A new birch hutch with tongue and groove detailing was designed to honor the original butler’s pantry.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped separate kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, white floor and brown benchtop.

Rochester, MA

Southcoast Kitchen Designs

A kitchen transformation from dark wood to bright white with warm wood countertops and shelves. We added open shelving, all-white recessed panel cabinets, subway tile backsplash and ward walnut countertops.

8 Pine Reach Remodel - After

CRx - The Cure for the Common Build

Inspiration for a large traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Oro Valley 10871

Eren Design and Remodel

Inspiration for an expansive galley eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Traditional Kitchen

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, no island, blue floor, recessed-panel cabinets and brown benchtop.

My Houzz: Eclectic Vintage Charm in a Family's Texas Farmhouse

Jennifer M. Ramos

Photo: Jennifer M. Ramos © 2018 Houzz
Country l-shaped kitchen in Austin with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Stately & Stunning in Westford

BB&R Design-Build

Current open concept living set inside a stately colonial home in a Boston Suburb. Dark hardwood floors throughout the home, white shaker-recessed panel cabinets are both balanced out beautifully with deep brown quartz counter tops. Oil-rubbed bronze hardware and hand formed glass pendant lighting over the island culminate for classically stunning new kitchen space. Global Click Photography

House 2

Merigo Design

Donna Griffiths
Traditional open plan kitchen in Toronto with stainless steel appliances, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, brown splashback, mosaic tile splashback, brown floor and brown benchtop.

NW Portland Historic Condo Remodel- Archway Front View

Kraft Custom Construction

This condo remodel consisted of redoing the kitchen layout and design to maximize the small space, while adding built-in storage throughout the home for added functionality. The kitchen was inspired by art-deco design elements mixed with classic style. The white painted custom cabinetry against the darker granite and butcher block split top counters creates a multi-layer visual interest in this refreshed kitchen. The history of the condo was honored with elements like the parquet flooring, arched doorways, and picture crown molding. Specially curated apartment sized appliances were added to economize the space while still matching our clients style. In other areas of the home, unused small closets and shelving were replaced with custom built-ins that added need storage but also beautiful design elements, matching the rest of the remodel. The final result was a new space that modernized the home and added functionality for our clients, while respecting the previous historic design of the original condo.

Kensington Addition

AXIS ARCHITECTS

Design ideas for a small midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown benchtop.

King Kitchen

Turan Designs, Inc.

Transitional White Country Kitchen
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Black Traditional Kitchen in Maidenbower

Paragon Designs

This traditional kitchen in Maidenbower is both stunning and functional - perfect for cooking and entertaining. For this kitchen transformation, the Welford range was used, known for its timeless design. The cabinetry is painted matte black, making the space look cosier and more inviting, while the silver coloured metal handles add a subtle touch of elegance. The Laminate worktops offer a sturdy space that’s easy to maintain and come in a beautiful wood finish, adding a lot of warmth to the space while providing some contrast to the dark coloured cabinetry. An island, also with a Laminate surface, was built in the centre of the kitchen as an additional workspace, creating a seamless flow in the room. This kitchen features state-of-the-art appliances and plenty of closed storage for effortless organisation, ensuring that the whole space is functional. Are you inspired by this beautiful kitchen transformation? Let us help you design and create a kitchen that perfectly suits your needs and matches your personal style. Visit our website for more designs, and get in touch with us to get started.

"Малиновый сорбет"

Анастасия Уфимцева

Зона кухни в проекте квартиры типовой серии дома П-44. Вид на рабочую зону.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall separate kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Farmhouse Kitchen in Novi, MI

Dream Kitchens

Photo of a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Ash Edge Grain Butcher Block Countertop

Hardwood Lumber Company

"My ash countertops came out gorgeous and I’m really pleased with the quality and craftsmanship delivered by the Hardwood Lumber Company. They are very sturdy and the wood strips are all full-length. They also made sure to swap the grain angle of each piece to minimize warping. I chose unfinished wood and used walnut oil on them after installation- it really brought out a lot of character in the wood and made them even more lovely." Laurel

Pawprint Place

SCM Design Group

Transitional Style Kitchen, It will fit perfectly for entertainment and enthusiastic cooking family. Combination of warm tones and Whites, Quartzite counter tops and amazing back splash, top of the line appliances and a perfect bar area. This Kitchen has a tons of storage with accessories and organization from Rev-a-shelf

Брюсов переулок

Архитектурно-строительная компания "ЭРА"

Inspiration for a small mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Moscow with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Ultimate Chef Kitchen

Two Chefs Construction

This kitchen features an island focal point.The custom countertop shows stunning color and grain from Sapele, a beautiful hardwood. The cabinets are made from solid wood with a fun Blueberry paint, and a built in microwave drawer.

Ultimate Chef Kitchen

Two Chefs Construction

1980's Kitchen Update Lake Oswego

Pacific Northwest Cabinetry

1980s Split level kitchen remodel in white with stainless and hardwood floors, blind lazy susan corner storage units, upper and lower
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Kitchen with Recessed-panel Cabinets and Brown 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!