This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Bluffton Road Farmhouse Remodel

Roanoke Woodworking Inc.

Cabinets by Bertch Kitchens+, Standford door with white finish, matte Blue Pearl Granite
Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall separate kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, mosaic tile splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Durning Renovation

Harrison Architects

Mid-sized arts and crafts galley open plan kitchen in Seattle with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Gold River Fun Classic. Nar Fine Carpentry. Sacramento. El Dorado Hills

Nar Design Group

This fun classic kitchen in Gold River features Columbia frameless cabinets in Sandy Hook grey. A green glass backsplash in a random matte and polished pattern complements the cabinets which are faced with both painted wood and frosted glass. The Silestone countertops in the Lyra finish have an ogee bullnose edge. The floors are finished in a rich brown porcelain tile of varying sizes that are made to resemble distressed wood. Photo Credit: Nar Fine Carpentry, Inc

KITCHEN Broad Ripple Modern Lux

Central Construction Group, Inc.

Design ideas for a small modern eat-in kitchen in Indianapolis with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, grey floor and wood.

Not that Seventies Kitchen

Lazarou Joinery

Banks of draws are teamed with cupboard storage for selected work zones. Baking and tray storage is to the left of the oven while utensil draws are to the right.

Kitchen Remodels

6degree Millwork

Large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, white appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, beige floor and black benchtop.

Silverlake Full Home Design

STEFANI STEIN

photo cred: tessa neustadt
Design ideas for a mid-sized country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, ceramic floors and a peninsula.

Laguna Woods-Traditional-43

APlus Interior Design & Remodeling

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, mosaic tile splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Woodstock Rustic Kitchen Design

DF Design Inc

Inspiration for a country u-shaped kitchen in Chicago with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, red splashback, brick splashback, white appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Vacant Home - St. Paul

A Home Revival

AFTER - Kitchen
Small traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, white appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula, beige floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen Remodel - Colorful and Whimsical

Gregory Thomas, Architect, AKBD, CG&S Design-Build

This homeowner had a remarkable collection of vintage clocks that became the inspiration for her colorful backsplash. We added new countertops, undercabinet lighting and the backsplash tile to give the kitchen a sparkly upgrade. Construction by CG&S Design Build Finishes by Louise McMahon Photos by Tre Dunhan

Rénovation d'un appartement de 100m2 dans le Marais

Boclaud Architecture

© Bertrand Fompeyrune
Inspiration for a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, white appliances, a peninsula and white benchtop.

Tennessee Tudor Kitchen

Standard Kitchen & Bath

Design ideas for a small transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

VIVIENDA BALCONES

PERALTA Studio

Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean galley eat-in kitchen in Barcelona with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, white benchtop and wood.

Hameau Boileau Paris 16eme

Projet Wabi-sabi

Projet livré fin novembre 2022, budget tout compris 100 000 € : un appartement de vieille dame chic avec seulement deux chambres et des prestations datées, à transformer en appartement familial de trois chambres, moderne et dans l'esprit Wabi-sabi : épuré, fonctionnel, minimaliste, avec des matières naturelles, de beaux meubles en bois anciens ou faits à la main et sur mesure dans des essences nobles, et des objets soigneusement sélectionnés eux aussi pour rappeler la nature et l'artisanat mais aussi le chic classique des ambiances méditerranéennes de l'Antiquité qu'affectionnent les nouveaux propriétaires. La salle de bain a été réduite pour créer une cuisine ouverte sur la pièce de vie, on a donc supprimé la baignoire existante et déplacé les cloisons pour insérer une cuisine minimaliste mais très design et fonctionnelle ; de l'autre côté de la salle de bain une cloison a été repoussée pour gagner la place d'une très grande douche à l'italienne. Enfin, l'ancienne cuisine a été transformée en chambre avec dressing (à la place de l'ancien garde manger), tandis qu'une des chambres a pris des airs de suite parentale, grâce à une grande baignoire d'angle qui appelle à la relaxation. Côté matières : du noyer pour les placards sur mesure de la cuisine qui se prolongent dans la salle à manger (avec une partie vestibule / manteaux et chaussures, une partie vaisselier, et une partie bibliothèque). On a conservé et restauré le marbre rose existant dans la grande pièce de réception, ce qui a grandement contribué à guider les autres choix déco ; ailleurs, les moquettes et carrelages datés beiges ou bordeaux ont été enlevés et remplacés par du béton ciré blanc coco milk de chez Mercadier. Dans la salle de bain il est même monté aux murs dans la douche ! Pour réchauffer tout cela : de la laine bouclette, des tapis moelleux ou à l'esprit maison de vanaces, des fibres naturelles, du lin, de la gaze de coton, des tapisseries soixante huitardes chinées, des lampes vintage, et un esprit revendiqué "Mad men" mêlé à des vibrations douces de finca ou de maison grecque dans les Cyclades...

Reforma parcial - Rustic Kitchen

ESTUDI A L'ÀTIC. Benvinguts al Slow Design!

Reforma de cocina sin necesidad de ensuciar mucho. Nuestros clientes querían una nueva imagen para su cocina a un precio accesible, así que les ayudamos a priorizar las partidas del presupuesto que más importaban. Recuperamos el interior de algunos de los muebles bajos, cambiamos las puertas con un aire rústico moderno y ampliamos zona de almacenaje bajo la escalera y con muebles altos. La encimera de madera fue un acierto, tanto por estética como por precio, una casa antigua debe mantener elementos con personalidad e historia. ¡Finalmente dimos ese toque de textura en las paredes con nuestra baldosa preferida! ¡Parece mentira que con estos cambios hayamos conseguido un resultado tan funcional y bonito!

Quail Creek, Laguna Hills

Coastal Designs Interiors

Design ideas for a small modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and beige benchtop.

Basement Kitchen

Coastal Floors Georgia

Mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and quartz benchtops.

Kenwood kitchen 2019

Quality Home Transformations Inc

Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with White Appliances and a Peninsula 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!