This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula and wood benchtops.

Kitchen Remodel: Before Photos

Morris Builders, Inc

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Hanes

Interiors By Melody

The glass cabinets create a nice transition to the Living Room.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Kansas City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and a peninsula.

Charming Condo Kitchen

Robinwood Kitchens

Andrew Pitzer Photography
This is an example of a small traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Classic White Cottage

Kitchen Choreography

Hulet Photography
Photo of a mid-sized beach style galley open plan kitchen in Other with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, subway tile splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Oak patching and refinish

NRG Flooring

Mid-sized country galley eat-in kitchen in Boise with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Retro/Modern/Farmhouse Mashup Kitchen and Bath Renovation

Hannah Dee Interiors

Julia Staples Photography
Photo of a mid-sized country u-shaped kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula and multi-coloured floor.

Renzulli Kitchen Remodel

BGR Design + Build

This new Kitchen is ready for its first use!
Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, brown floor and a farmhouse sink.

Tenderloin Neighborhood

Bailey General Contracting Co, Inc.

Our clients came to us looking to remodel their condo. They wanted to use this second space as a studio for their parents and guests when they came to visit. Our client found the space to be extremely outdated and wanted to complete a remodel, including new plumbing and electrical. The condo is in an Art-Deco building and the owners wanted to stay with the same style. The cabinet doors in the kitchen were reclaimed wood from a salvage yard. In the bathroom we kept a classic, clean design.

Greendale Tailored Kitchen

Renovations Group Inc

Our homeowner had dreamt about one day redoing her beyond outdated kitchen since they day her husband carried her over the threshold. Vinyl flooring used for a backsplash, dingy carpeting, laminate with no sheen left to speak of and mismatched cabinetry…. it was time to make it happen. A year’s worth of planning later, her time capsule became one dreamy kitchen. Functionality reigns supreme in this small, but efficient kitchen where every cabinet has a story to tell and a place to store it. Countertop space to the right of the stove was an added necessity for function and safety. The raised snack bar is perfect for day to day meals and the lowered countertop was a must for this petite baker. A new lighting plan includes recessed lights, under-cabinet and accent lights, while new lighting fixtures reflect the client’s sense of style. Dingy brick patterned carpet was removed making way for new hardwood floors toothed in from the dining room. An airy palette gained some weight with the use of larger details; the oversized hood, beefy turned posts, prominent apron front sink and a grouping of tall cabinets on the refrigerator wall. Glass cabinet fronts, shiny beveled subway tile, and granite countertops allow light to dance around the space. Zachary Seib Photography

Custom Pull Out Pantry Cabinet

Mathis Custom Remodeling

Pull out Pantry in custom kitchen cabinets. North Park kitchen remodel by Mathis Custom Remodeling.
This is an example of a large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Canary Wharf Kitchen AFTER

Millennium Interior Designers

Photo of a small contemporary galley kitchen in London with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback and a peninsula.

West Newton Hill Victorian

Sage Builders LLC

Photo of a small traditional eat-in kitchen in Boston with stainless steel appliances, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Vibrant Victorian

Lisa Batson Goldberg Design

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances and brown floor.

Kitchen

One Kings Lane

One Kings Lane
Photo of a small transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Cabinet Transformation to White

Ackley Cabinet, LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, green splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula.

West Point Kitchen

Franco Design Group

Design ideas for a small transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in St Louis with green cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Abstract Traditional Kitchen

Samantha Burbank Interior Design

This is an example of a transitional u-shaped kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, green splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor, beige benchtop and vaulted.

Mosman

Kitchen Envy - Custom Kitchens

This photo features the integrated elements of the kitchen, including integrated fridge and freezer, integrated ranghehood, integrated drawers in pantry, integrated bin, and appliance cupboard,.

Lawrence Kitchen Design and Renovation

Designs By Gia Interior Design and Renovation

Small transitional u-shaped kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, white benchtop, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, subway tile splashback, a peninsula and brown floor.

Kitchen with Subway Tile Splashback and a Peninsula 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!