Inspiration for a modern kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

・奥様の夢だったアイランドキッチン

街のリフォーム屋さん（株）ジェイプランニング

小さいお子様の事を考え自然素材にこだわったリフォームです。もともと、写真背面の壁側に設置していたキッチンを移動し、奥様の夢だったアイランド型のキッチンに変更いたしました。キッチンも天然木のアイランドキッチン変更されキッチンの突板とのバランスを考えフローリングを選定しております。壁紙には弊社にてルナファーザーを貼り、尚且つ漆喰までＤＩＹにて奥様と旦那様とで休みごとに施工されました。

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MIREWORKS

Large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New Orleans with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, black floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

リノベの家　森の里

株式会社リノベ

Small beach style single-wall separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, slate splashback, black appliances, linoleum floors, no island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Minimalistische Küche stilvoll und elegant

Studio MBIA

Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Berlin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, slate splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Contemporary and Cosy

Richmond Kitchens

Photo by Paula Trovalusci
Design ideas for a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Surrey with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and grey floor.

The Legends, Enterprise

King-Scott Residential Designs

This beautiful King-Scott Residential Designs kitchen is just part of the gorgeous 2700+ square foot corner home in The Legends neighborhood of Enterprise, AL.

60talskök kedjehus

Marginal Interior Design

60tals kök byggt på gamla skåpstommar med nytillverkade luckor i teak. Nytillverkade inbyggda skärbrädor och ribbvägg, allt av Anders Hedeving. Tapet "Hahtuva" i orange från Tapettitalo. Stolar Lilla Åland, rödlackerade. Furubord "Värmland".

・奥様の夢だったアイランドキッチン

街のリフォーム屋さん（株）ジェイプランニング

Kitchen remodel

AY Development

Modern kitchen with a sleek and functional space that combines cutting-edge design with practicality, creating an environment that is both aesthetically pleasing and highly efficient

New Modern Condo Construction in Somerville

M&M American Builders of NH, LLC

Modern Euro style kitchen
Photo of a large modern l-shaped kitchen pantry in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

菊名の家

HAN環境・建築設計事務所

Photo by 吉田誠
Design ideas for a mid-sized country galley open plan kitchen in Yokohama with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Classic painted kitchen, with Hidden pantry

Timbercraft Custom Built German Kitchens

When it comes to choosing a new kitchen, some homeowners have a very specific brief. But most, like Rosario and John need a little expert guidance. ‘We knew we wanted a contemporary kitchen with modern appliances,’ Rosario explains. ‘But we didn’t know exactly what was available and whether they would suit our needs or style. In general our brief was quite simple – a new kitchen, with up-to-date appliances and a central island where we could gather with family and entertain friends.’ Having researched a number of companies, the couple were impressed by Timbercraft’s high standard of quality kitchens, the variety of designs available and the fact that all products could be customised to their specific needs. Meeting senior designer Áine O’Connor, proved the icing on the cake. ‘Áine really impressed us,’ Rosario says. ‘As well as advising us on the style of kitchen, she also told us how we could make the best use of the space available. Her ideas, including flipping the whole layout, wouldn’t have occurred to us. Yet as it turned out, it makes perfect sense! Equally, her suggestion that we remodel the dining area and create a link to the kitchen, integrating the utility room with what’s known as a ‘priest hole’ has proven absolutely brilliant. The addition of a French door and extended windows means that, with our seating area facing the garden and patio, we have beautiful views over the countryside.’

New Shaker White Cabinets and Quartz Countertops

Happy Flooring and Cabinets

Mid-sized traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Orlando with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, slate splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors, no island, beige floor, grey benchtop, recessed and an undermount sink.

Apartment at Kazbegi street

Ana Abashidze

Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, slate splashback, white appliances, slate floors, with island and brown floor.

Cabinetry Detail

Benvenuti and Stein

Custom made stained wood cabinetry for Chicago North Shore kitchen remodel.
Design ideas for a large transitional kitchen in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, slate splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

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MIREWORKS

This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New Orleans with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, black floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Genesis Doral

Coblan

COLLECTION Genesis PROJECT TYPE Residencial LOCATION Doral, FL NUMBER OF UNITS Family Home STATUS Completed
Photo of a mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Miami with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, slate splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Cuisine Nolte Antony, Sigma Lack

Cuisines Nolte Antony

Cuisine Nolte Antony, Sigma Lack, Cuisine Nolte, cuisiniste Antony, cuisiniste Les-Hauts-de-Seine, cuisiniste 92
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern eat-in kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, slate splashback, panelled appliances, marble floors and with island.

Classic painted kitchen, with Hidden pantry

Timbercraft Custom Built German Kitchens

Kitchen with White Splashback and Slate 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!