Inspiration for an expansive galley eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

IKEA Bodbyn gray

Love Of Function space planning and design

Mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped separate kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island and brown floor.

Tropical Kitchen Remodel in Bonita Bay

Progressive Design Build

This Southwest Florida kitchen remodel features custom Dura Supreme Cabinetry shown in a Vintage Panel door style in “antique white” paint with an Espresso Glaze finish. A wall of kitchen cabinets surrounds a concealed refrigerator and dishwasher for a more seamless look. The striking countertops are finished with a 3 cm polished Nacarado granite—also used on the small, but functional island in the middle of the kitchen. The backsplash is a stunning Sienna Tumbled Stone and includes a 12 x 20 antique bronze mural that acts as a lovely focal point to the kitchen.

Classic Kitchens

Elements Design Center

Hunter Douglas Wallquest Miseno Murray Feiss
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and brown floor.

Trevaylor Cottage

Lydia Allen Interiors

Design ideas for a small eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cornwall with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Spanish Remodel in Pasadena

Denise Bosley Interiors

This is an example of a large mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and brown floor.

Braeburn Mid Century Modern, Houston, TX

Victoria Sheffield

Midcentury modern kitchen with white kitchen cabinets, solid surface countertops, and tile backsplash. Open shelving is used throughout. The wet bar design includes teal grasscloth. The floors are the original 1950's Saltillo tile. A flush mount vent hood has been used to not obstruct the view.

Santa Teresita

Madison Nicole Design

Design ideas for a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Contemporaneo Cucina

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley kitchen in Milan with flat-panel cabinets, black splashback, terra-cotta floors, no island, an undermount sink, light wood cabinets and brown floor.

Industrial Complete Kitchen Remodel

GOODFELLAS CONSTRUCTION

Our clients choose neutral tones, utilitarian copper fixtures, and wood surfaces. The result: an upscale “warehouse look” that combines a true industrial feel with a range of other styles, from earthy to polished. #GFRemodels ⚒ Call us to schedule a free-in-home estimate 877-728-

Casa Cabanyal. Reforma integral

Nodopía, Arquitectura y Diseño

Cocina abierta al comedor y al salón. El patio se funde con el espacio interior gracias a la carpintería de hojas plegables.
Inspiration for a small mediterranean single-wall open plan kitchen in Valencia with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, brown floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

VGM37

User

Mid-sized beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Venice with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Cate Grosch Studio

Stephanie Russo Photography

Large custom kitchen island. Oversized custom pendant lights. Custom flooring and backsplash.
This is an example of a mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

Casa al Piazzale

Leo Bastreghi

Mid-sized country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Florence with flat-panel cabinets, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, white benchtop, a double-bowl sink, light wood cabinets, brown splashback and brown floor.

まっしろでオシャレなカフェ風のお家

ユーディーホーム株式会社

キッチンは弊社オリジナルキッチン。
Design ideas for a scandinavian galley open plan kitchen in Other with no island, an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, terra-cotta floors and brown floor.

Custom Coastal La Jolla Remodel

Marengo Morton Architects

Inspiration for a large mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, solid surface benchtops and brown floor.

The Mill House Kitchen

deVOL Kitchens

Inspiration for a large traditional eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and brown floor.

Mediterranean Chateau - Hand carved cabinet base

Tuck-Bernstein Design, LLC

Designed by C.Bernstein, Created & carved by sculpture & artist Allan Hill Photography: Robin G. London
This is an example of an expansive eclectic single-wall eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, stainless steel benchtops, stone tile splashback and brown floor.

Monte Vista Residence

DK Studio

This early 20th-century house needed careful updating so it would work for a contemporary family without feeling as though the historical integrity had been lost. We stepped in to create a more functional combined kitchen and mud room area. A window bench was added off the kitchen, providing a new sitting area where none existed before. New wood detail was created to match the wood already in the house, so it appears original. Custom upholstery was added for comfort. In the master bathroom, we reconfigured the adjacent spaces to create a comfortable vanity, shower and walk-in closet. The choices of materials were guided by the existing structure, which was very nicely finished.

Realejo 66

Ópera de Domingo

This is an example of a mid-sized country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, white appliances, terra-cotta floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

Kitchen with Terra-cotta Floors and Brown Floor 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!