Eclectic style brings the homeowners personality throughout the kitchen, glass doors let them show off all their vintage finds and family heirlooms. The ceiling detail and pendants tie the room together beautifully.

Classic Kitchen

Morgan Howarth Photography

kitchen with large island stone top
Design ideas for a transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, marble splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and coffered.

Scotland

ArtHouse Creative Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Edinburgh with beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Andover MA Transitional Kitchen Walk-In Pantry

Howell Custom Building Group

Kitchen walk-in pantry with sliding barn door
This is an example of a transitional kitchen pantry in Boston with white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, grey benchtop and coffered.

Full Hight Brown Kitchen cabinets Remodeling (side view for kitchen)

Smart Remodeling LLC

Remarkable new construction home was built in 2022 with a fabulous open floor plan and a large living area. The chef's kitchen, made for an entertainer's dream, features a large quartz island, countertops with top-grade stainless-steel appliances, and a walk-in pantry. The open area's recessed spotlights feature LED ambient lighting.

NEW CANAAN CT - Graceful Elegance

DEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & Cabinetry

This renovation transformed a dark cherry kitchen into an elegant space for cooking and entertaining. The working island features a prep sink and faces a Wolf 48” range and custom stainless steel hood with nickel strapping and rivet details. The eating island is differentiated by arched brackets and polished stainless steel boots on the elevated legs. A neutral, veined Quartzite for the islands and perimeter countertops was paired with a herringbone, ceramic tile backsplash, and rift oak textured cabinetry for style. Intelligent design features walnut drawer interiors and pull-out drawers for spices and condiments, along with another for lid storage. A water dispenser was expressly designed to be accessible yet hidden from view to offset the home’s well water system and was a favorite feature of the homeowner.

Sophisticated Family Kitchen

Showcase Kitchens

This Long Island kitchen includes a quartzite countertop, custom RangeCraft hood,
Photo of a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, glass tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Cottage Charm

Six Walls Inc

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and coffered.

KITCHENS

Wynand Rutten Design

after the renovation
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic galley eat-in kitchen in Montreal with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Castle Pines

Arise Constructions & Remodels

Arise Refinished the cabinets, hardwood floors, countertops, backsplash, sink, and fireplaces design.
Inspiration for a large country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Denver with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, yellow floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Edwardian Home in the heart of Strawberry Hill

JLV Design Ltd

These stunning hexagons tiles from Fired Earth enhanced this white kitchen and brought it to life
Mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, no island, white floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Dramatic black handleless kitchen

Ridgeway Interiors

The first thing that catches the eye in this stunning kitchen design is the contrasting marble worktop. Its elegant veining adds a touch of luxury to the space, while providing a durable and practical surface for meal preparation. Paired with the sleek black frosted glass cabinets, the aesthetic is modern and sophisticated. Another standout feature is the rose gold mirrored splashback, adding a touch of glamour and creating a sense of depth and space in the room. And that's not all – the rose gold theme is carried through to the island, where it is featured again. The island serves as a focal point and offers convenient seating and plug sockets, making it a functional addition to the space. For those who love to cook, the double Siemens oven is a dream come true. With its spacious interior and advanced features, you'll have everything you need to create culinary masterpieces. And to top it off, the oven also features a warming drawer, ensuring that your meals stay deliciously hot until they're ready to be served. A well-designed kitchen should be visually appealing but also practical – and his project embodies those principles, creating a space where style meets convenience. If you want to transform your home via a showstopping kitchen, contact us today and let our team of experts bring your vision to life.

Dark Grey Handle-less Kitchen

Arlington Interiors

Here is a great example of how you can mix up styles: a dark grey handle-less kitchen, with minimal white quartz worktops is paired up with bright mustard yellow painted walls, a vinyl floor with a bold geometric design, and scaffolding boards act as open shelves on the walls.

Kitchen

Arise Constructions & Remodels

Design ideas for a large single-wall eat-in kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop and coffered.

Grand San Antonio Kitchen

Casa Vilora Interiors

Full gut of an old tuscan style kitchen from the early 2000's. We wanted a unique but timeless design. We completely redesigned the layout of the kitchen to accommodate two islands, removing a wall on the left side. We custom designed reeded cabinets in white oak, quartzite countertop, custom plaster hood, zellige tile backsplash with the right amount of shimmer

Kosher Kitchen

Diane Berry Kitchens

This high-end luxury kosher kitchen is built using Eggersmann furniture and Quartz worktops a mix of electrical appliances mostly Siemens are all chosen for their suitability to the Sabbath requirements. A favourite feature has to be the walk-in pantry as this conceals a backup freezer, step ladders and lots of shelving for food and the large appliances including the shabbos kettle.

Southern Hospitality

Atwood: Fine Architectural Cabinetry

Family and friends can all gather together in this traditionally styled, elegant yet inviting kitchen in the heart of this southern home. Attention to detail in every direction. Ceiling mirrors the island, cabinetry boasts lit drawers and uppers alike, true glass mullioned doors, carved corners and posts, built ins, and more. This kitchen has it all!

Stonebrook

Jessica Koltun Home

Interior design by Jessica Koltun Home. This stunning transitional home with an open floor plan features a formal dining, dedicated study, Chef's kitchen and hidden pantry. Designer amenities include white oak millwork, marble tile, and a high end lighting, plumbing, & hardware.

Kingscrest

Khachi Design + Build

Inspiration for an expansive transitional kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, white floor, white benchtop and coffered.

NEW CANAAN CT - Graceful Elegance

DEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & Cabinetry

Kitchen with Quartzite Benchtops and Coffered 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!