Design ideas for a large mediterranean u-shaped kitchen in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, a farmhouse sink, terra-cotta floors and brown benchtop.

Caisson Studios– Interior Designer Los Angeles

Caisson Studios

Mid-sized eclectic galley separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, yellow splashback, mosaic tile splashback, white appliances, terra-cotta floors, brown floor and no island.

South Castle Rock Kitchen

Friends In Cabinetry, LLC

Inspiration for a large u-shaped kitchen in Denver with multiple islands, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, red floor and white benchtop.

Large Addition Renovation

Bistany Design®

Beautiful kitchen with two islands for a large family to gather in. One island with lots of seating while the other is used prepare meals still leaving the cook with lots of workspace. Between the built-in refrigerator and freezer a pewter countertop was used to mirror the materials used on the hood on the opposing wall.

Murrells Inlet Home

CHD Interiors

Beach style l-shaped kitchen in Charlotte with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, orange floor and black benchtop.

Cane River Retreat

THE COTTAGE

Beautiful kitchen with Bentwood Cabinetry and Walker Zanger tile backsplash.Custom copper hood by the Kitchen & Bath Cottage in Shreveport, LA
This is an example of an expansive traditional kitchen in New Orleans with a farmhouse sink, quartzite benchtops, terra-cotta floors, dark wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, black appliances, orange floor and multiple islands.

SoCal Southwestern Kitchen

Lenton Company, Inc.

A Southwestern inspired kitchen with a mix of painted and stained over glazed cabinets is a true custom masterpiece. Rich details are everywhere combined with thoughtful design make this kitchen more than a showcase, but a great chef's kitchen too.

Merri Interiors, Inc

Large country u-shaped separate kitchen in Huntington with stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, terra-cotta floors and no island.

Goodhue House Apartment

Emergent Form Architecture

The expanded counter space made way for a beautiful double-basin enameled cast iron sink. Photo By Alex Staniloff
Design ideas for a small transitional galley kitchen in New York with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, white benchtop, a peninsula and multi-coloured floor.

Anvers / Belgique

Atelier Werner Fraters Décoration

Credit photo : Claude Smekens
Inspiration for a country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Marseille with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and orange floor.

Randolph Steward Archtitecture, Colleton River

Tom Jenkins Films

Photo: Tom Jenkins
This is an example of a mediterranean l-shaped kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors and with island.

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?

Classic Shaker Hand Painted - Peterborough

Handmade Kitchen Co

Classic Shaker, Hand Painted, Solid Timber construction Double Bowl Belfast Sink, Perrin & Rowe taps Honed African Granite Worktops and Solid Wood Island

Casa en Tossa

Marcos Clavero Llorente

Marcos Clavero para Dos arquitectes
This is an example of a large mediterranean single-wall eat-in kitchen in Barcelona with beige cabinets, terra-cotta floors, no island, red floor, white splashback, recessed-panel cabinets and black appliances.

Airole Way Residence

Chioco Design

This is an example of a contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, a peninsula and pink floor.

The Arts & Crafts Kitchen

Russell J Milligan

Jafmilligan
This is an example of a mid-sized country galley kitchen in Hertfordshire with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, terra-cotta floors, with island, red floor and white benchtop.

Lake House Transformation

Hawks Hollow Builders

Photo of a transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Cuisine

Marion Gouëllo

Shoootin
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, terra-cotta floors, no island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Dark & Light handpainted

Dillons Kitchens & Bedrooms

This beautiful kitchen design, hand painted in Farrow & Ball Downpipe (dark) and Perfect Stone (light), combines slab drawer fronts with shaker doors. The island unit has been finished with surface skirting and detailed end panels, adding an extra dimension to the design. The kitchen is serviced by a twin Neff ovens, a Neff hob and extractor. Images Infinity Media

Country Kitchens

Neil Mac Photo

Neil Macaninch
This is an example of a country kitchen in Sussex with recessed-panel cabinets, turquoise cabinets, white splashback, white appliances, terra-cotta floors and with island.

Two Tone Kitchen Cabinets Kitchen with 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!