This exciting ‘whole house’ project began when a couple contacted us while house shopping. They found a 1980s contemporary colonial in Delafield with a great wooded lot on Nagawicka Lake. The kitchen and bathrooms were outdated but it had plenty of space and potential. We toured the home, learned about their design style and dream for the new space. The goal of this project was to create a contemporary space that was interesting and unique. Above all, they wanted a home where they could entertain and make a future. At first, the couple thought they wanted to remodel only the kitchen and master suite. But after seeing Kowalske Kitchen & Bath’s design for transforming the entire house, they wanted to remodel it all. The couple purchased the home and hired us as the design-build-remodel contractor. First Floor Remodel The biggest transformation of this home is the first floor. The original entry was dark and closed off. By removing the dining room walls, we opened up the space for a grand entry into the kitchen and dining room. The open-concept kitchen features a large navy island, blue subway tile backsplash, bamboo wood shelves and fun lighting. On the first floor, we also turned a bathroom/sauna into a full bathroom and powder room. We were excited to give them a ‘wow’ powder room with a yellow penny tile wall, floating bamboo vanity and chic geometric cement tile floor. Second Floor Remodel The second floor remodel included a fireplace landing area, master suite, and turning an open loft area into a bedroom and bathroom. In the master suite, we removed a large whirlpool tub and reconfigured the bathroom/closet space. For a clean and classic look, the couple chose a black and white color pallet. We used subway tile on the walls in the large walk-in shower, a glass door with matte black finish, hexagon tile on the floor, a black vanity and quartz counters. Flooring, trim and doors were updated throughout the home for a cohesive look.

Completed Projects

HR Construction and Design

Photo of a large country l-shaped separate kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Complete Remodel in La Canada

Spazio LA

The new kitchen features custom shaker cabinets, quartz calacatta Laza countertops and backspace and light hardwood floors (all from Spazio LA Tile Gallery), two custom walnut veneer with recessed strip lights, bronze finish fixtures, apron sink and lighting fixtures from Restoration Hardware.

Farmhouse Kitchen

This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Burlington with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige benchtop and beige floor.

Leavitt

Green Tech Construction

Jared Medley
This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop and porcelain splashback.

Bold Modern Kitchen

SieMatic Seattle/ Summers Studio

SieMatic Cabinetry in Smoked Oak Wood Veneer at Uppers and Island fronts and Graphite Grey Similaque Matt at Tall cabinets and Base cabinets.
Design ideas for a large modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, beige floor, white benchtop, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops and porcelain splashback.

Inspiring Vista

Cornerstone Builders Inc

Amy Pearman, Boyd Pearman Photography
This is an example of a large transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, quartzite benchtops, porcelain splashback and multi-coloured benchtop.

Wailea Golf Estates Residence 2

ARQUITECTURA

Architect- Marc Taron Contractor- Kanegai Builders Landscape Architect- Irvin Higashi
Design ideas for a mid-sized tropical l-shaped open plan kitchen in Hawaii with with island, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, a double-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, porcelain splashback, ceramic floors and beige floor.

Ash Nature Kitchen

Poggenpohl Kitchens Hawaii

Natural ash wood, book matched. Satin mirror glass wall cabinets. Mirror tile backsplash. Thermador appliances. Poggenpohl cabinets.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Hawaii with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, beige floor and with island.

Farmhouse

The Design Studio

Country kitchen in Jacksonville with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

Granite Kitchens

Triton Stone

3cm Bianco Manhattan Granite, Blanco Valea Silgranite Sink, 4x4 and Lantern Mosaic Crackle Tile backsplash
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Raleigh with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige splashback, porcelain splashback and beige floor.

Gleannloch - Spring, TX

Morning Star Builders LTD

Kolanowski Studio
Inspiration for a large mediterranean kitchen in Houston with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors and beige floor.

Atherton kitchen butler's pantry

Project Guru

The empty space between this large kitchen and formal living room was annexed as a butler's pantry with extensive glass-front display upper cabinets for glassware, a wine fridge, bar sink, and stacked dishwasher drawers particularly well suited to overflow glassware from parties.

Transitional Kitchen Renovation in McDowell Mountain (Balthazor)

Caine & Company

Expansive transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Sunrise Kitchens

Sunrise Building & Remodeling Inc

Elizabeth Dooley, Dooley Images
Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, quartz benchtops, porcelain splashback and beige floor.

The Westchester Project

A Direct Cabinet Distributor Corp

The warmth of quarter sawn oak is one of a kind. It's a great choice when looking for a natural, neutral cabinet. In this project, it was paired with a simple white quartz countertop. And it's golden natural hue was emphasized with gold hardware, and wicker pendants.

Апартаменты в "Москва-Сити"

Maxim Maximov

Кухня-гостиная. Кухня белая и глянцевая, обеденный стол овальный с яркими оранжевыми мягкими креслами.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary kitchen in Saint Petersburg with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, porcelain splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, beige floor and grey benchtop.

ЖК Гранд Авеню

Студия дизайна Four Rooms

Дизайн кухни в ЖК Гранд Авеню
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, no island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

The Hampton Lane Residence

Interiors by Maite Granda

We used white herringbone backsplash porcelain tile with gold accent kitchen accessories. And the colors, Benjamin Moore 1597 pebble beach and pelican gray 1612 in the coastal beach kitchen design. Serena & Lily's Avalon Bar Stool, 26" high, was used for the L-shaped kitchen island.

Merillat Masterpiece Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

Curtis Lumber Ballston Spa

This inviting gourmet kitchen designed by Curtis Lumber Co., Inc. is perfect for the entertaining lifestyle of the homeowners who wanted a modern farmhouse kitchen in a new construction build. The look was achieved by mixing in a warmer white finish on the upper cabinets with warmer wood tones for the base cabinets and island. The cabinetry is Merillat Masterpiece, Ganon Full overlay Evercore in Warm White Suede sheen on the upper cabinets and Ganon Full overlay Cherry Barley Suede sheen on the base cabinets and floating shelves. The leg of the island has a beautiful taper to it providing a beautiful architectural detail. Shiplap on the window wall and on the back of the island adds a little extra texture to the space. A microwave drawer in a base cabinet, placed near the refrigerator, creates a separate cooking zone. Tucked in on the outskirts of the kitchen is a beverage refrigerator providing easy access away from cooking areas Ascendra Pulls from Tob Knobs in flat black adorn the cabinetry. Photos property of Curtis Lumber Co., Inc.

Kitchen with Porcelain Splashback and Beige 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!