Photo of a midcentury single-wall eat-in kitchen in Kansas City with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, slate floors, with island, black floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Shipton

Visbeen Architects

Expansive transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Grand Rapids with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and brown floor.

Elbow Valley Estate

Brenda Motter Interiors LTD

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped kitchen in Calgary with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, granite splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

La cuisine

atelier mata

This is an example of a contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Montpellier with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, travertine floors, with island, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Кухня в современном стиле

Ira Sagun

Линейная кухня в современном стиле с матовыми фасадами. Столешница и фартук из натурального гранита. Из особенностей технического решения: 1) левая колонна скрывает вентиляционный короб, поэтому шкаф небольшой глубины 2) в правую колонну встроен холодильник без морозильной камеры большой вместимости и отдельно морозильная камера.

Stunning dark and moody kitchen

Broswick Builders Ltd

A kitchen of contrasts. Superwhite granite is teamed with dark cabinetry as the focal point at the front and on splashback, then white cabinetry with Silestone Statuario stone at the rear.

Barrio de las Letras

pfronts

Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped open plan kitchen in Madrid with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Современный ремонт двухкомнатной квартиры 52 м2

Федерация Ремонта

Современный ремонт двухкомнатной квартиры 52 м2
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Moscow with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, no island, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Cuina Sant Joan

AZ estudi - Arquitectura y Reformas

La reforma de la cuina es basa en una renovació total del mobiliari, parets, paviment i sostre; a la vegada es guanya espai movent una paret i transformant una porta batent en una porta corredissa. El resultat es el d’una cuina pràctica i optimitzada, alhora, el conjunt de materials segueix la mateixa sintonia. La reforma de la cocina se basa en una renovación total del mobiliario, paredes, pavimento y techo; a la vez se gana espacio moviendo una pared y transformando una puerta batiente por una puerta corredera. El resultado es el de una cocina práctica y optimizada, a la vez, el conjunto de materiales sigue la misma sintonía.

Boston Penthouse - pc Michael Lee Photography

Sacha Jacq Interiors LLC

Beautiful custom cabinetry that incorporates the changing lines of the vast ceiling, transformed this space. The minimal design still acheived the clients wish for elements of warm within the featured veneer touches and island stone counters.

Large Scale Remodel: Kitchen, Laundry & 5 Bathrooms

Stonehenge Custom Tile and Stone

Quartzite slab makes up both the countertops and backsplash in this contemporary kitchen remodel.
Large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Renovation Cuisine Retro Vintage Moderne

CUISINES BRUNO VERITE

Bienvenue dans la nouvelle cuisine de M. & Mme B. Une grande cuisine travaillée dans un style rétro vintage moderne. On y retrouve des matériaux de qualité comme le granit de 30mm, ou encore, le chêne. Les meubles ont été fabriqués en Bretagne, le made in France est à l’honneur ! Nous avons également travaillé sur l’ergonomie de la pièce, en rehaussant par exemple, le lave-vaisselle pour un chargement plus aisé. Une multitude d’éléments donnent du cachet à la cuisine. C’est le cas du casier de bouteilles sur mesure, du four 90cm Neff et de sa plaque gaz 5 feux. Mes clients se sont très bien installés dans ce bel espace et sont très satisfaits du résultat. Les superbes photos prises par Virginie parlent d’elles-mêmes. Et vous, quand transformerez-vous votre cuisine en cuisine de rêve ?

Cape Coral

Hello Kitchen

This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Winchester Pool House

The Design Intention

Design ideas for an expansive transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop and vaulted.

Whimsical in Westchester

Bilotta Kitchen & Home

Despite its diamond-mullioned exterior, this stately home’s interior takes a more light-hearted approach to design. The Dove White inset cabinetry is classic, with recessed panel doors, a deep bevel inside profile and a matching hood. Streamlined brass cup pulls and knobs are timeless. Departing from the ubiquitous crown molding is a square top trim. The layout supplies plenty of function: a paneled refrigerator; prep sink on the island; built-in microwave and second oven; built-in coffee maker; and a paneled wine refrigerator. Contrast is provided by the countertops and backsplash: honed black Jet Mist granite on the perimeter and a statement-making island top of exuberantly-patterned Arabescato Corchia Italian marble. Flooring pays homage to terrazzo floors popular in the 70’s: “Geotzzo” tiles of inlaid gray and Bianco Dolomite marble. Field tiles in the breakfast area and cooking zone perimeter are a mix of small chips; feature tiles under the island have modern rectangular Bianco Dolomite shapes. Enameled metal pendants and maple stools and dining chairs add a mid-century Scandinavian touch. The turquoise on the table base is a delightful surprise. An adjacent pantry has tall storage, cozy window seats, a playful petal table, colorful upholstered ottomans and a whimsical “balloon animal” stool.

Appartement Perignon

Maxime Cosson

Rénovation complète d'un appartement de 48m² dans le 15e arrondissement de Paris
Design ideas for a small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, multiple islands, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Cape Coral

Hello Kitchen

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

ЖК Knightsbridge Private Park

ND Studio

Английская кухня "LOXLEY" с кладовками, винной и продуктовой.
Design ideas for a large traditional eat-in kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, marble floors, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Traditional Shaker, Bishop's Castle

Kenton Jones

Photo of a large traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, travertine floors, a peninsula, beige floor, beige benchtop and exposed beam.

A Kitchen Refresh

MOTIF Design Solutions, LLC

This kitchen refresh included painting cabinetry from the era of golden oak, adding new hardware, new appliances, a built-in breakfast table and bench seating, and a new quartz island countertop. Add some custom window coverings, and a few stunning area rugs and voila! A charming cottage kitchen.

Kitchen with Granite Splashback and Panelled Appliances 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!