Mid-sized contemporary open plan kitchen in Paris with beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

Kitchens

Authentic Custom Homes

This is an example of a country eat-in kitchen in Austin with medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, red splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors and a peninsula.

House in classic style in Rzeszów

Viva Design - Interior Design Studio

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, black appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

Practical Spanish Living

Rustico Tile & Stone

12x12 Antique Saltillo tile. Tile was ordered presealed, installed by Rustico Tile and Stone. Dark grout was left behind in texture to create a reclaimed terracotta tile look. Topcoat sealed with Terranano Sealer in Low Gloss finish. Counters and bottom of hood is Pinon Cantera stone with painted Talavera Tiles throughout. Materials Supplied and Installed by Rustico Tile and Stone. Wholesale prices and Worldwide Shipping. (512) 260-9111 / info@rusticotile.com / RusticoTile.com Rustico Tile and Stone Photos by Jeff Harris, Austin Imaging

Leon Valley Kitchen Expansion

Virtuoso Builders

This kitchen was once half the size it is now and had dark panels throughout. By taking the space from the adjacent Utility Room and expanding towards the back yard, we were able to increase the size allowing for more storage, flow, and enjoyment. We also added on a new Utility Room behind that pocket door you see.

Custom Home

User

Photo of a mid-sized u-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, tile benchtops, brown splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchens

Lunada Consulting & Design, Inc.

Creation of a kitchen space best described as eclectic ranch. A mix of reclaimed materials with modern materials provides an open space for relaxing. While sitting at the bar counter you can enjoy the double fireplace and the views to outside.

Custom Work

Caliber Cabinets, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, orange floor and black benchtop.

Испания на Урале.

Дизайнер Александр Воронов

Воронов Александр. Фото Михаил Поморцев
Design ideas for a country l-shaped kitchen in Yekaterinburg with medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, terra-cotta splashback, terra-cotta floors, no island, multi-coloured floor, tile benchtops and white appliances.

Van Ness by Storie

Storie Collective

Boho meets Portuguese design in a stunning transformation of this Van Ness tudor in the upper northwest neighborhood of Washington, DC. Our team’s primary objectives were to fill space with natural light, period architectural details, and cohesive selections throughout the main level and primary suite. At the entry, new archways are created to maximize light and flow throughout the main level while ensuring the space feels intimate. A new kitchen layout along with a peninsula grounds the chef’s kitchen while securing its part in the everyday living space. Well-appointed dining and living rooms infuse dimension and texture into the home, and a pop of personality in the powder room round out the main level. Strong raw wood elements, rich tones, hand-formed elements, and contemporary nods make an appearance throughout the newly renovated main level and primary suite of the home.

Interni di essenza Mediterranea

Marta Benet

In questo progetto d’interni situato a pochi metri dal mare abbiamo deciso di utilizzare uno stile mediterraneo contemporaneo attraverso la scelta di finiture artigianali come i pavimenti in terracotta o le piastrelle fatte a mano. L’uso di materiali naturali e prodotti artigianali si ripetono anche sul arredo scelto per questa casa come i mobili in legno, le decorazioni con oggetti tradizionali, le opere d’arte e le luminarie in ceramica, fatte ‘adhoc’ per questo progetto.

Kitchen and floor | Private house

Lustri Veneziani

On the kitchen wall: Just White Matt tiles, Ciari line; Alba Chiara, Fusioni line. Floor: Antica Asolo Rosso
Design ideas for a mid-sized industrial l-shaped kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, red floor and grey benchtop.

Pose d'une crédence de cuisine en zelliges nuances gris-bleu

User

PARIS 18 Décor en zelliges 5X5 cm posés un à un en crédence de cuisine. Nombreuses nuances de couleur pour un effet mosaïque pixelisée, le bleu-gris s'associant ici parfaitement avec le plan de travail en chêne. NATOMA

Currin Drive 03

Sharif & Munir Custom Homes, Inc.

This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with beige cabinets, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, terra-cotta splashback, terra-cotta floors and with island.

Pasteur

Pamela Martin

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open plan kitchen in Paris with beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

Lake House

Yichen Ke Interior Design

Modern rustic kitchen design featuring a custom metal bar cabinet with open shelving.
Photo of a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, orange floor, white benchtop and wood.

Küche Nachher

StageItUp

Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean galley eat-in kitchen in Munich with a drop-in sink, red splashback, terra-cotta splashback, terra-cotta floors, with island, red floor, beige benchtop and white cabinets.

SLG CHEZ ARMELLE

Jours & Nuits

Jours & Nuits © 2018 Houzz
Photo of an eclectic kitchen in Montpellier with an integrated sink, tile benchtops, brown splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, a peninsula, red floor and brown benchtop.

Italian Farmhouse Custom Kitchen Remodel | Santaluz, San Diego, CA

Leanne Michael L U X E lifestyle design

Custom carved wood cabinetry with custom brass Inca handles and Moroccan tile
Photo of a mid-sized country kitchen pantry in San Diego with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, terra-cotta floors, beige floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Currin Drive 04

Sharif & Munir Custom Homes, Inc.

Large traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Dallas with a double-bowl sink, beige cabinets, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, recessed-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, terra-cotta splashback, terra-cotta floors and with island.

Kitchen with Terra-cotta Splashback and Terra-cotta Floors 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!