Photo of a small arts and crafts l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Jacksonville with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Luxury Vinyl Flooring (LVP), COREtec from US Floors

Floor Coverings International of Charleston

Mid-sized country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Charleston with vinyl floors, an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops and no island.

Country Cottage Kitchen

Schrock's Woodworking

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Sunset Island Trail Project

JR Builders LLC

Design ideas for a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Traditional Gray Stained Maple Kitchen Renovation

Johannings Custom Cabinets

We designed very functional drawers to house an amazing amount of spices that are so easily accessed.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional kitchen in Cleveland with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and multi-coloured floor.

Condo Kitchen Remodel

Edge Construction

Beautiful transformation! Sink was moved over, Island counter made one level, upgraded cabinets and added crown molding...perfect for entertaining!
Photo of a small traditional u-shaped kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and a peninsula.

Luxury Vinyl Flooring

Floor Coverings International-Kansas City South

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall open plan kitchen in Kansas City with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, green splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and with island.

Mother-In-Law Suite Kitchenette

GMI Design Group

Caring for aging parents is both a joy and a challenge. The clients wanted to create a more aging-in-place friendly basement area for their mother. The existing kitchenette was more of a glorified bar and did not give her the option of cooking independently, and definitely not stylishly. We re-configured the area so it was all open, with full kitchen capabilities. All appliances were selected to cater to the mother's limited reach, so all functional storage and product usage can be done without raising arms excessively. Special storage solutions include a peg-system for a dish drawer, tiered silverware trays, a slide-up appliance garage, and pivoting pantry storage. The cabinets also give ample display space for her collection of antique glassware. In lieu of an island, we created a solid-surface top for a standard table so food can be prepped while sitting and without damaging the table top. All items reflect the mother's tastes and existing furniture so she can truly feel like this basement is her space, while still being close to her son and daughter-in-law.

Dark and Light Traditional Custom Home Build

RCH Home & Design

When we help our RCH Custom Home clients with design, we focus on marrying look and function in a way that will blend the unique wishes of the clients using the space. Our clients wanted to elevate the style of their home to reflect their personal taste while keeping the cozy feel of their Long Pine Estates home. This home mixes light and dark tones for a contemporary, homey feel. The mocha-stained rustic alder cabinetry, quartz counter-tops, and natural stone mosaic back splash by Jeffrey Court, make this kitchen oh so luxurious!

Modern Complete Kitchen Remodel in Mt, Vernon, VA

GBC Kitchen and Bath

Contemporary Complete Kitchen Remodel with white semi-custom cabinets, white quartz countertop and wood look LVT flooring. Gray beveled edge subway backsplash tile. Mudroom with cabinetry and coat closet.

Nob Hill Condo - Kitchen

Pauline Soffa Design

Small transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, no island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Chantilly Virginia Kitchen

Murphy's Design

Transitional eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

The Oaks Kitchen Remodel

Roanoke Woodworking Inc.

Mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and medium wood cabinets.

Transitional Kitchen

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, vinyl floors, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop and white cabinets.

Armstrong-Duality Vinyl Sheet Flooring

Quality Floors First

Inspiration for a large traditional kitchen in Orange County with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and with island.

Armstrong-Duality Vinyl Sheet Flooring

Finmark Carpet One Floor & Home

Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and with island.

Rénovation d'une maison de capitaine de 1804

User

Les meubles d'origine en chêne massif ont été conservés et repeints en noir mat. L’îlot central a été chiné et repeint en noir mat, une planche recouverte de carrelage façon carreaux de ciment sert de plan de travail supplémentaire et de table pour le petit déjeuner. Crédence en feuille de pierre et sol en vinyle gris façon béton ciré. La cuisine est séparée du salon par une verrière en métal noir. Photo : Séverine Richard (Meero)

Gorgeous 14,000 Sq Ft Colorado Guest House

Logic Integration

This exclusive guest home features excellent and easy to use technology throughout. The idea and purpose of this guesthouse is to host multiple charity events, sporting event parties, and family gatherings. The roughly 90-acre site has impressive views and is a one of a kind property in Colorado. The project features incredible sounding audio and 4k video distributed throughout (inside and outside). There is centralized lighting control both indoors and outdoors, an enterprise Wi-Fi network, HD surveillance, and a state of the art Crestron control system utilizing iPads and in-wall touch panels. Some of the special features of the facility is a powerful and sophisticated QSC Line Array audio system in the Great Hall, Sony and Crestron 4k Video throughout, a large outdoor audio system featuring in ground hidden subwoofers by Sonance surrounding the pool, and smart LED lighting inside the gorgeous infinity pool. J Gramling Photos

COMPLETE HOME RENOVATION - LOS ANGELES

American Home Improvement Inc.

Design ideas for a large modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, vinyl floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and recessed.

North Kitchen

Grayling Construction

Kitchen remodel
Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor, beige benchtop and medium wood cabinets.

Kitchen with Raised-panel Cabinets and Vinyl 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!