Bloomsbury Kitchens and Fine Cabinetry,
Photo of a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Toronto with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Coffee Station with Cat Feeding Area

Deborah Hook

Heritage Cherry Coffee/Cat Station. We took advantage of an offset wall to create a functional coffee nook. An open bottom base cabinet with arched valance provide the perfect area to feed Kitty Cat

Kitchen with Farmhouse Touches

Angela Francis Interiors, LLC

This was a new construction kitchen. The family wanted white cabinets with a bit of a farmhouse feel.
Inspiration for a large country u-shaped separate kitchen in St Louis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and dark hardwood floors.

Laguna Beach Hillside

Payton Addison

Reclaimed wood backsplash in a herringbone pattern. Thermador Range
This is an example of a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and marble benchtops.

Best of Winter 2018

Charleston Home + Design Mag

Design ideas for a beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Charleston with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Heathwood Road Kitchen Remodel

ReVision Design/Remodeling

Structural columns were dressed with simple board and batten trim work to coordinate with the simple lines of the cabinetry. © Deborah Scannell Photography

South Gulf Drive

Minchew Construction

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style u-shaped separate kitchen in Miami with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, white benchtop, quartzite benchtops, white splashback and timber splashback.

Bay Street Cottages

Cottage Company of Harbor Springs

Small beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Tanya's

Annie Hall Interiors

Michael Lee
Mid-sized country l-shaped kitchen in Boston with glass-front cabinets, white appliances, a farmhouse sink, white splashback, with island, solid surface benchtops, timber splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and black cabinets.

Traditional Beach House

DD Ford Construction

Large beach style open plan kitchen in Santa Barbara with panelled appliances, marble benchtops, an undermount sink, white cabinets, white splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, shaker cabinets and timber splashback.

Milton Renovation: Beauty & Function

Renew Properties

Farmhouse white kitchen with butler's pantry
Photo of a large country eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Sunnyland Residence

Rosewood Custom Builders

Jenn Baker
Design ideas for a large industrial l-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

New England Style Kitchen Remodel

Neil Kelly Company

In the remodeled kitchen, the homeowners asked for an "unfitted" or somewhat eclectic and casual New England style. To improve the layout of the space, Neil Kelly Designer Robert Barham completely re-imagined the orientation, moving the refrigerator to a new wall and moving the range from the island to a wall. He also moved the doorway from the living room to a new location to improve the overall flow. Everything in this kitchen was replaced except for the newer appliances and the beautiful exposed wood beams in the ceiling. Highlights of the design include stunning hardwood flooring, a craftsman style island, the custom black range hood, and vintage brass cabinet pulls sourced by the homeowners.

San Francisco Victorian - Classic Remodel

Gwen Callan Design, ASID

Design ideas for a traditional galley kitchen in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

White Marsh Residence | Blue Bell, PA

Period Architecture Ltd.

Angle Eye Photography
Design ideas for a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, white cabinets, marble benchtops, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop, shaker cabinets, white splashback and timber splashback.

Kitchen with Farmhouse Touches

Angela Francis Interiors, LLC

This was a new construction kitchen. The family wanted white cabinets with a bit of a farmhouse feel.
Large country u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and dark hardwood floors.

BEECH HAUS ADU

Dyer Studio Inc.

Converted from an existing Tuff Shed garage, the Beech Haus ADU welcomes short stay guests in the heart of the bustling Williams Corridor neighborhood. Natural light dominates this self-contained unit, with windows on all sides, yet maintains privacy from the primary unit. Double pocket doors between the Living and Bedroom areas offer spatial flexibility to accommodate a variety of guests and preferences. And the open vaulted ceiling makes the space feel airy and interconnected, with a playful nod to its origin as a truss-framed garage. A play on the words Beach House, we approached this space as if it were a cottage on the coast. Durable and functional, with simplicity of form, this home away from home is cozied with curated treasures and accents. We like to personify it as a vacationer: breezy, lively, and carefree.

Upstate Farmhouse

Chango

Architectural advisement, Interior Design, Custom Furniture Design & Art Curation by Chango & Co. Architecture by Crisp Architects Construction by Structure Works Inc. Photography by Sarah Elliott See the feature in Domino Magazine

Heathwood Road Kitchen Remodel

ReVision Design/Remodeling

This cabinet was custom designed to fit the Keurig and coffee supplies. The lift up door provides easy access without blocking the pathway. Mugs are stored behind glass doors above, and accessories are stored in the shallow drawers below. The bottomless cabinet and non-porous quartz counters makes clean-up a breeze. © Deborah Scannell Photography

Modern Kitchen Farmhouse

DM Deco Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, red floor, grey benchtop, white splashback and timber splashback.

Kitchen with White Splashback and Timber 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!