Photography Morgan Sheff
Photo of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, tile benchtops, blue splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, ceramic splashback and turquoise benchtop.

Contemporary Kitchen

Photo of a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Seattle with stainless steel appliances, glass benchtops, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, blue splashback and turquoise benchtop.

Glass Countertops

Abraxis Art Glass & Doors, Inc

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, glass benchtops, glass sheet splashback, travertine floors, multiple islands, blue splashback and turquoise benchtop.

Vintage Craftsman

The Home Co.

BrightRoomSF Photography San Francisco Marcell Puzsar
Photo of a small arts and crafts u-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, tile benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, with island and turquoise benchtop.

Historic Victorian Renovation

Copper Sky Design + Remodel

Inspiration for a large tropical galley eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, mosaic tile splashback, with island, white cabinets and turquoise benchtop.

Eclectic Contemporary

Norsk Design-Build

This project began with the request to update the existing kitchen of this eclectic waterfront home on Puget Sound. The remodel entailed relocating the kitchen from the front of the house where it was limiting the window space to the back of the house overlooking the family room and dining room. We opened up the kitchen with sliding window walls to create a natural connection to the exterior. The bold colors were the owner’s vision, and they wanted the space to be fun and inviting. From the reclaimed barn wood floors to the recycled glass countertops to the Teppanyaki grill on the island and the custom stainless steel cloud hood suspended from the barrel vault ceiling, virtually everything was centered on entertaining.

Modern Kitchen

Larette Design

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley separate kitchen in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, glass benchtops, blue splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula and turquoise benchtop.

Interior view

Adam Green Architect

An interior renovation of the historic Phelps-Hopkins house in the quaint river town of Newburgh, Indiana. This project involved the conversion of the original butler's quarters into a new modern kitchen that was sensitive to the existing historical features of the home. The kitchen features a monumental island with Carrera marble countertops and a custom range hood.

Contemporary Kitchen

Peg Berens Interior Design LLC

Please visit my website directly by copying and pasting this link directly into your browser: http://www.berensinteriors.com/ to learn more about this project and how we may work together! This contemporary kitchen with simple lacquered flat panel cabinets is accented with the stunning Amazonite countertop and glass mosaic backsplash tiles. Martin King Photography.

Encinitas Ocean Home

Ginger Rabe Designs, LLC

Custom Kitchen. Custom made cabinets painted in white and the island in a Tiffany blue. Decorative hardware. Glass matte tile in a live edge pattern. Custom decorative glass. Leather barstools. New lighting. This kitchen was a full overhaul to make it light and bright.

Beach House

ThinkGlass

With kitchen windows that face the ocean, the owners wanted to bring the waves inside by choosing a Glass Art Countertop by MAILHOT. “We moved into our beach house yesterday. Let me tell you how fabulous the glass art looks and how thrilled we are! Thank you and please thank the artist for us. We simply love it. Already, it is the talking point of our house. Everyone comments with oohs and ahs!”

Saratoga Full Make Over

Vision Design

The kitchen in this whole house remodel was relocated from another area of the home and walls were removed to create a great room with lots of connection to the outside.

Classic Kitchen Renovation

Svetlana Hanzyy Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and turquoise benchtop.

Rustic-Modern Finnish (Finland) Kitchen

CairnsCraft Design & Remodel

Rustic-Modern Finnish Kitchen Our client was inclined to transform this kitchen into a functional, Finnish inspired space. Finnish interior design can simply be described in 3 words: simplicity, innovation, and functionalism. Finnish design addresses the tough climate, unique nature, and limited sunlight, which inspired designers to create solutions, that would meet the everyday life challenges. The combination of the knotty, blue-gray alder base cabinets combined with the clean white wall cabinets reveal mixing these rustic Finnish touches with the modern. The leaded glass on the upper cabinetry was selected so our client can display their personal collection from Finland. Mixing black modern hardware and fixtures with the handmade, light, and bright backsplash tile make this kitchen a timeless show stopper. This project was done in collaboration with Susan O'Brian from EcoLux Interiors.

Kitchen remodel Easton PA

Concrete Decor Studio & Store

Custom white concrete countertop with leftover tiles from our client's backsplash scattered within. Our artisans crushed & laid the tiles perfectly within the concrete to create an artistic stylish look that ties the whole kitchen together.

Interior view

Adam Green Architect

Saratoga Full Make Over

Vision Design

The kitchen in this whole house remodel was relocated from another area of the home and walls were removed to create a great room with lots of connection to the outside.

Classic Kitchen Renovation

Svetlana Hanzyy Design

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and turquoise benchtop.

Kitchen & Family Room Remodel: Open Floor Plan Kitchen & Den

Blue Envelope Designs, LLC

Galley kitchen with his & her appliance garages, glass door wall cabinets, built-in wall ovens with storage
Large beach style galley eat-in kitchen in Raleigh with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula, brown floor and turquoise benchtop.

Ferndale Road loft convertion

MOCT Studio

Small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island and turquoise benchtop.

Kitchen with Blue Splashback and Turquoise Benchtop 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!