanuel

BUTLERS PANTRY! - 20mm 'Snow' Caesarstone bench top - Glass splash back behind sink - Under mount sink - Open adjustable shelving - 6 x Blum drawers - Instead of blocking the window we decided to leave it for extra natural light! Sheree Bounassif, Kitchens by Emanuel

Brownwood Residence

Dick Clark + Associates

Photo by Paul Bardagjy
Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Dandelion House by Jennifer Ott Design

Loop Design

Remodel of a two-story residence in the heart of South Austin. The entire first floor was opened up and the kitchen enlarged and upgraded to meet the demands of the homeowners who love to cook and entertain. The upstairs master bathroom was also completely renovated and features a large, luxurious walk-in shower. Jennifer Ott Design • http://jenottdesign.com/ Photography by Atelier Wong

Old world elegance meets today's today's contemporary space requirements

Marlene Wangenheim AKBD, CAPS, Allied Member ASID

This modern functioning kitchen has loads of counterspace and open shelving for cooks to have immediate access to plates when preparing a meal of to have a party. Natural white quartz and varying heights and depths of base cabinetry create the look of furniture rather than kitchen cabinetry. The countertops are durable and create the look of an old world look. Backsplash tiles are calacutta marble and extend to the ceiling behind the floating open shelves.

Kitchen

W. David Seidel, AIA - Architect

A cramped and dated kitchen was completely removed. New custom cabinets, built-in wine storage and shelves came from the same shop. Quartz waterfall counters were installed with all-new flooring, LED light fixtures, plumbing fixtures and appliances. A new sliding pocket door provides access from the dining room to the powder room as well as to the backyard. A new tankless toilet as well as new finishes on floor, walls and ceiling make a small powder room feel larger than it is in real life. Photography: Chris Gaede Photography http://www.chrisgaede.com

Fairview Farm Custom Home

Jim Quigley Custom Homes LLC

Mid-sized transitional single-wall kitchen pantry in Oklahoma City with open cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, porcelain floors and no island.

Renew

Zola European Windows

This Boulder, Colorado remodel by fuentesdesign demonstrates the possibility of renewal in American suburbs, and Passive House design principles. Once an inefficient single story 1,000 square-foot ranch house with a forced air furnace, has been transformed into a two-story, solar powered 2500 square-foot three bedroom home ready for the next generation. The new design for the home is modern with a sustainable theme, incorporating a palette of natural materials including; reclaimed wood finishes, FSC-certified pine Zola windows and doors, and natural earth and lime plasters that soften the interior and crisp contemporary exterior with a flavor of the west. A Ninety-percent efficient energy recovery fresh air ventilation system provides constant filtered fresh air to every room. The existing interior brick was removed and replaced with insulation. The remaining heating and cooling loads are easily met with the highest degree of comfort via a mini-split heat pump, the peak heat load has been cut by a factor of 4, despite the house doubling in size. During the coldest part of the Colorado winter, a wood stove for ambiance and low carbon back up heat creates a special place in both the living and kitchen area, and upstairs loft. This ultra energy efficient home relies on extremely high levels of insulation, air-tight detailing and construction, and the implementation of high performance, custom made European windows and doors by Zola Windows. Zola’s ThermoPlus Clad line, which boasts R-11 triple glazing and is thermally broken with a layer of patented German Purenit®, was selected for the project. These windows also provide a seamless indoor/outdoor connection, with 9′ wide folding doors from the dining area and a matching 9′ wide custom countertop folding window that opens the kitchen up to a grassy court where mature trees provide shade and extend the living space during the summer months. With air-tight construction, this home meets the Passive House Retrofit (EnerPHit) air-tightness standard of

Coastal Kitchen

Du Bois Design Ltd

Designer Natalie Du Bois Photographer Kallan Mac Leod
Inspiration for a mid-sized tropical l-shaped kitchen pantry in Auckland with an undermount sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Lenox Street

Venegas and Company

Collaboration with Jennifer Palumbo Interiors Photographer: Michael J. Lee
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in Boston with open cabinets, quartz benchtops and panelled appliances.

Alfred Cove Residence 2

YU Interior

Lulu Cavanagh Aesthete Collective
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern u-shaped kitchen pantry in Perth with an undermount sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, brick splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Big Pine

Prentiss Balance Wickline Architects

Photography: Eirik Johnson
Design ideas for a mid-sized country kitchen in Seattle with a double-bowl sink, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, with island, open cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, slate splashback and panelled appliances.

Eclectic Blue Kitchen

Wm Ohs Showrooms

Mid-sized traditional u-shaped kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula, blue floor and white benchtop.

Riverwalk

Clark & Co Homes

Doug Petersen Photography
Design ideas for a large transitional galley kitchen pantry in Boise with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and open cabinets.

Modern Kitchen with Reclaimed Wood Walls and Floors

Hartert-Russell

This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen with Open Cabinets and Quartz Benchtops 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!