Mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

My Houzz: Eclectic Vintage Charm in a Family's Texas Farmhouse

Jennifer M. Ramos

Photo: Jennifer M. Ramos © 2018 Houzz
Inspiration for a country l-shaped kitchen in Austin with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Upgraded Traditional Kitchen Renovation In Purcellville, Virginia

Shenandoah Kitchen & Home

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Evanston Kitchen Addition & Renovation

Leader Builders

The new kitchen is warm and welcoming with white inset shaker cabinets, a large island with mix and match seating, custom stained oak floors and an oak island countertop. The walls are painted white wood, a vertical ship-lap. Divided lite windows and crown molding help connect the new construction to the traditional, colonial style of the rest of the house. A large white vent hood makes the stove a focal point. Photography by Lauren Nemtsev

Alameda Retro Kitchen Remodel

Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.

Mike Kaskel
This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts separate kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances and medium hardwood floors.

1890's Home Maintains Its Bones

Showcase Kitchens

Originally built in 1690, the kitchen wing was added in 1890. John Starck’s redesign of this pre-Colonial home, listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, required special attention to detail. Starck worked closely with the homeowner, complementing her Country French décor choices with high end appliances and treatments. Ric Marder Imagery

PBH Keith Heights

PBH Design

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and an undermount sink.

Baldwin + Barry // Full home, Kitchen, Dining, Living Room, Bathrooms, Attic

Clark + Aldine

Classic kitchen with green cabinets. Natural stone countertops with brass hardware and hardwood floors throughout. White Zellige tile backsplash with white appliances and floating shelves with pot filler.

Pentland

Clearcut Construction, Inc.

Design ideas for a transitional open plan kitchen in Raleigh with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Linville Residence

Howes Design Co

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Perth with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, window splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Fairfax

Workroom C

Mid-sized beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, grey benchtop, quartz benchtops, subway tile splashback and no island.

White Bay

Birdseye Building

Country l-shaped kitchen in Burlington with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Kitchen Refresh

Faye Cowie Designs

Modest kitchen gets a refresh - painted cabinets, shelving, quartz counter with undercount sink, glass backsplash, walnut bar counter, new light fixtures.

Rustic and Modern Kitchen in Scotch Plains

Stone Art Design Home Design Center LLC

Karolina Zawistowska
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Wahroonga Project

Dan Kitchens Australia

Kitchen renovation for a family home in the suburb of Wahroonga. The kitchen space has been enlarged by removing a wall and pushing into an adjoining room. Large sliding doors now connect the kitchen/dining room to an outdoor entertaining space. The kitchen is minimalist in appearance but remains very practical through the use of integrated handles, slimline handles and a well designed layout. A smoked mirror splashback subtly draws in the exterior view while a Calacatta Blanco clad island adds a touch of sophistication. Photos: Paul Worsley @ Live By The Sea

Wahroonga Project

Dan Kitchens Australia

Farmhouse Kitchen

Design ideas for a country u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, an undermount sink and white cabinets.

Galley kitchen layout

LWK London Kitchens

Galley kitchen layout with Brilliant White Design Glass kitchen furniture, and 20mm Compac Smoke Grey Quartz worktop.
Photo of a mid-sized modern galley separate kitchen in London with a single-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green splashback, glass sheet splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors and no island.

Santa Barbara Style Home

Platinum Homes by Mark Molthan

Page Agency
Photo of an expansive galley open plan kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and stone tile splashback.

Concord Kitchen Worth Waiting For

3W design, inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with a double-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, brown cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown splashback, white appliances, metal splashback, medium hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

Kitchen with White Appliances and Medium Hardwood 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!