Fully customized kitchen, deep blue backsplash tile, pot filler is a faucet, custom cabinets, oak wood for the framing of this beautiful kitchen.
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury single-wall kitchen pantry in Austin with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and wood.

Mountain Style in VT

Jennifer Lane Architecture & Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Burlington with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, black benchtop and wood.

Kitchen

Beth Howley Creative LLC

Inspiration for an eclectic u-shaped open plan kitchen in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and wood.

Дом с потайной лестницей

goro_da

Large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Saint Petersburg with light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, white appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white floor, white benchtop and wood.

Mid-Century Modern Interior Remodel

Forward Design Build Remodel

The goal of this project was to create an updated, brighter, and larger kitchen for the whole family to enjoy. This new kitchen also needed to seamlessly integrate with the rest of the home both functionally and aesthetically. The laundry room also needed an aesthetic refresh. What sets this kitchen apart is the laminated plywood edging between walnut cabinetry and the door handle detail integrated within those boundaries.

Southern Hills Fresh Update

GMI Design Group

Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, mosaic tile splashback, white appliances, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and wood.

Nelson Park - Unit #1

Madeleine Design Group Inc.

Photo of an expansive transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Vancouver with an integrated sink, louvered cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and wood.

West Seattle Mid-Century

Board & Vellum

Photos by Tina Witherspoon.
Large midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, with island, black benchtop and wood.

Lonesomeville Pottery Studio & ADU

Shelter Solutions LLC - ADU Specialist

Small country l-shaped kitchen in Portland with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, tile benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, white benchtop, vaulted and wood.

Mid Century Modern Remodel

C&R Remodeling

This mid century modern home boasted irreplaceable features including original wood cabinets, wood ceiling, and a wall of floor to ceiling windows. C&R developed a design that incorporated the existing details with additional custom cabinets that matched perfectly. A new lighting plan, quartz counter tops, plumbing fixtures, tile backsplash and floors, and new appliances transformed this kitchen while retaining all the mid century flavor.

Projet L - Cuisine sur mesure

Atelier B-wood

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige splashback, panelled appliances, with island, beige floor, beige benchtop and wood.

Cedar Island Residence

Scott Edwards Architecture

Midcentury kitchen in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and wood.

Modern Kitchen

Inspiration for a large modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and wood.

Mountain Eclectic

Colossus Mfg.

The mountain vibes are strong in this rustic industrial kitchen with textured dark wood cabinetry, an iron wrapped hood, milk globe pendants, black shiplap walls, and black counter tops and backsplash.

Midtown Midmod

Hammersmith Structures

Inspiration for a midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and wood.

DANBURY TONWHOUSE

APK Designs LLC

Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall open plan kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and wood.

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ARTISAN Carpentry & Renovations Inc.

Contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, multi-coloured benchtop, recessed and wood.

Not Your Grandfather's Barn! A Modern Pole Barn House in Lauderdale Lake Area

Stebnitz Builders, Inc.

This 2,500 square-foot home, combines the an industrial-meets-contemporary gives its owners the perfect place to enjoy their rustic 30- acre property. Its multi-level rectangular shape is covered with corrugated red, black, and gray metal, which is low-maintenance and adds to the industrial feel. Encased in the metal exterior, are three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a state-of-the-art kitchen, and an aging-in-place suite that is made for the in-laws. This home also boasts two garage doors that open up to a sunroom that brings our clients close nature in the comfort of their own home. The flooring is polished concrete and the fireplaces are metal. Still, a warm aesthetic abounds with mixed textures of hand-scraped woodwork and quartz and spectacular granite counters. Clean, straight lines, rows of windows, soaring ceilings, and sleek design elements form a one-of-a-kind, 2,500 square-foot home

Timber Tones in Kitchen, Bathroom & Custom Joinery in Perth

Elementi Concept

Expansive industrial l-shaped open plan kitchen in Perth with a single-bowl sink, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, grey floor, grey benchtop, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, with island and wood.

Post and Beam beauty

Jessica Bell Designs

This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped kitchen in Burlington with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and wood.

All Ceiling Designs Kitchen with Wood 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!