This new layout maximize the counter top and cabinet storage, by moving the refrigerator to another area. This Spanish style kitchen is much more functional and spacious. Removing the wall allowed the us to create a counter height bar and a great setup for entertaining.

Stonepeak Plane Large Format Tile

Mo Stone, Inc.

Large format tile countertops installed with a mitered edge and zero radius sink. Color is Calcutta Marble. Photos by Mo Stone, Inc.
Large contemporary kitchen in Other with tile benchtops.

Estes Park Getaway

Designward Inc.

Rustic kitchen with custom cabinetry and handmade tile countertops.
Photo of a mid-sized country u-shaped separate kitchen in Denver with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, tile benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Bob's Designs

User

Country kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, tile benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Aspen Ln - Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Dawn Jackson

Mid-sized mediterranean eat-in kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, tile benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors and no island.

Bob's Designs

User

Inspiration for a country kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, tile benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen Projects - Country style

Kurtis Kitchen & Bath

This is a country-style kitchen with Kraftmaid Oak cabinetry in Autumn Blush with glass door accents, textured tile counter top, mosaic tile back splash, butcher block island and half wall area, stainless appliances, white over-mounted sink, oil rubbed bronze faucet and hanging pendant light.

Cardiff Family Kitchen

LJS Design Inc

This is an example of a mid-sized tropical u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, green splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors and with island.

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.

Détail cuisine

Sandrine de la Sayette

Cuisine sur-mesure avec étagères et façades en bois, crédence en zellige et plan de travail carrelé.
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with medium wood cabinets, tile benchtops, orange splashback, no island and grey benchtop.

West Pennant Hills: House Renovation Sydney 2120

The Renovation Broker

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, tile benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, a single-bowl sink, black appliances and white benchtop.

Perspective

Épicène

conception agence Épicène photos Bertrand Fompeyrine
Mid-sized scandinavian single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, tile benchtops, grey splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Belvedere

Scavolini Store Brooklyn

Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, tile benchtops, ceramic floors, no island and beige floor.

Contemporary Shingle Style

Brooks and Falotico Associates, Inc.

Jane Beiles
Design ideas for a contemporary eat-in kitchen in New York with recycled glass benchtops, with island, open cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, panelled appliances, metallic splashback and metal splashback.

Adobe Home with Tile

Myk's Woodworking

I design and manufacture custom cabinets for kitchens, bathrooms, entertainment centers and offices. The cabinets are built locally using quality materials and the most up-to date manufacturing processes available . I also have the Tucson dealership for The Pullout Shelf Company where we build to order pullout shelves for kitchens and bathrooms.

Ethnic Country, Brookhaven

San Luis Kitchen Co.

A nice Hispanic lady wanted her kitchen to be brighter and to reflect her ethnic heritage. Maintaining the basic footprint to preserve the Terra-cotta floor, San Luis Kitchen replaced her boring flat-panel stock cabinets with custom knotty pine ones. We added details such as rope trim, a stacked crown, and ring pulls for handles. The client then chose a traditional style tile counter at the sink and butcher block for the island. Wood-Mode Fine Custom Cabinetry: Brookhaven's Winfield

Ностальгия по Италии

Левина Екатерина и Вавилова Анастасия

Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, tile benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Montana Beach House

Riedar Design Services

This is an example of a small beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, tile benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Casa degli Gnomi

Mas Foto di Maurizio Sorvillo

Maurizio Sorvillo
Photo of a country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Florence with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, tile benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, brick floors, no island, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and black appliances.

Vintage Kitchen and Powder Room Design

Bellwether Design LLC

This is an example of a small traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, tile benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen with Tile Benchtops and Recycled Glass Benchtops 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!