Traditional Kitchen with Formal Style
This is an example of an expansive traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, travertine floors, with island, orange floor and beige benchtop.

Modern Kitchen

Inspiration for a large modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and wood.

Palermo, classica attualità

Martini Interiors

Cucina in legno massiccio laccata e top in granito
Mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Catania-Palermo with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, pink splashback, granite splashback, white appliances, marble floors, no island, pink floor, pink benchtop and recessed.

Blue Mountain Lane

Aspect Custom

Inspiration for a modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Tonka Bay Modern Treasure

Boyer Building Corporation

Beautiful expansive kitchen open to the great room and more formal dining space.
Expansive modern u-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Lorton 73

Woodbridge Kitchen&Bath LLC

Of white classic style kitchen cabinets, solarius granite countertop with full heights backsplash
This is an example of a large beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, a peninsula, orange floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Winchester Pool House

The Design Intention

Design ideas for an expansive transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop and vaulted.

Квартира на Цветном бульваре

Наталья Широкорад

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley separate kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Traditional Kitchen Remodel

Kitchens Plus MT LLC

Large transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

12203. - Astoria Granite Project

Kitchen Stone Design LLC

Astoria, eased edge, dual basin stainless steel, undermount sink.
This is an example of a large u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula, brown floor and beige benchtop.

New Build Kitchen Design In Co Limerick

Kitchen Plans Online Independent Kitchen Designer

Another New Build Kitchen Designed During My Time In CFF Kitchens In Mallow Co Cork. Images Courtesy Of CFF Group.
Photo of a large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Limerick with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and black benchtop.

Luxurious Bungalow

Florida Design Studio

Light, airy and inviting. The style of this kitchen works seamlessly with the craftsman style of the exterior.
Large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Tampa with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop and coffered.

Kiczalez Project

Panhandle Cabinets

Kitchen cabinet remodel. Removed drywall pantry and replaced it with cabinet pantry. Installed granite countertops with full backsplash.
Photo of a large u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula.

Marsh Hill

Hardwood Interiors & Design

Inspiration for a country eat-in kitchen in Other with granite benchtops, granite splashback, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, multi-coloured benchtop and wood.

Blue Mountain Lane

Aspect Custom

This is an example of a modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Loung Kitchen

Turan Designs, Inc.

Traditional Kitchen with Formal Wood Hood
Expansive traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, beige benchtop and travertine floors.

Kitchenette

Mayflower Construction Group

This large home had a lot of empty space in the basement and the owners wanted a small-sized kitchen built into their spare room for added convenience and luxury. This brand new kitchenette provides everything a regular kitchen has - backsplash, stove, dishwasher, you name it. The full height counter matching backsplash creates a beautiful and seamless appeal that adds texture and in general brings the kitchen together. The light beige cabinets complement the color of the counter and backsplash and mix brilliantly. As for the apron sink and industrial faucet, they add efficiency and aesthetic to the design.

Kitchen #1

Kitchens Direct of Florida

Full kitchen remodel - White York Raised Panel cabinets, White Alaskan granite countertop
Design ideas for a large galley open plan kitchen in Orlando with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, white benchtop and timber.

San Jose Family Home

Lori Delisle Interior Design & Decorating

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Deephaven Nantucket Remodel

Boyer Building Corporation

Beautiful white kitchen with custom cabinetry throughout. Love the scullery peaking out as an extra space for prep work.
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Kitchen with Raised-panel Cabinets and Granite 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!