Photo by Angle Eye Photography.
Photo of a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with stainless steel appliances, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, an undermount sink, porcelain splashback, brick floors and with island.

Walters Renovation

Timeless Kitchen Cabinetry

Gridley+Graves Photographers
This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, concrete benchtops, panelled appliances, brick floors, with island, red floor and grey benchtop.

Mediterranean Home

Turnstone Custom Homes

Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, ceramic splashback, brick floors, brown floor, quartz benchtops and white benchtop.

Waring

Alair | Cason Graye Homes

This is an example of a large mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island and white floor.

Kitchen

GuyArchitect

Design ideas for a large mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige splashback, matchstick tile splashback, panelled appliances, brick floors and with island.

Butler's Pantry

Terry M. Elston, Builder

Beautiful home built by Terry Elston in Southern Trace
Inspiration for a mediterranean kitchen in New Orleans with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, beige splashback and brick floors.

French Country in The Settlement

Ryan Homes, Inc.

Inspiration for a large l-shaped kitchen pantry in Denver with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, no island, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Old Town Alexandria Rowhouse

Home On Cameron

Design ideas for a country u-shaped separate kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, medium wood cabinets, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, raised-panel cabinets and brown floor.

New Luxury White Kitchen

Boxwood Cabinetry & Design

This is an example of an expansive traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, brick floors and with island.

Farmhouse Kitchen

Bryan Construction, Cabinetry & Woodwork, Inc.

Design ideas for a large country l-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, brick floors, with island and red floor.

Tidewater Colonial

Solid Tops

Photography: Jake Melrose
Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Baltimore with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, red floor and timber splashback.

Victorian kitchen

San Luis Kitchen Co.

Using the home’s Victorian architecture and existing mill-work as inspiration we restored an antique home to its vintage roots. The many-times remodeled kitchen was desperately in need of a unifying theme so we used Pavilion Raised cabinetry in a cottage finish to bring back a bygone era. The homeowner purchased Elmira Stove Works antique style appliances, reclaimed wood for the bar counter, and rustic (grayed brick) flooring. Victorian period appropriate inset cabinetry is hand distressed for a ‘lived-in’ look. The owners are avid antique collectors of unique Americana freestanding pieces and accessories which add a wealth of playful accents, while at the same time, are useful items for the cook. Together these details create a kitchen that fits comfortably in this classic home. The island features a Special Cottage Russian Olive finish with bead board paneling, turned posts, curved valances, a farmhouse style sink, paneled dishwasher and, finally, a unique combination cabinet with double trash facing the front and a shallow cabinet with wire mesh door facing out the side. The inset doorstyle called for combination cabinets blending such items as a base corner turn-out cabinet with drawers and then a base pull-out pantry. We included wicker baskets, fine-line drawer inserts, a dish rack and wall storage with faux cubby drawers (the drawers are full width with multiple drawerheads). Note also the eyebrow pediment, pull-out pantry and the hide-away doors on the ‘appliance wall’.

Private Residence Baton Rouge, LA

Allyson Hicks Design Consulting, LLC

Chad Chenier Photography
This is an example of a traditional eat-in kitchen in New Orleans with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, panelled appliances, brick floors, with island and travertine splashback.

Kitchen

Gritton & Associates Architects

Design ideas for a kitchen in Tampa with stainless steel appliances, a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, brick floors and medium wood cabinets.

Red Oak Crisp & Classic

Cedar Hill Home and Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Hillside Terrace San Juan Capistrano

Maker Design Group

Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, brick floors, red floor, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Copper Creek

Anthony B. Thibert's + Maisons The Art of Design

Mediterranean u-shaped kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, brown floor, beige benchtop and exposed beam.

Victorian kitchen

San Luis Kitchen Co.

French Country Expansion in Boerne

Virtuoso Builders

Every remodel comes with its new challenges and solutions. Our client built this home over 40 years ago and every inch of the home has some sentimental value. They had outgrown the original kitchen. It was too small, lacked counter space and storage, and desperately needed an updated look. The homeowners wanted to open up and enlarge the kitchen and let the light in to create a brighter and bigger space. Consider it done! We put in an expansive 14 ft. multifunctional island with a dining nook. We added on a large, walk-in pantry space that flows seamlessly from the kitchen. All appliances are new, built-in, and some cladded to match the custom glazed cabinetry. We even installed an automated attic door in the new Utility Room that operates with a remote. New windows were installed in the addition to let the natural light in and provide views to their gorgeous property.

1800's Farmhouse Kitchen

River Woodcraft

Large country u-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, brick floors, with island, red floor and grey benchtop.

Kitchen with Raised-panel Cabinets and Brick Floors 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!