This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown benchtop.

Industrial Farmhouse Kitchen Remodel

Bennett Design Co.

This old home is in a trendy part of town and needed a kitchen to match its stylish owners and surrounding. For this space, we opted to focus on materials and finishes as the “look at me” items such as the custom vent hood surround, the island countertop, and the bead board ceiling. Mixing textures and colors also helps add dimension making it feel like it’s both “new” and true to the era of the home. Photos By: Michael Kaskel Photography

Modern Kitchens Remodel

California Construction Center, Inc.

This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, white floor and brown benchtop.

Rustic Kitchen

Inspiration for a country eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, grey splashback, with island, black floor and brown benchtop.

Vermont goes Hobbit Modern

Meditch Murphey Architects

A pull-out ladder leads to an open loft for additional space. photo by Lael Taylor
Design ideas for a small country single-wall open plan kitchen in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, brown benchtop, a drop-in sink, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

Homes & Cottages

User

Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall separate kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Rustic Elegance Custom Home

J Marhofer Construction Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, multiple islands, brown floor and brown benchtop.

American Classic Design

Aspen White Star, LLC

Large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Country Kitchen

Sustainable Kitchens

Photo of a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, wood benchtops, ceramic floors, with island, beaded inset cabinets, stainless steel appliances and brown benchtop.

Cuisine Marly le Roi

Olivia Martin / Architecte d'Intérieur

Cuisine style campagne chic un peu British
Mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Traditional Mahogany kitchen, NY

WL Kitchen & Home

Traditional Mahogany kitchen, NY Following a classic design, the hood and sink act as the focal points for this custom kitchen. Utilizing the coffered ceiling to help frame the central marble top island, each piece helps create a more unified composition throughout the space. For more projects visit our website wlkitchenandhome.com . . . #newyorkkitchens #mansionkitchen #luxurykitchen #millionairehomes #kitchenhod #kitchenisland #stools #pantry #cabinetry #customcabinets #millionairedesign #customcabinetmaker #woodcarving #woodwork #kitchensofinstagram #brownkitchen #customfurniture #traditionalkitchens #classickitchens #millionairekitchen #nycfurniture #newjerseykitchens #dreamhome #dreamkitchens #connecticutkitchens #kitchenremodel #kitchendesigner #kitchenideas #cofferedceiling #woodenkitchens

Mid-Century Kitchen Remodel

True Design Build, Ltd.

This is an example of a contemporary galley kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, green splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and brown benchtop.

Chicago Classy

reDesign home | chicago

Small transitional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Doppelhaushälfte in Preetz

Home Staging JOHANNSEN

Design ideas for a transitional l-shaped kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, white floor and brown benchtop.

Modern Cafe Kitchen

Madelene Ross Design Studio

The design concept of this kitchen was inspired by the client's love of France. The materials are classic but very special; the marble tile has a silk-screened pattern overlay, the butcher block island top is walnut with a furniture finish, the creamy-white cabinets are a modified shaker with a beveled edge, and the counters are durable Calcutta porcelain. The amazing over-scaled vintage pendants from France and the sleek brass and linen counter stools give the space a modern and fresh feel.

CUBRO / Lavapiés

pfronts

This is an example of a small scandinavian single-wall open plan kitchen in Madrid with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, blue floor, brown benchtop and recessed.

Brooklyn Townhouse

Think Construction

This is an example of a country galley eat-in kitchen in New York with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, an integrated sink, wood benchtops, white splashback, red floor and brown benchtop.

Mid Century Ranch Renovation

Morse Custom Homes and Remodeling

Original 1953 mid century custom home was renovated with minimal wall removals in order to maintain the original charm of this home. Several features and finishes were kept or restored from the original finish of the house. The new products and finishes were chosen to emphasize the original custom decor and architecture. Design, Build, and most of all, Enjoy!

Willow Glen

May Construction, Inc.

In a successful small kitchen, every element must pull its weight. We installed new cabinets from floor to ceiling, fitting a combination of shelves, deep drawers and custom pullouts, making every cabinet usable. Stealing the show is tile above the cooktop, it provides a visual drawing card with its textural beauty and a creative layout. Convenient can lighting, modern stainless-steel appliances and a new glass laundry door bring in lots of natural light for this stunning petite kitchen.

Box in Box - monolocale | 26 mq

Fo.Ca | Studio d'architettura

Vista verso la cucina. Sulla sinistra si vede la parete semitrasparente in policarbonato e rovere.
Small scandinavian single-wall open plan kitchen in Milan with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, green splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances and Brown 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!