Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped separate kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop, distressed cabinets, concrete benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances and exposed beam.

End Cabinet Storage

KraftMaster Renovations

This compact end cabinet is the perfect place for storing kitchen floor cleaning supplies. Photos by Chris Veith.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Freeman Residence

LMK INTERIOR DESIGN

Scott Zimmerman, Modern kitchen with walnut cabinets and quartz counter top.
This is an example of a large contemporary kitchen in Salt Lake City with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Oakley Home Builders

This kitchen features Venetian Gold Granite Counter tops, White Linen glazed custom cabinetry on the parameter and Gunstock stain on the island, the vent hood and around the stove. The Flooring is American Walnut in varying sizes. There is a natural stacked stone on as the backsplash under the hood with a travertine subway tile acting as the backsplash under the cabinetry. Two tones of wall paint were used in the kitchen. Oyster bar is found as well as Morning Fog.

Transitional Elegance

Kitchens by Eileen

This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, stone tile splashback and brown floor.

Fantasy Brown Quartzite, Build for the Cure 2015 - River Run Davidson, NC

E S Johnson Builders, LLC

Fantasy Brown quartzite countertop Studio iDesign, Serena Apostal
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Charlotte with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Powell Ohio Kitchen

Kitchen Kraft

John Evans
Expansive traditional u-shaped kitchen in Columbus with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, granite benchtops and stone tile splashback.

Bethel Kitchen - Large

GoodHouse Flooring LLC

AFTER
Photo of a large modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Royal York Residence

LUX Design | Interior Design Build

This white kitchen is grounded by the dark espresso island. Carrara marble island with wine storage on the side create a beautiful contrast to the white cabinets with the silestone grey countertops and herringbone backsplash tile. This kithchen renovation included the removal of a load bearing wall to open it up and make it feel bright and airy.

Sellwood Library House

The Works

This turn-of-the-century original Sellwood Library was transformed into an amazing Portland home for it's New York transplants. Custom woodworking and cabinetry transformed this room into a warm living space. An amazing kitchen with a rolling ladder to access high cabinets as well as a stunning 10 by 4 foot carrara marble topped island! This open living space is incredibly unique and special! The Tom Dixon Beat Light fixtures define the dining space and add a beautiful glow to the room. Leaded glass windows and dark stained wood floors add to the eclectic mix of original craftsmanship and modern influences. Lincoln Barbour

West Chop Residence Kitchen

Martha's Vineyard Interior Design

Unexpected materials and objects worked to creat the subte beauty in this kitchen. Semi-precious stone was used on the kitchen island, and can be back-lit while entertaining. The dining table was custom crafted to showcase a vintage United Airlines sign, complimenting the hand blown glass chandelier inspired by koi fish that hangs above. Photography: Gil Jacobs, Martha's Vineyard

Concordia Residence

Hanset Metal Fabricators

Custom designed polished bronze kitchen shelving, ladders, island and hood.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, stone tile splashback and shaker cabinets.

French Country Chateau Custom Home

Fautt Homes

Design ideas for an expansive l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor, beige benchtop, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback and raised-panel cabinets.

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

Hidden Island Storage

KraftMaster Renovations

Adding storage under the island is great for extra items or cookbooks like this family has! The island cabinets are inconspicuous. Photos by Chris Veith.

British West Indies Inspired Custom Home in Winter Park Florida

Element Home Builders

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orlando with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, white benchtop, stone tile splashback, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Skillman project

MAWR Design

This is an example of a large transitional eat-in kitchen in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, black cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, stone tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, grey benchtop and recessed-panel cabinets.

Streyffeler

Crosby Creations Drafting & Design Services, LLC

Large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Charleston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Lane Lake Project

AMW Design Studio

Beth Singer Photographer, Inc.
Design ideas for a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Detroit with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, panelled appliances, limestone benchtops and stone tile splashback.

Monson Kitchen & Living Spaces

Shea Studio Interiors, Inc

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen with Stone Tile Splashback and Dark Hardwood 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!