Kitchen & Dining space renovation in SW17. A traditional kitchen painted in Little Greene Company - Sage Green and complemented with gorgeous Antique Bronze accents.

Home on the Plains - Magnolia Journal Feature Project

Kelsey Leigh Design Co.

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Oklahoma City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and black benchtop.

Church Rd Project

Jess Hunter Interior Design

This 90's home received a complete transformation. A renovation on a tight timeframe meant we used our designer tricks to create a home that looks and feels completely different while keeping construction to a bare minimum. This beautiful Dulux 'Currency Creek' kitchen was custom made to fit the original kitchen layout. Opening the space up by adding glass steel framed doors and a double sided Mt Blanc fireplace allowed natural light to flood through.

Church Rd Project

Jess Hunter Interior Design

Modern Nostalgia Remodel

Kimball Modern Design + Interiors

This is an example of a transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and brown floor.

Wimbledon Modern Shaker Kitchen

Brayer Design

Hand-painted pale green modern shaker kitchen pantry with modern rectangular recessed handles. Photography by Nick Smith
Design ideas for a large transitional single-wall open plan kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and white benchtop.

Hand-painted Shaker Kitchen

Tom Howley

Tom Howley have taken the hand-painted shaker kitchen and re-invented it for the modern home. Designed to be different, and built by hand using only the finest materials, this shaker kitchen can be made to suit your exact requirements; from bespoke cabinetry, quartz island and co-ordinating curved seating, to an exclusive selection of paint colours, every inch is testament to Tom Howley’s commitment to quality.

Fairmont District Kitchen Remodel

Urbanology Designs

Photo of a small transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Dallas with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, white splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Transitional Kitchen

Khoury Design

This transitional kitchen feature green base cabinet and white wall cabinets. The island provide waterfall countertop.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sacramento with an undermount sink, green cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops, porcelain splashback and white benchtop.

Historic Grapevine Ranch

Folkway Design & Wares Co.

Photos By: Jen Burner
Design ideas for a small eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, a peninsula and grey benchtop.

Whimsical Cottage Complete Renovation

Woodstock Cabinet Company

Small transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

GOYA 66

Nordic Standard

Efecto Niepce
Inspiration for a contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Madrid with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Neptune Henley Kitchen kent

Woods of London ltd

chris snook
Mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Kent with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, metal splashback, linoleum floors, a peninsula, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances and brown floor.

Kitchens

Supan Builders

Inspiration for a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Sellwood Remodel

The Jack + Mare | Portland Design & Build

Compost Drawer. The Jack + Mare designed and built this custom kitchen and dining remodel for a family in Portland's Sellwood Westmoreland Neighborhood. The wall between the kitchen and dining room was removed to create an inviting and flowing space with custom details in all directions. The custom maple dining table was locally milled and crafted from a tree that had previously fallen in Portland's Laurelhurst neighborhood; and the built-in L-shaped maple banquette provides unique comfortable seating with drawer storage beneath. The integrated kitchen and dining room has become the social hub of the house – the table can comfortably sit up to 10 people! Being that the kitchen is visible from the dining room, the refrigerator and dishwasher are hidden behind cabinet door fronts that seamlessly tie-in with the surrounding cabinetry creating a warm and inviting space. The end result is a highly functional kitchen for the chef and a comfortable and practical space for family and friends. Details: custom cabinets (designed by The J+M) with shaker door fronts, a baker's pantry, built-in banquette with integrated storage, custom local silver maple table, solid oak flooring to match original 1925 flooring, white ceramic tile backsplash, new lighting plan featuring a Cedar + Moss pendant, all L.E.D. can lights, Carrara marble countertops, new larger windows to bring in more natural light and new trim. The combined kitchen and dining room is 281 Square feet. Photos by: Jason Quigley Photography

Wayne, Pennsylvania

Barbara Gisel Design

Traditional separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, terra-cotta floors, red floor and wood benchtops.

Updated Antique Shingle Style Summer Home

Benson Interiors, Inc.

Photo by Greg Premru Cabinet Design, Architect Tom Catalano
Photo of a large beach style u-shaped separate kitchen in Boston with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, with island, solid surface benchtops, linoleum floors and grey floor.

Williams House

Bon Atelier Limited

Photo by deVol Kitchens
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, stone slab splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Mount Airy

Pillar & Peacock

Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic separate kitchen in Richmond with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, brick floors and red floor.

A Country Style Galley Kitchen By Burlanes

burlanes interiors

As part of a renovation of their 1930's town house, the homeowners commissioned Burlanes to design, create and install a country style galley kitchen, for contemporary living.

Kitchen with Shaker Cabinets and Green 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!