This cozy lake cottage skillfully incorporates a number of features that would normally be restricted to a larger home design. A glance of the exterior reveals a simple story and a half gable running the length of the home, enveloping the majority of the interior spaces. To the rear, a pair of gables with copper roofing flanks a covered dining area and screened porch. Inside, a linear foyer reveals a generous staircase with cascading landing. Further back, a centrally placed kitchen is connected to all of the other main level entertaining spaces through expansive cased openings. A private study serves as the perfect buffer between the homes master suite and living room. Despite its small footprint, the master suite manages to incorporate several closets, built-ins, and adjacent master bath complete with a soaker tub flanked by separate enclosures for a shower and water closet. Upstairs, a generous double vanity bathroom is shared by a bunkroom, exercise space, and private bedroom. The bunkroom is configured to provide sleeping accommodations for up to 4 people. The rear-facing exercise has great views of the lake through a set of windows that overlook the copper roof of the screened porch below.

Canal St Martin

Charlotte Vauvillier

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Yellow Farmhouse Kitchen | Imperial Beach, CA

Leanne Michael L U X E lifestyle design

All custom made cabinetry that was color matched to the entire suite of GE Cafe matte white appliances paired with champagne bronze hardware that coordinates beautifully with the Delta faucet and cabinet / drawer hardware. The counter surfaces are Artic White quartz with custom hand painted clay tiles for the entire range wall with custom floating shelves and backsplash. We used my favorite farrow & ball Babouche 223 (yellow) paint for the island and Sherwin Williams 7036 Accessible Beige on the walls. Hanging over the island is a pair of glazed clay pots that I customized into light pendants. We also replaced the builder grade hollow core back door with a custom designed iron and glass security door. The barstools were a fabulous find on Craigslist that we became mixologists with a selection of transparent stains to come up with the perfect shade of teal and we installed brand new bamboo flooring! This was such a fun project to do, even amidst Covid with all that the pandemic delayed, and a much needed burst of cheer as a daily result.

3 pièces - Paris 11

Cécile Humbert - Design d'intérieur

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with a double-bowl sink, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles, no island, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Kitchen and floor | Private house

Lustri Veneziani

On the kitchen wall: Just White Matt tiles, Ciari line; Alba Chiara, Fusioni line. Floor: Antica Asolo Rosso
Design ideas for a mid-sized industrial l-shaped kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, red floor and grey benchtop.

Range Mosaic Backsplash

Fratantoni Design / Residential Architects

These clients asked for double sinks, a barrel-vaulted ceiling with herringbone brick inlay, double ovens, and a custom backsplash and we delivered.

Mediterranean Kitchen

This is an example of an expansive mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Mission Style - Kitchen Range www.hryanstudio.com

H. Ryan Studio

Heather Ryan, Interior Designer H.Ryan Studio - Scottsdale, AZ www.hryanstudio.com
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Thoreau Americana | The Ranch at Twenty Mile

Dostie Homes

Deremer Studios
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Jacksonville with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

A modern take on traditional

Royston Wilson Design

The client had originally requested a patterned tile for the splash back but we tempered that by using a smaller plain handmade style tile. Every couple of tiles a smaller patterned tile was cut in that tied in with the blue and white scheme. A traditional style ceramic double sink was installed that supported the traditional look. The final touch was a feature wall in wedgewood blue that lifted the kitchen from being very traditional to having a more today look. Designer Royston Wilson Design. Photo's Ben Wrigley Photohub

Edina Remodel: Kitchen

Kuhl Design Build LLC

We are a full service, residential design/build company specializing in large remodels and whole house renovations. Our way of doing business is dynamic, interactive and fully transparent. It's your house, and it's your money. Recognition of this fact is seen in every facet of our business because we respect our clients enough to be honest about the numbers. In exchange, they trust us to do the right thing. Pretty simple when you think about it.

Hope Ranch, Santa Barbara, Major Remodel, Spanish Colonial

Dennis Thompson Architect

Allen Construction - Contractor, Shannon Scott Design-Interior Designer, Jason Rick Photography - Photographer
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Farmhouse Kitchen

This is an example of a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Rénovation d'un appartement de 47m²

Emilie Melin architecte DPLG

Stéphane Vasco
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, black splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, no island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Elmhurst Contemporary Kitchen

Schanstra Design Group

A white kitchen with mixed metals and a combination of gray and warm tones were the mandate for this kitchen that served as the hub of the open floor plan modern home. The stainless steel appliances and gold toned pendants, backsplash, and seating are tied together by the marble which has both gray and sienna hues. The custom hood and stainless horizontal feature added interest. This kitchen is also equiped with the latest appliance technology and heated floors for function and comfort.

Colony Kitchen Makeover

Donna McKnight Interiors

Jim Schmid Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Charlotte with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, terra-cotta splashback, black appliances, travertine floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Réaménager l'espace pour s'adapter aux besoins d'une famille -Projet Batignolles

Mon Concept Habitation

Nous avons réaménagé cet appartement parisien pour un couple et ses trois enfants qui y habitaient déjà depuis quelques années. Le but était de créer une chambre supplémentaire pour leur fils ainé : l’ancienne cuisine accueille désormais la nouvelle chambre tandis que la nouvelle cuisine a été créée dans l’entrée. Pour délimiter ce nouvel espace, nous avons monté une cloison avec une verrière en partie haute et des rangements en partie basse. La cuisine s’ouvre désormais sur la salle à manger : ses tons clairs s’accordent parfaitement avec la grande pièce de vie. On y trouve également un bureau sur mesure, idéal pour le télétravail. Dans la chambre parentale, l’espace a été optimisé au maximum : on adore le grand dressing sur mesure qui prend place autour du cadre de porte ! Résultat : un appartement harmonieux et optimisé pour toute la famille. La couleur blanche et le bois prédominent pour apporter à la fois de la lumière et de la chaleur.

Refined Farmhouse Kitchen, Laundry + Bathroom Renovation

Sharp and Grey Interiors

This kitchen, laundry room, and bathroom in Elkins Park, PA was completely renovated and re-envisioned to create a fresh and inviting space with refined farmhouse details and maximum functionality that speaks not only to the client's taste but to and the architecture and feel of the entire home. The design includes functional cabinetry with a focus on organization. We enlarged the window above the farmhouse sink to allow as much natural light as possible and created a striking focal point with a custom vent hood and handpainted terra cotta tile. High-end materials were used throughout including quartzite countertops, beautiful tile, brass lighting, and classic European plumbing fixtures.

Los Angeles, McConnell - Kitchen

Luxe Remodel

Avesha Michael
Small transitional galley separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Kitchen Extension and Renovation

KY INTERIORS

The back splash was designed to be a focal point of the kitchen with the use of hand painted terracotta tiles. Counter is quartzite. Photo by tori aston

Kitchen with White Cabinets and Terra-cotta Splashback 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!