kitchen remodel
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Armstrong-Luxe

Direct Hardwood Flooring

Mid-sized modern l-shaped kitchen in Charlotte with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and with island.

Квартира в стиле лофт для холостяка с 2мя кошками и собакой

Евгения Разуваева дизайнер интерьера 9design

дизайнер Евгения Разуваева
Photo of a mid-sized industrial single-wall open plan kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, with island, brick splashback, panelled appliances, vinyl floors and brown floor.

Kitchen Cabinets

Gam Woodwork

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, panelled appliances, vinyl floors, no island and white floor.

Mid-century Modern Budget Friendly Kitchen

Crystal Kitchen + Bath

The homeowners were very concerned about over-improving their modest split-level home built in 1961. They liked the “mid-century modern” feel and wanted to enhance that vibe. Top on their wish list was to replace the portable dishwasher with a built-in and add a peninsula for seating and workspace. To keep the labor cost down, the soffits and existing ceiling lighting was left intact. The first option was to keep the existing cabinets; however, the original layout did not allow adequate counter space on either side of the cooktop. After considered the price of new cabinets, they realized the value of having a brand new kitchen. The fun begins in the design phase. We chose the horizontal grain laminate to blend with the color of the existing woodwork in the home. The textured rhomboid shaped tile steals the show when accented with contrasting grout. The kitchen is a little mod and a little hip. And fits in perfectly as today’s “mid-century modern” home.

Bespoke kitchen larder

No.54 Interiors

Newly created walk-in larder.
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in West Midlands with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, coloured appliances, vinyl floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

White&Navy

MAC Renovations LTD.

Design ideas for a mid-sized country eat-in kitchen in Vancouver with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and with island.

Meadowbrook Farm - The Waterford Model

Van Metre Homes

Design ideas for an expansive traditional single-wall open plan kitchen in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, a double-bowl sink, solid surface benchtops and vinyl floors.

Monmouth Place: Vesta Apartment

Stark & Goodwin

Photographer: Nick Wilcox Brown
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sussex with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors and no island.

Kitchen Flooring

AJ Rose Carpets & Flooring

Shown here Armstrong's Bandelier sheet vinyl in Flint available at A.J. Rose Carpets & Flooring.
Design ideas for a traditional eat-in kitchen in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and with island.

Webster

1TWO2

A modern open plan kitchen with a three seat peninsula. The striking rich Dekton Laurent work surface is also used to clad the walls. The floating shelf and stepped wall units with warm white lighting gives a seen of space and also highlights the bold panelling.

Однокомнатная квартира для студентки

Студия дизайна интерьера Ольги Егуповой

This is an example of a small transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Saint Petersburg with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white appliances, vinyl floors, no island, beige floor and white benchtop.

The Station One Condo Renovation

RMB Building & Design

This is an example of a small beach style u-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with stainless steel appliances, no island, white benchtop, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, vinyl floors, a double-bowl sink and blue splashback.

Energized Happy Kitchen

Henrietta Heisler Interiors Inc

Recently retired, this couple wanted and needed to update their kitchen. It was dark, lifeless and cramped. We had two constraints: a tight budget and not being able to expand the footprint. The client wanted a bright, happy kitchen, and loves corals and sea foam greens. They wanted it to be fun. Knowing that they had some pieces from the orient we allowed that influence to flow into this room as well. We removed the drop ceiling, added crown molding, light rail, two new cabinets, a new range, and an eating area. Sea foam green Corian countertop is integrated with a white corian sink. Glazzio arabesque tiles add a beautiful texture to the backsplash. The finished galley kitchen was functional, fun and they now use it more than ever.

Кухня-гостиная

Полина Титаренко

Small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, vinyl floors, no island, brown floor, grey benchtop and recessed.

Дизайн-проект пентхауса в ЖК Оазис

Дарья Уткина

Декор на кухне
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Novosibirsk with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, no island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Burnham-on-Sea Sage Green

Walrow kitchens

Traditional styling with a modern colour scheme. The Sage Green shade and white solid surface worktops help to make the kitchen feel light, open and spacious as well as functional. Deep drawers and considered use of the corner storage space mean that everything is there when you need it. As bespoke manufacturers we could adapt units around the existing room features easily. Brunel Photography

Foxrock Co Dublin

Amour Design

Ronan Melia
Inspiration for a transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Dublin with a drop-in sink, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island, beige cabinets, grey benchtop, shaker cabinets and beige floor.

2017 Trending Colors

Finstad's Carpet One

This contemporary kitchen balances muted grey''s with pops of dark red and white for a sleek and versatile kitchen. Complete with grey hex back-splash tile and gorgeous, dark grey floor tiles, this style creates a contemporary masterpiece! Hex back-splash and large tile flooring available at Finstad's Carpet One in Helena, MT. *All colors and styles may not always be available.

MSK Design Build

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional kitchen in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances and vinyl floors.

Kitchen with Solid Surface Benchtops and Vinyl 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!