Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

Kitchens - Provincial

T&K Contractors Inc.

Detailed cabinetry accents lend elegance to a traditional theme in this custom kitchen.
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island, an undermount sink and beige floor.

Finca auf Mallorca

BRÜNING INTERIORS

Large mediterranean open plan kitchen in Palma de Mallorca with travertine floors, with island, beige floor and exposed beam.

Built In Coffee Station

Judi Randall Design

Redesigned the Cabinet Opening to House a Built in Miele Coffee Maker. Had cabinet contractor remove cabinet doors, built new trim and add drawer below for storage and allow for airflow.

La Mediterránea

Le Sable Indigo Interiors

Le Sable Indigo Interiors
Design ideas for a small mediterranean u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Barcelona with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, travertine floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Significant Contemporary Details

The Place for Kitchens and Baths

Ed Butera | ibi Designs
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, an undermount sink, travertine floors, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Tuscan Towne Lake Showcase

Wyrick Residential Design

Design ideas for a large mediterranean galley open plan kitchen in Houston with raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, multiple islands and beige floor.

L'élégance décontractée, 27m2 à Paris

Ameo Concept

A deux pas du canal de l’Ourq dans le XIXè arrondissement de Paris, cet appartement était bien loin d’en être un. Surface vétuste et humide, corroborée par des problématiques structurelles importantes, le local ne présentait initialement aucun atout. Ce fut sans compter sur la faculté de projection des nouveaux acquéreurs et d’un travail important en amont du bureau d’étude Védia Ingéniérie, que cet appartement de 27m2 a pu se révéler. Avec sa forme rectangulaire et ses 3,00m de hauteur sous plafond, le potentiel de l’enveloppe architecturale offrait à l’équipe d’Ameo Concept un terrain de jeu bien prédisposé. Le challenge : créer un espace nuit indépendant et allier toutes les fonctionnalités d’un appartement d’une surface supérieure, le tout dans un esprit chaleureux reprenant les codes du « bohème chic ». Tout en travaillant les verticalités avec de nombreux rangements se déclinant jusqu’au faux plafond, une cuisine ouverte voit le jour avec son espace polyvalent dinatoire/bureau grâce à un plan de table rabattable, une pièce à vivre avec son canapé trois places, une chambre en second jour avec dressing, une salle d’eau attenante et un sanitaire séparé. Les surfaces en cannage se mêlent au travertin naturel, essences de chêne et zelliges aux nuances sables, pour un ensemble tout en douceur et caractère. Un projet clé en main pour cet appartement fonctionnel et décontracté destiné à la location.

Mizels Residence

Rossi Interiors, Inc.

This kitchen was reconfigured and enlarged by omitting an existing hall way and adding it to the square footage.
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Custom Mediterranean

Lori Ramsay Design

Preview First
Inspiration for a large mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Diego with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, with island, beige benchtop, an undermount sink, multi-coloured splashback, travertine splashback, panelled appliances, travertine floors and beige floor.

Design Ideas by Waypoint Living Spaces

Waypoint Living Spaces

Design ideas for an expansive country eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, no island, beige floor, an undermount sink, concrete benchtops, travertine floors and grey splashback.

Carlsbad, California, Modern

dRichards Interiors

This project combines high end earthy elements with elegant, modern furnishings. We wanted to re invent the beach house concept and create an home which is not your typical coastal retreat. By combining stronger colors and textures, we gave the spaces a bolder and more permanent feel. Yet, as you travel through each room, you can't help but feel invited and at home.

Mid Laundry Cabinet / Kitchen Nook

Aesthetics Interiors Inc

Mid Century Contemporary Remodel.
Mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, travertine floors and beige floor.

Lakewood Ranch Transitional Custom Build

Willow & August Interiors

Caroline von Weyher, Interior Designer, Willow & August Interiors
Inspiration for an expansive transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, multiple islands, beige floor and grey benchtop.

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.

Southern Living, Cordillera Ranch

NR Interiors

Inspiration for a transitional kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors and beige floor.

Gaillardia Estate

Nicole Rickey Interior Design

Photo of a large u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Oklahoma City with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

English Country House, Kitchen

Morrow Interiors, Inc.

Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

Anderson Home

Natural Stone Source

Photo of a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Luis Obispo with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

L'élégance décontractée, 27m2 à Paris

Ameo Concept

Kitchen with Travertine Floors and Beige Floor 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!