Lands End Development - Designers & Builders

Design ideas for a large country l-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Green Mountain Family Remodel

Gretchen Lyons

This view shows the open design of the new kitchen space. Photographs by: Libbie Martin with Think Role
Large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Villa Origami

MORE Projects Mallorca S.L.

Projectmanagement and interior design by MORE Projects Mallorca S.L. Image by Marco Richter
Design ideas for a large contemporary galley kitchen in Palma de Mallorca with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, white benchtop and grey floor.

Alder Beaded Inset Cabinetry by Starmark

KraftMaster Renovations

This updated updated kitchen we got rid of the peninsula and adding a large island. Materials chosen are warm and welcoming while having a slight industrial feel with stainless appliances. Cabinetry by Starmark, the wood species is alder and the doors are inset. Chris Veith

Clever Kitchen Storage - DeWitt, MI

McDaniels Kitchen and Bath

This craftsman style kitchen design is the perfect combination of form and function. With a custom designed hutch and eat-in kitchen island featuring a CraftArt wood tabletop, the kitchen is the perfect place for family and friends to gather. The wood tone of the Medallion cabinetry contrasts beautifully with the dark Cambria quartz countertop and slate backsplash, but it is the excellent storage accessories inside these cabinets that really set this design apart. From tray dividers to magic corner pull-outs, this kitchen keeps clutter at bay and lets the design shine through.

Mid-Century Refreshed

CG&S Design-Build

The materials used for this space include white washed brushed oak, taj mahal granite, custom shaker style cabinets, original pine ceiling, slate backsplash, slate & metal mosiac at the island, a custom cast concrete sink, and a Wolf range. | While the flow of the kitchen worked for the family, the focus was on updating the look and feel. The old cabinets were replaced with new shaker-style custom cabinets painted in a soothing grey, to compliment the new white-washed, brushed oak floor. Taj Mahal granite counter tops replaced the old dark ones. The refrigerator was replaced with a wider 48” Sub-Zero. The built-in pantry in the kitchen was replaced, with pull-out shelving specific to the family’s food storage needs. A 48” dual fuel Wolf range replaced the outdated cooktop and oven. The tones of the new slate backsplash and slate and metal mosaic on the face of the island created cohesion between the pine hues of the remaining original ceiling and the new white-washed floor. Task and under bar lighting also brightened the space. The kitchen is finished out with a unique concrete apron sink. Capitalizing on the natural light from the existing skylight and glass doors, the upgraded finishes in the kitchen and living area brightened the space and gave it an up-to-date feel. | Photos by Tre Dunham

Decorative bookcase with quartz top

Dovetail Kitchen Designs

Todd Myra Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey splashback and slate splashback.

Création cuisine du sol au plafond blanche & bois

CUISINES BRUNO VERITE

Qui dit rentrée, dit nouvelle cuisine pour M. & Mme M ! Un travail considérable a été effectué pour transformer cet espace de A à Z. L’originalité de cette cuisine se trouve dans l’ouverture créée sur le salon et ses finitions qui vont jusqu’au plafond. À la fois îlot de cuisson, avec sa hotte parfaitement alignée, et coin snack pour deux personnes, ce bloc aux multiples usages allie à la perfection fonctionnalité et élégance. Lorsque les portes des placards s’ouvrent, on y découvre un frigo et un lave-vaisselle discrètement dissimulés, ainsi que de nombreux espaces de rangement. Encore une fois, le mariage du blanc et du bois fait fureur. Il évoque la pureté et la convivialité, deux qualités indispensables dans une cuisine intemporelle !  Comme M. & Mme M vous souhaitez transformer votre cuisine ? Contactez-moi dès maintenant pour prendre rendez-vous. Le devis ainsi que la projection 3D sont gratuits et sans engagement.

Gaston Country Home

NW Total Home

Design ideas for a small country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

VILLA PARCO AZZURRO P_P | MQ. 250

ArchSIDE

Fotografo: Vito Corvasce
Design ideas for a contemporary open plan kitchen in Rome with a drop-in sink, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black splashback, slate splashback, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Ranch Kitchen Remodel

Sheila Mayden Interiors

Photography: Christian J Anderson. Contractor & Finish Carpenter: Poli Dmitruks of PDP Perfection LLC.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped separate kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and grey floor.

Macy Kitchen Remodel

The Burke Company

Ken Vaughn
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped kitchen in Dallas with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, slate splashback, granite benchtops, with island and brown floor.

Westlake Hills

GDK Remodeling

Luce di Luna Countertops
Photo of a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, slate splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

White Lake Timber Frame Cottage

Pine Creek Homes

This timber covered kitchen holds above it a perfectly placed loft. This is just one of the amazing features a full timber frame allows for.
Photo of a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Kitchen in the Woods

Design Perspective Interior Design, LLC

Our clients wanted to update their kitchen and create more storage space. They also needed a desk area in the kitchen and a display area for family keepsakes. With small children, they were not using the breakfast bar on the island, so we chose when redesigning the island to add storage instead of having the countertop overhang for seating. We extended the height of the cabinetry also. A desk area with 2 file drawers and mail sorting cubbies was created so the homeowners could have a place to organize their bills, charge their electronics, and pay bills. We also installed 2 plugs into the narrow bookcase to the right of the desk area with USB plugs for charging phones and tablets. Our clients chose a cherry craftsman cabinet style with simple cups and knobs in brushed stainless steel. For the countertops, Silestone Copper Mist was chosen. It is a gorgeous slate blue hue with copper flecks. To compliment this choice, I custom designed this slate backsplash using multiple colors of slate. This unique, natural stone, geometric backsplash complemented the countertops and the cabinetry style perfectly. We installed a pot filler over the cooktop and a pull-out spice cabinet to the right of the cooktop. To utilize counterspace, the microwave was installed into a wall cabinet to the right of the cooktop. We moved the sink and dishwasher into the island and placed a pull-out garbage and recycling drawer to the left of the sink. An appliance lift was also installed for a Kitchenaid mixer to be stored easily without ever having to lift it. To improve the lighting in the kitchen and great room which has a vaulted pine tongue and groove ceiling, we designed and installed hollow beams to run the electricity through from the kitchen to the fireplace. For the island we installed 3 pendants and 4 down lights to provide ample lighting at the island. All lighting was put onto dimmer switches. We installed new down lighting along the cooktop wall. For the great room, we installed track lighting and attached it to the sides of the beams and used directional lights to provide lighting for the great room and to light up the fireplace. The beautiful home in the woods, now has an updated, modern kitchen and fantastic lighting which our clients love.

Cygnus/Coffee Brown Granite

Midwest Marble & Granite

Cygnus granite on island tops and Coffee Brown granite on the perimeter countertops with slate backsplash tile, granite composite Blanco sink, and brushed nickel faucet.

Stanwood Equestrian Residence, Stanwood WA

Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects

Photography by Ian Gleadle.
Photo of an eclectic kitchen in Seattle with stainless steel appliances, concrete benchtops, brown splashback, medium wood cabinets, with island and slate splashback.

Gem Retreat Chalet

Weninger Construction & Design Ltd

Entering the chalet, an open concept great room greets you. Kitchen, dining, and vaulted living room with wood ceilings create uplifting space to gather and connect with additional seating at granite kitchen island/bar.

Gilligan - Modern English Countryside

Inspired Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Black Walnut

WAGNER Werkstatt | Raumgestaltung

Design ideas for a large contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, slate splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Kitchen with Slate Splashback and with Island 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!