Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Geelong with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, white benchtop, wood and grey floor.

Project 42

The Main Company

This is an example of a country l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, orange cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, beige benchtop, exposed beam, vaulted and wood.

Beachfront Kitchen

HRH Construction Inc.

Contrasting grey island cabinets with white wall cabinets.
Photo of a large beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop, exposed beam, vaulted and wood.

Small cabin kitchen remodel

Interior Motives

This was a small cabin located in South Lake Tahoe, CA that was built in 1947. The existing original kitchen was tiny, inefficient & in much need of an update. The owners wanted lots of storage and much more counter space. One challenge was to incorporate a washer and dryer into the space and another was to maintain the local flavor of the existing cabin while modernizing the features. The final photos in this project show the before photos.

Kaula Project 2019

Freestyle Interiors

Mid-sized beach style eat-in kitchen in Miami with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, with island, brown floor, an undermount sink, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, white benchtop, recessed and wood.

SUMMIT RIDGE

Lissa Lee Hickman

Photo of a traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, black benchtop and wood.

Partial Home Remodel - Pinckney, MI

User

Design ideas for a large country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and wood.

Not Your Grandfather's Barn! A Modern Pole Barn House in Lauderdale Lake Area

Stebnitz Builders, Inc.

This 2,500 square-foot home, combines the an industrial-meets-contemporary gives its owners the perfect place to enjoy their rustic 30- acre property. Its multi-level rectangular shape is covered with corrugated red, black, and gray metal, which is low-maintenance and adds to the industrial feel. Encased in the metal exterior, are three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a state-of-the-art kitchen, and an aging-in-place suite that is made for the in-laws. This home also boasts two garage doors that open up to a sunroom that brings our clients close nature in the comfort of their own home. The flooring is polished concrete and the fireplaces are metal. Still, a warm aesthetic abounds with mixed textures of hand-scraped woodwork and quartz and spectacular granite counters. Clean, straight lines, rows of windows, soaring ceilings, and sleek design elements form a one-of-a-kind, 2,500 square-foot home

Mid-Century Dream

Monarch Kitchen Design Studio

This beautiful Mid-Century was in desperate need of updating in both form and function. Keeping the original ceilings (which had a slope we needed to mind) helped keep the 50's style. The two tone made it so that the kitchen was broken up instead of being one very long white kitchen. Adding the windows on the exterior wall completely brightened up the space too.

Driftwood Cottage

Home at 2 Design

Simple lines in this classic black and white timeless kitchen.
Large transitional eat-in kitchen in Providence with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, grey floor, black benchtop and wood.

Sleek & Edgy

Imperial cabinets & Millwork, inc

Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, with island, beige floor, multi-coloured benchtop and wood.

Wild Apple

SV Design

Nestled in the hills of Vermont is a relaxing winter retreat that looks like it was planted there a century ago. Our architects worked closely with the builder at Wild Apple Homes to create building sections that felt like they had been added on piece by piece over generations. With thoughtful design and material choices, the result is a cozy 3,300 square foot home with a weathered, lived-in feel; the perfect getaway for a family of ardent skiers. The main house is a Federal-style farmhouse, with a vernacular board and batten clad connector. Connected to the home is the antique barn frame from Canada. The barn was reassembled on site and attached to the house. Using the antique post and beam frame is the kind of materials reuse seen throughout the main house and the connector to the barn, carefully creating an antique look without the home feeling like a theme house. Trusses in the family/dining room made with salvaged wood echo the design of the attached barn. Rustic in nature, they are a bold design feature. The salvaged wood was also used on the floors, kitchen island, barn doors, and walls. The focus on quality materials is seen throughout the well-built house, right down to the door knobs.

KITCHEN REMODEL

Mammoth Projects

The kitchen renovation included simple, white kitchen shaker style kitchen cabinetry that was complimented by a bright, yellow, Italian range.
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, coloured appliances, a peninsula, granite benchtops, light hardwood floors, beige floor and wood.

Why Choose... be Eclectic. Modern and Timeless.

Zarrillo's Custom Design Kitchens, Inc.

WHY CHOOSE... BE ECLECTIC.... mixture of Natural woods and metals, stainless appliances with stone tile, hardwood floors with engineered quartz Cambria counters, modern light fixtures and Adirondack stools,

Glen Ellen Residence

Knock Architecture and Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, brown benchtop and wood.

Post and Beam beauty

Jessica Bell Designs

This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped kitchen in Burlington with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and wood.

Transitional Cottage Kitchen with Natural Wood Accents

Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.

This charming transitional cottage kitchen is oh-so welcoming and cozy! Its natural wood accent on the Distressed Black Satin island with a stunning Edge Grain Walnut Sapwood countertop adds warmth and character. The cabinetry in Cloud White features glass panelling for a touch of elegance, and the custom black range hood adds a bold focal point. Perfectly blending rustic and modern elements, this cottage kitchen is a cozy haven for culinary creativity and hosting.

A Perfect Place to Entertain

Arciform

A custom built banquette creates the perfect place for guests to lounge while the homeowners cook, as well as a sunny breakfast spot.
Mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and wood.

Sylvan Lake House

Hy-Tec Construction Inc

After years of spending the summers on the lake in Minnesota lake country, the owners found an ideal location to build their "up north" cabin. With the mix of wood tones and the pop of blue on the exterior, the cabin feels tied directly back into the landscape of trees and water. The covered, wrap around porch with expansive views of the lake is hard to beat. The interior mix of rustic and more refined finishes give the home a warm, comforting feel. Sylvan lake house is the perfect spot to make more family memories.

Small cabin kitchen remodel

Interior Motives

This was a small cabin located in South Lake Tahoe, CA that was built in 1947. The existing kitchen was tiny, inefficient & in much need of an update. The owners wanted lots of storage and much more counter space. One challenge was to incorporate a washer and dryer into the space and another was to maintain the local flavor of the existing cabin while modernizing the features. The final photos in this project show the before photos.

Kitchen with Subway Tile Splashback and Wood 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!