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.

Howard kitchen

Wood Wise Design & Remodeling

Stuart Jones Photograph
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Raleigh with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Modern/Contemporary Spanish Kitchen in Blue and Rustic Alder

UltraCraft Cabinetry

This beautiful Spanish/Mediterranean Modern kitchen features UltraCraft's Stickley door style in Rustic Alder with Natural finish and Lakeway door style in Maple with Blue Ash paint. A celebration of natural light and green plants, this kitchen has a warm feel that shouldn't be missed!

Cupboard Kitchen and Bath Discounter

Cupboards Kitchen Bath Discounters

This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Coronado New Home Construction

Construction Wonders

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Refined Cherry Design

Renovisions

These South Shore homeowners desired a fresh look for their kitchen that was efficient and functional with a design worthy of showing off to family and friends. They also wished for more natural light, increased floor area and better countertop work space allowing for ease of preparation and cooking. The Renovisions team began the remodel by installing a larger (5’) window over the sink area which overlooks the beautiful backyard. Additional countertop workspace was achieved by utilizing the corner and installing a GE induction cooktop and stainless steel hood. This solution was spot on spectacular! Renovisions discussed the importance of adding lighting fixtures and the homeowners agreed. Under cabinet lighting was installed under wall cabinets with switch as well as two pendants over the peninsula and one pendant over the sink. It also made good design sense to add additional recessed ceiling fixtures with LED lights and trims that blend well with the ceiling. The project came together beautifully and boasts gorgeous shaker styled cherry cabinetry with glass mullian doors. The separate desk area serves as a much needed office/organizational area for keys, mail and electronic charging. A lovely backsplash of Tuscan-clay-look porcelain tile in 4”x8” brick pattern and diagonal tile with decorative metal-look accent tiles serves an eye-catching design detail. We created interest without being overdone. A large rectangular under-mounted ‘chef’ sink in stainless steel finish was the way to go here to accommodate larger pots and pans and platters. The creamy color marble like durable yet beautiful quartz countertops created a soft tone for the kitchens overall aesthetic look. Simple, pretty details give the cherry cabinets understated elegance and the mix of textures makes the room feel welcoming. Our client can’t wait to start preparing her favorite recipes for her family.

Kitchens

GOODFELLAS CONSTRUCTION

Classic vintage inspired design with marble counter tops. Dark tone cabinets and glass top dining table.
Large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige splashback, with island, marble benchtops, ceramic floors, a double-bowl sink, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances and beige floor.

Transitional Kitchen Remodel

Bauman Custom Woodworking

Transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, turquoise cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, white benchtop, quartzite benchtops and porcelain splashback.

Family Farmhouse

Lenton Company, Inc.

This kitchen features a new island with walnut butcher block and a custom seat. We replaced the cooktop and double oven with a slide in range and hidden coffee/ microwave storage. A custom hood matches the countertop and floating shelves. New shaker doors are highlighted with champagne bronze hardware. The green and white cabinetry give the space a warm inviting feel. The custom walnut table blends with the island top and is highlighted by offset pendants. Photos by Brian Covington

Kitchen

Donna Guyler Design

Donna Guyler Design
Large beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Gold Coast - Tweed with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, with island, white benchtop, a single-bowl sink, quartz benchtops, green splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and beige floor.

HOUSTON ST. HIGH RISE

Total 360 Interiors

shoot to sell
Inspiration for a contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, metallic splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and dark hardwood floors.

St George Gem

Beyond Beige Interior Design Inc.

Beyond Beige Interior Design | www.beyondbeige.com | Ph: 604-876-3800 | Photography By Provoke Studios | Furniture Purchased From The Living Lab Furniture Co

Transitional Kitchen with Large Island

KraftMaster Renovations

This kitchen has a large island and plenty of cabinet storage. Photos by Chris Veith.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and dark hardwood floors.

Down to the studs

restyle design, llc

This ranch was a complete renovation! We took it down to the studs and redesigned the space for this young family. We opened up the main floor to create a large kitchen with two islands and seating for a crowd and a dining nook that looks out on the beautiful front yard. We created two seating areas, one for TV viewing and one for relaxing in front of the bar area. We added a new mudroom with lots of closed storage cabinets, a pantry with a sliding barn door and a powder room for guests. We raised the ceilings by a foot and added beams for definition of the spaces. We gave the whole home a unified feel using lots of white and grey throughout with pops of orange to keep it fun.

Kitchen

Concept to Design Inc.

Architectural Consulting, Exterior Finishes, Interior Finishes, Showsuite Town Home Development, Surrey BC Park Ridge Homes, Raef Grohne Photographer
Inspiration for a small country galley open plan kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, white benchtop and brown floor.

WAVERTON I

Covenant Building & Design

The kitchen has large stained island with white apronfront sink, chrome faucet, two glass pendants as well as white main cabinets with black hardware, glass canopy chimney hood, gas cooktop, stainless steel appliances, and porcelain tile backsplash laid in a herringbone pattern.

Biltmore Revival

Atwood: Fine Architectural Cabinetry

PROJECT OVERVIEW: This 1929 Tudor style home was perfect for a couple that loves to collect antiques, but the original kitchen that came with it didn’t work for their family lifestyle. The original floor plan included a small, irregular shaped kitchen with a very large brick fireplace, small nook area, and rear porch entryway, all compartmentalized by load bearing walls. The new design boasts a large kitchen defined by a 24’ fridge and freezer tower wall paneled to match perimeter cabinetry and flanked by double arched entries to both the new butler’s pantry and dining room. WHAT MAKES THIS PROJECT UNIQUE: Besides eliminating all the large, load bearing walls that divided the overall space, both floors and ceilings had to be aligned to bring the space together. On either end of the long, paneled tower elevation, arched doorways lead to a new butler’s pantry on the left (which then leads into the dining room) and a newly created hall with floor to ceiling bookshelves on the right (which also leads into the dining room). Archways, butler’s pantry, and hall all match kitchen cabinetry. Even retro light switches and receptacles were designed into matching paneling. DESIGN CHALLENGES: The homeowners wanted a large, family friendly kitchen and better flow between the kitchen and dining room. To achieve this 18’ X 19’ family sized kitchen with a clean ceiling, 31 lineal feet of load bearing wall had to be suspended at 9’. Back-to-back steel C- channels bolted together and a steel I Beam were installed to carry the load of 11” thick brick, 2 ½ story walls.

Artisan Home 2018

Swanson Homes

Spacecrafting Photography, Landmark Photography
This is an example of a large transitional kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop, shaker cabinets and medium wood cabinets.

Alaska White Granite Kitchen Countertops

Stoneshop

These Alaska White granite countertops are the highlight of this contemporary kitchen. The matte black cabinetry and subtle 2" x 4" porcelain tile backsplash pair with the granite beautifully. Photos by Graphicus 14 Productions, LLC.

House 206

Ryan Group Architects

Kitchen. Built by Crestwood Construction. Photo by Jeff Freeman. Rhino on countertop.
Mid-sized modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sacramento with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with 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!