Small modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, a peninsula and grey floor.

Warm Transitional Kitchen

Designer's Edge Kitchen & Bath

The remodel took traffic flow and appliance placement into consideration. The refrigerator was relocated to an area closer to the sink and out of the flow of traffic. Recessed lighting and under-cabinet lighting now flood the kitchen with warm light. The closet pantry and a half wall between the family room and kitchen were removed and a peninsular with seating area was added to provide a large work surface, storage on both sides and shelving with baskets to store homework, craft items and books. Opening this area up provided a welcoming spot for friends and family to gather when entertaining. The microwave was placed at a height that was safe and convenient for the whole family. Cabinets taken to the ceiling, large drawers, pantry roll-outs and a corner lazy susan have helped make this kitchen a pleasure to gather as a family.

Coastal Kitchen Remodel | West Jordan, Utah

Dwellify

After living in this home for six years, this family decided it was time to upgrade their kitchen. With three young, but growing boys, the home was in need of a more functional layout, additional countertop space, and lots more storage. The result?... A kitchen that will be the heart of their home for years to come.

White Vintage Modern Kitchen

Karen Berkemeyer Home

Photo of a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Past Work

Hollander Home Style

Inspiration for a modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Indianapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island and white benchtop.

Gale-Rew Spec/Chamna

Gale Rew Construction, Inc.

Photos by Becky Pospical
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Open Concept Kitchen - Gray Quartz Countertops - Issaquah WA

Dream Home Construction

Kitchen remodeling part of a complete home remodel - all walls in living room and old kitchen removed, ceiling raised for an open concept design, kitchen includes white shaker cabinet with gray quartz counter tops and glass tile backsplash, all stock items which was making the work expedited and kept the client on budget. also featuring large windows and doors To maximize backyard view.

Transitional Kitchen

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional kitchen with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Naturally Beautiful

Palazzo Kitchens & Appliances

This kitchen space is a natural beauty, that captures the eligance of the home and the family. The shaker doors style is the perfect blend of both character, and contemporary - the door style lends itself towards a timeless character, while the sleek gloss lacquer offer the contemporary aspect. The contrast is also demonstrates the 2 bench styles - the character of the timber style bench, and the stunning white acrylic bench top. The kitchen offers a HUGE amount of storage - an essential aspect of any kitchen design, and some thing that Palazzo holds in the highest regards. This kitchen offers both draws and cupboards - each offering a specific type of storage solutions. This kitchen was a delight to design and install, and we're please to part of the journey with this family.

Modern Ranch

Odenwald Construction Company

Adding some fun to the kitchen while keeping it elegant we chose classic materials and used them in a bold way. The cabinet doors are all a magnum shaker with brushed brass hardware. We chose a light grey for the exterior cabinets and a deep blue grey for the island. The hand made 2x8 black subway tiles add to the drama of the kitchen. Appliances include a 36" commercial style American Range stove, chimney style hood and Liebherr Refridgerator. The owner, being a baker, has a full bakers pantry with additional double ovens, full size sink and full size refrigerator. The island counter top is Carerra Marble with Absolute Black Honed Granite on the outer cabinets. Other features include a composite granite sink with a commercial style faucet, built in wine storage, slide out spice rack and frosted glass cabinets.

Avalon NJ

Stephanie Kraus Designs, LLC

White beach kitchen with lots of texture and open shelving in Avalon, NJ
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, no island and grey floor.

Beauport

Unique Homestays

Photo of a small beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Devon with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, laminate floors and beige floor.

Yellow Range- Coastal Renovation

Design Studio West

The yellow Bertazzoni range was the focal point of the kitchen, but we accentuated it with soft white and royal blue cabinets, rich walnut wood counters combined with Dekton. The result was a welcoming and fresh space.

Grey Kitchen

C K Cabinetry and Design, LLC

Photography by Jeffrey Volker
Photo of a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island and laminate floors.

Eclectic Mid-Century Farmhouse Ranch

HERMOGENO DESIGNS

The heart of the project was the remodel of the kitchen which saw the biggest change. We removed 3 walls to create an open floor plan so we could fit a 7' island and the new dining area. We decided to mix blue and white shaker cabinets together with a boho backsplash.

Grovertown, IN. BaileyTown Select, Open Concept Maple Kitchen

Bailey's Cabinets

Cabinet Brand: BaileyTown Select Wood Species: Maple Cabinet Finish: Limestone Door Style: Georgetown Counter tops: Laminate, Amore edge, Dolce Vita color

Clarissa Project

Andrew Heiser

Photo of a large industrial u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, red splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Farmhouse kitchen with wood counter tops

JB Adaptations

Aimee Clark
Expansive country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cincinnati with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Oceans Reach beach getaway

O'Neil Industries Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Kitchen Remodel - West Boylston

Jessie Taylor - Mid-State Kitchens

Mid-sized country l-shaped separate kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors and with island.

Kitchen with Shaker Cabinets and Laminate Floors 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!