Inspiration for a traditional l-shaped kitchen in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, green splashback, stone slab splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island and green benchtop.

Mauna Kea Villa Remodel

Dean Bowman Construction Inc

This is an example of a large modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Hawaii with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, green splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, beige floor and green benchtop.

Classic English Kitchen, Bawtry

Russell Hutton | Makers of Fine

More than just a kitchen, this beautifully spacious and light room makes this Classic English Kitchen by Hutton England a space for living, lounging, cooking & dining. The large 5 oven Aga nestled beneath the grande faux mantle and the oak accents give this room a warm, homely feel. The classic english styling of the room is further emphasised by the simplicity of the pallette; the softness of the light grey cabinets balances the bold, deep green of the island complementing the natural spledour of the granite which ranges from rich emeralds to dark british racing greens. A suite of larders and integrated fridge freezers at the other side of the island add a bold splash of our customers flair and personality whilst reflecting the lighter greens of the granite opposite. A refreshing change from the more fashionable calm grey's and cool blue's, this dramatic and atmospheric space shows just how diverse our Classic English Kitchens can look and if you want to be a little different, you can be.

Quartzite Backsplash with Shelf

C&K Custom Remodeling Inc.

This kitchen in a 1911 Craftsman home has taken on a new life full of color and personality. Inspired by the client’s colorful taste and the homes of her family in The Philippines, we leaned into the wild for this design. The first thing the client told us is that she wanted terra cotta floors and green countertops. Beyond this direction, she wanted a place for the refrigerator in the kitchen since it was originally in the breakfast nook. She also wanted a place for waste receptacles, to be able to reach all the shelves in her cabinetry, and a special place to play Mahjong with friends and family. The home presented some challenges in that the stairs go directly over the space where we wanted to move the refrigerator. The client also wanted us to retain the built-ins in the dining room that are on the opposite side of the range wall, as well as the breakfast nook built ins. The solution to these problems were clear to us, and we quickly got to work. We lowered the cabinetry in the refrigerator area to accommodate the stairs above, as well as closing off the unnecessary door from the kitchen to the stairs leading to the second floor. We utilized a recycled body porcelain floor tile that looks like terra cotta to achieve the desired look, but it is much easier to upkeep than traditional terra cotta. In the breakfast nook we used bold jungle themed wallpaper to create a special place that feels connected, but still separate, from the kitchen for the client to play Mahjong in or enjoy a cup of coffee. Finally, we utilized stair pullouts by all the upper cabinets that extend to the ceiling to ensure that the client can reach every shelf.

Kitchens

Powell Brower Interiors

Photo by Helen Norman, Styling by Charlotte Safavi
Design ideas for a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, green splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, green benchtop, brown floor and medium hardwood floors.

Custom Kitchen and Bath

Hawaii Modern Architecture and Interior Design

http://www.franzenphotography.com/
Photo of a mid-sized tropical u-shaped open plan kitchen in Hawaii with raised-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, stone slab splashback, travertine floors, beige floor, green benchtop, an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, panelled appliances and with island.

Monte Carlo Residence

Muro Designs

Photography: Studio 512
This is an example of a traditional eat-in kitchen in San Diego with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, green splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances and green benchtop.

Designer Challenge Winner - Paiko Lagoon Oasis

Archipelago Hawaii Luxury Home Designs

Photographer: Augie Salbosa
Beach style eat-in kitchen in Hawaii with glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, green splashback, stone slab splashback, granite benchtops, a single-bowl sink, panelled appliances and green benchtop.

GKB Photography

Gainesville Kitchen & Bath

Powered by CABINETWORX Masterbrand, open design, lots of natural light, center island, quartz counter tops, light cherry wood cabinets, stainless steel fixtures, stainless steel hood, marble floors, double stove, open face cabinets

Capri White Gemini Quartz worktops with sage green cabinetry

Gemini Worktops

A stunning country kitchen with a modern twist and industrial elements. The sage green cabinetry is topped off with beautiful quartz in Capri White from Gemini Quartz.

A Baker's Delight

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

Baker's Delight; this magnificent chefs kitchen has everything that you could dream about for your kitchen including a cooling rack for baking. The two large island with the cage chandeliers are the centerpiece to this kitchen which lead you into the cooking zone. The kitchen features a new sink and a prep sink both are located in front of their own window. We feature Subzero - Wolf appliances including a 36" 6 burner full range with oven, speed oven and steam oven for all your cooking needs. The islands are eucalyptus green one is set up for all her baking supplies including the cooling rack and the island offers a place to sit with your family. The flooring featured in this home are a rich luxury vinyl that has the appearance of hardwood floors but the cost savings is substantial over hardwood.

San Luis Kitchen Co., Transitional -- Tradition with a Twist

San Luis Kitchen Co.

This large kitchen is dominated by its color scheme. Cherry red cabinets, rainforest granite, and red accents take center stage. The 'table' at the end of the bar is rounded off to add interest an a little elbow-room. Check out the coral-pink sinks!

Classic English Kitchen, Bawtry

Russell Hutton | Makers of Fine

Surry Hills Kitchen Close Up

Matter Design & Make Pty Ltd

In 2019, Interior designer Alexandra Brown approached Matter to design and make cabinetry for this penthouse apartment. The brief was to create a rich and opulent space, featuring a favoured smoked oak veneer. We looked to the Art Deco inspired features of the building and referenced its curved corners and newly installed aged brass detailing in our design. We combined the smoked oak veneer with cambia ash cladding in the kitchen and bar areas to complement the green and brown quartzite stone surfaces chosen by Alex perfectly. We then designed custom brass handles, shelving and a large-framed mirror as a centrepiece for the bar, all crafted impeccably by our friends at JN Custom Metal. Functionality and sustainability were the focus of our design, with hard-wearing charcoal Abet Laminati drawers and door fronts in the kitchen with custom J pull handles, Grass Nova ProScala drawers and Osmo oiled veneer that can be easily reconditioned over time. Photography by Pablo Veiga

Traditional Eat-In Kitchen

Cabinets & Such

Take a trip to the European countryside! This eat-in kitchen was opened up to the rafters and bumped out with window seating. Dedicated wine and cookbook storage areas offer added counter space. Cabinetry by Waypoint Living Spaces in "Linen" blends perfectly with the white appliances. Stunning Countertops and Backsplash are Emerald Quartzite fabricated by Carlos Bravo and team at Monterey Bay Tile & Granite. Photography by Dave Clark of Monterey Virtual Tours

Warm Contemporary Kitchen

Your Nest By Design, Robin Kelley

Contemporary Kitchen Remodel in Solana Beach, CA. Warm earthy tones, two different wood species custom cabinets, green granite, soft sage green walls with red clay colored accents.

Shan Residence - Fremont, CA

Designer Deanna

Large traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and green benchtop.

Derwent Island

Celtic Heritage Kitchens

Derwent Island house situated on its own private island is leased by the national trust. The handcrafted kitchen had to be transported by boat crossing the only means of transport to and from the island. The traditional style cabinetry is in keeping with the period of the property and hand painted. Photography is courtesy of Amelia Le Brun.

Traditional Eat-In Kitchen

Cabinets & Such

Kitchen examples

Marrokal Design & Remodeling

Traditional separate kitchen in San Diego with stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, stone slab splashback, terra-cotta floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and green benchtop.

Kitchen with Stone Slab Splashback and Green 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!