This is an example of a mid-sized traditional separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, tile benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Gantz Residence

BP2 Custom Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized mediterranean kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, tile benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island and brown floor.

Sunnyside Home + ADU

Harka Architecture

ADU (converted garage)
This is an example of a small traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, tile benchtops, orange splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor and orange benchtop.

Rising Oaks

Design M Group

Eat in kitchen with dark cabinets the central large island and seating areas.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, tile benchtops, cement tile splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Bailén

Parramon + Tahull arquitectes

Small eclectic u-shaped separate kitchen in Barcelona with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, tile benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, no island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Bellevue Hill Kitchen & Bathroom Renovation NSW 2023

The Renovation Broker

Brett Patterson
Photo of a mid-sized galley separate kitchen in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, tile benchtops, green splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Rénovation et menuiseries en sur-mesure d'un 80m²

Mb. studio

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, tile benchtops, blue splashback, cement tile splashback, panelled appliances, no island and white benchtop.

Farmhouse renovation at Montgomery

Premium Residential Remodeling

This is a fully renovated farmhouse, where the big formats, classic and country style get together to set this amazing views.
Design ideas for a large country u-shaped kitchen in Houston with a drop-in sink, black cabinets, tile benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, multiple islands, black floor and grey benchtop.

Restructuration d’une cuisine - 24 m²

IIM architecte

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Lille with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, green splashback, grey floor, grey benchtop, beaded inset cabinets, tile benchtops, cement tile splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Cuisine Dans Appartement Parisiens

WBDesign

Design intérieur flossie felix
Small contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, blue cabinets, tile benchtops, blue splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, grey floor and blue benchtop.

Rustic Villa by Natura Design S.L.

N A T U R A D E S I G N

Martin Sargent
Inspiration for a large country u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, tile benchtops, brown splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and green benchtop.

Traditional Kitchen Remodel

RYJC Design Concepts

Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen pantry in Detroit with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, tile benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island and brown floor.

Projects with reused furniture, lighting, accessories, floorcoverings and art

Barbara Saskia Design

Photo of an eclectic eat-in kitchen in New York with a drop-in sink, green cabinets, tile benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Tiny Beach Cottage

Tina Kuhlmann - Primrose Designs

Cozy beach cottage with artists loft that is open and airy with eclectic styling and unique touches to create a creative space utilizing every nook and cranny for storage. Photography by John Lennon

D.C. Ranch in Scottsdale, Mission Territorial Courtyard

Darling Residential Architecture and Design

Tired of the typical granite tops the owner chose to go to a more traditional Ceramic tile countertop. The refrigerator and freezer bookend the arched opening to the Dining Room and Wine Room. Hand Hewn wood beams and corbels provide a warm and formal feel to the smooth textured walls.

Kitchen Design

Danielé Perna Designs

Photo of a small contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, tile benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, no island and multi-coloured floor.

Gantz Residence

BP2 Custom Homes

Photo of a large mediterranean kitchen in Phoenix with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, tile benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island and red floor.

Loft St Denis

Lola Charval Architecte d'intérieur

vue sur la cuisine
This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, tile benchtops, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, no island and blue floor.

Restructuration d’une cuisine - 24 m²

IIM architecte

Mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped open plan kitchen in Lille with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, tile benchtops, green splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Kitchen backsplash

Artmosphere

Beautiful backsplash made using Artmosphere Nature full panels with gold accent.
Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Montreal with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, tile benchtops, metallic splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white floor, black benchtop and wood.

Kitchen with Tile Benchtops and Cement Tile 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!