This is an example of an expansive traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and red floor.

Paradise Ridge Luxury Townhouse

Marracar Design

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, red floor, white benchtop and grey cabinets.

The Dairy Barn

Ford, Powell & Carson Architects & Planners, Inc.

Other historic traces remain such as the feeding trough, now converted into bench seating. However, the renovation includes many updates as well. A dual toned herringbone Endicott brick floor replaces the slab floor formerly sloped for drainage.

Modern Kitchen Farmhouse

DM Deco Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, red floor, grey benchtop, shaker cabinets, white splashback and timber splashback.

Pierce Residence

Reyner Construction, LLC

This project was a complete update of kitchen with new walk in pantry, butler's pantry, full length island, 48" gas range, custom built design cabinet doors and full height china cabinet. Old heart pine flooring installed for flooring to tie kitchen together with the rest of the house. Countertops installed were forza quartz, quartzite, and butcher block material.

Airy Kitchen Update

Lacy Keller Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, red floor and white benchtop.

Emile Zola 2

Olivia de Revel // 02R architecte d'intérieur

This is an example of a small traditional single-wall separate kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island and red floor.

Bright and quaint Kitchen

Cranberry Hill Kitchens

Design ideas for a small transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, white appliances, terrazzo floors, no island, red floor, white benchtop and mosaic tile splashback.

Magnolia Ridge Kitchen

Before and After Builders, Inc.

Quartz countertop, flat panel doors and drawer fronts, Jeffery Alexander Sutton cabinet hardware!
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, a peninsula, red floor and white benchtop.

Rosswood

Tomlinson Kitchen and Bath

Tomlinson Kitchen and Bath
Mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, no island and red floor.

Coatesville Farmhouse

Rittenhouse Builders

This is an example of a large country eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, red floor, exposed beam, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets and white benchtop.

Farmhouse Kitchen

Bryan Construction, Cabinetry & Woodwork, Inc.

Design ideas for a large country l-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, brick floors, with island and red floor.

Contemporary Cottage on Dupont

Destiny Homes

Photographer: Chuck Korpi
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, red floor, white benchtop and an undermount sink.

Modern Kitchen Farmhouse

DM Deco Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, red floor, grey benchtop, white splashback and timber splashback.

Coatesville Farmhouse

Rittenhouse Builders

Photo of a country eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, grey cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, coloured appliances, brick floors, with island, red floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

50's ITALIAN LAKE HOUSE

Tommaso Giunchi Architetti

Cucina di Cesar Cucine; basi in laccato effetto oro, piano e paraspruzzi zona lavabo in pietra breccia imperiale; penili e colonne in fenix grigio; paraspruzzi in vetro retro-verniciato grigio. Pavimento in resina rosso bordeaux. Piano cottura induzione Bora con cappa integrata. Gli angoli delle basi sono stati personalizzati con 3arrotondamenti. Zoccolino ribassato a 6 cm.

Grand 2 pièces en location meublée

Un air de déco

Le carrelage effet ancien et vieilli apporte du caractère à la cuisine, dans la continuité du reste de l'appartement (poutres, tomettes, portes anciennes...)

Bespoke Kitchen and Utility Room

Chamber Furniture

This bespoke kitchen and utility room project features solid oak units finished in Little Green Paint Company's Lead Colour (117) and a tiled floor. Range and sink run in honed granite. Nero Absolute Granite worktops throughout and kitchen island on tall legs.

Квартира ИСКРА

Студия дизайна Анны Присяжнюк «ЙОХ architects»

Contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island, red floor, grey benchtop and stone slab splashback.

Appartamento in centro storico a Formello

Cristina Bisà

Servizio fotografico per Gaia Rodolico Interior Design. Foto: Cristina Bisà
This is an example of a mid-sized country u-shaped kitchen in Rome with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, red splashback, ceramic floors, a peninsula and red floor.

Kitchen with Grey Cabinets and Red Floor 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!