Butler's Pantry in residential renovation. The client wanted as much storage as possible within a very small footprint. A slim fixed window was included to allow natural light into what would have been a very dark space. Benchtops are in a beautiful Nikpol laminate finish with a textured wood grain.

Fairview Forest - Fairview/Asheville, NC

Cool Mountain Construction, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, window splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, black benchtop and black splashback.

Abitazione privata - Cesano Maderno

Paola Ascoli/Venature

foto di paola ascoli
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Milan with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen & Deck in Brookeville

Lofgren Construction

Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, with island and window splashback.

Rocky Ledge Modernist

Tee House Design LLC

molly tee
Photo of a mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, window splashback, panelled appliances, linoleum floors and with island.

Chroma Contemporary Loft Kitchen in the City

Dura Supreme Cabinetry

One important element with any design project is the development of a "design path" (or "color path"), that creates a coherent, well-planned look for the entire space. Oftentimes this is called a "color board" and all the swatches, finishes and fabrics are laid out together to see the entire room (or entire home) and how all the design elements coordinate and work together. In kitchen design, this includes wall paint colors, cabinetry finish colors, flooring, countertops, and tile along with appliance, plumbing, and hardware finishes. For the interior design with a room or entire home, it includes furnishings and other surfaces as well. The idea is to create a cohesive look for the entire space. To create a color path for your home or remodeling project, begin with your neutral colors and then select the other colors for your space. The colors you select may be based on your existing furnishings, a favorite piece of art, or simply colors that resonate to you. In order to create a visually appealing space, let this color page guide your color selections going forward. Neutral colors (gray, beige, taupe or white) will usually be the background palette with 1-3 other dominant colors layered. For contemporary or transitional designs, oftentimes a sleek, neutral palette is selected and it's important for all colors to be consistent with this palette. For this soft contemporary kitchen, a neutral palette of gray wood-tone (Weathered "A" finish on Oak) with white-gray paint, stainless and black appliances were selected and then carefully blended throughout the home for a clean, sleek appearance. Once the "color path" was selected, the cabinetry was specified in the appropriate colors and all of the surfaces, soft goods, plateware, and accent pieces were selected to coordinate. Featuring Dura Supreme's Bria Frameless Cabinetry shown with the Dura Supreme's Chroma door style. The Chrome door style is one of our many classic slab cabinet door styles. This design combines our Pearl light gray paint finish with our Weathered "A" finish on Red Oak for the accents and shelving. Request a FREE Dura Supreme Brochure Packet: http://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochure Find a Dura Supreme Showroom near you today: http://www.durasupreme.com/dealer-locator

David Reid Show Home (CHCH)

Palazzo Kitchens & Appliances

A closer view of the island bench shows that 2x 16mm panels have been used to create the negative details, that creates the contrast the island needs. This stunning show kitchen located within the Christchurch David Reid Homes - show home. This kitchen has used Nobilia exclusive matt black lacquer to create a soft yet bold affect. The Lacquer is incredibly durable and gives the kitchen cabinets a "depth" un-achievable using standard laminates finished. This lacquer is popular, as the cost factor is close enough to a standard laminate door, that many clients are pleasantly surprised they can upgrade to lacquer within their budget! The concrete effect is new to the Nobilia range, and Palazzo has used it extensively, as the perfect contrast with many of colors available from our range. The concrete Laminate has been used on the bench at 16mm and an impressive negative detail to match the black cabinet highlights the modern appeal of this kitchen.

Warwick Home 2

Western Cabinets

Cookbooks. A place for my clients much loved books was high on the list of reccommendations for thier family‘s new kitchen design. Not being able to part from any, my client needed a dedicated space for them to display amongst the design. The existing formal closed loving at the front of the home, entered into a separate compact kitchen and dining were to be transformed into an open, free flowing interior not disrupted by walls but somewhere the whole family were able to gather. A soft palette layered with fresh whites, large slabs of clouded concrete benches, planked Jarrah timber floors finished with solid timber Blackbutt accents allow for seamless integration into the home‘s interior. Cabinetry compliments the expansive length of the kitchen, whilst the simplicity of design provides impact to the home.

Aesthetic Annerley

KITCHEN GALLERY

Small scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Brisbane with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, window splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Mooloolaba rebuild

Coastal Style Constructions

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sunshine Coast with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, window splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Classy in the Country

Vekart Limited

Inspiration for a large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Hamilton with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, window splashback, black appliances and with island.

Contemporary Kitchen

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, window splashback, black appliances, concrete floors and with island.

Designer Kirsten Grove's Dreamy Waxed Alberene Soapstone Kitchen

Polycor

The peninsula countertop has a solid mitered waterfall end showcasing the white calcite veining of the Alberene Soapstone countertops from the Polycor Virginia quarry. Photo: Karen Krum

Mitcham Modern

BD Building Design

Servery Window
Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian galley open plan kitchen in Melbourne with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Warwick Home 2

Western Cabinets

Barton House

Julie Firkin Architects

The kitchen has views to the living and dining areas and is highly connected to the garden, with a servery as well as window splash-backs. True to the midcentury palette, the character of the materials is expressed, resulting in a pleasing clash of hardwood, ground concrete, dark joinery and garden views.

Rocky Ledge Modernist

Tee House Design LLC

molly tee
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, linoleum floors, with island, white splashback, window splashback and panelled appliances.

cuisine salade de roquette et fleurs comestible

Fines cuisines

Mid-sized eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Montreal with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, tile benchtops, white splashback, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and a peninsula.

Elysian House

Bunch Design

Large modern separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, onyx benchtops, green splashback, window splashback, coloured appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

The Hen House - Open plan kitchen diner

HEM Architects

Open plan kitchen diner with plywood floor-to-ceiling feature storage wall. Contemporary dark grey kitchen with exposed services.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, window splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, brown benchtop, flat-panel cabinets and vaulted.

Kitchen with Window 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!