Custom island and plaster hood take center stage in this kitchen remodel. Full-wall wine, coffee and smoothie station on the right perimeter. Cabinets are white oak. Design by: Alison Giese Interiors

Estate living

Leah Bolger Design

Country kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and timber.

Dreshertown Road Project

Black Forest Design and Build

Design ideas for a transitional kitchen in Other with glass-front cabinets, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop, exposed beam, timber and vaulted.

Play, Party & Cook Daycare Kitchen Remodel | Bellevue, WA

United Signature

An all-white kitchen exemplifies timeless beauty. The laminate countertops, which are combined perfectly with Teltos Quartz Slab - Dove White for the perimeter, island, and backsplash, and the white cabinets give the appearance of a traditional timeless charm. The kitchen floor had a thorough renovation, with luxury vinyl tile installed throughout. Appliances, which include a range, refrigerator, microwave, oven, and the extremely distinctive custom commercial fire suppression hood, were also incorporated. Other design features also included 2 undermount sinks with a brushed nickel faucet. The whole concept is appealing since it is bright, sharp, and clean.

Van Drunen Project 2019

Freestyle Interiors

Photo of a large beach style l-shaped kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, white benchtop, timber and recessed.

Downtown Penthouse Gut

Truth Design Build, LLC

Industrial galley open plan kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and timber.

South Bay Coastal Farmhouse

White Sands Coastal Development

This 5,200-square foot modern farmhouse is located on Manhattan Beach’s Fourth Street, which leads directly to the ocean. A raw stone facade and custom-built Dutch front-door greets guests, and customized millwork can be found throughout the home. The exposed beams, wooden furnishings, rustic-chic lighting, and soothing palette are inspired by Scandinavian farmhouses and breezy coastal living. The home’s understated elegance privileges comfort and vertical space. To this end, the 5-bed, 7-bath (counting halves) home has a 4-stop elevator and a basement theater with tiered seating and 13-foot ceilings. A third story porch is separated from the upstairs living area by a glass wall that disappears as desired, and its stone fireplace ensures that this panoramic ocean view can be enjoyed year-round. This house is full of gorgeous materials, including a kitchen backsplash of Calacatta marble, mined from the Apuan mountains of Italy, and countertops of polished porcelain. The curved antique French limestone fireplace in the living room is a true statement piece, and the basement includes a temperature-controlled glass room-within-a-room for an aesthetic but functional take on wine storage. The takeaway? Efficiency and beauty are two sides of the same coin.

McCormick StLos Angeles, CA 91316

Vittorio Remodeling & Construction Inc.

Transitional l-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor, grey benchtop and timber.

Reimagined Lake Cottage

John Cole Architect

This is an example of a country galley kitchen in Portland Maine with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop, exposed beam and timber.

Southern Style Remodel

James McNeal Architecture and Design

Photo of a country l-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, exposed beam and timber.

Kitchen with Oak Island and Butler's Pantry

Taylor Made Cabinets, Leominster MA

Plain Inset Style Kitchen Farm Sink in Island Pot filler above Range Appliances hidden near fridge in Pantry Deep Island Sides to hid stools Pot Drawers Freestanding microwave in island Custom Wood Hood 60"

Custom Built Home 9

Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.

The kitchen is a stunning fusion of contemporary and industrial design. Black shaker cabinets lend a sleek, modern feel, while a custom range hood stands out as a unique centerpiece. Open shelving adds character and showcases decorative items against a backdrop of a vaulted wood-lined ceiling, infusing warmth. The island, with seating for four, serves as a social hub and practical workspace. A discreet walk-in pantry offers ample storage, keeping the kitchen organized and pristine. This space seamlessly combines style and functionality, making it the heart of the home. Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc., General Contractor; Helman Sechrist Architecture, Architect; JJ Osterloo Design, Designer; Photography by Amanda McMahon

Custom Built Home 9

Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.

Almont Drive

Brett D Karns Designs

This incredible space is highlighted with natural oak cabinetry, Calcutta marble counters and backsplash, Dacor Modernist collection in Graphite, Brooklyn Watermark fixtures, Marvin windows and doors, Alno pulls.

Arlington Kitchen Remodel

Alison Giese Interiors

A spacious kitchen with three "zones" to fully utilize the space. Full custom cabinetry in painted and stained finishes.
Design ideas for a large transitional separate kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and timber.

Streamline in Cherry Hills Village

Colorado Kitchen Designs

Inspiration for an expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, white floor, white benchtop and timber.

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

SARAN INTERIORS

This is a challenging kitchen renovation for a beloved old farmhouse with a very small kitchen. We have decided to use white and light colour to make the space feels larger. The client would like a green kitchen, so we used pastel green for the outside and white cabinetry for the rest of the kitchen. Including a Statuario Maximus Caesarstone for bench top and splashback. With its soft pale grey veins adding classic looks for this tiny but yet functional kitchen for the whole family to create delicious meals. The end result is....happy clients!

Compact Kitchens - Several Examples

San Luis Kitchen Co.

This is an example of a small country galley eat-in kitchen in San Luis Obispo with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, multi-coloured floor, brown benchtop and timber.

Westlake Village Estate

Design Theory Inc.

Photo of a transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, black benchtop and timber.

Play, Party & Cook Daycare Kitchen Remodel | Bellevue, WA

United Signature

Kitchen with Stone Slab Splashback and Timber 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!