Allentown, Pa New Build Pennsylvania Custom Farmhouse and Barn

Design ideas for a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and grey benchtop.

Brookline

Lisa Davis Interiors

Custom Made Shaker/ Contemporary Built-In Wall Storage System
Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped kitchen pantry in Boston with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, black benchtop, an undermount sink, red splashback, brick splashback, slate floors and multi-coloured floor.

Industrial Bachelor Pad

Nina Williams Interiors

Small industrial l-shaped kitchen in Miami with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, with island, red splashback, brick splashback, light hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

New Home in Orefield

Laslo Custom Kitchens, Inc.

Perimeter Hardware Paint Island - Rift White Oak Wood Driftwood Dark Stain
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, white benchtop, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, red splashback, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Rustic Kitchen

Photo of a country u-shaped kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Timeless Transitional Kitchen

DesignAnts LLC

Galley Kitchen designed with Timeless and Classic Shaker Cherry Cabinets with Stainless Steel Appliances and Hood, Under-Mount Stainless Steel Sink, Honed Black Granite Countertop, Natural Brick Backsplash, Brushed Nickel Cabinet Hardware, Neutral Porcelain Tile Floor, Pendant Lighting, Built-In Upholstered Bench Seating, Artwork, Accessories. Mudroom, Laundry Room, and Pantry are combined.

Treasure Island Residence

ZaZood

Brandi Image Photography
Photo of a large beach style u-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, red splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, a peninsula and black floor.

The Little Park

User

Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

A Spicy Kitchen

Silver Fish Design

Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, red splashback and bamboo floors.

Kitchen Addition and Remodel

Outdoor Craftsmen, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Raleigh with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

McCollum Kitchen

Bryan Construction, Cabinetry & Woodwork, Inc.

z.yannarella Handcrafted Custom Kitchen
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen Expansion

Tenhulzen Residential

Layout to improve form and function with goal of entertaining and raising 3 children.
Large traditional u-shaped kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, soapstone benchtops, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, red splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Clarissa Project

Andrew Heiser

Design ideas for a large industrial l-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.

Byrom Preserve Home

Set To Sell, LLC

Country kitchen in Birmingham with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, red splashback, brick splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

South Ridge Crossing

Stockard Homes, Inc.

Inspiration for a large industrial l-shaped kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, red splashback, brick splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Emerald Bay

Wright Design

Influenced by English Cotswold and French country architecture, this eclectic European lake home showcases a predominantly stone exterior paired with a cedar shingle roof. Interior features like wide-plank oak floors, plaster walls, custom iron windows in the kitchen and great room and a custom limestone fireplace create old world charm. An open floor plan and generous use of glass allow for views from nearly every space and create a connection to the gardens and abundant outdoor living space. Kevin Meechan / Meechan Architectural Photography

Farmhouse Kitchen

Country single-wall kitchen in Houston with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, red splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island and wood benchtops.

New Home in Orefield

Laslo Custom Kitchens, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

DÚPLEX EL FARRÓ

The Room Studio

Proyecto realizado por Meritxell Ribé - The Room Studio Construcción: The Room Work Fotografías: Mauricio Fuertes
This is an example of a large contemporary single-wall separate kitchen in Barcelona with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, ceramic floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and red splashback.

Ranch Style Conversion

Reef Design Build

Connie White
This is an example of a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen with Shaker Cabinets and Red Splashback 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!