CAMERON PROJECT: Warm natural walnut tones offset by crisp white gives this project a welcoming and homely feel. Including products from Polytec and Caesarstone.

Midcentury Modern Custom Home Build in Eagle

Solitude Homes

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boise with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, black splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and quartz benchtops.

Kitchen

Emerick Architects

Windows looking out at the garden space and open wood shelves and the custom fabricated hood make this a space where you want to spend time.
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in Portland with stainless steel appliances, a single-bowl sink, quartz benchtops, open cabinets and medium wood cabinets.

Minecraft House

Board & Vellum

Photo by Tina Witherspoon.
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and brown floor.

Allentown, Pa New Build Pennsylvania Custom Farmhouse and Barn

lisa furey interiors

This is an example of a large country open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, green cabinets, beige floor and white benchtop.

9th St

6degree Millwork

Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop, an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops and ceramic splashback.

Cohesive Mid-Century Modern Interior Remodel in Ann Arbor, Michigan

Forward Design Build Remodel

Our clients came to us with specific remodeling goals: to create a more functional mid-century home with an updated and larger kitchen, to resolve the public circulation through their master bedroom, have a unified feel versus a house with multiple additions, and expanded views of the lovely Huron River, which is right outside their backyard. Our solutions focused on creating a new circulation system that reconnects the entire floor plan into a cohesive whole, and reinforces the connection to the outdoor courtyards.

Clapham Ground Floor Flat

Click London

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, beige splashback, with island, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Saint Paul Street Renovation

Alan Christ Architects LLC

View of kitchen and peninsula. Image by Shelly Harrison Photography
Contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, white benchtop and brown floor.

Ruocco Kitchen

Kitchen Central

Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, white benchtop and quartz benchtops.

NEW ORGANICS

Susan Glick Interiors

Photo of a large beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, white splashback and stone slab splashback.

Overland Park Transitional Home

Earthway Enterprises, Inc

Large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Kansas City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, white benchtop, quartz benchtops, marble splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

York Home

Mari Woods Kitchen Bath Home, LLC

Photo by Brittany Fecteau
Large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland Maine with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Custom Cabinetry - West Jordan, UT & Jackson, WY

Peppertree Kitchen & Bath

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands, light wood cabinets, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Our Work

Flux Construction

Photo of a large traditional kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Small and White, Clean and Bright

Jeanne Finnerty Interior Design

greg premru
Design ideas for a small transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, beaded inset cabinets, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Contemporary Kitchen

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and brown floor.

Alameda Retro Kitchen Remodel

Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.

Mike Kaskel
This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts separate kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances and medium hardwood floors.

Randall Street

Yama Architecture

bruce damonte
Inspiration for a large contemporary kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Farmhouse

Alison Kandler Interior Design

Kitchen with pantry behind screen door
Country kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen with Quartz Benchtops 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!