This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige splashback, panelled appliances, with island, beige floor, beige benchtop and wood.

Boar Shoat

Imbue Design

Off grid modern cabin located in the rolling hills of Idaho
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley kitchen in Salt Lake City with flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, grey splashback, panelled appliances, grey benchtop and wood.

Now and Zen - Kitchen Corridor

Drewett Works

A view down the kitchen corridor to the living room reveals walls of storage behind white oak cabinetry that also holds major appliances. A quartz-topped island with a waterfall edge is one of two in the room. Flooring is honed limestone. Project Details // Now and Zen Renovation, Paradise Valley, Arizona Architecture: Drewett Works Builder: Brimley Development Interior Designer: Ownby Design Photographer: Dino Tonn Millwork: Rysso Peters Limestone (Demitasse) flooring and walls: Solstice Stone Quartz countertops: Galleria of Stone Windows (Arcadia): Elevation Window & Door https://www.drewettworks.com/now-and-zen/

Wallingford

Prentiss Balance Wickline Architects

Hemlock, alder, stucco, and quartz comprise a warm interior materials palette. Photography: Andrew Pogue Photography
Mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and wood.

Kitchen

Christopher Scott Cabinetry and Design Inc.

This expansive kitchen feels warm and inviting because of the small details in the cabinetry. Warm wood tones combined with mixed material countertops, and of course the wood ceiling make this home a cozy space with plenty of room for all your family and friends.

Taviawk

Imbue Design

This is an example of a l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor, white benchtop and wood.

Modern Ranch House

Terra Firma Custom Homes

This is an example of an expansive country l-shaped kitchen in Denver with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, white splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and wood.

RYE NY - Suburban Sophistication

DEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & Cabinetry

This unique property had a spectacular location but a dated interior with disjointed walls and crevices. Some significant steps were needed to transform the space into a clean and modern kitchen, Without a central focal point, a wall was moved to center the range, making the space a true symmetrical rectangle. The goal was to create a space that was clean and modern to compliment the breathtaking views using warm organic accents to avoid feeling sterile. The open, floating shelves with integrated LED lighting were matched to the white bleached oak used in the ceiling and floor. To allow room for the expansive windows, outlets were cut into the counters and elevate by touch. The inset shaker cabinetry is classic and simple with bronze hardware and serves as the perfect setting for the continuous, marble single slabs used for the backsplash, counters, and hood. Paneling the appliances gave the room a serene feel, with the Galley workstation and BlueStar range making it a true cook’s kitchen. The team added a soffit around the recessed ceiling with wood detailing to draw one’s attention to the custom hood. Designed by Kathy Drake Interiors, it is made from the same marble used throughout, with artful veining making a dramatic statement.

French Country Florida Style

Waterview Kitchens

Gorgeous French Country style kitchen featuring a rustic cherry hood with coordinating island. White inset cabinetry frames the dark cherry creating a timeless design.

Hi-Hat House

Kimball Modern Design + Interiors

This is an example of a midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, white splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and wood.

Los Gatos Treehouse

Cathie Hong Interiors

This 1960s home was in original condition and badly in need of some functional and cosmetic updates. We opened up the great room into an open concept space, converted the half bathroom downstairs into a full bath, and updated finishes all throughout with finishes that felt period-appropriate and reflective of the owner's Asian heritage.

Warren Terrace Hinsdale

Plain & Posh

These homeowners were ready to update the home they had built when their girls were young. This was not a full gut remodel. The perimeter cabinetry mostly stayed but got new doors and height added at the top. The island and tall wood stained cabinet to the left of the sink are new and custom built and I hand-drew the design of the new range hood. The beautiful reeded detail came from our idea to add this special element to the new island and cabinetry. Bringing it over to the hood just tied everything together. We were so in love with this stunning Quartzite we chose for the countertops we wanted to feature it further in a custom apron-front sink. We were in love with the look of Zellige tile and it seemed like the perfect space to use it in.

Chileno Bay Mexico

Erica Bryen Design

Design ideas for a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, with island, multi-coloured benchtop, recessed and wood.

Weekend Lake House

Cargill Construction Co LLC

Paint and Natural wood cabinets
This is an example of a large country u-shaped kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, red splashback, brick splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and wood.

Thornfield Road

Feneley Studio

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, panelled appliances, no island, black floor, white benchtop and wood.

Pine Ridge MCM Addition and Whole House Remodel

Atlas Moran Construction

White Poggen Pohl cabinetry and Miele Appliances
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, wood, quartz benchtops and ceramic splashback.

Antiqued Elegance in Willowcreek Ranch

By Design Interiors, Inc.

A blend of transitional design meets French Country architecture. The kitchen is a blend pops of teal along the double islands that pair with aged ceramic backsplash, hardwood and golden pendants. Mixes new with old-world design.

Kirkland Residence

LEICHT SEATTLE

Kitchen and bath in a new modern sophisticated West of Market in Kirkland residence. Black Pine wood-laminate in kitchen, and Natural Oak in master vanity. Neolith countertops. Photography: @laraswimmer

San Rafael Eichler

David Ludwig - Architect

Note cornerless bay window behind sink. Custom hood enclosure tucked up behind beam. Countertop shift from wood to synthetic quartz-stone. Flush induction cooktop.

2020 Showcase Home - Hidden Springs, Fredericksburg, TX

White Construction Company

Open concept, modern farmhouse with a chef's kitchen and room to entertain.
Inspiration for a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with light hardwood floors, grey floor, wood, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, with island and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Panelled Appliances and Wood 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!