Complesso La Spina @Toscana Resort Castelfalfi

Piano primo cucina-pranzo
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean single-wall eat-in kitchen in Florence with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, white appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, brown floor, brown benchtop and wood.

Durrette

NEST Design Group

Photo of a transitional u-shaped kitchen in Houston with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, a peninsula, brown floor and black benchtop.

Perspective

Épicène

conception agence Épicène photos Bertrand Fompeyrine
Mid-sized scandinavian single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, tile benchtops, grey splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Escondido Kitchen Remodel

Lars Remodeling & Design

Do we have your attention now? ?A kitchen with a theme is always fun to design and this colorful Escondido kitchen remodel took it to the next level in the best possible way. Our clients desired a larger kitchen with a Day of the Dead theme - this meant color EVERYWHERE! Cabinets, appliances and even custom powder-coated plumbing fixtures. Every day is a fiesta in this stunning kitchen and our clients couldn't be more pleased. Artistic, hand-painted murals, custom lighting fixtures, an antique-looking stove, and more really bring this entire kitchen together. The huge arched windows allow natural light to flood this space while capturing a gorgeous view. This is by far one of our most creative projects to date and we love that it truly demonstrates that you are only limited by your imagination. Whatever your vision is for your home, we can help bring it to life. What do you think of this colorful kitchen?

Crystal City Condo Kitchen

Malte Build LLC

Photographer Credit: livingspacephotos
Mid-sized transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and brown floor.

Spanish Remodel in Pasadena

Denise Bosley Interiors

Inspiration for 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.

Rénovation de 2 studios

Studio Gazelles

Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, terra-cotta floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Transitional Kitchen

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Pelham Arts + Crafts

Innate Studio - Architecture & Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped separate kitchen with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

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.

Strathcona Townhouse

JJ Interiors

Photo Credits: Suzanne Rushton
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional kitchen in Vancouver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Oro Valley 10871

Eren Design and Remodel

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.

Masterful Craftsman Revival, 1910

IS Architecture

This is an example of a large arts and crafts u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, brown splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and brown floor.

Southwestern Inspired Kitchen, Laundry Room, & Office

SOLLiD Cabinetry

PC: Shane Baker Studios
Large kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Dav Kitchen Remodel

KitchenRite, LLC

Large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and brown floor.

IKEA Bodbyn gray

Love Of Function space planning and design

Design ideas for a 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.

Kitchen Design

Lawrence-Mayer Interior Design

A rustic and warm open layout from kitchen to dining to sitting area. Entertain a plethora of guests comfortably here! Deep shades of maroon on the walls ties into the custom covered dining chairs and love seat by the window!

Beverly Hills Bungalow Interior Design Project

Laura Lee Designs

Bungalow kitchen designed by Laura Lee Interiors.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island and brown floor.

Kitchen Remodel

Keim Custom Homes

This 2nd kitchen includes: - custom rustic painted cabinets - antique talevera backsplash tile - birdcage light fixtures - quartzite countertops - Hacienda style handmade staillo tile floor - knotty alder wood window frames

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.

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!