This is an example of a large transitional open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and beige floor.

Spanish Charm Remodel

E. Interiors

Megan Papworth
Mid-sized country galley eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

The Double-barreled Shotgun

Carl Mattison Design

the kitchen
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Fort Lauderdale

Total Window, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional kitchen in Miami with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Wicker Park Townhouse (2046 W Willow)

123 Remodeling Inc.

We expanded the kitchen into an L-shaped layout with a new, smaller island. Custom white shaker cabinets with glass inserts on upper cabinets (which are now ceiling height). All new stainless steel appliances (except the fridge which was repurposed). Industrial pendant lights over the island are supplemented by recessed overhead lights and under-cabinet lights. Expansive pantry/display closet built into the dining area. The microwave was moved to the island to save space and create a more streamlined cabinet span. The flooring is 5’ white oak planks. Backsplash throughout the entire kitchen, which ceramic subway in a herringbone layout. Separate cooktop and oven, the cooktop is gas and the oven is electric. White quartz countertop, matching the surround of the fireplace in the adjacent living room. The island has electrical outlets and a switch for the kitchen lights. Although the new island is about half the size of the original, additional seating has been added. The new L-shape with the peninsula creates a passthrough with seating for entertaining. You can find more information about 123 Remodeling and schedule a free onsite estimate on our website: https://123remodeling.com/

Calacatta Classique Quartz Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

Granite Division Inc.

Design ideas for a large transitional kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, light hardwood floors and grey floor.

Portland Ave.

Ohana Home & Design

This 1800's Minneapolis kitchen needed to be updated! The homeowners were looking to preserve the integrity of the home and the era that it was built in, yet make it current and more functional for their family. We removed the dropped header and replaced it with a hidden header, reduced the size of the back of the fireplace, which faces the formal dining room, and took down all the yellow toile wallpaper and red paint. There was a bathroom where the new back entry comes into the dinette area, this was moved to the other side of the room to make the kitchen area more spacious. The woodwork in this house is truly a work of art, so the cabinets had to co-exist and work well with the existing. The cabinets are quartersawn oak and are shaker doors and drawers. The casing on the doors and windows differed depending on the area you were in, so we created custom moldings to recreate the gorgeous casing that existed on the kitchen windows and door. We used Cambria for the countertops and a gorgeous marble tile for the backsplash. What a beautiful kitchen! SpaceCrafting

New Home - Wise

Mauk Cabinets by Design

We have a stunning new home project. This home uses Marsh Furniture cabinets through out the home to create a very modern farmhouse look. Clean whites and rich espresso stains are found all through the home to create a clean look while still providing some contrast with the dark espresso stain. Designer: Aaron Mauk

Kai Malu Wailea Maui

Debbie Mooers, Freestyle Designs

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Hawaii with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula.

Hengstler

Strohmaier Construction

Alicia Hauff Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Pisula Residence

Cabinet Genies, Inc.

This distinctly modern home has been fully remodeled from top to bottom. The new kitchen has received Bellmont Cabinets (one of our premium cabinet lines) in an espresso finish and Index Door Style on Alder wood. You will also see aluminum frame doors that accent the kitchen with a modern flair. The cabinets are topped with Cambria Quartz - Torquay, achieving a clean contrast bewteen the cabinets and the flooring. You will also notice a very unique beverage center that includes floating shelevs, LED undershelf lighting and a beautiful tile backsplash that blends perfectly. Thank you Mr. and Mrs. Pisula for the business!

Contemporary gray and white kitchen

Studio KNOX

Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and grey floor.

Indigo Run - Island Paradise

StoneWorks, Inc.

Close up view of the kitchen island finished with Viatera Minuet Quartz. The island has a 3" mitered edge detail for more depth in the look.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Charleston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, brown floor, grey splashback and quartz benchtops.

Polka

Gabor + Allen, inc.

photo by: David Young-Wolff
Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Rustic Cottage Kitchen & Boathouse

Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.

Photo of a country l-shaped separate kitchen in Toronto with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and orange floor.

Santa Barbara Estate

Eppright Homes, LLC

Custom Santa Barbara Estate. Great location in Spanish Oaks at hilltop across the street from neighborhood hilltop park! Huge flat backyard with plenty of room for OPTIONAL pool - see photos for plan. Great views, separate access from outside to guest suite. Built by Eppright homes, LLC, HBA of Greater Austin's 2016 Custom Builder of the Year.

Number 2, Spello | 60 sqm

Turn Key Italia

Number 2, Spello. photo Michele Garramone
Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean single-wall separate kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, porcelain splashback, coloured appliances and terra-cotta floors.

Bellagio Kitchen and Breakfast Nook

Turnstyle Design

Twist Tours
Design ideas for an expansive mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, grey floor and white benchtop.

A Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired Kitchen

RJK Construction Inc

This craftsman kitchen borrows natural elements from architect and design icon, Frank Lloyd Wright. A slate backsplash, soapstone counters, and wood cabinetry is a perfect throwback to midcentury design. What ties this kitchen to present day design are elements such as stainless steel appliances and smart and hidden storage. This kitchen takes advantage of every nook and cranny to provide extra storage for pantry items and cookware.

Transitional in Chula Vista

Charco DESIGN & BUILD Inc.

Martin Mann
Inspiration for a large transitional galley kitchen pantry in San Diego with shaker cabinets.

Kitchen with Shaker 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!