Mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Inventor's Kitchen

Anya Rice Photography

Kitchen design: Winfreys www.winfreys.co.uk
Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black appliances, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Mearnscroft Gardens, Newton Mearns

Paterson Gordon Architecture

New kitchen island with open-plan dining space, window seat and bifold doors.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Glasgow with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, panelled appliances, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Chetco

Barnabas Real Estate Group

This is an example of an u-shaped kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, no island, yellow floor and white benchtop.

Porcelain Countertop Kitchen Design

iFloors Kitchen & Bath

A stunning kitchen design that features a Calacatta Luxe porcelain slab for the island countertop and full kitchen backsplash, complemented by Carrara White quartz for the remaining kitchen countertops to add depth and contrast. The design also includes a two-tone kitchen with white and black at the base cabinets under the island and coffee nook, along with champagne gold handles and a black sink paired with champagne gold fixtures. What do you think? We can't wait to bring this design to life!!

Homestead Farm Update

A Creative Touch Draperies & Interiors

Farmhouse kitchen update
Photo of a large country single-wall open plan kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Oneills Project Three

Shannon Pepper Design

Mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Auckland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, yellow floor and white benchtop.

Aubert Road in Highbury Kitchen Renovation

Essex and London Construction ELC

Garden kitchen extension in Victorian townhouse.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, with island and white benchtop.

Rénovation d'un appartement des années 60

Caroline Architecture

modification et installation d'une nouvelle cuisine
Inspiration for a modern kitchen in Other with beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, soapstone benchtops, red splashback and white benchtop.

Gold Craft Oak Kitchen

Kettle Co. Kitchens

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cornwall with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone benchtops, green splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island and white benchtop.

Overlook Lake

Capital Pro Services

Inspiration for a mid-sized country single-wall eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and coffered.

Light and Wood in Santa Ana, North Tustin

Le Gourmet Kitchen Ltd.

At the heart of this traditional kitchen design in Santa Ana, North Tustin is a large kitchen island with a curved countertop and barstool seating on one side, a double stainless undermount sink and ample work space on the other side. What makes this kitchen remodel truly unique is the use of light to create a bright, airy open plan kitchen design. Pendant lights over the island and recessed lights work together with two large skylights in the center of the room to bring a combination of man made and natural light into this space. The dark wood finish island cabinetry contrast beautifully with the white raised panel perimeter kitchen cabinets and paneled refrigerator. A custom-built range hood is framed in matching white cabinetry to complete the look, along with a textured tile backsplash feature that draws the eye to the cooking area. Beneath the backsplash and hood sits a Thermador range that offers space and functionality to create all your favorite meals. A secondary sink sits next to the range, tucked into a beverage area that also holds the coffee maker. Behind the kitchen island is more cabinet storage and work space, along with an undercounter Sharp microwave drawer. Upper glass front cabinets are ideal for storage and display of special dishes and glassware, and undercabinet lights offer targeted task lighting and highlight the backsplash. The result is a warm, traditional design that is flooded with natural light and packed with amazing features. It’s an ideal space with a design that enhances day-to-day living and is perfect for entertaining.

Future Project Farmhouse Kitchen Rendering

Cinnabar Interiors

This is a wide angle view of the original rendering of kitchen from the small breakfast area to the new 3 window at the back of the home which now adds beautiful morning light and a view to the gorgeous garden.

Modern Kitchen - Nashville Hilltop Contemporary

Marty Paoletta Photography

Modern Kitchen with brushed gold accents; Photography by Marty Paoletta
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Nashville with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, painted wood floors, with island, white benchtop, white appliances and white floor.

Rhodes

HDReno Pty Ltd

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen pantry in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, black cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, white appliances, with island and white benchtop.

Chetco

Barnabas Real Estate Group

Photo of an u-shaped kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, no island, yellow floor and white benchtop.

White oak wide plank install - Sand and Finish with Bona Water Based System

Refinish My Floors LLC

White oak wide plank install - Sand and Finish with Bona Finish System.
Photo of a large modern galley eat-in kitchen with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and white benchtop.

Aubert Road in Highbury Kitchen Renovation

Essex and London Construction ELC

Gold Craft Oak Kitchen with bespoke pasty bench.

Kettle Co. Kitchens

Bespoke pasty bench designed slightly higher than the worktops and freestanding for movability.
Mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cornwall with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone benchtops, green splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island and white benchtop.

Oneills Project Three

Shannon Pepper Design

Kitchen with Soapstone Benchtops 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!