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.

Southern Hospitality

Atwood: Fine Architectural Cabinetry

Family and friends can all gather together in this traditionally styled, elegant yet inviting kitchen in the heart of this southern home. Attention to detail in every direction. Ceiling mirrors the island, cabinetry boasts lit drawers and uppers alike, true glass mullioned doors, carved corners and posts, built ins, and more. This kitchen has it all!

Grey Critall-Style Kitchen by Neil Norton Design

Neil Norton Design

A contemporary grey critall-style kitchen designed with cooking, socialising and work in mind to meet the demands of a busy family home! Featuring integrated appliances, a kitchen island, dining area and large wine fridge display.

A Flip Flop Delight From Dreary to Bright: Kitchen and Dining Room Swap

Corinthian Fine Homes

These homeowners had lived in their home a few years and were ready to transform the dated spaces, while maintaining the integrity of the homes traditional design. The kitchen was small, dark and dated on the front of the house, with the dining room on the back of the house. We chose to flip these spaces, open the doorways between them, and open a wall separating the kitchen-to-be to the family room. We created a large open kitchen with a spacious island for food prep and entertaining that is a chef’s dream. 3×12 white tile in a herringbone pattern make the cooktop wall stunning and the custom white raised panel cabinetry are a showstopper. Thunder white countertops and champagne bronze plumbing fixtures with antique gold pendant lights complete this beautiful transformation. The dining room is now its own show, re-purposing the chandelier and showcasing their beautiful existing furnishings. In the homeowner’s words, “I loved my home before, but now I really love it.”

View Park House Remodel

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Photo of a transitional u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, grey floor and white 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.

Nice Surprise!

Covello Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional kitchen in Phoenix with a single-bowl sink, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop, raised-panel cabinets and multi-coloured splashback.

London, E10

Lomax & Chi

Photo of a contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, pink splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Kopper Mountain

Northstar Systembuilt

Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall kitchen pantry in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

2019 NARI CotY Award-Winning Kitchens

National Association of the Remodeling Industry

Realty Restoration, LLC with team member Twelve Stones Designs, Austin, Texas, 2019 NARI CotY Award-Winning Residential Kitchen Over $150,000
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Custom Pantry Cabinet closed

MH Baker, LLC

Full overlay cabinetry was used to match existing cabinets, which also allows for improved storage and access. The upper area is 24" deep, the lower countertop area is 28" deep.

French Country Kitchen and Bath Remodel

Juniper Ridge Designs LLC

French Country Kitchen Remodel, Wood-mode Brookhaven custom cabinets, White Vintage Finish, Green Vintage Finish, Enkebol moldings, Quartz Countertop & Backsplash. Dragonfly 360 Imaging

Rugs

Bert Henry Carpet & Tile, Inc

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Stylish Transitional

The Couture Haus Interior Design

Transitional elegant kitchen with large island, wood beams on the ceiling, 2 sinks and 2 dishwashers, large dining atble with modern chairs.
Photo of a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Raleigh with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Kitchen in Brooklyn Townhouse, New York NY

Arsight

Welcome to a world of refined taste in this Brooklyn Brownstone Townhouse residence in New York, where Arsight has constructed a kitchen that exemplifies luxury. The splendid brownstone floor anchors a bespoke kitchen adorned with luscious wood accents, embodying ageless sophistication. Crown molding and meticulous millwork heighten the ambiance, while tastefully arranged shelves display your gourmet essentials. The marble backsplash imparts a hint of grandeur, blending harmoniously with the extensive use of natural elements. Stainless steel and wood features complete this kitchen's style and utility narrative.

Tiny kitchen with a huge personality in Glendale

Metropolis Drafting and Construction Inc

A tiny kitchen that was redone with what we all wish for storage, storage and more storage. The design dilemma was how to incorporate the existing flooring and wallpaper the client wanted to preserve. The kitchen is a combo of both traditional and transitional element thus becoming a neat eclectic kitchen. The wood finish cabinets are natural Alder wood with a clear finish while the main portion of the kitchen is a fantastic olive-green finish. for a cleaner look the countertop quartz has been used for the backsplash as well. This way no busy grout lines are present to make the kitchen feel heavier and busy.

Milbank Beach Condo

Tanya Ryan Design

Newly remodeled kitchen in this Beach Condo Rental maintained the original cabinetry but with an updated look. Painting the cabinets freshened up the space and spread the budget farther. With new countertops, backsplash, sink, fixtures and appliances the space feels brand new.

Sublime Sanctuary - Kitchen + Dining

Drewett Works

This kitchen has all the amenities any chef could want. Interior designer Michele Lundstedt worked with a local artist on the pewter range hood to offset the rustic wood beam ceiling and pewter pendants. Project Details // Sublime Sanctuary Upper Canyon, Silverleaf Golf Club Scottsdale, Arizona Architecture: Drewett Works Builder: American First Builders Interior Designer: Michele Lundstedt Landscape architecture: Greey | Pickett Photography: Werner Segarra https://www.drewettworks.com/sublime-sanctuary/

Coastal with a hint of Urban Farmhouse!

JMR Designs, Inc.

When a millennial couple relocated to South Florida, they brought their California Coastal style with them and we created a warm and inviting retreat for entertaining, working from home, cooking, exercising and just enjoying life! On a backdrop of clean white walls and window treatments we added carefully curated design elements to create this unique home.

Clark St

Intelligent Design Group

Design ideas for a mid-sized u-shaped open plan kitchen in Toronto with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Raised-panel Cabinets and White Benchtop 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!