Contemporary Kitchen with white laminate doors

Contemporary Style kitchen with Fabuwood white laminate doors and a granite countertop. Photography by Linda McManus Main Line Kitchen Design is a brand new business model! We are a group of skilled Kitchen Designers each with many years of experience planning kitchens around the Delaware Valley. And we are cabinet dealers for 6 nationally distributed cabinet lines like traditional showrooms. At Main Line Kitchen Design instead of a full showroom we use a small office and selection center, and 100’s of sample doorstyles, finish and sample kitchen cabinets, as well as photo design books and CAD on laptops to display your kitchen. This way we eliminate the need and the cost associated with a showroom business model. This makes the design process more convenient for our customers, and we pass the significant savings on to them as well. We believe that since a web site like Houzz.com has over half a million kitchen photos any advantage to going to a full kitchen showroom with full kitchen displays has been lost. Almost no customer today will ever get to see a display kitchen in their door style and finish there are just too many possibilities. And of course the design of each kitchen is unique anyway. Our design process also allows us to spend more time working on our customer’s designs. This is what we enjoy most about our business and it is what makes the difference between an average and a great kitchen design. The kitchen cabinet lines we design with and sell are Jim Bishop, 6 Square, Fabuwood, Brighton, and Wellsford Fine Custom Cabinetry. Links to the lines can be found at the bottom of this and all of our web pages. Simply click on the logos of each cabinet line to reach their web site.

Jazz Builders

Texas Lightsmith

Kim Feldman
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with yellow cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, soapstone benchtops, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Butlers Pantry

Motif

Design ideas for a small traditional galley separate kitchen in Bridgeport with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, yellow cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances and medium hardwood floors.

Kitchens

Michael Alan Kaskel

Country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Charming Historic Home

Knight Architects LLC

Bright yellow cabinets and stainless steel counters make this cozy kitchen special and easy to cook in. Looks out over lovely mature private garden.

Victorian Kitchen Transformation in Denver

JM Kitchen & Bath Design

The owners of this older Victorian style home in Denver wanted a fresh updated eclectic look in their kitchen that reflected who they were. We think you'll fall in love with this crisp white and stainless steel kitchen with shaker style cabinets, patterned hardwood floors, white subway tile backsplash, marble countertops and exposed brick walls in the adjoining dining area.

Wirth Parkway Bungalow

David Heide Design Studio

Architecture & Interior Design: David Heide Design Studio -- Photos: Susan Gilmore
Traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

7519-04 - Paris - Studio

Décimal 'Arc & Agencement

Studio rénové complet. Cuisine avec meuble Tv et table
Small midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, laminate benchtops, black splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and black benchtop.

Hanover Farmhouse Kitchen

Denyne Designs

This stunning and spacious kitchen is replete with unique hand-crafted features such as built-ins, a one-of-a-kind beverage station and custom moldings. The Shaker cabinetry with inset doors and beadboard accents provides an authentic farmhouse look and feel, while the gray, yellow and terracotta color scheme adds contrast and an element of colorful flair. The Butterfly Green granite countertops are offset by butcher block countertops, tying in with the other wood elements within the space. Stainless-steel lighting and appliances, a farmhouse sink, and pot filler are modern conveniences perfect for cooking and entertaining.

Marble Bay Lakehouse

Made To Last Custom Homes Ltd.

Modern farmhouse L-shaped kitchen with warm wooden countertop feature on island. Blue custom cabinetry adds a pop of colour while black hardware and subway tile backsplash maintain the farmhouse style.

Messina Hof Estates Traditional Style Home

Todd Homes

Kitchen off the entryway with large island
Mid-sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, porcelain floors and quartz benchtops.

Colorful Farmhouse | Buxton, ME

Heartwood Kitchen & Bath

Design ideas for a large country l-shaped kitchen in Portland Maine with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Kitchens

Pradhan Studios Photography

1940s style kitchen remodel, complete with hidden appliances, authentic lighting, and a farmhouse style sink. Photography done by Pradhan Studios Photography.

Part One: 1940’s Bungalow Renovation, Tucson, AZ

Patricia B. Warren, AIA Warren Architecture, LLC

The reconditioned stove is original to the house. A retro style range hood provides modern ventilation. The curved open shelves mimic the original cabinetry design.

Pasadena, Ca - Traditional Kitchen

Eaton Designs

Photo by Stephen Schauer
Photo of a mid-sized country kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Costello Kitchen

Turan Designs, Inc.

Farmhouse Country Kitchen Inset Cabinetry
Expansive country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, yellow cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Cortlandt Calacatta Project

Estate Cabinetry

featuring Cambria Gold countertops and Msi Tile
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white floor and yellow benchtop.

North Sea, Long Island, NY Residence

Pamela Glazer Architect

where form and function meet along with family and guest
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Sunny Yellow Kitchen

Diane Burcz Interior Design

Design ideas for a large transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Boston with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

2016 Prism Award Nominee - Isle of Palms Residence

Priester's Custom Contracting, LLC

Patrick Brickman
This is an example of a kitchen in Charleston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Kitchen with Yellow Cabinets and Subway 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!