Cuisine zellige blanc & carreaux de ciment

Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, cement tiles, no island, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

Southlake Transitional Remodel

Le Belle Maison Interiors Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

The 1895 Colonial Revival

Twelve Chairs Interiors

Traditional kitchen pantry in Boston with open cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, light hardwood floors, with island and brown benchtop.

45Teel Kitchen

Aurora Architects + Builders

Our first steampunk kitchen, this vibrant and meticulously detailed space channels Victorian style with future-forward technology. It features Vermont soapstone counters with integral farmhouse sink, arabesque tile with tin ceiling backsplash accents, pulley pendant light, induction range, coffee bar, baking center, and custom cabinetry throughout.

Surfside Kitchen

Thyme & Place Design LLC

This beautiful and inviting retreat compliments the adjacent rooms creating a total home environment for entertaining, relaxing and recharging. Soft off white painted cabinets are topped with Taj Mahal quartzite counter tops and finished with matte off white subway tiles. A custom marble insert was placed under the hood for a pop of color for the cook. Strong geometric patterns of the doors and drawers create a soothing and rhythmic pattern for the eye. Balance and harmony are achieved with symmetric design details and patterns. Soft brass accented pendants light up the peninsula and seating area. The open shelf section provides a colorful display of the client's beautiful collection of decorative glass and ceramics.

Los Altos Hills New Build

Carmit Oron Interior Design

Expansive country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Megansett Shingle Style

William Lee Architect & Associates, LLC

Inspiration for a beach style eat-in kitchen in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and timber.

Gainesville Rustin Modern Kitchen Remodel

Foster Remodeling Solutions, Inc.

This rustic but modern Gainesville kitchen remodel features 2 islands with Sage green cabinets and gold hardware.
Photo of a mid-sized country galley eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Green Vibe Kitchen

Wise Design & Remodel LLC

Decor kitchen cabinets with custom color: Peale Green HC 121 By Benjamin Moore, GE Induction Range, Blanco sink and Stream White granite counters, new red oak floors, white hexagon tiles on the backsplash complement the hexagonal brushed brass hardware

Stylish Hampshire Home

Randell Design Group

Fun architectural and interiors renovation project in Hampshire for designer Tabitha Webb One of a kind, beautiful pink and blue fluted kitchen by Stephen Anthony Design. Construction by Tidal Bespoke. ? @emmalewisphotographer

Prospect Heights Brownstone - Kitchen

Ben Herzog

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped kitchen with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Cabinet Installation

Red's Remodeling

Installed full kitchen cabinet set, finished in Harbor Gray.
Mid-sized contemporary eat-in kitchen in Raleigh with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, with island and white benchtop.

Westmont, IL Kitchen

Synergy Builders Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Coastal Kitchen Remodel

Artistic Design And Remodeling

This coastal home is located in Carlsbad, California! With some remodeling and vision this home was transformed into a peaceful retreat. The remodel features an open concept floor plan with the living room flowing into the dining room and kitchen. The kitchen is made gorgeous by its custom cabinetry with a flush mount ceiling vent. The dining room and living room are kept open and bright with a soft home furnishing for a modern beach home. The beams on ceiling in the family room and living room are an eye-catcher in a room that leads to a patio with canyon views and a stunning outdoor space! Design by Signature Designs Kitchen Bath Contractor ADR Design & Remodel Photos by San Diego Interior Photography

Grade II Listed House, Chiswick

User

Photo of a transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Hertfordshire with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Coach House

reDesign home | chicago

Design ideas for a small traditional single-wall kitchen pantry in Chicago with an undermount sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Pleasant Collaboration in Pound Ridge

Bilotta Kitchen & Home

Some clients have such great taste, that it’s easy to help create the kitchen of their dreams. Our client in this case had such passion for the design of her own kitchen that it made it such a fun collaborative experience that you don’t always get with clients. She put her heart and soul into making sure every detail was exactly the way she wanted. This kitchen is only a small piece of a well-appointed home. The 1” thick custom door (from Bilotta’s private custom cabinet collection), traditionally styled, yet not overly so, matches beautifully with the details of the adjacent rooms. The grey colored cabinetry blends with the colors in the adjoining rooms creating the perfect centerpiece. The client chose a massive stone Francois & Co. Toulouse Shelf w/ Concave Stack hood from a dealer in London and had it shipped over on a boat! She selected beautiful “Mother of Pearl” knobs from Anthropologie and adorned select cabinets with them like pieces of jewelry. The naturally pearlescent clay tile, the Quartzite countertops and the lanterns above the island were all chosen to mirror these knobs. The lanterns were also chosen to replicate the movement of the gold pattern in the knobs. The client opted to turn the tile on the diagonal as it felt more fluid and in keeping with the movement in the knobs and lanterns. The stone hood, tile, and quartzite sample coordinated perfectly. The room was equipped with a mix of SubZero Wolf and Miele appliances with a Kohler apron sink. The space of course has the perfect amount of accessories for making it more than just visually appealing – it’s a baker’s dream with a lift up for a frequently used mixer. There’s a built-in paper towel holder and just the right amount of utensil dividers, cutlery dividers, tray dividers, roll-outs and even a secret pantry with matching cabinetry hidden in the corner. Bilotta Designer: Randy O’Kane, CKD & Senior Designer Builder: Rob Norr, Nordic Construction Architect: Brad Demotte Photographer: Anthony Acocella

Stately Rejuvenation

Mountainwood Homes

The range was relocated off of the island and is now a focal point in the room. The stainless hood vent over the range is both beautiful and functional. A walk-in pantry was removed, and now beautiful built-in cabinets act as the pantry.

Vienna Glam Custom Home

c|s DESIGN STUDIO LLC

Photo credit Stylish Productions
This is an example of a small modern kitchen pantry in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and wood.

Bouldin Pied-Á-Terre

Ashby Collective

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Austin with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Kitchen with Recessed-panel Cabinets and Open Cabinets 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!