Such an exciting transformation for this sweet family. A modern take on Southwest design has us swooning over these neutrals with bold and fun pops of color and accents that showcase the gorgeous footprint of this kitchen, dining, and drop zone to expertly tuck away the belonging of a busy family!

Boulder Canyon

Pruett & Co.

In this remodel we painted the existing perimeter cabinets a soft sea salt color and built a new island that included a cozy banquette that faces the gorgeous view of the Flatirons.

Semi-Detached house based in Castlebar

Maker Gents

Contemporary renovation of a semi-detached house in Castlebar. These images show the kitchen, however, other images to follow will show the entire project completion over 3 months. Re-wiring, plumbing, flooring, painting, Carpentry, fitted furniture and groundworks.

Berkeley Hills Kitchen

Form + Field

Design ideas for a modern eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Custom 60" Dual Drain Workstation Sink by Rachiele Custom Sinks

Rachiele Custom Sinks

60" custom dual drain workstation stainless steel sink by Rachiele Custom Sinks
This is an example of a large contemporary kitchen in Orlando with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, with island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Large Scale Full Home Remodel

Mariano & Co., LLC

This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Bricks and Stones NJ: Reinstating Fresh Elegance to a 100-Year Old Estate

Michael Robert Construction

Inspiration for a transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

House from the Trees: Kitchen

Tamara Day Design

This is an example of a contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Kansas City with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Bernese Farmhouse

Colossus Mfg.

Walk-in pantry with ample storage hidden behind floor to ceiling cabinets.
Photo of an expansive single-wall eat-in kitchen in Sacramento with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Shutters Make the Windows

ShadeCraft LLC

Create a finished look for your home using shutters specifically built for your windows.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, grey floor, multi-coloured benchtop and wood.

Modern Kitchen - Designed By Stile Cabinetry

Quartz Co Surfaces

Bold veining creates eye-catching contrast in this modern kitchen. Featuring seamless mitered edges that offer a sleek profile which complements the contemporary aesthetic of this space

Rock Creek Ridge Residence in SunUp Bay

Edwards Smith Construction

White kitchen with waterfall island countertop; shiplap ceiling, walls and hood; walnut floor in herringbone pattern
Photo of a transitional eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, with island, timber, exposed beam, vaulted, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Composed Contemporary

Kitchen Design Partners, Inc.

Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Bevlane Project

Riki S. Design

Kitchen remodel featuring a statement island
This is an example of a large modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Hale Navy

Thyme & Place Design LLC

The client requested a kitchen that would not only provide a great space to cook and enjoy family meals but one that would fit in with her unique design sense. An avid collector of contemporary art, she wanted something unexpected in her 100-year-old home in both color and finishes but still providing a great layout with improved lighting, storage, and superior cooking abilities. The existing kitchen was in a closed off space trapped between the family room and the living. If you were in the kitchen, you were isolated from the rest of the house. Making the kitchen an integrated part of the home was a paramount request. Step one, remove the wall separating the kitchen from the other rooms in the home which allowed the new kitchen to become an integrated space instead of an isolation room for the cook. Next, we relocated the pantry access which was in the family room to the kitchen integrating a poorly used recess which had become a catch all area which did not provide any usable space for storage or working area. To add valuable function in the kitchen we began by capturing unused "cubbies", adding a walk-in pantry from the kitchen, increasing the storage lost to un-needed drop ceilings and bring light and design to the space with a new large awning window, improved lighting, and combining interesting finishes and colors to reflect the artistic attitude of the client. A bathroom located above the kitchen had been leaking into the plaster ceiling for several years. That along with knob and tube wiring, rotted beams and a brick wall from the back of the fireplace in the adjacent living room all needed to be brought to code. The walls, ceiling and floors in this 100+ year old home were completely out of level and the room’s foot print could not be increased. The choice of a Sub-Zero wolf product is a standard in my kitchen designs. The quality of the product, its manufacturing and commitment to food preservation is the reason I specify Sub Zero Wolf. For the cook top, the integrated line of the contemporary cooktop and the signature red knobs against the navy blue of the cabinets added to the design vibe of the kitchen. The cooking performance and the large continuous grate on the cooktop makes it an obvious choice for a cook looking for a great cook top with professional results in a more streamlined profile. We selected a Sharp microwave drawer for the island, an XO wine refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher and Kitchen Aid double convection wall ovens to round out the appliance package. A recess created by the fireplace was outfitted with a cabinet which now holds small appliances within easy reach of my very petite client. Natural maple accents were used inside all the wall cabinets and repeated on the front of the hood and for the sliding door appliance cabinet and the floating shelves. This allows a brighter interior for the painted cabinets instead of the traditional same interior as exterior finish choice. The was an amazing transformation from the old to the new. The final touches are the honey bronze hardware from Top Knobs, Mitzi pendants from Hudson Valley Lighting group, a fabulous faucet from Brizo. To eliminate the old freestanding bottled water cooler, we specified a matching water filter faucet.

Hardeeville New Construction Project

Kitchen Design Solutions

Inspiration for a large beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, glass tile splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Bastien Renovation

Su Casa Cabinets INC

Large midcentury u-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and timber.

All Electric Home - kitchen

Tali Hardonag Architect

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped kitchen pantry in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, panelled appliances, vinyl floors, with island, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

Highcroft Home Remodel

Studio M Kitchen & Bath

The customized cabinetry in this kitchen is perfect for keeping everyday cooking items on hand! This spice drawer organizes the homeowner's spices while also displaying their labels. No more sifting through mismatched bottles trying to find the one you're looking for.

Rustic Farmhouse Kitchen

Create Good Sinks

Our 37" ledge workstation sink, paired with 15" dishwasher-safe white cutting board and stainless steel roll mat.
Inspiration for a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cincinnati with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen with with Island and Multi-Coloured Benchtop 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!