Mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with recessed-panel cabinets, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, dark wood cabinets, stone slab splashback, bamboo floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Rustic Sophisticated Bachelor Pad

The Bam House

Annie W Photography
Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped kitchen pantry in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Room To Entertain - In Santa Cruz

Lewis Design-Build-Remodel

This is an example of a large modern galley open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and with island.

NW Craftsman New Construction

McCabe By Design LLC

A microwave drawer on the end of the island lets one reheat a cup of coffee without entering the cooks zone.
Inspiration for a large arts and crafts l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island, beige floor, green benchtop and vaulted.

Sugar Beach Residence

Rixey Company, Inc.

Photo by Travis Rowan - Living Maui Media
Inspiration for a beach style kitchen in Hawaii with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, bamboo floors, with island and brown floor.

Cambridge Modern Scandinavian Home

Steven Baczek Architect

Mottl Cabinetry David Fell Photography
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, bamboo floors, with island, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, stone slab splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

Pu'uwai Design & Construction

The white modern farmhouse kitchen's white shaker cabinets, gray granite counter tops, and white porcelain farmhouse sink speak to the home's mix of contemporary classics. A stained wood sofit creates a distinction between the kitchen and the family room. A wolf range sits next to the kitchen bar where glass pendants hang above the raised counter.

City House

Michelle Miller Interiors

Small modern galley separate kitchen in Bridgeport with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, no island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Interior Design

Antonella Cestone Interiors

This is an example of a transitional l-shaped kitchen pantry in DC Metro with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, bamboo floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Contemporary Shaker Kitchen

Hammonds Furniture

For all the elements of a contemporary kitchen design, choose Croft. Handcrafted in Leicestershire, this luxury style with its panelled cabinets and elegant chrome knobs exudes class and sophistication. Our smart combination of 13 painted finishes allows you to play with colour for a look that’s unique to your home. Choose from a calming palette of ivory or pebble grey. Or for a dark, distinctive look create a focal point with charcoal.

Backyard Cottage Rainier Valley

microhouse

Exposed ceilings in the kitchen and the living room add warmth and make the space feel taller than it is. Multiple floor levels were used to differentiate spaces and bring in natural light.

Contemporary Kitchen

Metzdorf Designs and TCM Built

Custom cabinets, granite tops, modern style appliances and lighting not only provide function but striking contrast to the exposed beam vaulted ceiling .

Home on Highland Ave.

Falkon Building Company

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and bamboo floors.

Wills Lane

Jackie Syvertsen ~ Windermere Real Estate/BI, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized modern galley open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, no island and grey benchtop.

smithKITCH

DII Architecture

The waterfall counter creates a space for guests/stools. The River White granite also continues up as a full slab backsplash behind the induction cooktop. Photos by: Black Olive Photographic

Cooking Up Comfort - In Felton

Lewis Design-Build-Remodel

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional galley separate kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and a peninsula.

Entertaining House

Sabrina Katherine

Designed by: Gianna Design Group
This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Soapstone Counters

Soapstone Werks

Traditional kitchen in San Diego with beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, soapstone benchtops, stone slab splashback, bamboo floors, orange floor and white benchtop.

Rustic Sophisticated Bachelor Pad

The Bam House

Annie W Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped kitchen pantry in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Brickell Harbour Club

Building Center No.3

Hans Boiten and Derek Kearney- Photography. The kitchen has a clean and sleek contemporary look, that creates reflections with the lighting. Built-in stainless steel appliances make the space modern and organized.

Kitchen with Stone Slab Splashback and Bamboo 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!