Photo of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Colleton River

Randolph Stewart

Design ideas for a large mediterranean u-shaped kitchen in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, a farmhouse sink, terra-cotta floors and brown benchtop.

Cuesta by the Sea

Estero Builders, Inc.

Sandprints Photograpy
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Luis Obispo with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, metallic splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, a peninsula and red floor.

French Country Style

Giffin & Crane General Contractors, Inc.

Kitchen.
Design ideas for an expansive open plan kitchen in Santa Barbara with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops and terra-cotta floors.

Piedmont Kitchen

Drafting Cafe Architects

When designing this kitchen in Piedmont, our client opted for a clean, open look that combines white cabinets and white marble countertops against terracotta colored floor tiles.

Spanish Bohemian in South Pasadena

Charmean Neithart Interiors

www.erikabiermanphotography.com
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors and with island.

Italian Farmhouse Custom Kitchen Remodel | Santaluz, San Diego, CA

Leanne Michael L U X E lifestyle design

Italian farmhouse custom kitchen complete with hand carved wood details, flush marble island and quartz counter surfaces, faux finish cabinetry, clay ceiling and wall details, wolf, subzero and Miele appliances and custom light fixtures.

Curtis Park Project

House of Brazier

What began as a small, extremely dated kitchen in this 1929 Spanish Casa with an even tinier nook that you could hardly eat in has turned into a gorgeous stunner full of life! We stayed true to the original style of the home and selected materials to complement and update its Spanish aesthetic. Luckily for us, our clients were on board with some color-loving ideas too! The peacock blue cabinets pair beautifully with the patterned tile and let those gorgeous accents shine! We kept the original copper hood and designed a functional kitchen with mixed metals, wire mesh cabinet detail, more counter space and room to entertain! See the before images on https://houseofbrazier.com/2019/02/13/curtis-park-project-reveal/ Photos: Sacrep

Admiral Tudor Kitchen

Distinctive Kitchens

For the Admiral Tudor kitchen, we wanted a rich, textured feel with exquisite detail and carefully considered construction. The end result is one of the most unique, gorgeous and functional kitchens we've ever designed. Photos by Wynne Earle Photography

Hampton Style Family Kitchen & Bathroom

Kellyville Kitchens

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Mid-Century Modern Kitchen

EmV Design Build

Robin Stancliff photo credits. This kitchen had a complete transformation, and now it is beautiful, bright, and much more accessible! To accomplish my goals for this kitchen, I had to completely demolish the walls surrounding the kitchen, only keeping the attractive exposed load bearing posts and the HVAC system in place. I also left the existing pony wall, which I turned into a breakfast area, to keep the electric wiring in place. A challenge that I encountered was that my client wanted to keep the original Saltillo tile that gives her home it’s Southwestern flair, while having an updated kitchen with a mid-century modern aesthetic. Ultimately, the vintage Saltillo tile adds a lot of character and interest to the new kitchen design. To keep things clean and minimal, all of the countertops are easy-to-clean white quartz. Since most of the cooking will be done on the new induction stove in the breakfast area, I added a uniquely textured three-dimensional backsplash to give a more decorative feel. Since my client wanted the kitchen to be disability compliant, we put the microwave underneath the counter for easy access and added ample storage space beneath the counters rather than up high. With a full view of the surrounding rooms, this new kitchen layout feels very open and accessible. The crisp white cabinets and wall color is accented by a grey island and updated lighting throughout. Now, my client has a kitchen that feels open and easy to maintain while being safe and useful for people with disabilities.

The Mill House Kitchen

deVOL Kitchens

Design ideas for a traditional eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and brown floor.

Recent Work

Bistany Design®

Photo of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Charlotte with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, multiple islands and beige floor.

Puttenham Traditional Shaker Kitchen

Higham Furniture

This kitchen had a small alcove at the back of the space as you walk through to the rest of the house and we came up with this clever breakfast and coffee station. This allows the family to make their coffee and not be in anyone's way in the kitchen. And with a large coffee machine like this, it does not take up any precious worktop space in the main kitchen area. The tongue & groove back panel adds a traditional touch whilst the single spotlight lights up an otherwise dark alcove.

Waypoint Cabinets Products

Kitchens and Baths, LLC

Photo of a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Milwaukee with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, matchstick tile splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and a farmhouse sink.

Territorial Update - Kitchen

Ernesto Garcia Interior Design, LLC

Cream color milk paint clads the upper cabinets while the lower ones showcase dark brown sandblasted rift oak. Aged bronze vintage style hardware adds a stroke of nostalgia.

Design Ideas by Crestwood

Crestwood, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Wichita with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and red floor.

Vineyard View Home

John Fuchs Construction

Kate Falconer Photography
Photo of a large eclectic eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an integrated sink, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and shaker cabinets.

Charlestown

Timeless Kitchen Cabinetry

Betsy Barron Fine Art Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, red floor and white benchtop.

Munro Park

Two Birds Design

We updated the existing kitchen and reconfigured the appliances to maximize the function of the small kitchen. We installed a lower, eat in bar on the opposite side of the peninsula.

Kitchen with Shaker Cabinets and Terra-cotta 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!