Traditional but unusually shaped kitchen with a white painted cabinets, seapearl quartzite countertops, tradewinds tint mosaic backsplash, paneled appliances, dark wood island with hidden outlets. Featuring a flat panel TV in the backsplash for your viewing pleasure while cooking for your family. This great kitchen is adjacent to an amazing outdoor living space with multiple living spaces and an outdoor pool. Traditional but unusually shaped kitchen with a white painted cabinets, seapearl quartzite countertops, tradewinds tint mosaic backsplash, paneled appliances, dark wood island with hidden outlets. Featuring a flat panel TV in the backsplash for your viewing pleasure while cooking for your family. This great kitchen is adjacent to an amazing outdoor living space with multiple living spaces and an outdoor pool. Photos by Jon Upson

Cardiff by the Sea - Beach Kitchen remodel

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

SIGNATURE DESIGNS KITCHEN BATH Medallion Cabinetry in Providence Door in White Icing the island in Islander Finish.
Inspiration for a large beach style u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and multi-coloured splashback.

Still Designing After 43 Years

Wm Ohs Showrooms

Small transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback and marble floors.

Still Designing After 43 Years

Wm Ohs Showrooms

Inspiration for a small transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback and marble floors.

Cheyenne Addition

Homes By Frameworks

Harper Point Photography
Design ideas for a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and multiple islands.

Dog Bowl drawer

Lasley Brahaney Architecture + Construction

Our designs keep the entire family in mind, including the dog! Tom Grimes
This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

White and Cherry Island X Mullion Glass Cabinets

Design Line Kitchens

Kitchen Designer: Ralph Katz Design Line Kitchens in Sea Girt, New Jersey Photography by Nettie Einhorn
Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors and with island.

Homecrest

Builders' General Supply

Photo of a transitional kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and dark hardwood floors.

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

Timber Trail

Shoreline Architecture & Design

Kevin Meechan Photography
Photo of a large country single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, beige benchtop and exposed beam.

Sophisticated Nostalgia Kitchen in Deer Park

Advance Design Studio, Ltd.

When this suburban family decided to renovate their kitchen, they knew that they wanted a little more space. Advance Design worked together with the homeowner to design a kitchen that would work for a large family who loved to gather regularly and always ended up in the kitchen! So the project began with extending out an exterior wall to accommodate a larger island and more moving-around space between the island and the perimeter cabinetry. Style was important to the cook, who began collecting accessories and photos of the look she loved for months prior to the project design. She was drawn to the brightness of whites and grays, and the design accentuated this color palette brilliantly with the incorporation of a warm shade of brown woods that originated from a dining room table that was a family favorite. Classic gray and white cabinetry from Dura Supreme hits the mark creating a perfect balance between bright and subdued. Hints of gray appear in the bead board detail peeking just behind glass doors, and in the application of the handsome floating wood shelves between cabinets. White subway tile is made extra interesting with the application of dark gray grout lines causing it to be a subtle but noticeable detail worthy of attention. Suede quartz Silestone graces the countertops with a soft matte hint of color that contrasts nicely with the presence of white painted cabinetry finished smartly with the brightness of a milky white farm sink. Old melds nicely with new, as antique bronze accents are sprinkled throughout hardware and fixtures, and work together unassumingly with the sleekness of stainless steel appliances. The grace and timelessness of this sparkling new kitchen maintains the charm and character of a space that has seen generations past. And now this family will enjoy this new space for many more generations to come in the future with the help of the team at Advance Design Studio. Photographer: Joe Nowak

Mt. Prospect Kitchen Addition with Walnut Cabinets

Patrick A. Finn, Ltd

Photography by Sophia Hronis-Arbis. The red barstools add a nice pop of color to this walnut island with a end grain butcher block island top.
This is an example of an expansive transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and recessed-panel cabinets.

My Work

Maureen Mcguire Interiors

The ventilation hood seen here was created by building a drywall hood around a ventilation liner, adding small tiles and then adding a metal coating over it all.

Truly Functional Kitchen

Campbell's Residential Design Service

Simple, Elegant,
This is an example of a large transitional eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Huntington Beach

Pacific Coast Builders, Inc.

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

Bishops Park Open Plan, White Kitchen

CATO creative

Large contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Luxurious Getaway at the Floridian Golf and Yacht Club

Pineapple House Interior Design

The kitchen sparkles with state-of-the-art stainless steel appliances, white painted and mirrored cabinetry, walls of polished lacquer, and a massive granite island that spills over the top and down its sides. A Bonisolli Photography

Elegant Transitional Kitchen in Wheaton by Adam Hartig AKBD

Adam Hartig

This project converted a builder design with entry level finishes into an elegant entertaining space that fit the needs of an active family. Off white Omega painted cabinets with a timeless recessed panel door design set the tone for a transitional setting. Lennon granite was used to partner the cabinets with the grey tones in the large format tile splash and the warmth of the oak flooring. A window was removed from the cooking wall to simplify the space and organize the work triangle in a way that guests would know where to sit and multiple cooks could operate without a congested setting. The sink was placed on the large island to allow the cook to be able to engage with the family room and whoever sits at the stools. Products include Thermador / Viking / Wolf appliances, Omega Dynasty Lorring - Magnolia Cabinets, Amerock hardware, and American Hardwood Flooring - red oak flooring.

The New Southern

Pineapple House Interior Design

In the kitchen, the bottom shelf of the island organizes the dog bowls. Designers add a pet barrier made of tempered glass to the hall door. It restricts their movement but allows them to look into other areas of the house. A Bonisolli Photography

Stunning Lakefront Home - Newport Landing

Arjay Builders Inc.

Home Built by Arjay Builders, Inc. Photo by Amoura Productions Cabinetry Provided by Eurowood Cabinetry, Inc.
Large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Omaha with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, multiple islands and beige floor.

Kitchen with Recessed-panel 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!