Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen in St Louis with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

kitchen mural

Murals by Irina, DOTS OF ARTS LLC

Mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Coastal Plantation

White Oak Construction LLC

Andrea Cary
Design ideas for a large country l-shaped kitchen pantry in Atlanta with medium hardwood floors, white cabinets, a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Custom Residence In Oakville

Hicks Design Studio Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Toronto with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, mosaic tile splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, with island and beige floor.

Traditional Kitchen

Traditional u-shaped kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Penshurst Residence - Kosher Kitchen - Beachwood

Harmoni Designs + Build

Architecture, Construction Management and Design by: Harmoni Designs, LLC. Photographer: Scott Pease, Pease Photography
Inspiration for a large arts and crafts galley open plan kitchen in Cleveland with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Vancouver 6

Kitchen Art Design

(Gary Beale) This kitchen has a raised panel door painted off white above the range & base cabinets painted green with a rub thru and glazed finish. The pot rack was made of old wood at the clients farm finished natural. Lights were added to the bottom of the pot rack.

Stefani Drive

Wesley-Wayne Interiors, LLC

Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped kitchen in Other with raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Sunny Suburban

PB Kitchen Design

Classic White kitchen in Hinsdale, IL. A large space with tall ceilings and an open floor plan, PB designers responded with a design of appropriate scale.

Ashland

Michelle Glennon Interior Design, Inc

Mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Islamorada Guest House

InsideOut

Colorful accents in a white coastal kitchen make it so much fun. The glass backsplash and aqua barstools really pop in this all white kitchen. Coastal pendants over the island add just the right amount of shine. Simple cup pulls and open shelving make it casual and homey.

Rich tourmeline color makes this backsplash a dramatic design element

Tradewinds Tile & Stone

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style l-shaped kitchen in Tampa with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and light hardwood floors.

The Retreat

Grenz Homes, Inc.

Photo of a large traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Sacramento with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island and beige floor.

Basement Kitchenette Remodel

DreamMaker Bath and Kitchen - Utah

Basement kitchenette and bathroom with dark cabinets and light granite counter tops. The kitchenette is the perfect addition right off the homeowner's TV room. The small bathroom features a nice tiled open shower.

Spanish Home in Rancho Santa Fe

H O M E + atelier Michael Ranson

Mid-sized mediterranean single-wall separate kitchen in San Diego with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, granite benchtops and mosaic tile splashback.

Whitefish Estate

Hunter and Company Interior Design

Gibeon Photography
This is an example of a country open plan kitchen in Other with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, brown splashback and mosaic tile splashback.

Chateau-inspired family home

Copper Leaf Interior Design Studio

Custom tile work: Mercury Mosaics Photography, Tom Eells
Inspiration for a large eclectic eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, terra-cotta floors, with island and orange floor.

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

Kitchen Remodels

NMB Custom Homes & Renovations

Elegant traditional kitchen for the most demanding chef! Side by side 36" built in refrigerators, custom stainless hood, custom glass & marble mosaic backsplash and beyond!

Hand Carved Kitchen

WL Kitchen & Home

Inspiration for an expansive traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, with island, stainless steel appliances, beige floor, grey benchtop, a farmhouse sink, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback and ceramic floors.

Kitchen with Raised-panel Cabinets 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!