Photography by Neale Smith Contrasting Oak and hand painted ivory finishes. Aga in mantle with TV recessed behind. Panelled overmantle. Original fireplace utilised as central feature

stonehouse

Southwick Construction, Inc.

Southwick Const Inc modernaire hood vent lacanche range
This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, with island, porcelain splashback, black appliances and limestone floors.

East Hills Residence

Karen Arpino Interiors

Traditional Old World Kitchen featuring custom cabinetry, limestone hood over stove, rainforest brown countertops, crystal pendants, oil rubbed bronze finish plumbing and jerusalem gold limestone floor

Londonderry Kitchen Renovation

Apple Wood Construction, Inc.

Kate & Keith Photography
Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors and with island.

Greene Residence

Attica | Stone + Tiles

Joel Barbitta
Large modern eat-in kitchen in Perth with marble benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, limestone floors and with island.

Karrin's Kitchen After

V-Builders

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic galley eat-in kitchen in Sacramento with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, tile benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, limestone floors, with island and multi-coloured floor.

The Gasparo Project

Coastal Cabinet Works

Ally Young
Large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors and multiple islands.

Grange Park House

VORBILD Architecture

Photo by Chris Snook
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Orangery

J Wilson Fuqua & Associates Architects

Porter
Design ideas for a small transitional single-wall separate kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, limestone floors, grey floor and recessed-panel cabinets.

Ocean View

Angie Keyes CKBD

This condo kitchen was so tiny you could hardly move with out running into something. The condo has great views at the front and back of the condo. But you could only see the front view. By removing the wall separating the dining/ living from the kitchen we gave the clients the total view that is a special one. This gave the kitchen the space needed to make it a true cooks kitchen. The Master bath was tight and need storage that was usable. removing the oversized tub was removed and replaced with a smaller freestanding version. This gave the clients the chance to expand the master closet with the reconfiguration of the bath.

Traditional White Kitchen With an Edge in Toronto

Artistic Stone Design

This kitchen gets its edgy feel from dark finishes and contrast. The dark stained stools bring energy to the classic marble-topped island, big enough for dining. Custom cabinets are painted cream-white to bring more light and open the space. This white kitchen proves to be the cream of the crop.

Kitchen and Home Renovations in Penn Valley, PA

Rudloff Custom Builders

This European kitchen has several different areas and functions. Each area has its own specific details but are tied together with distinctive farmhouse feel, created by combining medium wood and white cabinetry, different styles of cabinetry, mixed metals, warm, earth toned tile floors, blue granite countertops and a subtle blue and white backsplash. The hand-hammered copper counter on the peninsula ties in with the hammered copper farmhouse sink. The blue azul granite countertops have a deep layer of texture and beautifully play off the blue and white Italian tile backsplash and accent wall. The high gloss black hood was custom-made and has chrome banding. The French Lacanche stove has soft gold controls. This kitchen also has radiant heat under its earth toned limestone floors. A special feature of this kitchen is the wood burning stove. Part of the original 1904 house, we repainted it and set it on a platform. We made the platform a cohesive part of the space defining wall by using a herringbone pattern trim, fluted porcelain tile and crown moulding with roping. The office area’s built in desk and cabinets provide a convenient work and storage space. Topping the room off is a coffered ceiling. In this classic English Tudor home located in Penn Valley, PA, we renovated the kitchen, mudroom, deck, patio, and the exterior walkways and driveway. The European kitchen features high end finishes and appliances, and heated floors for year-round comfort! The outdoor areas are spacious and inviting. The open trellis over the hot tub provides just the right amount of shelter. These clients were referred to us by their architect, and we had a great time working with them to mix classic European styles in with contemporary, current spaces. Rudloff Custom Builders has won Best of Houzz for Customer Service in 2014, 2015 2016, 2017 and 2019. We also were voted Best of Design in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 which only 2% of professionals receive. Rudloff Custom Builders has been featured on Houzz in their Kitchen of the Week, What to Know About Using Reclaimed Wood in the Kitchen as well as included in their Bathroom WorkBook article. We are a full service, certified remodeling company that covers all of the Philadelphia suburban area. This business, like most others, developed from a friendship of young entrepreneurs who wanted to make a difference in their clients’ lives, one household at a time. This relationship between partners is much more than a friendship. Edward and Stephen Rudloff are brothers who have renovated and built custom homes together paying close attention to detail. They are carpenters by trade and understand concept and execution. Rudloff Custom Builders will provide services for you with the highest level of professionalism, quality, detail, punctuality and craftsmanship, every step of the way along our journey together. Specializing in residential construction allows us to connect with our clients early in the design phase to ensure that every detail is captured as you imagined. One stop shopping is essentially what you will receive with Rudloff Custom Builders from design of your project to the construction of your dreams, executed by on-site project managers and skilled craftsmen. Our concept: envision our client’s ideas and make them a reality. Our mission: CREATING LIFETIME RELATIONSHIPS BUILT ON TRUST AND INTEGRITY. Photo Credit: Linda McManus Images

Midtown Manhattan

Tiffany Hicks Design

a very dated kitchen in well renowned building in Midtown Manhattan received a gut renovation, keeping all gas, water and electrical lines as is. Walls were skimmed and repainted with a warm vibrant apricot color, all cabinets custom made, new appliances and beautiful stone flooring.

Snoqualmie home

Jordan Valente Construction LLC

Photo of an expansive transitional kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, quartzite benchtops, porcelain splashback, limestone floors and with island.

Laurel Canyon Contemporary

Rande Leaman Interior Design

With a waterfall detail on the left of the quartz countertop, this modern kitchen also has a breakfast area overlooking the patio. A porcelain tile backsplash compliments the white quartz counters. Bookshelves hold the homeowners collection of cookbooks.

Newport Beach House-1

Teale Architecture

Jason Schulte Jessica Lentz, Interior Designer
Inspiration for a large contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors and multiple islands.

Modern Kitchen

Thomas Design Group, LLC

Photography by Andrew Thomas
Design ideas for a mid-sized asian l-shaped separate kitchen in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, panelled appliances, no island, an undermount sink, porcelain splashback and limestone floors.

Kitchen and Home Renovations in Penn Valley, PA

Rudloff Custom Builders

Londonderry Kitchen Renovation

Apple Wood Construction, Inc.

Modern Boca Raton Kitchen

Wyman Builders, Inc.

Large Bright Modern Kitchen with plenty of room for multiple cooks. Easy to clean, durable Nano Glass and Quartzite Counter tops. Touch Latch doors for uninterrupted lines. Concealed Warming Drawer, Wine Chiller, 36" Sub Zero Refrigerator & 24" Sub Zero Freezer. Double Sinks, Double Miele Dishwashers,

Kitchen with Porcelain Splashback and Limestone Floors 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!