This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

New Home in Orefield

Laslo Custom Kitchens, Inc.

Perimeter Hardware Paint Island - Rift White Oak Wood Driftwood Dark Stain
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, white benchtop, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, red splashback, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Altadore Showhome by Trickle Creek Designer Homes

ICON Stone + Tile

ICON Stone + Tile // quartz countertops, tile backsplash, Rubi faucet
Design ideas for a large country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Calgary with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Santa Cruz Spectacular Transitional Kitchen

Design Matters

Crisp, clean, lines of this beautiful black and white kitchen with a gray and warm wood twist~
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in San Francisco with white cabinets, quartz benchtops, ceramic splashback, an undermount sink, open cabinets, white splashback and light hardwood floors.

Retro Modern Kitchen Design - Vail Colorado

Vail Cabinets

www.vailcabinets.com Authorized Custom Cupboards Dealer.
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and grey floor.

coronado

Burnham Design

Design ideas for a large beach style l-shaped kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and subway tile splashback.

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.

Lake Oswego Residence

Pedini Seattle

Photo by Jenn Byrne www.jenn-byrne.com
Photo of a contemporary eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Michigan Residence

Hamilton Snowber Architects

David Reeve Architectural Photography; This vacation home is located within a narrow lot which extends from the street to the lake shore. Taking advantage of the lot's depth, the design consists of a main house and an accesory building to answer the programmatic needs of a family of four. The modest, yet open and connected living spaces are oriented towards the water. Since the main house sits towards the water, a street entry sequence is created via a covered porch and pergola. A private yard is created between the buildings, sheltered from both the street and lake. A covered lakeside porch provides shaded waterfront views.

Elbow Park Residence

Rochelle Cote Interior Design

Modern Kitchen
Large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Calgary with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Garden Party | Lake Oswego Whole House Remodel

Mountainwood Homes

Alder slab cabinets with a dead flat raw finish bring a natural element to the kitchen design.
Design ideas for an expansive scandinavian u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen Renovation Project in Spring Hill (Timber Pines)

DCI Home Improvements

A great example of use of color in a kitchen space. We utilized seafoam green and light wood stained cabinets in this renovation in Spring Hill, FL. Other features include a double dishwasher and oversized subway tile.

Whanganui full home interior

Du Bois Design Ltd

Design ideas for a large industrial galley open plan kitchen in Auckland with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

pine street

jennifer rhode design

the kitchen leads into the back garden.
Small modern galley kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, white benchtop and vaulted.

Garden Home Addition and Interiors

Northland Design & Build

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Wimberley Modern Hill Country

Levitas Modern Homes

Design ideas for an expansive modern eat-in kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, white benchtop and vaulted.

"Beautiful Inside and Out" Mid-Century Modern Home Interior Remodel

MAK Design + Build Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sacramento with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Colori Pastello

Annalisa Carli Architetto

Cucina bianca con ante lucide e top in quarzite. Zone a giorno di colore giallo. Il brand di quasta cucina è Veneta Cucine. Foto di Simone Marulli
Small contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Milan with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Augusta Walk I

Ryan Miller Builders

Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Montford- Modern Day Two Tones Kitchen with a Mix of Farmhouse

Lilmac LLC

Photo of a large modern u-shaped kitchen pantry in Baltimore with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Quartz Benchtops and Light Hardwood 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!