Photo of a large beach style u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and blue benchtop.

Beautiful San Francisco Classic Remodel

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in San Francisco with a triple-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and blue benchtop.

Glamour White Shaker Carlsbad Kitchen Remodel

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island, beige floor and blue benchtop.

Gorgeous Gulf Front

Epoch Solutions, Inc.

Inset White Cabinetry, 60" Subzero range, Galley sink
Inspiration for a large beach style galley eat-in kitchen in Tampa with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, grey floor and blue benchtop.

Fossil Creek Kitchen

Haven Design and Construction

The focal point of this beautiful kitchen is the stunning stainless range hood accented with antique gold strapping. The marble backsplash was the inspiration for the gray and white cabinets and the two islands add drama and function to the space. Quartzite countertops provide durability and compliment the marble backsplash. This transitional kitchen features a coffee center, two sinks, a potfiller, 48" Wolf gas range, 36" Subzero refrigerator column, 24" Subzero freezer column, dishwasher drawers, a warming drawer, convection microwave and a wine refrigerator. It's truly a chef's dream kitchen.

Southlake Remodel

Le Belle Maison Interiors Inc.

Desiree Roberts
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and blue benchtop.

Kitchen Cabinet Pantry

Great Rooms Building Group

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, blue benchtop, an undermount sink, blue splashback and granite splashback.

Stilwell

Emily Hendricks Walter

Large transitional kitchen in Kansas City with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and blue benchtop.

Transitional Navy

Sanctuary Kitchen and Bath Design

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and blue benchtop.

IMM Kitchen B+P

Consilium B LLC

Industrial/Transitional Kitchen Design, charcoal gray lacquer, with brass buster + punch hardware and light matched
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, slate floors, with island, grey floor and blue benchtop.

Trendy Trad in Glen Ellyn

TKS Design Group

Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW I am still sometimes shocked myself at how much of a difference a kitchen remodel can make in a space, you think I would know by now! This was one of those jobs. The small U-shaped room was a bit cramped, a bit dark and a bit dated. A neighboring sunroom/breakfast room addition was awkwardly used, and most of the time the couple hung out together at the small peninsula. The client wish list included a larger, lighter kitchen with an island that would seat 7 people. They have a large family and wanted to be able to gather and entertain in the space. Right outside is a lovely backyard and patio with a fireplace, so having easy access and flow to that area was also important. Our first move was to eliminate the wall between kitchen and breakfast room, which we anticipated would need a large beam and some structural maneuvering since it was the old exterior wall. However, what we didn’t anticipate was that the stucco exterior of the original home was layered over hollow clay tiles which was impossible to shore up in the typical manner. After much back and forth with our structural team, we were able to develop a plan to shore the wall and install a large steal & wood structural beam with minimal disruption to the original floor plan. That was important because we had already ordered everything customized to fit the plan. We all breathed a collective sigh of relief once that part was completed. Now we could move on to building the kitchen we had all been waiting for. Oh, and let’s not forget that this was all being done amidst COVID 2020. We covered the rough beam with cedar and stained it to coordinate with the floors. It’s actually one of my favorite elements in the space. The homeowners now have a big beautiful island that seats up to 7 people and has a wonderful flow to the outdoor space just like they wanted. The large island provides not only seating but also substantial prep area perfectly situated between the sink and cooktop. In addition to a built-in oven below the large gas cooktop, there is also a steam oven to the left of the sink. The steam oven is great for baking as well for heating daily meals without having to heat up the large oven. The other side of the room houses a substantial pantry, the refrigerator, a small bar area as well as a TV. The homeowner fell in love the with the Aqua quartzite that is on the island, so we married that with a custom mosaic in a similar tone behind the cooktop. Soft white cabinetry, Cambria quartz and Thassos marble subway tile complete the soft traditional look. Gold accents, wood wrapped beams and oak barstools add warmth the room. The little powder room was also included in the project. Some fun wallpaper, a vanity with a pop of color and pretty fixtures and accessories finish off this cute little space. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Tequesta: Coastal Transitional

PB Built

This is an example of a large beach style u-shaped kitchen pantry in Miami with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, blue benchtop, quartzite benchtops and exposed beam.

Kitchen remodeling

ATLANTIC TILE & GRANITE

We fabricated and installed Infinity Blue Quartzite Kitchen countertop and backsplash - luxury in each detail. @atlantictileandgranite
Inspiration for a large modern kitchen in Seattle with a double-bowl sink, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, with island and blue benchtop.

Ijen Blue Quartzite by Allure Natural Stone

Allure Natural Stone

Ijen Blue Quartzite by Allure Natural Stone
Inspiration for a modern kitchen in Dallas with quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, stone slab splashback, with island and blue benchtop.

Lagoon Views

LJS Design Inc

Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic galley open plan kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and blue benchtop.

#Mermaid Tail

Angie Keyes CKBD

Inspiration for a large beach style l-shaped kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and blue benchtop.

Rockport Cottage Conversion

WORKS by Jesse DeBenedictis, LLC

This kitchen design integrated a river pebble backsplash behind the stove with a pot filler and spice ledge.
Small modern galley kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, no island, grey floor and blue benchtop.

River Oaks

steveshannondesign.com

Inspiration for a kitchen in Houston with shaker cabinets, quartzite benchtops, with island and blue benchtop.

Remsen Lane Project

A Direct Cabinet Distributor Corp

This modern kitchen features high gloss white cabinets, and Azul Macauba quartizite (quarried in Bazil) for the island top.
Large modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and blue benchtop.

Azul Boquira Quartzite Kitchen

Armina Stone

Modern waterfall design kitchen island, countertops and full height backsplash by Armina Stone Pittsburgh.
This is an example of a modern kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, with island and blue benchtop.

Kitchen with Quartzite Benchtops and Blue Benchtop 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!