Photo of a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, white benchtop, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Remodel in Niceville (3)

Randy Wise Homes Inc

This home in Niceville received a whole home renovation. The exterior was updated with a faux window added to the second story to create continuity, Inside, the ceilings were raised, a wall was removed to open the foyer, the kitchen was moved to take advantage of the waterfront views and fireplaces removed from either end of the living area.

COCKPIT

有限会社ミサオケンチクラボ

外観は、黒いBOXの手前にと木の壁を配したような構成としています。木製ドアを開けると広々とした玄関。正面には坪庭、右側には大きなシュークロゼット。リビングダイニングルームは、大開口で屋外デッキとつながっているため、実際よりも広く感じられます。 100㎡以下のコンパクトな空間ですが、廊下などの移動空間を省略することで、リビングダイニングが少しでも広くなるようプランニングしています。屋外デッキは、高い塀で外部からの視線をカットすることでプライバシーを確保しているため、のんびりくつろぐことができます。家の名前にもなった『COCKPIT』と呼ばれる操縦席のような部屋は、いったん入ると出たくなくなる、超コンパクト空間です。リビングの一角に設けたスタディコーナー、コンパクトな家事動線などを工夫しました。

Classy Farmhouse

Atlantic Designs

Large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland Maine with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

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株式会社kotori

家族で調理を楽しめるように、製作キッチンはペニンシュラ型のオープンカウンターとしました。背面の食器棚は製作家具とし、ダイニングまで延長することで大きな収納量を確保しています。
Photo of a large asian single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, an integrated sink, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, white appliances, a peninsula, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Townhouse Renovation, Asheville, NC

Mason Elliott Designs

This was a very traditional townhouse built in the seventies with the kitchen, dining room, living room and hallway separated by walls. With a willing homeowner, talented craftsmen, and a vision this space was created.

Farm House

Carey's Custom Woodworking, Inc

Farmhouse kitchen with stained and painted custom cabinetry. Beauftiful large island, custom wood range hood, and floating shelves.
Photo of an expansive country u-shaped kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Rudgewick

CALIBER Remodeling & Construction

The client originally wanted a kitchen makeover and as we progressed further into the project, requested a more significant remodel. In addition to the kitchen and details, we installed about half of the porcelain tile, wood pattern, flooring downstairs. More custom details were added to the project, a new pantry with a countertop used for making coffee and usage of other small appliances, a custom bar area wine rack cabinet and countertops along with a beverage refrigerator, laundry cabinets and folding station with countertop, and a custom banquette in the breakfast area. The Client wanted Shiplap as a backsplash in the kitchen which made for very clean lines and adding to a more open kitchen space. Lighting details were also added in the kitchen (above and under cabinet), pantry, laundry, back entry, and powder room.

Modern Kitchen Boasting Open Shelving

Bailey's Cabinets

Cabinet Brand: Haas Lifestyle Collection Wood Species: Rustic Hickory Cabinet Finish: Driftwood Door Style: Revere Countertops: VersaTop Quartz, Eased Edge, No Backsplash, Palazzo Color

Modern Transitional Barn

the grey designer

Inspiration for a transitional kitchen in Milwaukee with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Fovero RLM Cord Hung Pendants

HTM Lighting Solutions

Inspiration for a large modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

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PURE Design Inc.

Large beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and vaulted.

オリジナルキッチン VESTA　グラニットグレー

株式会社ナガイ

Design ideas for a scandinavian single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, shiplap splashback, panelled appliances, vinyl floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Lindell Beach Cottage Renewal

Lacey Construction Ltd.

Photo by Brice Ferre
Design ideas for a large country l-shaped kitchen in Vancouver with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

オリジナルキッチン VESTA

株式会社ナガイ

Photo of a scandinavian single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, shiplap splashback, panelled appliances, vinyl floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

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Nevin Home Builders LLC

Modern farmhouse kitchen, wood island, white cabinets, patterned tile backsplash, shiplap
Transitional kitchen with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Circle C

Katie Postel Interiors

Inspiration for a large scandinavian kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Project Farmhouse

Azule Kitchens

Azule Kitchens in Hamilton Ontario stunning kitchen cabinets created by Bethany Tilstra and Ryan Tilstra at Azule Kitchens in Stoney Creek Ontario. Azule Kitchens has been providing kitchen cabinets and fine custom cabinetry for many years. See our latest news, latest products and the latest trends at our website or social media. Azule Kitchens provides services to Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville, Niagara, Grimsby, Brantford, Ancaster and the greater Hamilton area.

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PURE Design Inc.

Airdrie kitchen

Contemporary Bath Kitchen and Design Center

Custom kitchen renovation, remove old angled island with raised bar,created large rectangular island with sit up bar,creating more open floor space
Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped kitchen pantry in Calgary with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Shiplap Splashback and White Benchtop 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!