Custom home by Parkinson Building Group in Little Rock, AR.
This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Little Rock with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen, Study & Living Room Expansion in Hillsborough

Christian Huebner Interiors, Inc.

This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Harrogate

The Main Company

Photo Credits: Sean Knott
Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, granite benchtops, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Purple Passion

Rhonda Knoche Design

Cabin 40 Images
Inspiration for a large eclectic galley eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, solid surface benchtops, orange splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Bold Orange Backsplash

Susan Jablon

Beautiful bright orange subway tile makes a statement in this modern kitchen. Cabinets in two different colors with stainless steel appliances are given a finished look with bold orange glass mosaic tiles. The tiles are set vertically for a unique twist.

Bold Orange Backsplash

Susan Jablon

Kitchen Remodel

Nicky Percival Limited

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Kent with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, yellow benchtop and exposed beam.

Modern Family Shaker Kitchen

Tom Howley

In creating this Butler kitchen design, we focused on shaping a space that transcends mere functionality - a place enriched with layers of personality, fostering authentic togetherness and comfort. The palette, a blend of our popular neutral, Tansy and our deep purple hue, Stormy Sky, coupled with Antrim polished nickel handles and Caesarstone Bianco Drift worktops, achieves a seamless fusion of timeless charm and modern allure. At the core of this beautiful Butler kitchen is a spacious island with a uniquely curved seating area, inviting conversations and shared moments. Emphasising practicality, we've ensured a metre of clearance on all sides, balancing functionality and aesthetics. Integrated appliances, discrete bins, and a sink enhance organisation, while the island's Stormy Sky purple hue adds depth and intrigue. It's a space where every detail serves both purpose and style.

42" Tall Wall Cabinets Kitchen

Forged Builds

The Island here was a nice touch for what was a very small kitchen that did not have a lot of storage space
Inspiration for a small modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, with island and white benchtop.

Barn Conversion - Contemporary Refurb

Jamie Hempsall Ltd

Richard Bond
Large transitional galley open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

A tantalizing transformation

Infinity Construction, llc.

Perfection
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Contemporary Custom Home

Parkinson Building Group

Custom home by Parkinson Building Group in Little Rock, AR.
Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Little Rock with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Colorful Coffee Bar

Shore & Country Kitchens

We created a custom color match for our client, which resulted in this stunning vibrant bar area.
Transitional kitchen in New York with shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback and white benchtop.

Kitchens

New Style Cabinets

Design ideas for a large transitional single-wall separate kitchen in Chicago with shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, with island, an undermount sink, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances and grey floor.

East York Bungalow Dark Lilac Custom Home

Cedarstone Renovations Improvements Inc.

Mid-sized modern eat-in kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Lovely Lavender Custom Kitchen

McGuire + Co. Kitchen & Bath

Kitchen remodel with custom color lavender island and perimeter cabinets in gray-white, quartz countertops, ceramic fan mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel apron front sink, and white oak wood floors.

Contemporary painted & oak kitchen

The Secret Drawer

Nicholas Yarsley
This is an example of a large contemporary eat-in kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen Remodel

Nicky Percival Limited

Mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Kent with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Perthshire Kitchen

Peden & Pringle Ltd

Douglas Gibb
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, granite benchtops, metallic splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, grey floor and green benchtop.

Contemporary painted & oak kitchen

The Secret Drawer

Nicholas Yarsley
Design ideas for a large contemporary eat-in kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Shaker Cabinets and Purple 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!