Chandler Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized country kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, red cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

The Hill Residence

McKeithan Design Studio, LLC

The Hill Kitchen is a one of a kind space. This was one of my first jobs I worked on in Nashville, TN. The Client just fired her cabinet guy and gave me a call out of the blue to ask if I can design and build her kitchen. Well, I like to think it was a match made in heaven. The Hill's Property was out in the country and she wanted a country kitchen with a twist. All the upper cabinets were pretty much built on-site. The 150 year old barn wood was stubborn with a mind of it's own. All the red, black glaze, lower cabinets were built at our shop. All the joints for the upper cabinets were joint together using box and finger joints. To top it all off we left as much patine as we could on the upper cabinets and topped it off with layers of wax on top of wax. The island was also a unique piece in itself with a traditional white with brown glaze the island is just another added feature. What makes this kitchen is all the details such as the collection of dishes, baskets and stuff. It's almost as if we built the kitchen around the collection. Photo by Kurt McKeithan

Our Work

Cook Building Center

Design ideas for a mid-sized country single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, red cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Fabulous projects I've done

Bison Custom Cabinetry

A custom paint color on the island, duplicated in other areas of the house, add design flair and continuity to this fabulous house.
Inspiration for a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with raised-panel cabinets, red cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback and with island.

Elegance in Lake Wenatchee

Timberwood Construction Inc.

Design ideas for a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, red cabinets, soapstone benchtops, panelled appliances, bamboo floors, with island, beige floor, brown splashback and stone tile splashback.

Transitional Kitchen with Red Island

User

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, red cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Panabode Cottage Renovation

User

Photo of a country galley open plan kitchen in Toronto with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, red cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

The Fishdancer Home #1

Southern Coastal Homes

Inspiration for a traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, red cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Healey Residence

Shift Architects

Shift-Architect, Telluride Co
This is an example of a large country u-shaped kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, red cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and stone tile splashback.

Red Kitchen

Expressions...Of You

Do you LOVE red?! Stainless steel appliances against this red cabinetry is simply striking. Add madura gold granite counter tops and neutral tumbled marble backsplash and you've got a kitchen you love to work in. Glass paneled cabinet doors allows display of lovely varieties of stemware.

Brown Ranch

Studio 133

David O Marlow
Large country l-shaped separate kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, red cabinets, onyx benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Traditional Kitchen w/ Dark Cabinets - Pikesville, MD

SD Kitchens

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Baltimore with beaded inset cabinets, red cabinets, quartz benchtops, with island, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink and porcelain floors.

Rubicon Remodel Rift cut white oak

Detail Woodworks

Large arts and crafts l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, red cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Red Painted Kitchen

Red Pepper Design & Cabinetry

Even interior designers need help when it comes to designing kitchen cabinetry. Lauren of Lauren Maggio Interiors solicited the help of RED PEPPER for layout and cabinetry design while she selected all of the finishes. New Orleans classicism and modern color combine to create a warm family space. The kitchen, banquette and dinner table and family room are all one space so cabinets were made to look like furniture. The space must function for a young family of six, which it does, and must hide countertop appliances (behind the doors on the left) and be compatable with entertaining in the large open room. A butler's pantry and scheduling desk connect the kitchen to the dining room.

IRIDE

BKT LOFT Italian Kitchen Cabinets in San Diego

An extremely contemporary offer, which conceals the culture and flavour of tradition. Every kitchen is a system providing functions which it is able to satisfy. A suitable space is needed for each of these. Selecting with care allows you to organise the kitchen perfectly according to individual style, to enjoy a kitchen with the very best in terms of USER-FRIENDLINESS.

Contemporary Red Hot Kitchen

Kristin Lam Interiors

This kitchen was designed for a woman who wanted some pizazz. The red laquered cabinets are finished with a high gloss car paint to achieve this look. Oooo lah lah! Custom designed and cut fossil stone back splash with stainless steel bar liner inserts for added dimension and texture. The low voltage halogen lights are LBL tube lights. They are adjustable and cut on site to the necessary length. The floor is stained concrete. We used three different shades to achieve this soft blended look. The rug is Turkish.

Farmhouse Kitchen in Highland, MI

Dream Kitchens

Inspiration for a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen

Rhonda Knoche Design

The new multi-level island shields the view from all 3 sides (entry door, family room and nook). The corner sink was removed and patio door moved out of the nook area, allowing for a window seat area or "soft space".

Cedar Heights

Plush Designs Kitchen & Bath

Designer: Mark plush Photos by: Doug Niedermiller Photography
Photo of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, red cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Brasada Ranch Lot 192

Cascade Builders & Associates Inc.

Chandler Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized country u-shaped kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, red cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen with Red Cabinets and Stone Tile 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!