Mid-sized traditional galley separate kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, travertine splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, yellow floor, black benchtop and exposed beam.

Woolworth Remodel

Distinct Homes

Design ideas for a large arts and crafts u-shaped kitchen in Omaha with an undermount sink, quartz benchtops and yellow splashback.

The Block 2016- Julia & Sasha

Freedom Kitchens

Oozing luxury and glamour this kitchen is a modern take on the traditional Shaker style. Featuring stunning Gaggenau appliances throughout, Caesarstone Statuario Maximus benchtops and splashback and Shaker style cabinetry in matte white and black; this is a kitchen that demands attention. A metallic sink and new Bright Brass cornet handles add luxury to the timeless design and the generous butler’s pantry offers generous storage, open shelving, coffee machine and integrated dishwasher. Featuring: •Cabinetry: Sierra White Matt & Black Matt •Benchtops: Caesarstone Statuario Maximus 20mm pencil edge (back run) & 40mm pencil edge (Island) •Splashback: Caesarstone Statuario Maximus •Handles: 22-K-102 Bright Brass cornet •Accessories: Oliveri Spectra Gold sink, Tall Brass Deluxe tap, Stainless steel cutlery tray, Internal Drawers, Le mans corner pull out unit, Stainless steel pull out wire baskets, Bin •Gaggenau Appliances Shania Shegeden

Applewood Atomic Ranch

Lindy Design Build

Inspiration for 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.

Form Marries Function

Ashley Campbell Interior Design

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Brittan Heights Kitchen & Bath Renovation

Kitchen Inspiration Inc.

Cabinets: Sollera Fine Cabinetry Countertop: Caesarstone This is a designer-build project by Kitchen Inspiration.
This is an example of a small contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, cork floors, yellow floor and grey benchtop.

Hither Green Kitchen

piqu

We love the clean and crisp lines of this beautiful German manufactured kitchen in Hither Green. The inclusion of the peninsular island which houses the Siemens induction hob, creates much needed additional work top space and is a lovely sociable way to cook and entertain. The completely floor to ceiling cabinets, not only look stunning but maximise the storage space available. The combination of the warm oak Nebraska doors, wooden floor and yellow glass splash back compliment the matt white lacquer doors perfectly and bring a lovely warmth to this open plan kitchen space.

Fresh Farmhouse!

Beyond the Box, Inc.

Farmhouse kitchen with GE Cafe appliances, Black Matte Cambria countertops.
Design ideas for a country eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, porcelain splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, black benchtop and vaulted.

Investment Property

Sklar Studios

We're a little obsessed with this gorgeous porcelain tile that looks like concrete from Spec Ceramics & comes in some great sizes. For a small kitchen, we packed in a lot of punch with new stainless steel appliances, white shaker style cabinets, quartz counter tops, vintage penny tile backsplash, the addition of an island, and some fun and functional lighting. Chris Haver Photography

Contemporary Eat In Kitchen

JACK ROSEN CUSTOM KITCHENS

Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and yellow splashback.

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

Gretchen & Jim's Sunny 1910 Craftsman Kitchen

Arciform

The layout of this part of the kitchen remained the same, with the sink in the existing location. The cabinetry by Versatile Wood Products streamlines their storage, with 3cm Caesarstone counters. The cobalt blue lowers and uppers are a focal point in one of the client's favorite colors. Beyond is the nook with integrated refrigerator, mudroom cabinetry and bench for changing shoes near the back door, which leads to a new deck with the couple's grill.

modern high-gloss cabinets

Denca Distributors

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Calgary with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

High Desert Kitchen Remodel

Poulin Design Center

This beautiful kitchen was expanded by knocking down several walls to open up the entire area including the den, dining room, kitchen and living room.

Applewood Atomic Kitchen

TVL Creative Ltd.

When a client tells us they’re a mid-century collector and long for a kitchen design unlike any other we are only too happy to oblige. This kitchen is saturated in mid-century charm and its custom features make it difficult to pin-point our favorite aspect! Cabinetry We had the pleasure of partnering with one of our favorite Denver cabinet shops to make our walnut dreams come true! We were able to include a multitude of custom features in this kitchen including frosted glass doors in the island, open cubbies, a hidden cutting board, and great interior cabinet storage. But what really catapults these kitchen cabinets to the next level is the eye-popping angled wall cabinets with sliding doors, a true throwback to the magic of the mid-century kitchen. Streamline brushed brass cabinetry pulls provided the perfect lux accent against the handsome walnut finish of the slab cabinetry doors. Tile Amidst all the warm clean lines of this mid-century kitchen we wanted to add a splash of color and pattern, and a funky backsplash tile did the trick! We utilized a handmade yellow picket tile with a high variation to give us a bit of depth; and incorporated randomly placed white accent tiles for added interest and to compliment the white sliding doors of the angled cabinets, helping to bring all the materials together. Counter We utilized a quartz along the counter tops that merged lighter tones with the warm tones of the cabinetry. The custom integrated drain board (in a starburst pattern of course) means they won’t have to clutter their island with a large drying rack. As an added bonus, the cooktop is recessed into the counter, to create an installation flush with the counter surface. Stair Rail Not wanting to miss an opportunity to add a touch of geometric fun to this home, we designed a custom steel handrail. The zig-zag design plays well with the angles of the picket tiles and the black finish ties in beautifully with the black metal accents in the kitchen. Lighting We removed the original florescent light box from this kitchen and replaced it with clean recessed lights with accents of recessed undercabinet lighting and a terrifically vintage fixture over the island that pulls together the black and brushed brass metal finishes throughout the space. This kitchen has transformed into a strikingly unique space creating the perfect home for our client’s mid-century treasures.

Fresh Farmhouse!

Beyond the Box, Inc.

Farmhouse kitchen with GE Cafe appliances, Black Matte Cambria countertops.
Country eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, porcelain splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, black benchtop and vaulted.

Classic and Eclectic

The Kitchen Specialist

Artie Dixon
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Raleigh with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Custom Kitchen-Schofields

Kitchen Tek Australia

Custom designed two tone kitchen
Large modern galley open plan kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, multiple islands, grey floor and white benchtop.

Mid-Century Mountain Home

Bauer Clifton Interiors

BAUER/CLIFTON INTERIORS
Small midcentury galley open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and a peninsula.

MEDALLION

Medallion Cabinetry

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

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!