Modern kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, black benchtop and vaulted.

Emerson

Clearcut Construction, Inc.

Modern farmhouse kitchen with tons of natural light and a great open concept.
Photo of a large eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Raleigh with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, black benchtop and vaulted.

Rose Hill

Reece Homes, LLC

Inspiration for a country u-shaped kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, exposed beam, timber and vaulted.

Contemporary Penthouse

TriplePoint Design Build

Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop, recessed and vaulted.

Mid Century Modern Great Room Kitchen

Vision Design

A vaulted ceiling great room with top end appliances, clean mid century modern lines and great access to the back yard.
Photo of a large midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Whole Home Remodel- Almaden Valley

May Construction, Inc.

May Construction’s Design team drew up plans for a completely new layout, a fully remodeled kitchen which is now open and flows directly into the family room, making cooking, dining, and entertaining easy with a space that is full of style and amenities to fit this modern family's needs. Budget analysis and project development by: May Construction

Cherrybrook Kitchen

Dan Kitchens Australia

Nestled inside a beautiful modernist home that began its charismatic existence in the 70’s, you will find this Cherrybrook Kitchen. The kitchen design emanates warmth, elegance and beauty through the combination of textures, modern lines, luxury appliances and minimalist style. Wood grain and marble textures work together to add detail and character to the space. The paired back colour palette is highlighted by a dark wood grain but softened by the light shelving and flooring, offering depth and sophistication.

Lonesomeville Pottery Studio & ADU

Shelter Solutions LLC - ADU Specialist

Small country l-shaped kitchen in Portland with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, tile benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, white benchtop, vaulted and wood.

MM - Hilltop House

Nick Lee Architecture

This is an example of a large country kitchen in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Miami Modern Farmhouse

Maca Interiors

This is an example of a transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and vaulted.

Park City Vacation Home

WPL Interior Design

This vacation home in Park City, Utah was transformed from a dark rustic ski lodge to a contemporary light and airy home. Extensive space planning changes to the kitchen, great room, and master suite made for much better use of the space. The materials selected, such as wood, stone, and painted brick, make the home feel like it still belongs in Park City, but now in a much more sophisticated way. Photography: Miranda Kimberlin Construction: Blackdog Builders Interior Design: WPL Interior Design

Kitchen Renovation • Omega Cabinetry • Designed by Darrin Monaco

Jilco Window Corp.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional kitchen in New York with grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, white benchtop and vaulted.

Whitianga

Real Interior NZ

Beach style l-shaped kitchen in Auckland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Up-Scale Northwoods Remodel

Wood Specialties, Inc.

Photo of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Omaha with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Castle Hills Remodel

Younique Designs

island pendants, barn door, marble countertops, painted cabinets, pantry door, plaster walls, remodel, renovation, spanish colonial, stone sink, vent hood in front of window, wood beams

Stowe Retirement Getaway

Reap Construction

Photo of an expansive eclectic kitchen in Burlington with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, orange cabinets, coloured appliances, with island and vaulted.

Modern Organic Kitchen

Inspired Spaces, Inc.

Inspiration for a midcentury kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop, quartz benchtops, marble splashback and vaulted.

Stuart st. ADU

Baran Studio Architecture

Photo of a small country l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor, brown benchtop and vaulted.

Aspen

Paul Gray Homes

The natural wood floors beautifully accent the design of this gorgeous gourmet kitchen, complete with vaulted ceilings, brass lighting and a dark wood island. Photo Credit: Shane Organ Photography

Pool house with Kitchen and Bar

Boyce Design + Build

The pool house features an open floor plan with custom kitchen and bar, living area and spa like bath offering a relaxing and comfortable setting for a luxurious respite.

Kitchen with Vaulted 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!