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Banquette for informal dining

Denver Design Group

The custom banquette for informal dining adds a splash of color in this white kitchen.
Large transitional eat-in kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Italian Villa Home

Passarelli Custom Homes

Mediterranean u-shaped kitchen in Charlotte with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands, brown floor, black benchtop and exposed beam.

Cordillera Ranch Hill Country Home

K. Rue Designs, LLC

AFTER PHOTO Adding lots of drama to this large kitchen, black painted cabinets emphasize the space. White with black veining marble countertop on the island acts as a focal point for this kitchen with solid white perimeter countertops. The black is a consistent base color, as shown on the cooktop decorative tile with mixed materials and dimensional tiles. Little black mosaic tiles accent the bold venthood design. The travertine flooring and stone wall ground the space in a neutral, earthy palette.

Nicholas Backyard ADU

Design Appruv, Inc.

A classic San Diego Backyard Staple! Our clients were looking to match their existing homes "Craftsman" aesthetic while utilizing their construction budget as efficiently as possible. At 956 s.f. (2 Bed: 2 Bath w/ Open Concept Kitchen/Dining) our clients were able to see their project through for under $168,000! After a comprehensive Design, Permitting & Construction process the Nicholas Family is now renting their ADU for $2,500.00 per month.

Navy Blue Kitchen Remodel

Moonlight Builders

Compact kitchen remodel. Navy Blue Cabinets is the new trend. These beautiful custom blue cabinets are perfect for a refreshing
Photo of a small traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, a peninsula, beige floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Aldergate

Visbeen Architects

Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley kitchen in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

Log Cabin Kitchen

ELizabeth Bollenbach at Lowes Maple and Ridge

Mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Wichita with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

Transitional Kitchen and Great Room Remodel in Ft. Myers

Progressive Design Build

We anchored the kitchen with a large custom island that features a gorgeous single hand-hammered copper sink, bronze faucets and two dish washers. Along the wall is a French culinary handmade La Cornue stove and custom-built range hood that creates a stunning focal point. It’s surrounded by classic white stacked cabinetry—the left- and right-side cabinets flush with the countertops. The top row of cabinets is designed with glass-paneled doors and in-cabinet lighting perfect for highlighting kitchen collectibles. A convenient way to save valuable counter space, and help provide a clean, clutter-free look for the kitchen, we installed an appliance garage with plenty of storage. The large, walk-in pantry was designed with convenient roll out shelves. The kitchen countertops were topped with Taj Mahal quartzite, which were polished in a leathered finish to create the rustic feel our clients were looking for. Two large refrigerator/freezer combo units were designed into the space to provide plenty of food storage, both fresh and frozen. A convenient “Command Center” was added to one end of the refrigerator wall, concealed behind the cabinet doors, to store mail, a kid’s activity calendar, school papers, a bulletin board, etc. The base cabinet between the kitchen and great room was designed with plenty of drawers and a high-power docking station for charging multiple devices, including tablets, phones, reading devices, and headsets.

Столярные изделия в деревянном доме

Сендега - столярное производство

Кухня выполнена на заказ из эмалированного мдф, столешницы изготовлены из массива ясеня.
Design ideas for a large country l-shaped separate kitchen in Saint Petersburg with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, with island, brown floor, beige benchtop and exposed beam.

European Farmhouse

HK Designs

Bright kitchen in a traditional style, old world charm with a pop of color.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and exposed beam.

Glade Park II

Keystone Custom Builders, Inc.

Open kitchen for a chef. Santa Cecilia granite slab provides plenty of counter space. Open glass cabinets to display your cherished possessions. Timberlake Cabinets features two tones, Maple Mocha and Maple Truffle. Photos by Robbie Arnold Media, Grand Junction, CO

Cabinet Works

Home Yellowstone

Photo of a large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, multiple islands, yellow floor, black benchtop and exposed beam.

800 Sqft, 1 Bed/1 Bath - West Chelsea, NYC

A. Bollman & Sons.

This 800 Sqft 1 Bedroom apartment in West Chelsea received it's 2nd overhaul from AB&Co. The space is perfect for the owners who use it as a Pied-a-terre. Located in Chelsea's London Terrace Tower's, this 1930 apartment received a full overhaul including new bathroom, kitchen, additional closets, built-ins, refinished original flooring, and custom mill work.

Man Cave Get away

Michelle McKoy Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Charlotte with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula, brown floor, beige benchtop and exposed beam.

Shavano Estates Kitchen/Living/Dining Expansion

Virtuoso Builders

Inspiration for an expansive traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Ekeby Storm - Køkken

Kvänum Køkken

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional single-wall open plan kitchen in Copenhagen with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, black benchtop and exposed beam.

Hyde Park First Floor Renovation

Legacy Builders Group

This Hyde Park family was looking to open up their first floor creating a more functional living space and to refresh their look to a transitional style. They loved the idea of exposed beams and hoped to incorporate them into their remodel. We are "beaming" with pride with the end result.

Caulfield House

User

White walls and ceiling are combined with wood and sand tones to create this beautiful open plan kitchen.
This is an example of a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Mullica Hill, NJ: Transitional Kitchen & Living Space

Bella B Home Designs

Beautiful updated kitchen with a twist of transitional and traditional features!
Large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Kitchen with Raised-panel Cabinets and Exposed Beam 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!