LOWELL CUSTOM HOMES, LAKE GENEVA, WI Custom Home built on beautiful Geneva Lake features New England Shingle Style architecture on the exterior with a thoroughly modern twist to the interior. Artistic and handcrafted elements are showcased throughout the detailed finishes and furnishings. Cabinetry by Geneva Cabinet Company, Lake Geneva, Wi

Dossman Project 2019

Freestyle Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Medoc Lane

Clearcut Construction, Inc.

A traditional kitchen with touches of the farmhouse and Mediterranean styles. We used cool, light tones adding pops of color and warmth with natural wood.

Modern Kitchen Renovation

The Home Co.

Crisp, clean, contemporary kitchen design in Walnut Creek, CA.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

House Extension, Studfarm, Kildare

DMVF Architects

The brief for this protected structure in Kildare was to create a bright airy family space within the current dark return of the ground floor without impacting on the historic structure. DMVF created a sensitive single storey extension which ties in perfectly with the period building but still retaining a clear distinction between the old and the new. The large doors open up the ground floor living areas to the stunning gardens surrounding the property.

Ashgrove Ln

Gina Roberts-Wagner

Photo of a transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boise with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, white benchtop, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Silver Lake Loft

Black Lacquer Design

Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

The Grange

Hutker Architects

Photo of a country u-shaped kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Transitional Walnut Kitchen

PB Kitchen Design

Transitional beauty with warm walnut perimeter cabinets and blue island.
Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Custom Kitchens

Alden Fields Design

Large transitional kitchen in Orange County with black appliances, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Haddonfield Home

Andrea Cipriani Mecchi Photography

This is an example of a transitional l-shaped kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, black cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and beaded inset cabinets.

Modern-Industrial Kitchen

Next Stage Design + Build

Inspiration for a large industrial l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Hudson BrownstoneHoboken | Eclectic Modern | Interior Design and Renovation| Hud

J. PATRYCE DESIGN

The project was divided into three phases over the course of seven years. We were originally hired to re-design the master bath. Phase two was more significant; the garden and parlor levels of the house would be reconfigured to work more efficiently with their lifestyle. The kitchen would double in size and would include a back staircase leading to a cozy den/office and back garden for dining al fresco. The last, most recent phase would include an update to the guest room and a larger, more functional teenage suite. When you work with great clients, it is a pleasure to keep coming back! It speaks to the relationship part of our job, which is one of my favorites. Photo by Christian Harder

Marshall

Blu and White

Contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Plano Kitchen & Family Room Remodel

Agape Home Services

Wall removal between family room and kitchen, new custom built 14 ft. island and table. New wine bard and custom white cabinets, new pendant lighting, new faucet, sink and quartz counter tops.

High Point

Axiom Builders

This is an example of a large transitional eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Tiffany Drive Remodel

Jarrett Design

Transitional l-shaped kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Modern White Quartz Kitchen Remodel, Orange CA

OC Builders Group

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

FOR SALE: Tanglewood Transitional Estate

Frankel Design Build

Photo of an expansive contemporary kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured benchtop, medium wood cabinets and stone slab splashback.

RV Kitchen Makeover

Joyfully Growing Blog, LLC

Inspiration for a small country galley kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, no island and grey floor.

Kitchen with Stone Slab Splashback and Porcelain Splashback 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!