This is an example of a large transitional kitchen pantry in Baltimore with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, with island, white benchtop, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Petrie

KITCHEN CREATIONS LTD

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, turquoise cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Western Avenue

Betsy Bassett Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Aberdeen Model

Old Town Design Group

Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Indianapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Traditional Farmhouse New Construction

Amy Peltier Interior Design & Home

This farmhouse designed by our interior design studio showcases custom, traditional style with modern accents. The laundry room was given an interesting interplay of patterns and texture with a grey mosaic tile backsplash and printed tiled flooring. The dark cabinetry provides adequate storage and style. All the bathrooms are bathed in light palettes with hints of coastal color, while the mudroom features a grey and wood palette with practical built-in cabinets and cubbies. The kitchen is all about sleek elegance with a light palette and oversized pendants with metal accents. --- Project designed by Pasadena interior design studio Amy Peltier Interior Design & Home. They serve Pasadena, Bradbury, South Pasadena, San Marino, La Canada Flintridge, Altadena, Monrovia, Sierra Madre, Los Angeles, as well as surrounding areas. --- For more about Amy Peltier Interior Design & Home, click here: https://peltierinteriors.com/

Catura Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Customer Space | New Carlisle, Ohio

Flooret

A rich, even, walnut tone with a smooth finish. This versatile color works flawlessly with both modern and classic styles.
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Cabinet Possibilities in philadeelphia

Airy Kitchens

Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, no island and white benchtop.

Minerva Road

Metre Squared Architecture

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Stunning Fairfax, CA Remodel

Craig O'Connell Architecture

This 1950s Fairfax home underwent a dramatic transformation with clean, modern lines and warm and stylish midcentury modern touches. The floor plan was opened up to create an open plan kitchen and dining room.

New Berlin Kitchen

Callen Construction, Inc.

Photo of a large transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and shaker cabinets.

North Rose Hill

Acadia Craft

Design ideas for a modern l-shaped kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Urban-Modern Centerville Farmhouse

Everything Home

Our Indiana design studio gave this Centerville Farmhouse an urban-modern design language with a clean, streamlined look that exudes timeless, casual sophistication with industrial elements and a monochromatic palette. Photographer: Sarah Shields http://www.sarahshieldsphotography.com/ Project completed by Wendy Langston's Everything Home interior design firm, which serves Carmel, Zionsville, Fishers, Westfield, Noblesville, and Indianapolis. For more about Everything Home, click here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/portfolio/urban-modern-farmhouse/

Northern

Jenny Martin Design

Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, with island, white benchtop, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

American Elm | Kitchen + Master Bathroom

WREEDONE ("re-done")

Inspiration for a mid-sized country single-wall open plan kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

American Elm | Kitchen + Master Bathroom

WREEDONE ("re-done")

Mid-sized country single-wall open plan kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Light Teal Skinny Shaker Kitchen

Classic Interiors

Skinny shaker style door painted in light teal with brass handles
Design ideas for a mid-sized country galley kitchen in West Midlands with granite benchtops, white splashback and white benchtop.

Lakeside Getaway

RLH Studio

Spacecrafting Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style single-wall open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop, a farmhouse sink, granite benchtops and timber.

Beach Style Kitchen

Photo of a large beach style eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with raised-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor, white benchtop and blue cabinets.

A 1940’s Home Gets a New “Heart”

Medford Remodeling

The walkway that we closed up in the kitchen is now home to the new stainless steel oven and matching hood vent. Previously, the oven sat on the reverse side of the kitchen which did not allow for an overhead vent. Our clients will certainly notice a difference in cooking now that the space is properly ventilated! The new wall also allows for additional cabinet storage. A space-saving Lazy Suzan sits in the lower cabinets to the left of the oven, while a stack of wide utensil drawers conveniently occupies the right side. Final photos by Impressia Photography.

Farmhouse Kitchen

Shanalee Grace

Photo of a country u-shaped kitchen in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Granite Benchtops and White Benchtop 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!