The Heritage Haven 2016 Salt Lake Award Winning Parade Home

Mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula and multi-coloured floor.

Coastal Kitchen

Larissa Hicks- S&W Kitchens, Inc.

Rickie Agapito
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style single-wall open plan kitchen in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, 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.

Farmhouse White shaker kitchen remodeling

Lazy Susan Kitchen Design

Custom Wood Hood with custom floating shelves.
This is an example of a mid-sized country galley eat-in kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Transitional Kitchen Remodel with Two Tone White Oak

Mariano & Co., LLC

Inspiration for a large transitional kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Milbank Beach Condo

Tanya Ryan Design

Newly remodeled kitchen in this Beach Condo Rental maintained the original cabinetry but with an updated look. Painting the cabinets freshened up the space and spread the budget farther. With new countertops, backsplash, sink, fixtures and appliances the space feels brand new.

Rancho Remodel

LionCraft Construction

From the initial consultation call & property-visit, this Rancho Penasquitos, San Diego whole-home remodel was a collaborative effort between LionCraft Construction & our clients. As a Design & Build firm, we were able to utilize our design expertise and 44+ years of construction experience to help our clients achieve the home of their dreams. Through initial communication about texture, materials and style preferences, we were able to locate specific products and services that resulted in a gorgeous farmhouse design job with a modern twist, taking advantage of the bones of the home and some creative solutions to the clients’ existing problems.

Family of Four + Rufus

Design Studio West

Space is what this family of four needed. Not just space, but a fun space where they could cook together, and have room to play. Design Studio West - Adriana Cordero The three different colored cabinets and 2 different door styles give this kitchen a fun and inviting feel. Design Studio West - Adriana Cordero

Radiant Concord Home

3W design, inc.

Northpeak Design Photography
Photo of a small transitional single-wall kitchen pantry in Boston with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

San Jose Eichler

BLAINE architects

Jean Bai, Konstrukt Photo
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

White kitchen with Enchanted Forest Granite

Silver Fern Construction & Remodeling

This new transitional White kitchen with Granite Enchanted forest with new lighting, and under counter lighting. This new kitchen has added beauty and function to the owners.

Transitional Condo Kitchen Remodel

Royal Remodeling & Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Tampa with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Malibu Kitchen

Alana A. Busse

This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Center City One - Creating an Accessible Home

Ellen Farber Strategic Design

Pictured here is a closeup of the microwave and island storage which includes 4 pantry drawers, under cabinet microwave, drawers for pots and pans easily located near the cooktop and drawers for kitchen supplies, napkins, and other items. The kitchen was originally planned to mimic the location of appliances in her current kitchen to minimize re-learning of appliance locations. The only change was adding a trash cabinet between the fridge and the sink. A french door fridge allows someone in a wheelchair to easily access frozen and cold foods, while the water and ice dispenser on the outside of the door make it easy to stay hydrated rather than using the sink each time. She can roll up to the kitchen sink due to the recessed cabinetry under the sink or stand at counter height to put away dishes from the dishwasher. The dishwasher is ADA and very simple to use , and is raised off the floor so whether she is sitting or standing it's easier to reach. The gas cooktop has controls at the front making it easy to reach from the wheelchair and the exhaust fan above also has a control at the front. All cabinet door handles are D-shape, which makes them easy to grasp and there is plenty of electric outlets for charging phones, computers and small appliances. The kitchen island is table height at 30" so meal prep can be easily done in a wheelchair while guests and can be seated in a chair or wheelchair around the island. The dining chairs can also be turned around to add extra seating in the living room area. Pendant lights above the kitchen island light up the space, while recessed lighting in the kitchen and living room provide overall room lighting. There is also under cabinet lighting which makes the room glow at night! Wainscoting made of commercial grade material is strategically placed on sharp corners and exposed walls to reduce and minimize damage from the wheel chair, while creating a finished and complete look! We selected a free standing microwave to sit below the island, which is easy to use and is the same style as in her previous apartment. The island is 48" from the appliance wall, leaving ample space to open doors and maneuver around in the wheelchair and has easy access to the laundry area as well. We eliminated the pocket doors that had been in front of the laundry area for easy access, and since it was exposed, dressed it up with coordinating tile to the kitchen with additional cabinets above. There is a coordinating quartz counter on top of the washer and dryer for folding laundry or storing additional supplies.

Country Glam kitchen

LEVEL UP Design LLC

Large country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Jacksonville with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

John and Richards

Diane Berry Kitchens

This award winning kitchen features a large island with built in induction hob and plenty of worktop space for this passionate baker.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary kitchen in Manchester with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, black splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Warm Eclectic Kitchen

Wendy Glaister Interiors

A pause in the craziness of life led our homeowner to consider a change in her kitchen. She wanted a place to display collections and heirlooms, provide ample storage for pantry items and gadgets, and give her a view to her breathtaking backyard. We expanded the footprint, pushing the house line back six feet, installed a picture window with a spectacular copper range and hood centered beneath, and planned her collections display areas for maximum effect.

North Park Navy Blues

Aeris Home

What a fun yet challenging project. After numerous space plan options, we've finally decided on removing a wall and switching it out with cabinetry that is functional for a kitchen and the dining area. We've added a peninsula at a 120 degree corner to expand the working surface, add bar seating and still keep the space open and inviting from adjoining spaces. Blueberry oak cabinets with satin brass hardware are balanced out with white quartz countertop and gray uppers. Wide plank vinyl helped keep this space masculine and formal while the stairs add a softer touch that's being complimented by warm tone furniture. To tie in warmth and masculinity, we've opted for custom miter-cut shelves in the corner. Windows give us great light and a corner cabinet can block a lot of it out, so floating shelves seemed most appropriate (no visible hardware). With a lot of material and colors, space still seems cohesive and inviting. Very formal, yet ready to be used for entertaining and day to day living. Hale Production Studios

Ohoka kitchen, scullery and laundry

Kiwi Kitchens Ltd

L shaped storage area in scullery. Benchtops are 50mm Vulcan Stone laminate with Euro edging.
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Christchurch with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and a peninsula.

Industrial Bachelor Pad

Nina Williams Interiors

John Lennon
Small industrial kitchen in Miami with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and with island.

Kitchen with 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!