Modern Farmhouse kitchen with shaker style cabinet doors and black drawer pull hardware. White Oak floating shelves with LED underlighting over beautiful, Cambria Quartz countertops. The subway tiles were custom made and have what appears to be a texture from a distance, but is actually a herringbone pattern in-lay in the glaze. Wolf brand gas range and oven, and a Wolf steam oven on the left. Rustic black wall scones and large pendant lights over the kitchen island. Brizo satin brass faucet with Kohler undermount rinse sink. Photo by Molly Rose Photography

SAVANNAH PLACE MODEL

FabDiggity Inc.

Photo of a large transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and timber.

Cozy & Cute Tiny House

Parlour & Palm

A modern-meets-vintage farmhouse-style tiny house designed and built by Parlour & Palm in Portland, Oregon. This adorable space may be small, but it is mighty, and includes a kitchen, bathroom, living room, sleeping loft, and outdoor deck. Many of the features - including cabinets, shelves, hardware, lighting, furniture, and outlet covers - are salvaged and recycled.

Colonial Revival Restoration + Addition

Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.

A vintage range is one of the beautiful focal points in the kitchen and the black island is a lovely complement. A clear glass door provides access to the yard.

Saratoga

Melissa Nierman Designs

Inspiration for a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, timber and quartz benchtops.

Private Waterfront Residence on the Chester River

Purple Cherry Architects

This stunning coffee bar features a plumbed coffee maker that is plumbed directly into the water lin. In addition, the custom cabinetry was designed to fit perfectly around the artwork.

Kitchens Gallery by Kith

Kith Kitchens

Beautiful kitchen created by The Kitchen Studio.
Transitional galley kitchen with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and timber.

Mequash

Cynthia Hayes Interior Design

Photo of a beach style l-shaped kitchen in Providence with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop, timber and recessed.

塩浜のリノベーション

note architects

Small asian galley open plan kitchen in Tokyo with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, plywood floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop and timber.

Century Oak Farmhouse

Old Barn Design

Kitchen features a large island, walk-in pantry, built-in hutch, double ranges with a feature vent hood, and windows over the sink.
Country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and timber.

White Cottage in the Wine Country

Miyuki Yamaguchi Design Studio

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, black benchtop and timber.

Kitchen Remodel in Edina

M. Gilbertson Design

Large country l-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop, shaker cabinets, subway tile splashback, exposed beam and timber.

Island inspiration

12/12 Architects & Planners

This 1990s brick home had decent square footage and a massive front yard, but no way to enjoy it. Each room needed an update, so the entire house was renovated and remodeled, and an addition was put on over the existing garage to create a symmetrical front. The old brown brick was painted a distressed white. The 500sf 2nd floor addition includes 2 new bedrooms for their teen children, and the 12'x30' front porch lanai with standing seam metal roof is a nod to the homeowners' love for the Islands. Each room is beautifully appointed with large windows, wood floors, white walls, white bead board ceilings, glass doors and knobs, and interior wood details reminiscent of Hawaiian plantation architecture. The kitchen was remodeled to increase width and flow, and a new laundry / mudroom was added in the back of the existing garage. The master bath was completely remodeled. Every room is filled with books, and shelves, many made by the homeowner. Project photography by Kmiecik Imagery.

Cottage Classic

Woodways

In this Woodways kitchen, simple white bevel doors are a timeless look for this classic cottage home. The white finish brightens the space and allows the natural light to enter and reflect off these surfaces. Added corbels around the range add character and a traditional style element that ties into the central island. A large decorative mantel is created using the crown that is found on the perimeter upper cabinets to create a cohesive design and create a space for displaying special belongings.

French Country in Cane Creek

Osada Construction

Large kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white benchtop and timber.

Island inspiration

12/12 Architects & Planners

Urban Farmhouse Kitchen

Zieba Builders, Inc.

White backsplash with black grout and matching white custom cabinetry with black hardware. The butcher block island countertop, and the tasteful pendant lighting add to the farmhouse charm. Shiplap ceiling, exposed beams, and a decluttered look with little overhead cabinetry round off the look! Stainless steel range/hood combination with potfiller fits right in!

North Tustin - Addition and Remodel

Pacific Coast Builders, Inc.

Sinclair Estates

LP-wood Ltd.

Transitional u-shaped kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and timber.

Carlisle Century Home

Cranberry Hill Kitchens

Beautiful eat-in kitchen with a stunning custom baker's island center-kitchen. This kitchen includes paneled appliances, a large custom hood, white framed cabinetry, solid pine island and fridge, glass china cabinetry, brass plumbing fixtures, backsplash to the ceiling, and marble countertops.

Kitchen with Subway Tile 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!