Photo of a traditional kitchen in Chicago with stainless steel appliances, quartzite benchtops, an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, green splashback and mosaic tile splashback.

South Bend

Clearcut Construction, Inc.

There aren't too many people that like having all of their small appliances sitting out, and this homeowner was no different. We adding this custom pullout unit to allow for their standard mixer to be hidden away from sight, but still easily accessible!

Project Overview Gallery -Cabinets of the Desert

Cabinets of the Desert

Partnership with Design Vision Studio - light, bright, with just a little bit of sparkle.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, metallic splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Skyview

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Design ideas for an expansive contemporary l-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Upper Arlington Kitchen, Master Bath and Home Addition

Dave Fox Design Build Remodelers

Open Kitchen Concept - Dining room, green cabinets, wall oven, vent hood, range, three seat kitchen island, pendants, kitchen addition, herringbone tile backsplash in Upper Arlington

Elegant Pasadena Kitchen Renovation

Ederra Design Studio

Peter Valli
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional galley separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island and glass-front cabinets.

Mediterranean Kitchen

Wildwood Cabinetry

Photo by Ken Allender This mediterranean kitchen is an absolute beauty! The homeowner came to us wanting cabinetry with a distressed finish for her remodel. After providing us with a few paint swatches, we began to develop a custom finish for her. The results are amazing, and she couldn't be happier.

Transitional White Kitchen

Studio M Kitchen & Bath

A sophisticated yet relaxed home for a busy family. Designed with the goal of unifying the spaces, the kitchen, family room, and dining rooms are the heart of this home. White cabinetry and a gorgeous tile pattern are easily blended with stainless accents to create a fresh, easy home, great for entertaining family and friends. Landmark Photography Learn more about our showroom and kitchen and bath design: http://www.mingleteam.com

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

Phoebe's Bright Open Concept

Acumen Builders

Styled By: Geralyn Gormley of Acumen Builders
Expansive contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island and brown floor.

Mardo

Rados Construction Ltd.

Photo of a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

MapleGroveTownhouse

Alma Homes

Melissa Oholendt
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Open Concept - Portage Park, Chicago IL

CraftedWild Cabinetry

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

1x1 Shell Mosaic Backsplash in Englewood, CO

Paradigm Interiors LLC

Modern kitchen with a white Glazzio Shell Series Mosaic Tile backsplash with stainless steel appliances and white cabinets. Hardwood flooring from the Mission Collection.

Shadow

BergHaus Design

After
Inspiration for a small modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Albuquerque with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Legacy Lakehouse

Lowell Custom Homes

www.lowellcustomhomes.com - Lake Geneva WI Kitchen cabinetry designed by Geneva Cabinet Company from Medallion Cabinetry, white perimeter cabinetry with navy blue island, nautical inspired lighting, paneled refrigerator door, upper display cabinets. NanaWall window opens up to screened in porch for indoor outdoor living.

Brown Residence

Concierge Design Group

Remodeled the G-shaped Kitchen to create a large island, and a lighter brighter space.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Traditional Dream Kitchen

TaylorPro Design and Remodeling, Inc.

Photo of an expansive traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Novi, MI Kitchen and Dining room renovation

Tutto Interiors

I re purposed the entire half of this house by integrating the former Dining room into a new Kitchen space. We opened an entire wall & transformed the former Living room into the new Dining room

Winnetka Kitchen Remodel-L- shaped island

Benvenuti and Stein

White kitchen- L-shaped kitchen island with walnut base. Kitchen open to eating area. Norman Sizemore - Photographer
Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, brown floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Quartzite Benchtops and Mosaic Tile 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!