Angle Eye Photography Dewson Construction Blackbird Woodworking
Large traditional l-shaped kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Kitchen Remodel

Green Planet Remodeling, Inc.

Photo of a transitional separate kitchen in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, plywood floors, with island, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Armstrong - Rustic Hardwood

ProSource Wholesale of Springfield

Mid-sized country l-shaped separate kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Paradise in the Pines

Red Rock Pools and Spas and Red Rock Contractors

All Cedar Log Cabin the beautiful pines of AZ Elmira Stove Works appliances Photos by Mark Boisclair
Design ideas for a large country open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige splashback, timber splashback, black appliances, slate floors and with island.

Sanierung Einfamilienhaus

Diamond House

Offene Raumgestaltung: Küche
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Hanover with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Mid-Continent Cabinetry Design Gallery

Bailey Design Studio

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orlando with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, blue splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Modern Rustic Island Kitchen

Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.

This absolutely stunning cottage kitchen will catch your eye from the moment you set foot in the front door. Situated on an island up in the Muskoka region, this cottage is bathed in natural light, cooled by soothing cross-breezes off the lake, and surrounded by greenery outside the windows covering almost every wall. The distressed and antiqued spanish cedar cabinets and island are complemented by white quartz countertops and a fridge and pantry finished with antiqued white panels. Ambient lighting, fresh flowers, and a set of classic, wooden stools add to the warmth and character of this fabulous hosting space - perfect for the beautiful family who lives there!⠀

Alvin - Barndominium

GAP Custom Homes

Walls Could Talk
Inspiration for a large country single-wall open plan kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and raised-panel cabinets.

Kitchen Projects

User

Large country single-wall eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Rustic Kitchen

Refreshing Designs

Mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Stanford White Estate

Design Logic Limited, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Newark with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island and multi-coloured floor.

DIY Kitchen in Wauseon, Ohio

User

Waypoint Cabinetry, Natural Maple, 660R door style, Square Raised panel. Tops on perimeter in Zodiaq Imperial with a waterfall edge. Solera single bowl sink, S848 in Mocha with a flush reveal. Berenson Hardware, knobs BN 2055-1FE, cup pulls BN 9892-1FE. Homeowner made island top, put shiplap on walls and on sides and back of island.

DESIRE- Luxury Farmhouse in Roxbury

BA Staging & Interiors

This magnificent barn home staged by BA Staging & Interiors features over 10,000 square feet of living space, 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms and is situated on 17.5 beautiful acres. Contemporary furniture with a rustic flare was used to create a luxurious and updated feeling while showcasing the antique barn architecture.

Hamptons Syle - Montecito / Santa Barbara

Pennco Construction

Russ McConnell
Mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Santa Barbara with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, a farmhouse sink, beige splashback, timber splashback and brown floor.

Diamond Point, Lake George

Saratoga Cabinet Company

Design ideas for a mid-sized country u-shaped kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

Classical Estate

Portfolio Kitchens

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall separate kitchen in DC Metro with an integrated sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

VINYL

Abbey Van Dam Carpet And More

Photo of a small country u-shaped kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, black floor and grey benchtop.

Rustic Kitchen

This is an example of a small country u-shaped kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, black appliances and a peninsula.

Fleming Street

Kanga Construction

We removed the flat ceiling and lofted the entire ceiling space. We took out the standard sized doors and overhang roof and installed 8' doors. We also opened up the gable end by installing new angled gable windows. We salvaged the tongue and groove wood ceiling boards and installed them on the walls, then sanded them to reveal the beautiful Dade County Pine wood finish. We wrapped the beams with Ash and stained them to match the existing Dade County Pine walls. New lighting throughout finished the space off perfectly.

Rustic Cherry Cabintry

Kannas Custom Cabinets, Inc.

Rustic Cherry cabinets with medium rich stain color. Laminate top real tree AP.
This is an example of a small traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with raised-panel cabinets, a double-bowl sink, dark wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

Kitchen with Raised-panel Cabinets and Timber 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!