Traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Whole House Renovation 'Traditional Kitchen'

Marc Ekhause Home Builder and Custom Renovations

Whole house renovation: view of kitchen make over Photo: Marc Ekhause
Large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and an undermount sink.

New Canaan Shingle Style

Michael Smith Architects

Laura Moss
This is an example of a large traditional separate kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Transitional Kitchen, Master Bathroom and Guest Bathrooms

Mariano & Co., LLC

Inspiration for a transitional eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and beige benchtop.

Oakhill ranch conversion

Terri Sears, Kitchen and Bath Designer

Design ideas for an expansive transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Nashville with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Tudor Style home kitchen remodel

Michelle Lawrence Interior Design

This was an outdated kitchen that lacked function. It was an U-shape with a small island and the refrigerator was out of the kitchen. We duplicated the beam in the family room when we opened the kitchen. Because the home is on the water, with lots of windows we decided to get a brushed finish on the granite to minimize glare. Another feature in this kitchen is the under cabinet and toekick lighting for safety, since the kitchen footprint was dramatically changed. Added a bar area with an undermount sink and dual temperature, lockable wine cooler. We added a 12 foot center opening slider in the family room and extended the deck.

Farmhouse Kitchen in Mount Dora

KBF Design Gallery

This is an example of a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orlando with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Porter

Kitchens of Diablo

The hutch is painted in Linen White by Dura Supreme. It adds a contracts to the Latte colored kitchen. Glass doors and True Wine Captain accent the barware. The Atlas pulls called Sutton Place add a luxury factor. The accent wall is painted with Benjamin Moore Chocolate Velvet.

Classic design. Timeless elegance.

User

Walnut interior drawers are a beautiful contrast with the white fronts. This drawer features a custom built knife block, handcrafted by JF. Classic white kitchen designed and built by Jewett Farms + Co. Functional for family life with a design that will stand the test of time. White cabinetry, soapstone perimeter counters and marble island top. Hand scraped walnut floors. Walnut drawer interiors and walnut trim on the range hood. Many interior details, check out the rest of the project photos to see them all.

Loomis Industrial Eclectic

Nar Design Group

Our carpenters labored every detail from chainsaws to the finest of chisels and brad nails to achieve this eclectic industrial design. This project was not about just putting two things together, it was about coming up with the best solutions to accomplish the overall vision. A true meeting of the minds was required around every turn to achieve "rough" in its most luxurious state. Featuring multiple Columbia Cabinet finishes; contrasting backsplashes, wall textures and flooring are all part of what makes this project so unique! Features include: Sharp microwave drawer, glass front wine fridge, fully integrated dishwasher, Blanco compost bin recessed into the counter, Walnut floating shelves, and barn house lighting. PhotographerLink

White Hand Glazed Kitchen

Pacific Coast Custom Design

This elegant, stylish kitchen is not only beautiful but if full of fantastic function. Pay close attention to the detail and the hand glazed finish.
Photo of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Lake

Ascent Custom Homes

Ascent, LLC, Jadon Good Photography
Design ideas for a traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback and panelled appliances.

Sacramento Chic Entertainer

Nar Design Group

This home remodel is a celebration of curves and light. Starting from humble beginnings as a basic builder ranch style house, the design challenge was maximizing natural light throughout and providing the unique contemporary style the client’s craved. The Entry offers a spectacular first impression and sets the tone with a large skylight and an illuminated curved wall covered in a wavy pattern Porcelanosa tile. The chic entertaining kitchen was designed to celebrate a public lifestyle and plenty of entertaining. Celebrating height with a robust amount of interior architectural details, this dynamic kitchen still gives one that cozy feeling of home sweet home. The large “L” shaped island accommodates 7 for seating. Large pendants over the kitchen table and sink provide additional task lighting and whimsy. The Dekton “puzzle” countertop connection was designed to aid the transition between the two color countertops and is one of the homeowner’s favorite details. The built-in bistro table provides additional seating and flows easily into the Living Room. A curved wall in the Living Room showcases a contemporary linear fireplace and tv which is tucked away in a niche. Placing the fireplace and furniture arrangement at an angle allowed for more natural walkway areas that communicated with the exterior doors and the kitchen working areas. The dining room’s open plan is perfect for small groups and expands easily for larger events. Raising the ceiling created visual interest and bringing the pop of teal from the Kitchen cabinets ties the space together. A built-in buffet provides ample storage and display. The Sitting Room (also called the Piano room for its previous life as such) is adjacent to the Kitchen and allows for easy conversation between chef and guests. It captures the homeowner’s chic sense of style and joie de vivre.

Bow Tie House

John Patrick Cunningham / Architect

A detail view of the kitchen.
Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, a peninsula, grey floor, grey benchtop and vaulted.

Brook Hollow Kitchen - New Providence, NJ

KraftMaster Renovations

A warm farmhouse kitchen space with clean white and wood accents, with exposed brick wall.
Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped kitchen pantry in New York with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Custom Kitchen

Forest City Cabinets

Aged Red Oak cabinets accented by a gray island.
Mid-sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, vinyl floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Dark-Cabinet Kitchen

Touchstone Kitchen and Bath

This kitchen remodel included opening up the wall behind the sink to create a more free flowing space. The island provides additional cooking and storage space. The dark cabinets contrasted with the lighter tile backsplash create an element of drama in this design.

Bloomington - Remodeling Artistry

AMEK Custom Builders

Custom cabinetry provides visual interest plus provides plenty of organized storage. The wood floor and walnut island add a richness to the contemporary look. Photo by SMHerrick Photography.

Tiny Home | Niagara

Neue Floors - European Wide Plank Oak

This is an example of a small beach style kitchen in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Country Cottage Kitchen

Interior Enhancements

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen with Recessed-panel Cabinets and Porcelain Splashback 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!