Country style kitchen.
Design ideas for a mid-sized country eat-in kitchen in Other with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, terra-cotta floors and with island.

Barrow Road

Mailen Design

Peter Landers
Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete benchtops, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Fresh Off the Farm

David Lund Design

PHOTO: Fresh Coast Collective
Mid-sized transitional l-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, dark wood cabinets and wood benchtops.

Kitchen Remodels

Ocala Kitchen and Bath, Inc.

Mid-sized industrial l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orlando with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, concrete benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island and beige floor.

The Crow's Nest

AR Design Studio Ltd

Martin Gardner
Design ideas for a modern galley open plan kitchen in Hampshire with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, glass sheet splashback, black appliances and with island.

Laura Ashley Kitchen Collection

User

Design ideas for a country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Sussex with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, light hardwood floors and no island.

Hardwood Flooring

CarpetsPlus ColorTile Missoula

Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island and brown floor.

Studio - Bordeaux Capucin

Thomas Pannetier

Thomas Pannetier Photography pour le Studio Polka - Architecte d'intérieur
This is an example of a small contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Bordeaux with white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets and a peninsula.

New York Loft

Casa Mia USA Inc.

This is an example of a large industrial galley open plan kitchen in New York with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, concrete floors, grey floor and with island.

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Lada

Кухня в стиле минимализм. Автор Лада Камышанская
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary kitchen in Other with wood benchtops, timber splashback, light hardwood floors, no island, a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, orange splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Vintage Farmhouse Kitchen

Laura Design Company

Photo Credit: Red Sweater Photography
Design ideas for a small country galley eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Pantry & Mudrooms

Closettec

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Cleveland with open cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, light hardwood floors and no island.

Traditional Pantry

CLOSET FURNISHINGS & CABINETRY

Traditional white pantry. Ten feet tall with walnut butcher block counter top, Shaker drawer fronts, polished chrome hardware, baskets with canvas liners, pullouts for canned goods and cooking sheet slots.

The Leicestershire Kitchen in the Woods by deVOL

deVOL Kitchens

deVOL Kitchens
Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors and no island.

Kings Place

William Guidero Planning and Design

interior designer: Kathryn Smith
Photo of a large country galley kitchen pantry in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, white splashback, subway tile splashback, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops and light hardwood floors.

Open Kitchen

Morgan McMurphy Renovation & Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style galley eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands and brown floor.

Photographies pour Transition Interior Design - Cuisine contemporaine

Damien Rigondeaud

This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, blue cabinets, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, wood benchtops, blue splashback, dark hardwood floors and no island.

French Country Inspired Kitchen

Randy Trainor

This kitchen is in a small 100 year old home in the center of the historic district of town. Maximizing the use of available space and imbuing this well-used, functioning kitchen with rich detail and elegance were the two most important aspects of the project. Except for being able to borrow a small amount of space from an adjacent hallway to accommodate the depth of the refrigerator, pantry and drawers on one end wall, there was no other way to expand the footprint of the kitchen. Since we had already remodeled and upgraded the décor in most of the rest of the house and since the kitchen opened into the dining room, we wanted to create a “little jewel box” of a kitchen that was dressy enough to blend with the surrounding areas. Extensive use of Calcutta marble and a mirror-backed cabinet with glass doors provide the desired sparkle and elegance while the existing oak floor and a thick mahogany countertop visually warm the room. Custom cabinets provide the necessary storage, and we found the perfect antique rug to add color. Hand painted tiles above the stove, the custom hood, and an elegant faucet underscore the theme. “Fun” elements include the imported French stool and the portrait of the homeowner’s cats placed just above their feeding area. Homes designed by Franconia interior designer Randy Trainor. She also serves the New Hampshire Ski Country, Lake Regions and Coast, including Lincoln, North Conway, and Bartlett. For more about Randy Trainor, click here: https://crtinteriors.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://crtinteriors.com/sophisticated-country-home/

Minimalist White Kitchen with Warm Accents

Sustainable Kitchens

The flat panel cabinets in this white minimalist kitchen have j handles and are painted in Farrow & Ball All White. The oak worktops have been stained with white to create a lighter toned wood which wraps around the island and cabinets. The Falcon range cooker and hood add a pop of contrast to the space. The copper pendant lights and white square splashback tiles add extra warmth and detail while the oak open shelving provides extra storage. Charlie O'Beirne

The Raynham Kitchen

Naked Kitchens

This beautiful kitchen embodies all the traditionalism of shaker design with some classic embellishments, such as aperture beading attached to the face frames and bold contrasts of colour between timeless oak and pelt purple with a neutral grey background. The simplicity and minimalist appeal continues with stylish pewter handles and glazed panels on the upper cabinets, to reflect light and illuminate the cabinets' feature piece contents and beautiful oak interior.

Kitchen with Wood Benchtops and Concrete Benchtops 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!