Kitchen Calacatta Gold Marble Polished Island & Via Lactea Granite Leather Grani

This kitchen blends two different finishes, materials, and colors together beautifully! The sheer contrast between both stones really focuses on the artwork of the kitchen- the Calacatta Gold marble on the island. The island countertop in this kitchen is Calacatta Gold marble with a polished finish. The surrounding countertops are Via Lactea Granite with a leather finish. To see full slabs of Calacatta Gold Options click here: http://stoneaction.net/website/?s=calacatta+gold See slabs of Via Lactea Granite: http://stoneaction.net/website/?s=via+lactea See other Leather finish options: http://stoneaction.net/website/?s=leather Thank you Sudbury Granite & Marble LLC for doing a great job fabricating and installing the stones used in this kitchen!

Farmhouse Cottage Kitchen

Maraya Interior Design

Luxurious modern take on a traditional white Italian villa. An entry with a silver domed ceiling, painted moldings in patterns on the walls and mosaic marble flooring create a luxe foyer. Into the formal living room, cool polished Crema Marfil marble tiles contrast with honed carved limestone fireplaces throughout the home, including the outdoor loggia. Ceilings are coffered with white painted crown moldings and beams, or planked, and the dining room has a mirrored ceiling. Bathrooms are white marble tiles and counters, with dark rich wood stains or white painted. The hallway leading into the master bedroom is designed with barrel vaulted ceilings and arched paneled wood stained doors. The master bath and vestibule floor is covered with a carpet of patterned mosaic marbles, and the interior doors to the large walk in master closets are made with leaded glass to let in the light. The master bedroom has dark walnut planked flooring, and a white painted fireplace surround with a white marble hearth. The kitchen features white marbles and white ceramic tile backsplash, white painted cabinetry and a dark stained island with carved molding legs. Next to the kitchen, the bar in the family room has terra cotta colored marble on the backsplash and counter over dark walnut cabinets. Wrought iron staircase leading to the more modern media/family room upstairs. Project Location: North Ranch, Westlake, California. Remodel designed by Maraya Interior Design. From their beautiful resort town of Ojai, they serve clients in Montecito, Hope Ranch, Malibu, Westlake and Calabasas, across the tri-county areas of Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles, south to Hidden Hills- north through Solvang and more. Handscraped custom cabinets built in 1980, updated recently. Honed and leathered golden slabs with carved tile backsplash. Tim Droney, contractor

Mediterranean Chateau - Hand carved cabinet base

Tuck-Bernstein Design, LLC

Designed by C.Bernstein, Created & carved by sculpture & artist Allan Hill Photography: Robin G. London
This is an example of an expansive eclectic single-wall eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, stainless steel benchtops, stone tile splashback and brown floor.

Black and White

Beahm & Son, Ltd.

Photo of a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Küche mit Kochinsel

Schreinerwerkstätte mandelartz

Fotograph: Jürgen Ritterbach
This is an example of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Cologne with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, yellow splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Making Life Easier

Woodridge Custom Builders LLC

This drawer is an excellent storage area for spices, it sits adjacent to the cooktop for quick access during food preparation. Vogt Photography
Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Phoenix with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors and multiple islands.

Canal Kitchen & Bath Remodel

Boardwalk Builders

Complete kitchen remodel with new cabinets, counters and appliances. Photo: Eric Englehart Boardwalk Builders, Rehoboth Beach, DE www.boardwalkbuilders.com

Traditional Home

KBG Design

Nate Lewis for Case Design/ Remodeling
Mid-sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Contemporary Kitchen and Guest Bath

Lynn Hopkins Architects

The re-imagined divider wall is wrapped in honey-colored limestone that compliments the natural wood finish of the existing ceiling and windows. New maple cabinets continue the palette of natural finished wood. The golden tones of the cabinets and stone divider wall add needed warmth to the previously austere kitchen. The pass-through provides not only a generous serving counter for the breakfast area, but also bar seating.

Kitchen

Rhonda Knoche Design

The new multi-level island shields the view from all 3 sides (entry door, family room and nook). The corner sink was removed and patio door moved out of the nook area, allowing for a window seat area or "soft space".

Macintosh Style Art Nouveau Custom Kitchen

Jaeger & Ernst Custom Cabinetmakers

Using native Sycamore as the primary material, we designed this kitchen to create a sense of light and movement. The room’s energy arises from two features. First, the individual cabinets are defined by their placement and their changing heights. Second, the circular island connects all of the separate cabinets by function. The lively mix of materials, wood, stone, tile and copper, blend and reflect light in different intensities, serving each of the kitchen’s purposes. Although many interiors mix various media, an intimate knowledge of their working properties and compatibility is critical to a natural, harmonious combination. This is the world of custom cabinet design and master craftsmanship. Project 6425.1 Photographer Phillip Beaurline

Designing with Wall Tile

Designline

The soft yellow of the small onyx tiles and onyx frame echo the yellow walls in the kitchen and adjacent family room. Creamy white marble tiles blend with the off-white cabinetry Anne Gummerson

Poway, California Kitchen and Master Bathroom Project

Remodel Works Bath & Kitchen

This small kitchen is very elegant with rich, dark, Cherrywood, cabinets from StarMark, Richelieu pulls and Sienna Beige granite countertops with a bullnose edge.

Kitchen Remodel Tierrasanta

DSO Designs

Preview First
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Waterfront Shingle Style

Sheila Mayden Interiors

Kristen Buchmann Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Onyx + Cherry Kitchen

Blue Hot Design, LLC

Kitchen Design: Wells Design Material Selections: Blue Hot Design
Mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, yellow splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Poway, California Kitchen and Master Bathroom Project

Remodel Works Bath & Kitchen

This small kitchen is very elegant with rich, dark, Cherrywood, cabinets from StarMark, Richelieu pulls and Sienna Beige granite countertops with a bullnose edge.

Mediterranean Chateau - Island Seating

Tuck-Bernstein Design, LLC

Robin G. London
Large country single-wall eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, yellow splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel benchtops and brown floor.

Via Lactea Granite Leather Finish Kitchen Countertop

Stone Action

White Bridgewood Cabinets-New Consturction

Design First Kitchen and Bath

Pictured is the open floor plan for this home. With the kitchen and dining room open to the living room and entry area. The natural light is spectacular in this area. The kitchen with its peninsula and island allow for plenty of storage. The cabinets are Waypoint, shaker style in white. Cabinets in the peninsula have glass panels to allow for enhanced design opportunities. The peninsula is double sided allowing access from the dining room area. The island accommodates the sink, dishwasher, and concealed trash basket. The refrigerator is 36" French door style

Kitchen with Yellow Splashback and Stone Tile 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!