Casco Point - Orono - Main Level Renovation

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island and white benchtop.

Lake Geneva Kitchen Transformation

Stebnitz Builders, Inc.

This dated kitchen was ready to be transformed by our magic wand! The wall between the kitchen and dining room was removed to create one larger room with an island and space for a dining table. Our team of carpenters installed all new custom crafted cherry cabinets with Hanstone Serenity quartz countertops. Natural stone tile was installed for the backsplash and luxury vinyl plank flooring was installed throughout the room. All new Frigidaire Professional appliances in stainless were installed, including french door refrigerator, electric cooktop and range hood, a built-in wall oven, convection microwave oven and dishwasher.

North Kitchen

Grayling Construction

Kitchen remodel
Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Downtown Las Vegas Cozy Industrial Condo

Laura Fullow Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized industrial u-shaped open plan kitchen in Las Vegas with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Grand Farmhouse

Nar Design Group

Large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sacramento with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Karndean Knight Tile Natural Scandi Pine Herringbone - Kitchen - Cambridge

Art of Flooring

Karndean Knight Tile Natural Scandi Pine KP133 installed in a Herringbone Pattern in a Kitchen in Cambridge.
Design ideas for a scandinavian kitchen in Cambridgeshire with grey cabinets, vinyl floors, a peninsula, white floor and white benchtop.

A Modern Farmhouse

Pryme Production

Home by Lina! A special home in the heart of Miami decorated by Lina @home_with_lina A modern twist on the farmhouse style. Bright, open, and inviting. This place definitely feels like home. Photography by Pryme Production: https://www.prymeproduction.com/

KITCHEN REMODEL

Sarah Cole

Complete remodel of our kitchen.
This is an example of a small country galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Sligo Bayou House Kitchen Remodel

Ashleys Building and Construction, LLC.

This is an example of a small country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, vinyl floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Hale Kahakai

Archipelago Hawaii Luxury Home Designs

Augie Salbosa
Inspiration for a beach style single-wall kitchen in Hawaii with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and green benchtop.

Culcatta Quartz

Gomez Granite Countertops

Mid-sized contemporary kitchen in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, vinyl floors, with island and grey floor.

Coal Valley, IL- What's Black & White and Gold All Over? This On-Trend Kitchen

Village Home Stores

Black and White painted cabinetry paired with White Quartz and gold accents. A Black Stainless Steel appliance package completes the look in this remodeled Coal Valley, IL kitchen.

Wyckoff Transitional kitchen

Craig Allen Designs

Bob Polett photography
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island and beige floor.

Gilchrist

brittanysdesign

This compact beach cottage has breathtaking views of the Puget Sound. The cottage was completely gutted including the main support beams to allow for a more functional floor plan. From there the colors, materials and finishes were hand selected to enhance the setting and create a low-maintance high comfort second home for these clients.

New Adura® Flooring

Mannington

Inspired by salt-salvaged lumber from an old shipwreck, Adura® "Seaport" luxury vinyl planks are a rustic weathered look rich with layers of color, aggressive graining and cross-cut texture. Available in 6" wide planks and 4 colors (Anchor shown here).

Salish Tiny Home - 10

West Coast Homes

Design ideas for a small arts and crafts l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors and with island.

Cotner Building Company Design Kitchens

Cotner Building & Remodeling Company, LLC

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boise with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island and brown floor.

Coastal Kitchen

Larissa Hicks- S&W Kitchens, Inc.

Rickie Agapito
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.

Calcatta Gold- Kitchen and First Floor Remodel

May Construction, Inc.

The previous two-tiered peninsula was bulky and separated the cook from dining area. Replacing with a one level peninsula, large apron front sink and gorgeous brass faucet make the space feel more open, spacious and introduces extra seating and counterspace. Calcatta gold drapes the countertops and backsplash and a spark of black and brass complete this sleek design.

Contemporary British Kitchen in Billingshurst, West Sussex

Alexander Kitchens

A blue and grey theme and peninsula island space achieve this client's ambitions for this extended kitchen area. The Brief This client sought a kitchen design to suit the modern rear extension being built at their property. They favoured a contemporary theme with plenty of modern inclusions to add daily function to their new kitchen space. A breakfast bar or island was a key requirement, as a place to perch and to make the area more sociable. Design Elements A combination of Indigo Blue and Light Grey cabinetry has been utilised to achieve the modern design this client favoured. The furniture is from British brand Trend and is their Matt effect foiled slab option, which has been paired with integrated chrome handles. To best utilise the space within the new extension, designer Alistair has created a L-shape layout with tall units used to house appliances and important storage space. The island area was a key desirable, and Alistair has incorporated this by using a wrap-around peninsula design. This design adds storage and provides a social space to perch while cooking or for more casual use. The island and entire kitchen are fitted with hard-wearing quartz work surfaces from brand Silestone. The chosen finish Snowy Ibiza is a white veined option that teams really well with grey accents used in the room. To match the work surfaces and light theme a quartz composition 1.5 bowl Blanco silgranite sink has also been installed. Special Inclusions As well as a redesign of the kitchen area, this client sought to improve the usability and function of the space with a new array of appliances. A selection of Neff appliances have been specified, which where possible have been integrated to allow the indigo blue and light grey theme to take centre-stage. A Neff single oven, combination oven, refrigerator, freezer, hob, extractor, dishwasher and integrated washing machine have been supplied and installed as part of this project. Our team also installed some of the finishing touches to this project. Karndean flooring has been installed throughout the kitchen and island area, and the honed oyster slate finish combines well with lighter elements of the theme. To heat the new extension our team have also installed a full-height anthracite radiator close to the sink area. Project Highlight This island area is the highlight of this project, its unique shape incorporates useful storage and the perching area this client required. During construction designer Alistair recommended the widening of the doorway to increase spaciousness of the island, which adds a great flow in between the living room and kitchen. The End Result The end result achieves all the elements of this client’s initial brief whilst incorporating great design expertise from kitchen designer Alistair. This project highlights the fantastic results that can be achieved for extension projects. If you have a similar renovation project or are simply looking to transform an existing kitchen, gain the expertise of our experienced design team with a free and no-obligation design appointment. Arrange a free design appointment in showroom or online.

All Islands 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!