Gorgeous all blue kitchen cabinetry featuring brass and gold accents on hood, pendant lights and cabinetry hardware. The stunning intracoastal waterway views and sparkling turquoise water add more beauty to this fabulous kitchen.

McVey Residence

Lynne Persan/ Building Designs, LLC.

Photo of a traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, exposed beam and timber.

Cortlandt Manor

East Hill Kitchen Design Group

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, black benchtop and timber.

Dunbarton Farmhouse

Alison White Homes

Inspiration for a country u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and timber.

Kitchen Remodel in Edina

M. Gilbertson Design

Large country l-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop, shaker cabinets, subway tile splashback, exposed beam and timber.

Floating Shelves in Modern Kitchen + Mosaic Tile Backsplash

Jennifer Gustafson Interior Design

• Floating Shelves clad in brushed steel • Backsplash Mosaic Tile: Artistic Tile • Decorative Accessory Styling
Mid-sized modern galley separate kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, beige floor, white benchtop and timber.

Island inspiration

12/12 Architects & Planners

This 1990s brick home had decent square footage and a massive front yard, but no way to enjoy it. Each room needed an update, so the entire house was renovated and remodeled, and an addition was put on over the existing garage to create a symmetrical front. The old brown brick was painted a distressed white. The 500sf 2nd floor addition includes 2 new bedrooms for their teen children, and the 12'x30' front porch lanai with standing seam metal roof is a nod to the homeowners' love for the Islands. Each room is beautifully appointed with large windows, wood floors, white walls, white bead board ceilings, glass doors and knobs, and interior wood details reminiscent of Hawaiian plantation architecture. The kitchen was remodeled to increase width and flow, and a new laundry / mudroom was added in the back of the existing garage. The master bath was completely remodeled. Every room is filled with books, and shelves, many made by the homeowner. Project photography by Kmiecik Imagery.

Cottage Classic

Woodways

In this Woodways kitchen, simple white bevel doors are a timeless look for this classic cottage home. The white finish brightens the space and allows the natural light to enter and reflect off these surfaces. Added corbels around the range add character and a traditional style element that ties into the central island. A large decorative mantel is created using the crown that is found on the perimeter upper cabinets to create a cohesive design and create a space for displaying special belongings.

Bay Pearl

Kirsten Johnstone Architecture

Large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and timber.

North Tustin - Addition and Remodel

Pacific Coast Builders, Inc.

Inspiration for a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, beige floor, white benchtop and timber.

Colourful Yet Calm Family Home - Kitchen

Studio Fabbri

Contemporary kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, pink cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, linoleum floors, with island, green floor, grey benchtop and timber.

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

SARAN INTERIORS

This is a challenging kitchen renovation for a beloved old farmhouse with a very small kitchen. We have decided to use white and light colour to make the space feels larger. The client would like a green kitchen, so we used pastel green for the outside and white cabinetry for the rest of the kitchen. Including a Statuario Maximus Caesarstone for bench top and splashback. With its soft pale grey veins adding classic looks for this tiny but yet functional kitchen for the whole family to create delicious meals. The end result is....happy clients!

Cliffside Farmhouse // Modern Farmhouse

Younger Homes

Mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and timber.

Abbotsford Aspirational Living

Lacey Construction Ltd.

Photography by Brice Ferre. Open concept kitchen space with beams and beadboard walls. A light, bright and airy kitchen with great function and style.

Ocean Drive - Entire Home Design in Juno Beach, Florida

Krista + Home

New England Coastal Meets South of France! Lots of shiplap, fumed oak flooring, and gorgeous inset cabinetry
Design ideas for a beach style kitchen in Miami with medium hardwood floors, with island and timber.

Harlequin & Hickory Harmony Kitchen Remodel

Crystal Kitchen + Bath

With the wall gone, this space is transformed into an open and airy room with grand views to the outside. The original kitchen had a cramped, galley style layout with a vaulted wood ceiling. Although the cedar wood ceiling was a nice compliment to the space, it didn’t fit into the new, more modern design that the homeowners were striving for, so the ceiling was painted out white to blend with the vaulted ceiling in the Living Room. New luxury plank flooring in a light oak was installed throughout the main floor to create a cohesive look to the rooms, including the front entry and hallway. The new layout boasts a large island that is perfect for making meals or hosting family get togethers. The combination of hickory base cabinets and painted white wall cabinets creates a clean look with warmth & texture that is contrasting to the light floor color. The captivating emerald-green backsplash tile in the harlequin shape, along with the oversized Nordic pendant lights and leather counter stools add a modern vibe to the room and creates a harmonious living space to relax and entertain in.

Bow Mar Ranch Remodel

KGA Studio Architects, PC

Transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and timber.

Forsyth Luxe and Stylish Kitchen

Rosa Moreno Kitchens

Large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured benchtop and timber.

Arlington Kitchen Remodel

Alison Giese Interiors

A spacious kitchen with three "zones" to fully utilize the space. Full custom cabinetry in painted and stained finishes.
Large transitional separate kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and timber.

CASA CHILL

bymariellamarquez - InteriorismoDecoraciónReformas

Mid-sized u-shaped open plan kitchen in Barcelona with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, pink floor and timber.

Kitchen with Timber 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!