Transitional Style Home located in Stevensville, Maryland. Home features traditional details and modern statement lighting. Layering in color and patterns bring this home to life.

Bay House

Rock House Design

Photo of a mid-sized beach style galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

House on the Hill Nashville

Franks Home Maintenance and General Contracting

Photo of an eat-in kitchen in Nashville with raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, cork floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Leathered Blue Dunes Kitchen

Lesher Natural Stone, Quartz, & Tile

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Prosper Project

House Sprucing

Photo of a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Christopher St

FineLine Kitchens, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Colleyville Chic 2

The Interior Collection

Traditional kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Trimdon Kitchen

Bespoke Interiors

Our clients brief was to create a wow kitchen in their open plan kitchen/living area which incorporated a large tv with display areas for glasses and whiskey bottles They loved walnut as an accent wood and wanted a statement island with 60mm thick waterfall edged granite Curved end unit on the tall run and curved barrel with chopping blocks on island were used to soften the design and give the island shape and character The feature canopy above the clients own Aga was a mix of painted wood and natural walnut The diagonal pantry gave all the food storage the client needed Colours and materials used were River white and Steel grey granite for the worktops, Moles breath and Putty for the door colours accented with natural walnut

Dallas | Whiterock | Kitchen (Revive)

Kitchen Design Concepts

We introduce to you one of our newer services we are providing here at Kitchen Design Concepts: spaces that just need a little reviving! As of recent, we are taking on projects that are in need of minimal updating, as in, spaces that don’t need a full-on remodel. Yes, you heard right! If your space has good bones, you like the layout of your kitchen, and you just need a few cosmetic changes, then today’s feature is for you! Recently, we updated a space where we did just this! The kitchen was in need of a little love, some fresh paint, and new finishes. And if we’re being honest here, the result looks almost as if the kitchen had a full-on remodel! To learn more about this space and how we did our magic, continue reading below: The Before and After First, see what an impact new finishes can make! The “before” image shows a kitchen with outdated finishes such as the tile countertops, backsplash, and cabinetry finish. The “after” image, is a kitchen that looks almost as if its brand new, the image speaks for itself! Cabinetry With the wooden cabinetry in this kitchen already having great bones, all we needed to do was our refinishing process that involved removing door and drawer fronts, sanding, priming, and painting. The main color of the cabinetry is white (Sherwin Williams Pure White 7005) and as an accent, we applied a deep navy blue that really pops in this space (Sherwin Willaims Naval 6244). As a special design element, we incorporated a natural wooden band across the hood which is subtle but adds an element of surprise. Countertops The original countertops in this space were a 12×12 tile with cracks and discolored grout from all the wear and tear. To replace the countertops, we installed a clean and crisp quartz that is not only durable but easy to maintain (no grout here!). The 3cm countertops are a Cambria quartz in a grey-tone color (Carrick). Backsplash Keeping things simple, yet classic, we installed a 3×6 subway tile from Interceramic. The crisp white pairs well with all the other finishes of the space and really brighten the space up! To spice things up, we paired the white tile with a contrasting grout color (Cape Grey) that matches the countertop. This is a simple method to add interest to your white backsplash! Fixtures and Fittings For the fixtures and fittings of the kitchen, we wanted pieces that made a statement. That’s why we selected this industrial style faucet from Brizo! The faucet is a Brizo LITZE™ PULL-DOWN FAUCET WITH ARC SPOUT AND INDUSTRIAL HANDLE (63044LF-BLGL). The matte black paired with the luxe gold elements really make a statement! To match the gold elements of the faucet, we installed cabinetry hardware from Topknobs in the same gold finish. The hardware is a Channing pull TK743HB. Lastly, the large single bowl sink (who doesn’t want a large sink?!) is a great functional touch to the kitchen. The sink is a Blanco Precision 16″ R10 super single with 16″ Drainer in stainless steel (516216).

Berrywood Kitchen Refresh

L. Harper Designs

Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall open plan kitchen in Oklahoma City with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Kitchens

KN Remodeling

Photo of an expansive mediterranean l-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, travertine floors, with island, beige floor, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets and black benchtop.

HGTV Modern Farmhouse Marine Blue Kitchen

SH interiors

We completely renovated this space for an episode of HGTV House Hunters Renovation. The kitchen was originally a galley kitchen. We removed a wall between the DR and the kitchen to open up the space. We used a combination of countertops in this kitchen. To give a buffer to the wood counters, we used slabs of marble each side of the sink. This adds interest visually and helps to keep the water away from the wood counters. We used blue and cream for the cabinetry which is a lovely, soft mix and wood shelving to match the wood counter tops. To complete the eclectic finishes we mixed gold light fixtures and cabinet hardware with black plumbing fixtures and shelf brackets.

New Heights

Hermitage Kitchen Gallery LLC

Designed by Victoria Highfill, Photography by MelissaMMills.com
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Nashville with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Refined Custom Home

Kitchen & Bath Gallery

In the kitchen, the use of Kraftmaid cabinetry in a "canvas" finish around the perimeter of the room and an island in "aged river rock" helped achieve both a bright and warm feeling. The ceramic tile backsplash in dove gray and polished quartz countertops in Cambria-Berwyn with an ogee edge complete the space. Erin Little Photography

Kitchen Remodeling- 4

Ryan Davis Contracting

This is an example of a large modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Summit Ash

Imagery

Large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orlando with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Whole House Reno - Haddonfield

Cipriani Remodeling Solutions

This is an example of a country l-shaped kitchen in Philadelphia with white cabinets, raised-panel cabinets, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Rustic Manor

Black Rock Construction Inc.

Large country l-shaped kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, beige benchtop, subway tile splashback, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Diane and Paul's Kitchen Remodel

Americraft, Inc

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

IKEA kitchen with Bobdyn gray doors in Orlando- Design wishes

INSPIRED KITCHEN DESIGN

Top 3 design wishes: 1. Large island – We wanted a 9ft island and we achieved that. We wanted the dishwasher, microwave, sink and garbage drawer to be in the island 2. Nice Appliances – One of the things we really wanted was a large refrigerator/Freezer but didn’t know if it would be overbearing and if it would fit with the other things we wanted in the kitchen. We were able to fit the Electrolux Icon 64” wide refrig/freezer units and we couldn’t be happier. It is definitely something everyone notices right away. In addition, we went with Bosch appliances for everything else. (Range Hood, Drawer Microwave, 36” Induction Cooktop, Dishwasher and Oven) 3. No gap between the cabinets and the ceiling. On the other hand our ceilings were just over 9ft so we were able to use the standard cabinets with the 15” cabinets on top with deco strip. We definitely got the super-high IKEA Bobdyn kitchen we were looking to get.

Kitchen with Raised-panel Cabinets and with Island 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!