Pietra Di Cardoso Grigio In-Side Collection

The great traditional Italian architectural stones: Porfido, Piasentina, Cardoso. These materials have been popular since the age of antiquity due to their strength, hard-wearing resistance and at the same time their outstanding styling appeal. They are the inspiration for the IN-SIDE series. The series is named after the state-of-the-art technology with which Laminam was able to quash another paradigm of ceramic surfaces, creating a body and surface continuity in the slabs.

Transitional Kitchen Renovation with Island

Sea Pointe Design & Remodel

This kitchen island serves as a storage space, dining seating, as well as a station to prepare meals and bring the family together for inclusive interactions.

Vienna Glam Custom Home

c|s DESIGN STUDIO LLC

Photo credit Stylish Productions
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Marvelous in Mesa

Reve Design & Custom Construction

This kitchen features a large, custom island, veggie sink, hammered copper apron sink, white shaker cabinets, two-tone cabinets, wood beams, wood looking tile floors, custom wood hood, indoor/outdoor bar, and pendant lights. Photo Credit: David Elton

Old Town 5-Story Home Renovation

Anker Group

This is an example of a large modern eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a drop-in sink, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops and porcelain splashback.

Kitchen

Papallo Kitchens

Inspiration for an expansive modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, tile benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, beige floor and beige benchtop.

New London, NH - New Construction

White Stone Cabinetry, LLC

Large country l-shaped kitchen pantry in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Bachelor In Paradise

Troico

Mid-sized industrial single-wall open plan kitchen in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop, a single-bowl sink, brown cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances and light hardwood floors.

A Little More Room

Krieger + Associates Architects, Inc.

This renovated, light-filled kitchen connects visually and spatially to the new living and dining spaces beyond. Photography courtesy of Jeffrey Totaro.

Moline Remodel

Laura Pask Interiors

This kitchen was bumped out two feet to accommodate the owners' large family and to add a large island so that everyone could cook together. Large horizontal lift-up cabinets were illuminated to display family heirlooms and to keep the walnut cabinets from feeling too heavy. Photos: First Visible

Luxury London Penthouse Apartment

User

The designer kitchen with amazing views of the central London skyline features high gloss bespoke kitchen cabinetry and complimentary polish Porcel-Thin porcelain floor tiles in large 900 x 900mm size and light toned China Clay colour.

Transitional Kitchen Scottsdale-McCormick Ranch

Caine & Company

This remodel was for a family that wanted a contemporary style kitchen with a mix of modern and traditional elements. To bring in the traditional, we installed hardwood flooring in grey and brown tones and Shaker style cabinets but updated them in a grey-brown color for the perimeter and a navy blue for the island. The cabinet hardware is a bronze color with a modern design-bar pulls instead of knobs for all cabinets and drawers. To emulate the color of the cabinet hardware, the island pendants are a bronze wire fixture in addition to the bronze brackets holding up the wine rack display. The countertops are a marble design quartz and the appliances are stainless steel. The backsplash on the stove wall is a contemporary linen-like tile installed in a chevron design and the coffee bar area is also a linen-like tile but in an abstract design. There is a walnut shelf above the quartz countertops to bring in some warmth and rustic elements to the area. For a more contemporary feel, we left the HVAC exposed but painted it white as well as the traditional wooden beams. Overall, the design team and the clients felt the kitchen lived up to their expectations and more of what a Contemporary design could be. Photos by Rick Young

Edison Kitchen Renovation

theodora boyadjis designs, llc

Small contemporary galley separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances and no island.

Home Remodeling - San Jose

Mr. & Mrs. Construction & Remodeling

Large midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Wiser Lake Remodel

CLT Design/Build Inc.

This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Warm and Inviting in St. Charles

Kane Home Cabinetry and Design

Completely updated with extra storage options.
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Warm and Inviting in St. Charles

Kane Home Cabinetry and Design

Falcon Circle

Kitchens by Good Guys

The home was a very outdated Southwest style with Aztec architectural elements, and it was time for a transformation to the beautiful modern style you see now. We ripped out all the flooring throughout, squared off and removed a lot of the Aztec styled elements in the home, redesigned the fireplace and opened up the kitchen. In the kitchen, we opened up a wall that made the kitchen feel very closed in, allowing us room to make a more linear and open kitchen. Opening up the kitchen and its new layout allowed us to create a large accent island that is truly a statement piece. Our clients hand selected every finish you see, including the rare quartzite that has beautiful pops of purple and waterfall edges. To create some contrast, the island has a pretty neutral taupe acrylic cabinetry and the perimeter has textured laminate cabinets with a fun white geometric backsplash. Our clients use their TV in their kitchen, so we created a custom built in just for their TV on the backwall. For the fireplace to now match the homes new style, we reshaped it to have sleek lines and had custom metal pieces acid washed for the center with stacked stone on the sides for texture. Enjoy!

CASA D - la cucina

HOOOME

Foto: www.dariopellegrinophoto.co.uk
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern galley separate kitchen in Rome with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Kitchen Island Cabinetry with Storage

Sea Pointe Design & Remodel

This kitchen remodel has an island with built-in cabinetry for maximum storage. In the cabinets are also pull-out drawers for easy access.
Mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Brown Cabinets and Porcelain Splashback 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!