Photo of a mid-sized modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Sea of Tile

Victoria Highfill

Large midcentury galley separate kitchen in Nashville with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and grey benchtop.

Mother's Suite

Rick & Cindy Black Architects

custom reclaimed pine shelves on hidden steel brackets Fireclay Tile - color 'Jade' Silestone Blanco City countertops Schoolhouse Electric Alabax pendants IKEA cabinets Leonid Furmansky Photography

Woodland Custom Home

Cabinetry by Cales, Inc.

Woodland Cabinetry Rustic Kitchen
Photo of a large country l-shaped kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Service Area

Monteforte Construction Inc.

Old world charm service area. Warm cabinets with glass display fronts. Brick side wall and mahogany flooring.
Small midcentury galley kitchen pantry in New York with dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, with island, an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown splashback, terra-cotta splashback, white appliances and medium hardwood floors.

Mediterranean Kitchen

This is an example of an expansive mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Ranch Renovation - Kitchen

Paxton Place Design

From the reclaimed brick flooring to the butcher block countertop on the island, this remodeled kitchen has everything a farmhouse desires. The range wall was the main focal point in this updated kitchen design. Hand-painted Tabarka terra-cotta tile creates a patterned wall that contrasts the white walls and beige cabinetry. Copper wall sconces and a custom painted vent hood complete the look, connecting to the black granite countertop on the perimeter cabinets and the oil rubbed bronze hardware. To finish out the farmhouse look, a shiplapped ceiling was installed.

Coker Hills Traditional Kitchen

Ironwood Custom Remodels LLC

Mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Raleigh with light hardwood floors, a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and white benchtop.

Handy Storage Solutions - Spice Cabinet

JBR Designs

A handy spice rack placed next to the range offers a functional storage option for your kitchen. Beautiful terra cotta style, 3 inch square, white and gray backsplash complements the white upper and medium wood lower cabinets in this gorgeous kitchen. A 36 inch gas range with stainless steel chimney hood and white engineered quartz countertops complete the look.

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

Beachy Boheme Interiors

This modern farmhouse kitchen remodel in Leucadia features a combination of gray lower cabinets and white uppers with brass hardware and pendant lights. White oak floating shelves and leather counter stools add warmth and texture to the space. We used matte black fixtures to compliment the windows and tied them in with the wall sconces.

SmåHus Tiny House

Tiffany Israel

Galley kitchen with farmhouse kitchen sink, scalloped tile and induction cooktop
Small scandinavian galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, no island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Beekman Kitchen

Deborah Leamann

Tom Grimes
Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, white appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Southwestern Kitchen in Jamison, PA

Lang's Kitchen & Bath

This kitchen renovation brings a taste of the southwest to the Jamison, PA home. The distinctive design and color scheme is brought to life by the beautiful handmade terracotta tiles, which is complemented by the warm wood tones of the kitchen cabinets. Extra features like a dish drawer cabinet, countertop pot filler, built in laundry center, and chimney hood add to both the style and practical elements of the kitchen.

Rt 108 Kitchen

ALC CONTRACTORS LLC

Mid-sized contemporary kitchen in Baltimore with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors and with island.

Sage Green Inset Door Kitchen

Kayron Brewer, CMKBD / Studio K B

This remodeled kitchen was transformed from a tiny compact kitchen to a small scale kitchen with much improved flow and storage. The space has become the central location for family interaction. An arched wall of a breakfast room was removed to create a better flow and layout to the space. We created the remembrance of the original arch within the new cabinetry detail over the built in bench seating and also within the hood.

Berkeley Vale Home

AMA Studio Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Central Coast with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, white appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen Renovation and extension

KY INTERIORS

Entertaining is easy with this solid walnut countetop, large multi function sink and beverage refrigerator built into the island. LED dimmable recessed lighting allows for function and ambiance. A steam /convenction oven was added as well as a warming drawer. Photo by tori aston

Colorful Southwest Santa Fe, NM

STATEMENTS IN Tile/Lighting/Kitchens/Flooring

A colorful casita kitchen, filled with Mexican tile patterns, welcomes guests from around the world. Photo by: Richard White
Small l-shaped separate kitchen in Albuquerque with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, tile benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Warren Terrace Hinsdale

Plain & Posh

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.

Kitchen remodel maximizes storage and style

Dover Home Remodelers

The countertop surfaces in Brown Antique granite in a honed (leather) finish provide texture and a sleek finish in the space.
This is an example of a mid-sized u-shaped separate kitchen in Cleveland with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, beige floor and black benchtop.

All Cabinet Styles Kitchen with Terra-cotta Splashback 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!