Colleen Gahry-Robb for Ethan Allen Auburn Hills,MI

Colleen Gahry-Robb, Interior Designer / Ethan Allen, Auburn Hills, MI
Expansive transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Surfside Kitchen

Thyme & Place Design LLC

This beautiful and inviting retreat compliments the adjacent rooms creating a total home environment for entertaining, relaxing and recharging. Soft off white painted cabinets are topped with Taj Mahal quartzite counter tops and finished with matte off white subway tiles. A custom marble insert was placed under the hood for a pop of color for the cook. Strong geometric patterns of the doors and drawers create a soothing and rhythmic pattern for the eye. Balance and harmony are achieved with symmetric design details and patterns. Soft brass accented pendants light up the peninsula and seating area. The open shelf section provides a colorful display of the client's beautiful collection of decorative glass and ceramics.

Erskine

Upside Development

Upside Development completed this Interior contemporary remodeling project in Sherwood Park. Located in core midtown, this detached 2 story brick home has seen it’s share of renovations in the past. With a 15-year-old rear addition and 90’s kitchen, it was time to upgrade again. This home needed a major facelift from the multiple layers of past renovations.

Foxboro, MA. Residence

Level Up Your Home

Brand new Samsung Frame TV hung flush to the channel board walls, with matching wood frame, and amazing picture quality.
Inspiration for a large contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Un deux pièces traversant lumineux et cosy – Projet Sembat

Mon Concept Habitation

La cloison existante entre le séjour et la chambre initiale a été déposée pour agrandir au maximum la pièce de vie et créer une cuisine ouverte sur le salon avec îlot central, idéale pour accueillir famille et amis. On craque totalement pour la faïence effet zellige doré, le plan de travail en quartz Faro White ainsi que les détails des poignées en liseret noir de Poignées & Boutons.

High Garden

H3K Design

Patrick Ketchum
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and a farmhouse sink.

Unruly Kitchen

Six Hands

Resin Composite kitchen with Quartz kitchen island
Mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Sussex with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Richmond

Threshold Design Lab

Mike Kaskel
This is an example of a large traditional open plan kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, brick splashback, white appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

A Gorgeous Midcentury IKEA kitchen

INSPIRED KITCHEN DESIGN

First we wanted to maximize our storage due to the kitchen being a small space. Between IKD and John Webb Construction, our storage space was well thought out. With IKD doing main design up front and JWC adding a few ideas to maximize every inch of space (like adding a Rev-A-Shelf pull-out in the small space between the dishwasher and refrigerator), the result: A gorgeous midcentury IKEA kitchen.

Unruly Kitchen

Six Hands

Resin Composite kitchen with Quartz kitchen island
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Pam and Joanne's Kitchen

Robin Amorello, CKD CAPS - Atmoscaper Design

Photos by Robin Amorello, CKD CAPS
Photo of a transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Portland Maine with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Eclectic appartment in North London

User

This kitchen underwent a complete transformation from mismatched units with little storage to a beautiful classic shaker style design with oak shelving and geometric tiling to give it that eclectic character the client loved.

Bespoke cabinets and yellow glass splashbacks.

Timothy James Interiors

Bespoke contemporary kitchen with yellow glass splashbacks and white quartz worktops. Natural oak veneer carcasses.
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Ballard Kitchen Modern

Carlisle Classic Homes

Sorella Photos
Design ideas for a contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Long Beach Bungalow Vibes

The Home Spotlight

Michael J King
This is an example of a small midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island and brown floor.

Vibrant family kitchen in Richmond

Thomas Davies Kitchens

Beautiful family kitchen in Richmond Upon Thames. Bespoke, classic style in-frame kitchen, handpainted in Farrow & Ball colours including the recently launch Vardo. The tall cabinetry running under the staircase was designed as pantry storage as well as to conceal a hidden lavatory and utility room. Photos by Annie Armitage

Wood-Mode Kitchen Renovation - Webster, NY

Concept II Kitchens, Baths, Tile & Closets

Large transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in New York with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and grey floor.

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.

Un appartement chlorophylle au coeur de la Capitale

Anne Chemineau - Decor Interieur

Le projet : Un appartement classique à remettre au goût du jour et dont les espaces sont à restructurer afin de bénéficier d’un maximum de rangements fonctionnels ainsi que d’une vraie salle de bains avec baignoire et douche. Notre solution : Les espaces de cet appartement sont totalement repensés afin de créer une belle entrée avec de nombreux rangements. La cuisine autrefois fermée est ouverte sur le salon et va permettre une circulation fluide de l’entrée vers le salon. Une cloison aux formes arrondies est créée : elle a d’un côté une bibliothèque tout en courbes faisant suite au meuble d’entrée alors que côté cuisine, on découvre une jolie banquette sur mesure avec des coussins jaunes graphiques permettant de déjeuner à deux. On peut accéder ou cacher la vue sur la cuisine depuis le couloir de l’entrée, grâce à une porte à galandage dissimulée dans la nouvelle cloison. Le séjour, dont les cloisons séparatives ont été supprimé a été entièrement repris du sol au plafond. Un très beau papier peint avec un paysage asiatique donne de la profondeur à la pièce tandis qu’un grand ensemble menuisé vert a été posé le long du mur de droite. Ce meuble comprend une première partie avec un dressing pour les amis de passage puis un espace fermé avec des portes montées sur rails qui dissimulent ou dévoilent la TV sans être gêné par des portes battantes. Enfin, le reste du meuble est composé d’une partie basse fermée avec des rangements et en partie haute d’étagères pour la bibliothèque. On accède à l’espace nuit par une nouvelle porte coulissante donnant sur un couloir avec de part et d’autre des dressings sur mesure couleur gris clair. La salle de bains qui était minuscule auparavant, a été totalement repensée afin de pouvoir y intégrer une grande baignoire, une grande douche et un meuble vasque. Une verrière placée au dessus de la baignoire permet de bénéficier de la lumière naturelle en second jour, depuis la chambre attenante. La chambre de bonne dimension joue la simplicité avec un grand lit et un espace bureau très agréable. Le style : Bien que placé au coeur de la Capitale, le propriétaire souhaitait le transformer en un lieu apaisant loin de l’agitation citadine. Jouant sur la palette des camaïeux de verts et des matériaux naturels pour les carrelages, cet appartement est devenu un véritable espace de bien être pour ses habitants. La cuisine laquée blanche est dynamisée par des carreaux ciments au sol hexagonaux graphiques et verts ainsi qu’une crédence aux zelliges d’un jaune très peps. On retrouve le vert sur le grand ensemble menuisé du séjour choisi depuis les teintes du papier peint panoramique représentant un paysage asiatique et tropical. Le vert est toujours en vedette dans la salle de bains recouverte de zelliges en deux nuances de teintes. Le meuble vasque ainsi que le sol et la tablier de baignoire sont en teck afin de garder un esprit naturel et chaleureux. Le laiton est présent par petites touches sur l’ensemble de l’appartement : poignées de meubles, table bistrot, luminaires… Un canapé cosy blanc avec des petites tables vertes mobiles et un tapis graphique reprenant un motif floral composent l’espace salon tandis qu’une table à allonges laquée blanche avec des chaises design transparentes meublent l’espace repas pour recevoir famille et amis, en toute simplicité.

Open plan room design and style

Xenas Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, a peninsula and yellow benchtop.

Kitchen with Quartzite 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!