Transferred this space from dated crème colors and not enough storage to modern high-tech with designated storage for every item in the kitchen
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern u-shaped kitchen pantry in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, travertine floors, a peninsula, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Young Kitchen

Turan Designs, Inc.

Traditional Kitchen
Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with granite benchtops, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, travertine splashback, an undermount sink, beige splashback, white appliances, travertine floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Mid Century Modern Kitchen that's Connected to Nature

Normandy Remodeling

This mid-century modern home celebrates the beauty of nature, and this newly restored kitchen embraces the home's roots with materials to match. Walnut cabinets with a slab front in a natural finish complement the rest of the home's paneling beautifully. A thick quartzite countertop on the island, and the same stone for the perimeter countertops and backsplash feature an elegant veining. The natural light and large windows above the sink further connect this kitchen to the outdoors, making it a true celebration of nature.\

Winter Sun - Transitional

Kitchens by Good Guys

At our Winter Sun project, the house was very Tuscan Old World, and our homeowners were wanting a change from all the dark colors. We updated the kitchen, master bathroom and the powder room but kept existing travertine flooring. In the kitchen, we have white painted cabinets on the perimeter, grey painted cabinets for the island with marble looking quartz and grey subway backsplash laid in a herringbone pattern. To add texture, we designed a drywall hood to really make a statement.

Spanish Revival Custom Home

Jorge Ulibarri Custom Homes

A custom range hood crafted of precast stone coordinates with handpainted tiles on the backsplash of the range niche in this Spanish Revival Custom Home by Orlando Custom Homebuilder Jorge Ulibarri.

Built-in appliances

Bryan Turner Kitchens Ltd

Fully built in Falcon Range Cooker with stainless steel accents chosen to tie in the other appliances (wine cooler & built in fridge freezer) and metallic finishes to harmonise the feel of the room

Mediterranean Manhattan Beach Home

Tomaro Architecture

Photography: Geoff Captain Studios
Inspiration for a mediterranean eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances and travertine floors.

70s Bungalow

Aiinu Design

Interior Design by Aiinu Design. Offene Küche in Schwarz. Arbeitsplatte aus Schiefer. Möbel: Vintage Eames Side Chair, Vintage Eames Lounge Chair, Eames Rocking Chair, Nussbaum Tisch, Bücherregal nach Maß. Lampen: Leaf Lamp aus Eschenholz Furnier von Aiinu Design. Boden: Travertin.

Amherst

User

This is an example of an expansive mediterranean l-shaped kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Transitional Kitchen

Mid-sized transitional kitchen in Essex with mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, white benchtop, a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige floor, travertine floors and white cabinets.

Cocina minimalista en colores gris y beige

Hermanos Pérez

This is an example of a mid-sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Madrid with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Detail view of the Granite Countertop and Backsplash

Bellevue Remodel and Design

Fabuwood Birch Galaxy Pecan cabinets with dovetail drawers and soft-close glides and hinges are completed by the matching crown moulding. The all-wood cabinets are accented by granite countertops, Cabot Road backsplash, recessed lights, LED Task Lighting, and Quartz stone flooring.

On the Bluff

User

Inspiration for a large country l-shaped separate kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

Exquisitely Renovated Semi

Cordony Group

This is an example of a small scandinavian galley eat-in kitchen in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

Matthews Kitchen Makeover

Completely Personal Homes LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Charlotte with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

Roll-Out Shelves

Shelf Confident

Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall open plan kitchen in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback and travertine floors.

Stylish Transitional Home in LA, CA.

Custom Design & Construction

Our homeowner approached us first in order to remodel her master suite. Her shower was leaking and she wanted to turn 2 separate closets into one enviable walk in closet. This homeowners projects have been completed in multiple phases. The second phase was focused on the kitchen, laundry room and converting the dining room to an office. View before and after images of the project here: http://www.houzz.com/discussions/4412085/m=23/dining-room-turned-office-in-los-angeles-ca https://www.houzz.com/discussions/4425079/m=23/laundry-room-refresh-in-la https://www.houzz.com/discussions/4440223/m=23/banquette-driven-kitchen-remodel-in-la We feel fortunate that she has such great taste and furnished her home so well! Kitchen: The two biggest requests are homeowner had for their kitchen remodel was banquette seating and to reconfigure it so that she didn’t do so much walking while cooking. This transitional kitchen features white painted cabinets and a granite countertop. There are 4 pieces of historic porcelain tile from South America featured. The flooring is Narbina in a French pattern. In addition to the designer pendent light by Jamie Young: Flowering Lotus Antique Gold, there are also LED recessed lights. For the appliances our client decided on a Thermador 36” Gas Range, Kitchen Aid Refrigerator and Thermador Dishwasher. The kitchen has open shelving above the countertop and in the pantry.

Luminescent Luxury with Leathered Taj Mahal and Swarovski Crystal Hardware

Lauren Levant Interior

This is a traditional kitchen, yet the materials make it extraordinary: mosaics of natural seashell in a herringbone motif have been applied into the inside of the rich walnut cabinetry, creating a luminescent texture to the upper level areas. Beyond the rich walnut, the oven section and the custom hood accents are finished in a soft metallic gold lacquer. For the work tops, leathered quartzite creates a light but rich surface that begs to be touched. Metallic bronze glazed subway tile, grouted with glittering silica creates a dramatic backsplash that challenges the definition of traditional design. On the cabinetry, custom bronze hardware by Edgar Berebi is inset with hundreds of Swarovski crystals, producing an opulent layer of detail that feels like jewelry. Shimmering cut glass and crystal chandeliers finish off the luxe look in a way that feels glamorous and timeless. Dave Bryce Photography

RESIDENTIAL PROJECT

Steele Street Studios

Transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors and multiple islands.

Contemporary Remodel

Capstone Custom Builders

Photo Credit: INCKX photography
Large transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors and with island.

All Cabinet Styles Kitchen with Travertine 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!