Design ideas for a kitchen pantry in Houston with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, marble splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, white benchtop and wood.

Fine Details for Fine Dining

Lenton Company, Inc.

Mom's old home is transformed for the next generation to gather and entertain.
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and wood.

King Street

Kelly Ferm Inc.

Tuscan Style kitchen designed around a grand red range.
Design ideas for an expansive mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, travertine floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and wood.

Rustic Contemporary

Theresa Franklin, ASID

Design ideas for an open plan kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, black cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, with island, orange floor, white benchtop, exposed beam and wood.

Luxury Hawaii Home Remodel

BLUECHALK DESIGN, LLC

This modern Honolulu kitchen was part of a full home remodel in a home situated above the city in the hills. What used to be an 80's / 90's dark dining room became transformed into a beautifully elevated and uplifting modern kitchen. Ethereal feels and vibes are this designer's inspiration choice. The goal is to make one feel uplifted, optimistic, energized and inspired in their home. The countertop is Dekton Opera, the upper cabinets are - wait for it... IKEA! - and the lower cabinets are custom work by @burlandbarrel. The inlaid "wood-look" ceiling is using paneling, (think, floor on the ceiling), and the underside of the cabinets are custom wood pieces to make the lighting lay flush.

DANBURY TONWHOUSE

APK Designs LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall open plan kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and wood.

Chalet Kanata

Paule Bourbonnais Design

This is an example of a mid-sized country galley open plan kitchen in Montreal with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and wood.

Santa Rosa Kitchen

Lauren Nelson Design

Inspiration for a transitional galley kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, exposed beam, vaulted and wood.

Beverly Hills Modern

Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP

Modern Dining Room in an open floor plan, faces the Kitchen just off the grand entryway with curved staircase.
This is an example of an expansive modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and wood.

Arcadia Lights

AFT Construction

Photo of a large transitional galley open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and wood.

2020 Showcase Home - Hidden Springs, Fredericksburg, TX

White Construction Company

Open concept, modern farmhouse with a chef's kitchen and room to entertain.
Large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and wood.

Family Focused Vacation Home

Drury Design

The design team with Janie Petkus of Janie Petkus Interiors, Cyrus Rivetna of Rivetna Architects, and Gail Drury of Drury Design all worked together to design an inviting and luxurious destination for an entire family to gather all year round. Key design features addressed in this remodel included highlighting beautiful views of the Lake, brightening up the space, and modernizing the design to fit the needs of the family that loves to entertain The home is filled with lots of adults and kids regularly and the kitchen needed to function well for multi cooks as well large family gatherings. Therefore multi-work areas and large expanses of countertop space for buffets were a must. These design ideas paired with lots of seating at the island and the oversized table gave enough room for everyone. A multimetal hood with an antique patina was included to add an element of WOW to the space. A large multi-burner stove, two large sinks, two dishwashers, and three waste receptacles were strategically located in multiple locations so multiple family members could use the space simultaneously. An area off to the side in the family room that was designated as a desk area was multi-purposed to function as a buffet area for the large family dinners.

The Jacob H. Cook House, 1893

Arciform

Finishes and fixtures are practical and attractive, from Versatile Wood Products custom cabinets to Calacatta marble and luminous zellige tile.
Kitchen in Portland with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop, wood and an undermount sink.

DANBURY TONWHOUSE

APK Designs LLC

Mid-sized country single-wall open plan kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and wood.

Partial Home Remodel - Pinckney, MI

User

Inspiration for a large country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and wood.

Mid-Century Modern Envy in Oakland

Lauren's Interiors

This is an example of a midcentury galley kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, grey floor, white benchtop and wood.

Salty Fir Lodge

Asher Custom Homes

Design ideas for a country u-shaped kitchen in Albuquerque with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, brown splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, exposed beam and wood.

Full Kitchen Remodel with Custom White Oak Cabinetry & Shelves

Balboa Design Group

Midcentury modern kitchen remodel fitted with IKEA cabinet boxes customized with white oak cabinet doors and drawers. Custom ceiling mounted hanging shelves offer an attractive alternative to traditional upper cabinets, and keep the space feeling open and airy. Green porcelain subway tiles create a beautiful watercolor effect and a stunning backdrop for this kitchen. Mid-sized 1960s galley vinyl floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen photo in San Diego with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, green backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island and white countertops

Coastal Mid-Century Vibe

BC Design Studio

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury galley open plan kitchen with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and wood.

Salisbury Road Renovation

Studio C Architecture & Interiors

Inspiration for an expansive traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Birmingham with an integrated sink, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, wood and beaded inset cabinets.

Kitchen with White Benchtop and Wood 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!