The layout and constricted flow of this kitchen is typical of mid- to late-20th-century houses. The kitchen was cut off from the family room and outdated cabinetry. The structural remodel included removing the walls, with the help of flush beams, to allow a view of the water from the moment you enter the door. Removing the walls allowed us to maximize the entertainment space with double islands. The result is a beautiful, functional waterside space to entertain in.

Subtle Elegance Kitchen Remodel | Lakeville, MN

White Birch Design, LLC

We are so excited to share with you this beautiful kitchen remodel in Lakeville, MN. Our clients came to us wanting to take out the wall between the kitchen and the dining room. By taking out the wall, we were able to create a new larger kitchen! We kept the sink in the same location, and then moved the stove to the same wall as the sink. The fridge was moved to the far wall, we added an oven/micro combinations and a large pantry. We even had some extra room to create a desk space. The coolest thing about this kitchen is the DOUBLE island! The island closest to the sink functions as a working island and the other is for entertaining with seating for guests. What really shines here is the combination of color that creates such a beautiful subtle elegance. The warm gray color of the cabinets were paired with the brown stained cabinets on the island. We then selected darker honed granite countertops on the perimeter cabinets and a light gray quartz countertop for the islands. The slightly marbled backsplash helps to tie everything in and give such a richness to the whole kitchen. I love adding little pops throughout the kitchen, so matte black hardware and the matte black sink light are perfect! We are so happy with the final result of this kitchen! We would love the opportunity to help you out with any of your remodeling needs as well! Contact us today

2019 GSHBA Parade Home 15

Blenker Construction

This gourmet kitchen features custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, brick backsplash, state-of-the-art appliances, a double island and custom pantry.
Inspiration for a large industrial u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Largo Modern Entertainer

Picture Perfect Kitchen Designs

Brandi Image Photography
This is an example of an expansive modern galley open plan kitchen in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, multiple islands and grey floor.

Clean Lined Contemporary

Beyond Kitchens

Photographer: Marit Williams Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Eclectic Kitchen with Colour.

Pauline Ribbans Design - Kitchen Designer

Pauline Ribbans Design An Eclectic Kitchen with timber and colour used to create a visual feast! The kitchen has an island bench for cooking and a second for preparing food. A CBUS unit is built into a crockery storage cabinet. The kitchen has an inbuilt dish washer that is raised to give easier access. Lots of drawers are used for great storage. It is not often you get to have this much fun with colour and texture!

Modern Simplicity - Scott's Valley

Lewis Design-Build-Remodel

This is an example of a large modern kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

bulthaup b3 Projekt Hoffnungsthal

bulthaup blaser & höfer

This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cologne with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, glass benchtops, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, multiple islands and grey floor.

Spring Showcase Home 2018

ABK Interiors - Annette Kuester

Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, vinyl floors and multiple islands.

Nobilia Alpine White Kitchen

Alexander Kitchens

This kitchen is a recent installation in the Horsham area that has been designed by George Harvey from our Horsham Showroom. This kitchen utilises German manufactured Nobilia furniture from the touch range. The touch range is a matt range that actually uses what Nobilia call a supermatt finish, this gives the door a true matt finish that is almost silky to touch. The lacquered laminate coating on the touch door means that unlike most matt effect doors it is highly resistant to fingerprints and other marks. The touch doors in this kitchen have been used in Nobilia’s Line N handleless option to maximise the modern style that the touch door brings to a kitchen. As with any handleless kitchen a handrail must be used to allow access to cupboards, the slate grey handrail used for this kitchen contrasts really well with the Alpine white door fronts. Nobilia’s own range of laminate worktops have been used in again in the slate grey shade to complement the door fronts in this kitchen. A unique feature of this kitchen is the built-in bottle rack, which can hold up to eight bottles and is a great solution for storing red wine at a suitable temperature and angle. Another great design feature for this kitchen is the display area which is a great use of space for both showcasing decorations and also for storing crockery. The cabinets above use Nobilia grey glass cabinet fronts which add another complementary texture to this kitchen.

2019 Holiday

Teal Creek Homes

Inspiration for a small transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Windermere Modern Kitchen

S&W Kitchens

European Modern Kitchen with Poggenpohl cabinetry
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Orlando with flat-panel cabinets, multiple islands, an undermount sink, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and brown floor.

Larger Than Life Kitchen

E.L. Designs

This kitchen literally doubled in size, when we took over the previous dining room space by knocking out a wall. This family loves to cook, so lots of counter space was a must have as was one island for food prep and one for eating. With young kids and dogs, durable floors were a high priority, and new luxury vinyl flooring (that looks just like hardwood!) was installed throughout the main living spaces as well as the stairs and hallways. The black cabinets, white quartz countertops, gray wash flooring, and brass hardware make for one stunning combination!

South Dakota Custom Lodge Style Home #205

Nordaas American Homes

Julie Sahr Photography - Bricelyn, MN
Design ideas for a large country u-shaped kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, multiple islands and brown floor.

Kitchen Remodel

Builder Brothers Construction

Remodel of existing home kitchen. Removal of walls to create an open concept kitchen. Double island design with custom millwork and painting. Minimal wall cabinets used to create a clean and open feel.

South Dakota Custom Lodge Style Home #205

Nordaas American Homes

Julie Sahr Photography - Bricelyn, MN
Photo of a large country u-shaped kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, multiple islands, brown floor and an undermount sink.

Carrollwood Whole Home Remodel

Smith & Steele Designs & Renovations

Design by Amy Smith
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Tampa with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Grey and White Delight- North La Verne

L/L Design - Build - Furnish

Beautiful Custom Cabinets with Crown molding around the entire perimeter of the kitchen space. Islands, and Hood are painted grey for a slight contrast. Farm Sink, drop in cooktop.....All the necessary conveniences for a perfect kitchen space.

Shadow Hawk, Shingle Springs CA - Whole House Renovation

Landmark Builders

Complete renovation of this kitchen to take advantage of the amazing views. Two Islands and a blend of shaker with beadboard cabinets style really work well in this Rustic-Modern home. The Islands are a warmer grey with Granite slabs. The Range has a custom hood made of Iron to match the family room custom iron mantel, fireplace and wood box along with the backsplash stone. The perimeter counters are quartz and the beautiful windows have coverings that are operated electronically by your iphone. Georgia George Design, Karan Thompson Photography

Expansive Gourmet Kitchen and Family Room

Ranieri Construction LLC

Design ideas for an expansive modern kitchen in Las Vegas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, coloured appliances, vinyl floors, multiple islands, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Vinyl Floors and multiple Islands 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!