KITCHEN REMODELING, GENERAL AND FLOORING

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Brookvale Kitchen

Northern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sydney with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, yellow benchtop and recessed.

Светлая кухня

Светлана (INTERIOR)

This is an example of a contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, grey floor, grey benchtop and recessed.

Modern Craftsman | Willow Glen | Cherry

Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.

Simply stunning, this kitchen is bright, open and welcoming. The wide cased opening between the kitchen and living room encourages conversation. Generous space between the island and perimeter allow for multiple cooks to easily move through the space.

Autonomi in 60 mq: Casa, Ufficio, Palestra, Cinema

Liadesign

Liadesign
This is an example of a small industrial single-wall open plan kitchen in Milan with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, no island and recessed.

Zeus Park - Kitchen

Vogl Architects

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style single-wall open plan kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, white floor, black benchtop and recessed.

Kitchen Refresh Success

TKS Design Group

Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW It’s not uncommon to buy a new home and want to make it your own. But that doesn’t always mean starting from scratch – because when something works, it works. At TKS Design Group, we believe in intentional design, not change for the sake of change. Especially when it comes to quality kitchen cabinets. Lead designer, Jennifer, was able to make the most of what worked in this space, while elevating the aesthetic to make the kitchen feel brand new. This kitchen is an example of just that. When the homeowners purchased the home in 2016, they made some initial updates. From painting to refinishing the floors, they began the process of making this house their own. When the time came to update the kitchen, they wanted to work with what they had to elevate the space, while also adding in the design details that were missing for them. Not every space or kitchen requires starting from scratch to make new. Sometimes the layout is just right, and the cabinets are in great shape. Instead, you can prioritize the aesthetic you seek within the scope of what you already have. That is exactly what this kitchen called for. The new statement island in slate was added to make space for the microwave drawer which wasn’t a part of the original layout. The bold tone of the island adds contrast against light perimeter cabinetry painted in Benjamin Moore White Dove. A custom hood accommodates a new blower for an upgraded cooking experience. Quartz countertops paired with a marble backsplash pull everything together. Elevated plumbing fixtures in a polished nickel finish add a subtle sheen and loads of elegance. This client cared a lot about the details of the design, but especially the light fixtures. When we understand what matters to our client, we can prioritize it as a part of our design and process.

Muskego - Kitchen & Living Room Makeover

Callen Construction, Inc.

A tight-cornered kitchen now turned into an open floor concept with accessibility to all areas. A large island in the center serves as a space for seating, as well as another cooking area.

Kitchen View 1

Guideline Studios, LLC

The expansive island with flush snack bar anchors the Kitchen. Clean lines, lots of storage, and plenty of surface space make this room ideal for entertaining large gatherings as well as intimate ones with the family.

LYGON RESIDENCE

Kitchens by Emanuel

MONOCHROME STATEMENT - Custom designed and manufactured kitchen, laundry, fireplace joinery, TV unit and home office - Featuring two of our in-house profiles, finished in a matte black and white polyurethane - Laminex feature woodgrain accents added throughout the home, in floating shelfs, appliance cabinet and in the office cabinets. Matching the new flooring in the home. - Talostone's latest marble look colour featured on the kitchen bench tops with a 40mm mitred edge and honed finish - The laundry, fire place and TV unit featuring a slim 20mm pencil edge in a striking white polished stone - White gloss 'subway' tiled splashback in the kitchen and 'herringbone' pattern in the laundry - Custom laminate benchtop installed in the study finished in a 'natural' feel - Lo & Co handles used in the kitchen and laundry, blending seamlessly into the cabinetry - Recessed LED strip lighting through the project - Blum hardware

Кухня Марта, компактная и функциональная.

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Кухня Марта в современном стиле с фасадами белого цвета из массива берёзы.
Photo of a small contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Moscow with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, terra-cotta floors, brown floor, beige benchtop and recessed.

Pretty Kitchen in Black & White

Design Moe Kitchen & Bath / Heather Moe designer

A cooking area for a serious cook features a Dacor pro cooktop with a stainless steel/glass ventilation hood above.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, black floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Kitchen & Bathroom Remodel

Y2 Design & Build

Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, brown benchtop and recessed.

Transitional Basement Renovation

Boyce Design + Build

The stunning kitchen and bar island is beautifully crafted with rich, dark charcoal, shaker cabinetry, light gray Quartz countertops and a cream-colored polished subway tile backsplash and is fully equipped with all the essentials for entertaining family and friends. A separate beverage station/bar with matching cabinetry and countertops offers a harmonious continuation of the kitchen design and provides additional space for prep and storage. The large pendant lights above the island along with the polished chrome hardware and rustic style floating shelves add texture and elegance to this sophisticated multipurpose basement remodel.

LYGON RESIDENCE

Kitchens by Emanuel

ULTIMO - Bostonia in White

Tuscan Hills Cabinetry

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, black appliances, with island, limestone benchtops, subway tile splashback, painted wood floors, grey floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Asphodel

Acadian House Design & Renovation

Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in New Orleans with quartz benchtops, with island, a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, subway tile splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor, white benchtop and recessed.

La casa dell'artista

michele volpi - studio interior design

particolare è la colonna nera trattata a smalto in finitura lavagna, per poter scriverci sopra con i gessetti colorati.
This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Florence with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, subway tile splashback, coloured appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, grey floor, grey benchtop and recessed.

Modern Club House

Nathan Homes LLC

Modern eat-in kitchen in Omaha with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, with island, white benchtop and recessed.

Sage Kitchen

CO Interiors

A consistent colour scheme or single colour used repeatedly is a simple way to interconnect spaces and create a sense of cohesion. In this space, we selected a soft sophisticated blue that acts as the accent colour in this monochrome space.

Kitchen with Subway Tile Splashback and Recessed 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!