Remodel and addition to classic California bungalow.
This is an example of an eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Kristin's Farmhouse Kitchen

Dream Kitchens

Nick Vanderhovel
Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Avery

Everett Custom Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional kitchen in Charlotte with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white floor and yellow benchtop.

Applewood Atomic Ranch

Lindy Design Build

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped separate kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Galahad Drive

Jessica Koltun Home

Coastal interior design by Jessica Koltun, designer and broker located in Dallas, Texas. This charming bungalow is beach ready with woven pendants, natural stone and coastal blues. White and navy blue charcoal cabinets, marble tile backsplash and hood, gold mixed metals, black and quartz countertops, gold hardware lighting mirrors, blue subway shower tile, carrara, contemporary, california, coastal, modern, beach, black painted brick, wood accents, white oak flooring, mosaic, woven pendants.

Whimsical Croydon

House to Home Finishes P/L

The subtle modernisation of a traditional kitchen through the use of colour. The white wall cabinetry is the perfect neutral backdrop for our statement island, creating a fun and inviting space to entertain. The grand island compliments the existing stained glass doors. leading into the back garden.

A Splash of Yellow

Next Stage Design + Build

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and timber.

Beachwood Canyon Kitchen

LA Dwelling Inc

This small kitchen and dining nook is packed full of character and charm (just like it's owner). Custom cabinets utilize every available inch of space with internal accessories

Uptown Brownstone 2

Mowery Marsh Architects LLC

Bright airy kitchen that marries the old and the new. Original plaster crown detailing is restored while a modern new kitchen is inserted to offer clean lines and efficient kitchen workspace. Wood paneling at the dining nook draws the eye to the floor to ceiling window and door. Warm white oak cabinetry coupled with white uppers provides a open lightness to the space. The substantial island with a stone waterfall counter anchors the kitchen. Photo Credit: Blackstock Photography

Gracemere

Abode Construction

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Brisbane with yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, multi-coloured benchtop, a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

Me Kwa Mooks - West Seattle Beach Home

West Seattle Window & Door LLC

Photo of a mid-sized beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, painted wood floors and no island.

Traditional Home

KBG Design

Nate Lewis for Case Design/ Remodeling
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Mid-Century Modern on a Budget

Rich Mathers Construction, Inc.

Carole Whitacre Photography
Photo of a large midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with stainless steel appliances, yellow splashback, glass tile splashback, light wood cabinets, flat-panel cabinets, an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Contemporary Apartment Renovation

Revamper Interior Design

The Kitchen forms the center piece of this contemporary apartment renovation in Manly Vale. Green is a colour that is really on trend in Interior Design at the moment. Green evokes emotions of calm and relaxation which helps create a welcoming and serene home environment. Coupled with the layered textural elements in the form of the Zellige style tiles, custom door profiles and ribbed timber paneling this kitchen is bold yet refined and interesting from every angle.

Wall Cabinets to Ceiling with No Top Trim

Denise Quade Design

Moving the wall cabinets up to the ceiling with no top trim creates a crisp line in this modern kitchen. Having the floating shelves below allow for items that are used frequently to be stored and become easier to access than they would be if they were behind a cabinet door. Photo: Erica Weaver

Contemporary Walnut

KE Design Studio

Beautiful transformation from a traditional style to a beautiful sleek warm environment. This luxury space is created by Wood-Mode Custom Cabinetry in a Vanguard Plus Matte Classic Walnut. The interior drawer inserts are walnut. The back lit surrounds around the ovens and windows is LED backlit Onyx Slabs. The countertops in the kitchen Mystic Gold Quartz with the bar upper are Dekton Keranium Tech Collection with Legrand Adorne electrical outlets. Appliances: Miele 30” Truffle Brown Convection oven stacked with a combination Miele Steam and convection oven, Dishwasher is Gaggenau fully integrated automatic, Wine cooler, refrigerator and freezer is Thermador. Under counter refrigeration is U Line. The sinks are Blanco Solon Composite System. The ceiling mount hood is Futuro Skylight Series with the drop down ceiling finished in a walnut veneer. The tile in the pool table room is Bisazza Mosaic Tile with cabinetry by Wood-Mode Custom Cabinetry in the same finishes as the kitchen. Flooring throughout the three living areas is Eleganza Porcelain Tile. The cabinetry in the adjoining family room is Wood-Mode Custom Cabinetry in the same wood as the other areas in the kitchen but with a High Gloss Walnut. The entertainment wall is Limestone Slab with Limestone Stack Stone. The Lime Stone Stack Stone also accents the pillars in the foyer and the entry to the game room. Speaker system throughout area is SONOS wireless home theatre system.

Mid Century twist

Tangerine Designs Kitchens and Baths

Mid-sized midcentury galley open plan kitchen in Omaha with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and yellow benchtop.

Open Kitchen

FM Design + Build

Design ideas for a small transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sacramento with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Seasons

iPozdnyakov Studio

Designer: Ivan Pozdnyakov Foto: Alexander Volodin
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian single-wall eat-in kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, porcelain floors, no island, beige floor and white benchtop.

NOPA Traditional Kitchen Remodel

Centoni Restoration & Development, Inc.

Fully remodeled kitchen. Yellow kitchen tile backsplash and yellow walls. White semi-custom shaker cabinets with crown molding provide ample storage. Silestone Altair in Suede finish countertops. Stainless steel appliances, sink and faucet. Under-cabinet lighting and Rejuvenation Rose City with Schoolhouse Shade Pendant lamps in an oil rubbed bronze finish. Hardwood floors.

Kitchen with Quartz Benchtops and Yellow 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!