Large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands and white benchtop.

Wallis Residence

Cornerstone Architects

Photography by Chase Daniel
Transitional u-shaped kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Riverwoods Residence Kitchen

Studio21 Architects

Kitchen with two large kitchen islands, terra-cotta inlays, built-in cabinets, with a large arched doorway.
This is an example of an expansive traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Chicago with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors and multiple islands.

Two Isle

DEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & Cabinetry

This kitchen originally had a long island that the owners needed to walk around to access the butler’s pantry, which was a major reason for the renovation. The island was separated in order to have a better traffic flow – with one island for cooking with a prep sink and the second offering seating and storage. 2″ thick mitered honed Stuario Gold marble countertops are accented by soft satin brass hardware, while the backsplash is a unique jet-cut white marble in an arabesque pattern. The perimeter inset cabinetry is painted a soft white. while the islands are a warm grey. The window wall features a 5-foot-long stone farm sink with two faucets, while a 60″ range and two full 30″ ovens are located on the opposite wall. A custom hood with elegant, gentle sloping lines is embellished with a hammered antique brass collar and antique pewter rivets.

Luxury Collection Custom Design Kitchens by VelArt

Velart Custom Kitchens & Closets

This is an example of a large modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, multiple islands and black benchtop.

Modern Living in Florida

Pineapple House Interior Design

Porcelain countertop slabs continue up the walls as full height backsplashes. Thick, 2” flat edges used on the counters are repeated via 2” wide frames on the wood drawers and their surrounds.

Contemporary kitchen design in Allendalle, NJ.

WL Kitchen & Home

Fall is approaching and with it all the renovations and home projects. That's why we want to share pictures of this beautiful woodwork recently installed which includes a kitchen, butler's pantry, library, units and vanities, in the hope to give you some inspiration and ideas and to show the type of work designed, manufactured and installed by WL Kitchen and Home. For more ideas or to explore different styles visit our website at wlkitchenandhome.com.

Bellaire Blvd. Residence

Hollenbeck Architects

Kitchen
This is an example of an expansive transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, multiple islands, grey floor and white benchtop.

Old Farm Road Project

Yvonne Christensen Design

Photo of a country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Function & Efficiency - Scott's Valley

Lewis Design-Build-Remodel

Photo of a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Golden Touch

Tobias Design LLC

Large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, multiple islands, white benchtop and white splashback.

2019 GSHBA Parade Home 15

Blenker Construction

This gourmet kitchen features custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, brick backsplash, state-of-the-art appliances, a double island and custom pantry.
This is an example of a large industrial u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Forest Retreat Kitchen

Centered Interiors

This is an example of an expansive transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Louisville with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, multiple islands, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Cynthia

Ashwood Designs and Custom Homes

TK Images
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Downtown Remodel

Denman Construction

Gibeon Photography
This is an example of a country kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, coloured appliances, dark hardwood floors, white benchtop, a farmhouse sink, multiple islands and brown floor.

Vermont Hillside Perch

HAYNES & GARTHWAITE ARCHITECTS

This is an example of a country eat-in kitchen in Burlington with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands, brown floor, white benchtop and ceramic floors.

Rickmansworth/12

Edgar Joseph Furniture

Large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, turquoise cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and black benchtop.

Roswell Renovation

Yvonne McFadden LLC

Jeff Herr Photography
Inspiration for a beach style eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, white benchtop and panelled appliances.

West Pelican

Kunstlerstone dba Coastal Stone

Beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands and brown floor.

800 Ogden Project

Malibu Home

This is an example of an expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, multiple islands, beige floor, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, grey cabinets, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and concrete floors.

Kitchen with White Splashback and multiple Islands 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!