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.

French Country Style Residence

Michael Hospelt Photography

Michael Hospelt Photography, Trainor Builders St Helena
Inspiration for a l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

Roll-Out Shelves

Shelf Confident

Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley open plan kitchen in Austin with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white appliances, travertine floors, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback and multiple islands.

Mid Century Modern Kitchen that's Connected to Nature

Normandy Remodeling

Natural walnut cabinetry, quartzite stone countertops and backsplash and a large picture window all make this mid-century modern kitchen a celebration of nature.

Palos Verdes Luxury Kitchen

Zieba Builders, Inc.

A luxury kitchen with all the fixings. Unique backsplash made from hand-made glass tile, satin brass hardware and fixtures, custom cabinetry and a gorgeous gold-white-blue color palette are just some of the outstanding features of this awesome project.

Refined Rustic Kitchen

Fiorito Interior Design

The request from my client for this kitchen remodel was to imbue the room with a rustic farmhouse feeling, but without the usual tropes or kitsch. What resulted is a beautiful mix of refined and rural. To begin, we laid down a stunning silver travertine floor in a Versailles pattern and used the color palette to inform the rest of the space. The bleached silvery wood of the island and the cream cabinetry compliment the flooring. Of course the stainless steel appliances continue the palette, as do the porcelain backsplash tiles made to look like rusted or aged metal. The deep bowl farmhouse sink and faucet that looks like it is from a bygone era give the kitchen a sense of permanence and a connection to the past without veering into theme-park design. Photos by: Bernardo Grijalva

Classic traditional West Plano Kitchen Update

Interiors by Kathy Rollins, LLC

This lovely west Plano kitchen was updated to better serve the lovely family who lives there by removing the existing island (with raised bar) and replaced with custom built option. Quartzite countertops, marble splash and travertine floors create a neutral foundation. Transitional bold lighting over the island offers lots of great task lighting and style.

Santaluz Project

Anne Rae Design

Photography: Jenny Siegwart
Inspiration for a large transitional kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Christopher Lane

AFT Construction

Roehner and Ryan
Large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

Farmhouse White Kitchen Remodel

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

The Key Elements for a Cozy Farmhouse Kitchen Design. ... “Classic American farmhouse style includes shiplap, exposed wood beams, and open shelving,” Mushkudiani says. “Mixed materials like wicker, wood, and metal accents add dimension, colors are predominantly neutral: camel, white, and matte black

Burford

Cheverell

Design ideas for a large country l-shaped separate kitchen in Wiltshire with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

Louis Kitchen

Alair Homes Plano

This couple moved to Plano to be closer to their kids and grandchildren. When they purchased the home, they knew that the kitchen would have to be improved as they love to cook and gather as a family. The storage and prep space was not working for them and the old stove had to go! They loved the gas range that they had in their previous home and wanted to have that range again. We began this remodel by removing a wall in the butlers pantry to create a more open space. We tore out the old cabinets and soffit and replaced them with cherry Kraftmaid cabinets all the way to the ceiling. The cabinets were designed to house tons of deep drawers for ease of access and storage. We combined the once separated laundry and utility office space into one large laundry area with storage galore. Their new kitchen and laundry space is now super functional and blends with the adjacent family room. Photography by Versatile Imaging (Lauren Brown)

Contemporary Spenlow Kitchen | Victorian Townhouse

Humphrey Munson

The Spenlow kitchen design really suits the classic contemporary feel of this Victorian family home in Chelmsford, Essex. With two young children, the homeowners wanted a versatile space that was suitable for everyday family life but also somewhere they could entertain family and friends easily. Embracing the classic H|M design values of symmetry, simplicity, proportion and restraint, the Spenlow design is an understated, contemporary take on classic English cabinetry design. With metallic accents throughout – from the pendant lighting, to the polished nickel hardware, this design is the perfect balance of classic and contemporary. Photo Credit: Paul Craig

Serenity

Sun West Custom Homes LLC

Large center island in kitchen with seating facing the cooking and prep area.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Las Vegas with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island, flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback and grey floor.

Craftsman Kitchen Before and After

Hampton's Kitchens & Appliances

Photo of a small arts and crafts l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors and no island.

Modern French

Kieran J. Liebl, Royal Oaks Design, Inc. MN

Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, dark wood cabinets, stone tile splashback, travertine floors and grey floor.

Car Collectors Dream Design on Close to One Acre in Windermere

Element Home Builders

This is an example of a large mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orlando with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, black appliances, travertine floors and multiple islands.

Cambria Kitchen Designs

Perfect Trades LLC

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Orlando with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, travertine floors and with island.

Cherry Hill, Sternberg project

Ilkem Marble & Granite Inc

Large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

A Chef's Craftsman Kitchen

Moxie Design Studio, LLC

Interior Design: Moxie Design Studio LLC Architect: Stephanie Espinoza Construction: Pankow Construction
Large arts and crafts kitchen pantry in Phoenix with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors and with island.

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!