Bespoke hand built kitchen with built in kitchen cabinet and free standing island with modern patterned floor tiles and blue linoleum on birch plywood

Magnolia Modern Kitchen

SieMatic Seattle/ Summers Studio

SieMatic similaque gloss white and gloss graphite grey cabinets, Solid surface gloss white countertop with waterfall ends and integrated white sink, hidden breakfast bar inside tall cabinets, paneled hidden appliances, SieMatic internal wood and metal accessories, interior custom shelving

Minimal and Contemporary North London Kitchen Extension

Robert Rhodes Architecture + Interiors

Durham Road is our minimal and contemporary extension and renovation of a Victorian house in East Finchley, North London. Custom joinery hides away all the typical kitchen necessities, and an all-glass box seat will allow the owners to enjoy their garden even when the weather isn’t on their side. Despite a relatively tight budget we successfully managed to find resources for high-quality materials and finishes, underfloor heating, a custom kitchen, Domus tiles, and the modern oriel window by one finest glassworkers in town.

Color Block Red

McCabe By Design LLC

The kitchen island is comprised of pull-out trash & recycling, cookbook shelves, wine storage, seating and a microwave oven niche. Bunn feet give the island a furniture look.

Isle of Wight Holiday Home

Imperfect Interiors

We added tongue and groove cladding to the ceiling, a built in window seat, chik blinds and wall lights to the kitchen diner extension of the Isle of Wight project

Модная квартира с балками на потолке

Maxim Maximov

Кухня в белой отделке и отделке деревом с островом и обеденным столом.
Large scandinavian galley eat-in kitchen in Saint Petersburg with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and vaulted.

Mid Mod Garden House

Kevin Spence Architect, AIA

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Paradise River: Modern Riverside Home

Timberlake Custom Homes

This gorgeous modern home sits along a rushing river and includes a separate enclosed pavilion. Distinguishing features include the mixture of metal, wood and stone textures throughout the home in hues of brown, grey and black.

Country Kitchen extension

Dormer & Co. Chartered Architects

Open plan Kitchen family dining space using natural materials to create a light characterful space. The existing house turned its back on the wide views however our extension created spaces that linked the inside and outside both to the garden and wider landscape

Loft en A Coruña

Cocinas Jocar

Cocina abierta con isla central, con pilar integrado, combinando color madera y blanco.
This is an example of a large industrial single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Treetop Apartment - 200 m2 (2,000 ft2) Design and Construction Management

Kos Interiors

Wood on robin egg blue with brass fittings give the kitchen a warm contemporary feel.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, turquoise cabinets, solid surface benchtops, red splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, white benchtop and vaulted.

Coastal chic with a twist

At No 19

Bespoke contemporary handleless kitchen in coastal colours. Hi Macs solid surface worktops and a bespoke glass splashback. Driftwood effect laminate flooring and integrated appliances

Modern Oasis: Sleek Poolside Living in Los Altos

Greenberg Construction

This bright and airy kitchen combines the rustic charm of natural wood beams with the modern luxury of marble countertops. The expansive central island, crafted from light wood, anchors the room and provides ample space for meal preparation and casual dining. Flat-panel light wood cabinetry offers abundant storage, blending seamlessly with the white shiplap walls that enhance the space's open feel. Geometric-patterned backsplash tiles add a touch of sophistication, while the large windows invite natural light and offer views of the outdoors, creating an inviting space for both cooking and gathering.

Modern White Oak Kitchen

Upper Left General Contracting

Beautiful white oak and laminate kitchen with open concept design. Tight margins and clean lines accentuates the windows and surrounding architecture.

Bright Modern Kitchen in Custom Infill Split Level

ArtHouse Residential

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Edmonton with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and vaulted.

Color Block Red

McCabe By Design LLC

The kitchen island is comprised of pull-out trash & recycling, cookbook shelves, wine storage, seating and a microwave oven niche. Bunn feet give the island a furniture look.

gabriel

Chalkhouse Kitchens

Dramatic deep blue contrasts with a more neutral paint colour used on the tall units so they don't dominate the room. Oak worktop on the island picks up the colour of the bar stools and ties in with the small oak wall shelves. The kitchen was designed using the Chalkhouse Studio range of kitchen furniture, an off the shelf option available in standard sizes and a limited colour palette, that still has the same high quality as the Chalkhouse Bespoke range but at a more economical price point.

Darken Tide

May Construction, Inc.

The outdated kitchen’s confining walls were torn down relieving this space from being cramped. Out were the oak senseless upper cabinets that looked over the peninsula blocking site lines. Rolling baby blue and jolly blue porcelain tiles enshroud the kitchen backsplash bringing forth a burst of color against the raven new cabinetry. An expansive island with the ability to seat six is the perfect place to entertain. All new stainless-steel appliances create a sleek modern feel to this renovated kitchen. A fine detail in this space are the seafoam green glass knobs and pulls delivering in a small yet significant ocean element.

Whitmore Gardens

Claudia Urvois Interior Design

Contemporary kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, coloured appliances, terrazzo floors, with island, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

New York Loft - kitchen

Architecta Ltd

kitchen and dining area
Inspiration for a small industrial galley open plan kitchen in Christchurch with a single-bowl sink, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and vaulted.

Kitchen with Solid Surface Benchtops and Vaulted 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!