This is an example of a large country l-shaped kitchen in Dallas with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, with island, multi-coloured splashback, black floor, white benchtop, a farmhouse sink, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and window splashback.

Whole House Addition, Kitchen, and Main Level Remodel in Minneapolis

Titus Contracting

Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Kluger Residence

Creative Kitchens & Baths

This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Duboce Triangle Flat - Kitchen

Noz Design

Colin Price Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Oceanfront Penthouse

Rogers Design Group

This contemporary kitchen in a luxury condominium is state of the art. The stained *cabinets are contrasted by white glass appliances, stainless steel accents and recycled glass countertops. The floating wall houses the ovens, microwave, warming steamer on the kitchen side. On the opposite side there is a continuation of the fine woodwork throughout the space . Refrigerators are completely built-in and clad in the same wood as to appear to be a cabinet. Stainless drawers complete the base cabinet below the cooktop and create the detail at the corners of the center island. Dishwashers flank the sink and are covered in the same cabinetry forming a seamless effect. The stone top on the outside island had a waterfall detail and additional storage. Three pendent lights illuminate the leather swivel barstools with bronze iron bases. •Photo by Argonaut Architectural•

Lake Washington Remodel

Adams Architecture

photography by Sean Airhart
Inspiration for a transitional galley kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, panelled appliances, slate floors, with island, black floor and grey benchtop.

residence at andheri west

Sonali shah

Small contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Mumbai with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble benchtops, marble floors, multiple islands and white floor.

Cosmic Black Granite Kitchen

Stone Action

Cosmic Black granite is shown in this project! Search the specific granite name, see more granite or other stone options: http://www.stoneaction.com Learn more about granite to see if it’s right for you: Granite countertops can last a lifetime. It contains no harmful chemicals and do not emit harmful radiation or gasses. Granite is heat resistant and is one of the most heat-resistant countertops on the market. You can place a hot pan out of the oven directly onto the countertop surface. Experts do recommend the use of a trivet when using appliances that emit heat for long periods of time, such as crockpots. Since the material is so dense, there is a small possibility heating one area of the top and not the entire thing, could cause the countertop to crack. Granite is scratch resistant. You can cut on it, but it will dull your knives! Granite scores a seven on Moh’s hardness scale. Granite countertops are considered to be a low maintenance countertop surface. The likelihood of needing to be repaired or resurfaced is low. Granite is a porous material. Most fabricators will apply a sealer to granite countertops before they are installed which will protect them from absorbing liquids too quickly. Many sealers last more than 10 years before needing to be reapplied. When they do need to be reapplied, it is something that most homeowners can do on their own as the process is similar to cleaning. Darker granites are very dense and sometimes don’t even require a sealer. When it comes to pricing, there are a lot of variables such as edge profile, total square footage, backsplash, etc. Don’t be fooled by the stereotype that all granite is expensive. Lower-range granites will cost less than high-range laminate. Though granite countertops are not considered “low range” in pricing, there are a lot of affordable options. If you are looking for something truly unique, consider an exotic granite. Some quarries are not easily accessible and/or only able to be quarried for short periods of time throughout the year. If these circumstances exist in a quarry with gorgeous stone, the price will be driven upward You won’t find a lot of solid patterns or bright colors, but both do exist. Also, watch for a large range of color and pattern within the same color of stone. It’s always a good idea to view the exact slab(s) that will be fabricated for your kitchen to make sure they are what you expected to see from the sample. Another factor is that many exotic types of granite have huge flowing waves, and a small sample will not be an accurate representation of the whole slab. Granite countertops are very resistant to chemicals. Acids and bases will not harm the material.

Mid-century Modern Kitchen

Dream Kitchens, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury galley separate kitchen in Chicago with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, no island and blue floor.

Farmhouse Kitchen

Covenant LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Boston with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, limestone benchtops, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, grey floor and white splashback.

Cornwall

Kettle Co. Kitchens

Photo of a mid-sized country separate kitchen in Cornwall with a farmhouse sink, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, with island, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, slate floors and grey floor.

Open Kitchen Shelving with Gold Accents

Fratantoni Interior Designers

This French Country kitchen backsplash features a custom tile design and gold accents, plus black cabinetry.
Design ideas for an expansive mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, marble floors, with island, white floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Dogwood Ct

Valia Design

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, slate floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and panelled appliances.

Double Island Kitchen

WL Kitchen & Home

Jason Taylor
Expansive traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with multiple islands, an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

San Mateo Modern

Peninsula Modern

Margot Hartford
Midcentury open plan kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey floor and slate floors.

Western Springs Remodel - By Leslie Lee at Normandy Remodeling

Leslie Lee

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island and multi-coloured floor.

Avalon

Unique Homestays

Photo of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Wiltshire with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and grey floor.

Our Work

Origin Kitchen and Bath

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped kitchen in Denver with beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, glass-front cabinets and beige floor.

Kitchens

Creber Construction, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and with island.

Interior Painting | Bedford, NY | March 2017

Prime Painting CT LLC

Mid-sized traditional galley open plan kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, no island and grey floor.

Kitchen with Slate Floors and Marble 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!