Ground floor extension of an end-of-1970s property. Making the most of an open-plan space with fitted furniture that allows more than one option to accommodate guests when entertaining. The new rear addition has allowed us to create a clean and bright space, as well as to optimize the space flow for what originally were dark and cramped ground floor spaces.

English Cottage

Amanda George Interior Design

The design brief for this project was to create a kitchen befitting an English country cottage. Denim beadboard cabinetry, aged tile, and natural stone countertops provide the feel of timelessness, while the antiqued bronze fixtures and decorative vent hood deliver a sense of bespoke craftsmanship. Efficient use of space planning creates a kitchen that packs a powerful punch into a small footprint. The end result was everything the client hoped for and more, giving them the cottage kitchen of their dreams!

NEWTOWN CT - Treasured Islands

DEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & Cabinetry

This stunning stainless steel refrigerator is a beautiful focal point to this custom kitchen. Offering ample storage, this kitchen layout with deep blue cabinets, marble countertops and black and white tiled floors is a homeowner’s dream.

Farmhouse Kitchen

Photo of a large country u-shaped kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Oceanfront Oasis Kitchen

BeeTree Homes

Inspirational Kitchens by Design provided Cabinetry. Executive Cabinets. Ferguson provided appliance. Viking Range. Subzero Refrigerator. Hood by Zephr. Manzoni Cabinet Hardware. Fantasy Brown Granite. Imola Porcelain Tile - Koshi Gray - Italian backsplash

Open Concept Green Kitchen Remodel

Waves Remodeling

Experience the transformation of your kitchen into a modern masterpiece. Our remodeling project marries functionality with style, boasting sleek new countertops, state-of-the-art appliances, and ample storage solutions to meet your every need. The open design enhances flow and connectivity, creating a welcoming space for family and friends to gather. Elevate your home with a kitchen that blends form and function seamlessly, making everyday moments extraordinary.

Huntingdon Valley, PA: Transitional Farmhouse Kitchen & Open Concept Living

Bella B Home Designs

We took a new home build that was a shell and created a livable open concept space for this family of four to enjoy for years to come. The white kitchen mixed with grey island and dark floors was the start of the palette. We added in wall paneling, wallpaper, large lighting fixtures, window treatments, are rugs and neutrals fabrics so everything can be intermixed throughout the house.

Altbausanierung München

BESPOKE Interior Design & Production

BESPOKE
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Munich with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, medium hardwood floors, with island, an integrated sink, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances and brown floor.

Creekside Cottage-Kiawah Island

The Anderson Studio of Architecture & Design

Photo Credit: Holger Obenaus Description: Built as a refuge for a busy California couple, this creek-side cottage was constructed on land populated with ancient live oaks; sited to preserve the oaks and accentuate the creek-side vistas. The owners wanted their Kiawah home to be less formal than their primary residence, ensuring that it would accommodate 3 – 4 vacationing couples. Volumes, room shapes and arrangements provide classical symmetries, while careful detailing with variations in colors, finishes and furnishings provide soothing spaces for relaxation.

Noir Peaks

The Ranch Mine

Photo by Roehner + Ryan
Inspiration for a country galley open plan kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, panelled appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Atlas Peak Napa Spanish Residence

SDG Architects

This is an example of a large mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

VIVIENDA MUNTANER

The Room Studio

Proyecto realizado por Meritxell Ribé - The Room Studio Construcción: The Room Work Fotografías: Mauricio Fuertes
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean single-wall eat-in kitchen in Barcelona with an integrated sink, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, with island, brown benchtop, shaker cabinets, black appliances and green floor.

Catura Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | TX

Flooret

A rich, even, walnut tone with a smooth finish. This versatile color works flawlessly with both modern and classic styles. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.

Prior Lake Painted Sky

Remax Advantage Plus

Scott Hutchinson & Spacecrafting
Large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, with island, recessed-panel cabinets, white splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors and limestone splashback.

Bordley 2

Thompson Custom Homes

photos by Steve Chenn
Mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, white splashback, limestone splashback, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, limestone floors, with island and beige floor.

Noir Peaks

The Ranch Mine

Photo by Roehner + Ryan
Country galley open plan kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, panelled appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Küche im Dachgeschoss

Innenausbau Binder GmbH

Küche im Dachgeschoss mit angrenzender Dachterasse.
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian single-wall eat-in kitchen in Cologne with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, black benchtop and beige floor.

Mid-Century Modern home remodel

John Webb Construction and Design

Here is an architecturally built house from the early 1970's which was brought into the new century during this complete home remodel by opening up the main living space with two small additions off the back of the house creating a seamless exterior wall, dropping the floor to one level throughout, exposing the post an beam supports, creating main level on-suite, den/office space, refurbishing the existing powder room, adding a butlers pantry, creating an over sized kitchen with 17' island, refurbishing the existing bedrooms and creating a new master bedroom floor plan with walk in closet, adding an upstairs bonus room off an existing porch, remodeling the existing guest bathroom, and creating an in-law suite out of the existing workshop and garden tool room.

Richard

Rosewood Custom Builders

Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, black benchtop and with island.

Townhouse Remodel

Wander Designs

Painted existing cabinets green. Leveled counters and added 3cm quartz. Opened up ceiling and added wood wrapped support beams .Urban Oak Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional eat-in kitchen in Other with green cabinets, white splashback, limestone splashback, white benchtop, an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

Kitchen with White Splashback and Limestone 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!