The island was designed to feel like furniture in this compact, narrow space. 2 stools for enjoying a coffee while looking out the sink window. Upper cabinets and wall paint were done in a creamy white paint to lighten the space. Rustic wood cabinets create texture and a connection to nature. Craftsman hardware and a black hood modernize this bungalow while natural colored ceramics like the backsplash tile and pendant lights bring the boho vibe. Adornments are all plants in this Biophilic design.

Seaside Cottage

Lenton Company, Inc.

San Diego living is the inspiration for this coastal-style kitchen and bathrooms. It features RTA white shaker cabinets, brushed nickel finishes, arabesque shape tiles that resemble ocean blue -hues, an under-mount granite composite sink, and soft blue paint throughout the house.

Contemporary Kitchen

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island and white floor.

Large kitchen island with oak top

Artichoke

This bespoke professional cook's kitchen features a custom copper and stainless steel La Cornue range cooker and extraction canopy, built to match the client's copper pans. Italian Black Basalt stone shelving lines the walls resting on Acero stone brackets, a detail repeated on bench seats in front of the windows between glazed crockery cabinets. The table was made in solid English oak with turned legs. The project’s special details include inset LED strip lighting rebated into the underside of the stone shelves, wired invisibly through the stone brackets. Primary materials: Hand painted Sapele; Italian Black Basalt; Acero limestone; English oak; Lefroy Brooks white brick tiles; antique brass, nickel and pewter ironmongery.

Happy Place | Beaverton Kitchen Remodel

Mountainwood Homes

The floating shelves are painted Sherwin-Williams Deep Sea Dive (SW 7618) to match the lower cabinets in this Beaverton, Oregon kitchen remodel.
This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic galley separate kitchen in Portland with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, turquoise cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, no island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Mid-Century Fabulous Kitchen

Tricia Hauser Tidemann

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, coloured appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown benchtop and green floor.

Isle of Wight Holiday Home

Imperfect Interiors

We added tongue and groove cladding to the ceiling, a built in window seat, chik blinds and wall lights to the kitchen diner extension of the Isle of Wight project

Isle of Wight Holiday Home

Imperfect Interiors

We laid stone floor tiles in the kitchen diner of this Isle of Wight holiday home, added a new green & black deVOL kitchen as well as wall lights, a var area with copper worktop & a wine cupboard

Modern and Glamorous Expansive Kitchen

Skydell Contracting Inc.

Large midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Aberdeen Model

Old Town Design Group

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Indianapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Niguel Hills Kitchen

Joseph Rodrigues Interiors

Kitchen Remodel
Large beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, white benchtop and vaulted.

Trail View Renovation

Granger Remodel & Design

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

East Melbourne

Camilla Molders Design

Residential Interior Design project by Camilla Molders Design
Photo of a small industrial galley eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, black splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Boho Bungalow Kitchen

Nicolette Jarquin, CKD

Modern Coastal Kitchen

H&Co Interiors

A modern coastal inspired kitchen using a pallet of white and timber with lots of natural layers. This kitchen incorporates lots of storage and a large island for a big family to be seated.

Waiola Ave, La Grange

Tate Enterprises

Design ideas for a small traditional l-shaped kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, no island and white benchtop.

Now and Zen - Kitchen

Drewett Works

Linear in design, the kitchen sits between the living and great rooms, reinforcing the home's open design. Ideal for casual entertaining, the space includes two quartz-topped islands. Douglas fir ceilings are a warm contrast to limestone walls and floors. Project Details // Now and Zen Renovation, Paradise Valley, Arizona Architecture: Drewett Works Builder: Brimley Development Interior Designer: Ownby Design Photographer: Dino Tonn Millwork: Rysso Peters Limestone (Demitasse) flooring and walls: Solstice Stone Quartz countertops: Galleria of Stone Windows (Arcadia): Elevation Window & Door Table: Peter Thomas Designs Pendants: Hinkley Lighting Countertops: Galleria of Stone https://www.drewettworks.com/now-and-zen/

Beneva Palms Flip House

Urban Oaks Design Company LLC

This kitchen was custom built. The island is Stillwater by Sherwin Williams. And the other cabinets are Pale Oak by Benjamin Moore. I did a whole before, during & after of this house on my YouTube Channel : Lynette Yoder

9323 Augusta

Hartley Brothers Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Elburn Beauty

Kane Home Cabinetry and Design

Redefining budget conscience design for a new construction in Elburn, Illinois.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Vinyl Floors and Limestone 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!