This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Collaroy Kitchen

Northern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms

This is an example of a large beach style l-shaped kitchen pantry in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Horseshoe Loop

Schweitzer Design & Build, Inc.

This is an example of an expansive country l-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Horseshoe Loop

Corvallis Custom Kitchens & Baths

This is an example of an expansive country l-shaped kitchen pantry in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

The Kitchen features a panel-ready 36" Bertazzoni Fridge

The Renowned Group

The Kitchen features an open layout featuring a panel-ready 36" Bertazzoni Fridge with a Left Hinge. The floating shelves and Custom Kitchen Cabinets are from Renowned Cabinetry. Moen Chrome Pulldown Kitchen Faucet. The Kitchen floor is Daltile-Ambassador tile. The countertop surfaces are from Cambria. Cambria Swanbridge™ from their Marble Collection

Retro Kitchen Renovation

New Leaf Collaborative Architecture & Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, coloured appliances, vinyl floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Rich Transitional Kitchen Refresh

Paramount Kitchen & Bath

Plenty of light in this kitchen remodel by Angie! Paired with the rich, transitional cabinets the MSI Cashmere Carrarra countertops, light natural stone backsplash and white walls make this kitchen remodel feel incredibly open and airy. Large stainless pulls blend well with the appliances and don't distract from the overall beauty of the space. The Dura Supreme stained Cherry Hazelnut finish on a wide modified shaker door and drawer front creates a transitional feel when paired with the other muted selections that really let the cabinetry shine! Schedule a free consultation with one of our designers today: https://paramount-kitchens.com/

Mason, Ohio Kitchen Remodel

Siegel Design Center

Cabinetry: Waypoint Living Spaces 650S Maple Truffle Countertops: LG Viatera Aria Backsplash: Florida Tile Streamline 4x16 Matte Buff Grout Color: 928 Praline Cabinet Hardware: Liberty Hardware Sophisticates - Satin Nickel Kitchen Faucet: Moen Arbor SRS Flooring: IVC US Embellish LVP - Highland Hickory 56932

Mediterráneo Cocina

Inspiration for a mid-sized mediterranean eat-in kitchen in Barcelona with stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, white splashback, ceramic floors, multi-coloured floor, a farmhouse sink and shaker cabinets.

Sunny Yellow Retro Kitchen

Margie Grace - Grace Design Associates

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped kitchen in Santa Barbara with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white appliances, linoleum floors, a double-bowl sink, with island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Victorian property in East London

JLV Design Ltd

Changing the floor tiles made the kitchen looks so much bigger.
Design ideas for a mid-sized galley separate kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, multiple islands, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Bullevard St. Addition

Schweitzer Design & Build, Inc.

This is an example of a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtop and vaulted.

Kitchen renovation in Escondido 2020

Olivenhain Design, LLC

This transitional kitchen turned out beautifully. From the stunning hunter green island cabinetry to the custom glass globe pendant lights, this kitchen was transformed completely into a bright, elegant, and functional space.

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

Beachy Boheme Interiors

This modern farmhouse kitchen remodel in Leucadia features a combination of gray lower cabinets and white uppers with brass hardware and pendant lights. White oak floating shelves and leather counter stools add warmth and texture to the space. We used matte black fixtures to compliment the windows and tied them in with the wall sconces.

Sanchez Kitchen

Poulin Design Center

Poulin Design Center
Large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Albuquerque with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, no island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Southlake Farmhouse

Designs by Dana, LLC

Country l-shaped kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, red cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and multi-coloured floor.

Small, Transitional Farmhouse Kitchen in Upstate NY

Inde Kitchen Remodelers

Showplace Wood Product Cabinets in Paint Grade Soft Cream Vintage Finishes.
Small country u-shaped kitchen pantry in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and multi-coloured floor.

Mediterranean Kitchen

Design ideas for a large mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances, shaker cabinets, beige splashback, brick splashback, terra-cotta floors, with island and multi-coloured floor.

Southlake

Prada Interiors, LLC

Prada Interiors, LLC Bar area view of stainless-steel refrigerator, wooden shelves and entry
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Haymarket, Kitchen design

Amy Shirlaw Interiors

A fun, small but perfectly formed kitchen with discrete but ample storage. The decor is traditional meets pop art, with cost effective and complementary textures on the surfaces.

Kitchen with Shaker Cabinets and Multi-Coloured 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!