These homeowners were ready to update the home they had built when their girls were young. This was not a full gut remodel. The perimeter cabinetry mostly stayed but got new doors and height added at the top. The island and tall wood stained cabinet to the left of the sink are new and custom built and I hand-drew the design of the new range hood. The beautiful reeded detail came from our idea to add this special element to the new island and cabinetry. Bringing it over to the hood just tied everything together. We were so in love with this stunning Quartzite we chose for the countertops we wanted to feature it further in a custom apron-front sink. We were in love with the look of Zellige tile and it seemed like the perfect space to use it in.

Well-Crafted Kitchen

LMOH Home

An inspiring kitchen crafted with thoughtful ingredients to withstand this growing family’s energetic and active lifestyle. A tribute to bringing the outdoors in, reclaimed floors, natural stone and baked terra cotta tiles in shades of aquamarine emboldens the neutral color palette while mixed metals in polished chrome and hand-forged iron add timeless appeal. | Photography Joshua Caldwell

Herringbone Brick Ceiling

Fratantoni Design / Residential Architects

Incorporating architectural design elements such as this herringbone ceiling, custom hood and range, wood floor, and custom backsplash create the perfect kitchen.

Mission Style - Kitchen Range www.hryanstudio.com

H. Ryan Studio

Heather Ryan, Interior Designer H.Ryan Studio - Scottsdale, AZ www.hryanstudio.com
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Hope Ranch, Santa Barbara, Major Remodel, Spanish Colonial

Dennis Thompson Architect

Allen Construction - Contractor, Shannon Scott Design-Interior Designer, Jason Rick Photography - Photographer
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Manasquan

Nina Maffey Photography

This is an example of an eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Kitchen Remodel - Sipos

Mauk Cabinets by Design

We have a wonderful kitchen remodel. This kitchen uses Wellborn Forest's Champagne painted finish to create a bright and airy space. The Champagne painted finish has a Chocolate glaze to add a more rustic, hand-made look to their kitchen. The glaze stands out perfectly on the Madison raised panel door style. Designer: Aaron Mauk

Southwestern Contemporary Living in the Texas Hill Country

J B Hall Custom Homes

Julie Albini
Photo of a large u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Gordon Residence

Brechbuhler Architects

Karl Neumann
Design ideas for a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, limestone benchtops, yellow splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Josephine Place

Jkath Design Build + Reinvent

Chelsie Lopez Photography
This is an example of a traditional eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Warren Terrace Hinsdale

Plain & Posh

Well-Crafted Kitchen

LMOH Home

Hickory Kitchen Remodel

Selkey Homes, LLC

Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Industrial Condo's Open Kitchen

Sarah Montgomery Interiors

This industrial condo in Roger's Park got a complete overhaul. The layout remained while all finishes, flooring and furniture were upgraded. The tall ceilings and large windows are the focal point of the space and so we kept it light and bright, while mixing textures and finishes to create interest. The client's own eclectic art and object collections pair perfectly with the pops of color in the furniture and accessories. The hand glazed kitchen backsplash tile is the perfect contrast to the white, wood and stainless steel and nods to the changing colors of the lake view across.

Farmhouse Kitchen

www.WoodstockKitchens.com

Design ideas for a small country l-shaped separate kitchen in Burlington with no island, an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, tile benchtops, red splashback, terra-cotta splashback, coloured appliances, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

EMERALD CITY

Studio Sven

Jacob Hand Photography + Motion- Photographer
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic u-shaped separate kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Coastal Kitchens

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Providence with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, an undermount sink and brown floor.

Josephine Place

Jkath Design Build + Reinvent

Chelsie Lopez Photography
Design ideas for a traditional eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

A Client's Perspective

EURO Design Build

Kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, blue splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

TALL, DARK + HAWKEYE

Studio Sven

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Kitchen with Terra-cotta Splashback and Dark Hardwood 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!