This is an example of an arts and crafts kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Quarter Sawn White Oak Flooring - Connecticut Kitchen

Hull Forest Products - Wide Plank Floors

Long and wide plank solid White Oak quarter and rift sawn wood flooring with a custom prefinish, locally manufactured by Hull Forest Products - Wide Plank Floors in Connecticut. Wood floors available mill-direct, unfinished or custom prefinished. 1-800-928-9602. https://www.hullforest.com Photo credit: Christopher Saelens

Past and Present Tudor

MLB Design Group

Great craftsmanship brings this renovated kitchen to life. It was an honor to be invited to join the team by Prestige Residential Construction, the general contractor that had completed other work for these homeowners.

Watchung

Thyme & Place Design LLC

Peter Rymwid Photographer The kitchen in this beautiful old home in Montclair was small and dark and unattractive. By using some of the length in the adjoining dining room, the kitchen was expanded to accommodate a small island with seating for 2 and a steam oven. Double panel wall cabinets extend to the ceiling with a large crown molding details which were found in homes of this age. Clean white subway tiles were selected for the backslash with a white and gray glass tile feature for above the Wolf Range. the easy to care for glass is unexpected as marble is many times selected for this detail. The Sub Zero refrigerator was paneled to match the cabinets and integrate into the design. A banquette was designed an built to allow for the maximum seating for this young family. A very small and awkward powder room was relocated to make way for a nicely sized walk in pantry.

Contemporary Kitchen

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown benchtop, subway tile splashback, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

CHEZ CAMILLE A NANTES

Jours & Nuits

Jours & Nuits © 2018 Houzz
Photo of a scandinavian galley separate kitchen in Montpellier with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

Simple yet elegant kitchen renovation

Don Foote Contracting

Pull out corner cabinet a good use of space. Photo by Todd Gieg
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Boston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and grey benchtop.

Fairfield Modern Farmhouse

Karen Berkemeyer Home

Expansive country u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Meadowbrook PA Kitchen New Construction

dezign interiors, llc

This custom, new construction home begged for a timeless yet updated kitchen space. The use of a pantry afforded the homeowner a great deal of accessible, functional storage while maintaining a custom and timeless look.

Damon Woods Tosa

Story Hill Renovations LLC

Complete kitchen renovation. This kitchen features a copper hood, oak hardwood flooring, Cambria Berkely Countertops, Kohler Whitehaven sink, Yorktowne Cabinetry, Delta Cassidy Faucet, Kichler Grand Bank Auburn Chandelier, Amerock Hardware, bathroom floor tile; Seneca Cotto, Backsplash; Pratt and Larsen 3x6 subway and AR5 6x6 over cooktop.... Photos by Ryan Haney Photography

Cucina

DANSK SRL

Isola in marmo Calacatta
Design ideas for a contemporary single-wall kitchen in Florence with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, grey benchtop, marble benchtops and marble splashback.

Columbia Victorian

Bellingham Bay Builders

After many years of careful consideration and planning, these clients came to us with the goal of restoring this home’s original Victorian charm while also increasing its livability and efficiency. From preserving the original built-in cabinetry and fir flooring, to adding a new dormer for the contemporary master bathroom, careful measures were taken to strike this balance between historic preservation and modern upgrading. Behind the home’s new exterior claddings, meticulously designed to preserve its Victorian aesthetic, the shell was air sealed and fitted with a vented rainscreen to increase energy efficiency and durability. With careful attention paid to the relationship between natural light and finished surfaces, the once dark kitchen was re-imagined into a cheerful space that welcomes morning conversation shared over pots of coffee. Every inch of this historical home was thoughtfully considered, prompting countless shared discussions between the home owners and ourselves. The stunning result is a testament to their clear vision and the collaborative nature of this project. Photography by Radley Muller Photography Design by Deborah Todd Building Design Services

Sunnyvale one of a kind colorful resident

Tal Goldstein

This is an example of a transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, blue splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Contemporary Craftsman: Kitchen

Wesley-Wayne Interiors, LLC

A breakfast table attached to the kitchen island offers additional seating and tabletop space. Behind the island, a deep slate blue back wall draws attention to an intricate, multicolored mosaic tile backsplash. Built-in cabinetry and appliances keep the space open and sleek. Design: Wesley-Wayne Interiors Photo: Stephen Karlisch

Custom, Traditional Style Sapele Cabinetry

Castor Inc.

David Sibbitt of Sibbitt Wernert
This is an example of a large transitional kitchen in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands and beige floor.

Crystal Cabinets & Quartz Countertops with Built In Lighting

Stellar Renovations

This kitchen and great room was design by Annette Starkey at Living Environment Design and built by Stellar Renovations. Crystal Cabinets, quartz countertops with a waterfall edge, lots of in-cabinet and under-cabinet lighting, and custom tile contribute to this beautiful space.

Dublin House_ The Ldge Dublin 8

AndzikDublin Photography

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dublin with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, medium hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Maryland: Pleasing Greige Family Room and Kitchen

Miriam Dillon, Barnes Vanze Architects, Inc.

The kitchen aesthetic flows seamlessly into the family room with its cool palette of gray, blue and cream. Backsplash tile by Pratt & Lambert; paint color is Benjamin Moore Horizon; family room paint is Benjamin Moore Grey Owl. Photo by Allen Russ

Los Angeles Traditional

CJS Woodworking & Design

This is an example of a transitional single-wall kitchen pantry in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, white splashback, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

The Dune Road Project

Coastal Cabinet Works

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island 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!