With the request for neutral tones, our design team has created a beautiful, light-filled space with a white lithostone bench top, solid timber drop-down seating area and terrazzo splashback ledge to amplify functionality without compromising style. We extended the window out to attract as much natural light as possible and utilised existing dead-space by adding a cozy reading nook. Fitted with power points and shelves, this nook can also be used to get on top of life admin.

Bothell - Whole House Remodel

Gallagher Construction

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and yellow benchtop.

Avery

Everett Custom Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional kitchen in Charlotte with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white floor and yellow benchtop.

KITCHEN Meridian Kessler Two Tone Green and White Transitional by CCG, Inc.

Central Construction Group, Inc.

Small transitional galley separate kitchen in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, grey floor and yellow benchtop.

Battery Park Apartment

J_spy Architecture | Design

This is an example of a large modern galley eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula, beige floor and yellow benchtop.

Modern Kitchen and Master Bath Renovation

Integrity Development & Construction, Inc.

Custom cabinetry for the kitchen island.
This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped separate kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, with island, black floor and yellow benchtop.

Philly Rowhouse Kitchen

Airy Kitchens

Design ideas for a small traditional galley separate kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, no island, grey floor and yellow benchtop.

DSWowFactor

Amy Storm & Company

Picture Perfect Home
This is an example of a large transitional kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and yellow benchtop.

Kitchen

Brooke Copp-Barton Interiors

Mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, no island and yellow benchtop.

El Sereno Residence

Hsu McCullough

The wood flooring wraps up the walls and ceiling in the kitchen creating a "wood womb": A complimentary contrast to the the pink and sea-foam painted custom cabinets, brass hardware, brass backsplash and brass island. Windows were intentionally placed on both ends of the kitchen to create a cozy space.

KITCHEN Meridian Kessler Two Tone Green and White Transitional by CCG, Inc.

Central Construction Group, Inc.

This is an example of a small transitional galley separate kitchen in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, grey floor and yellow benchtop.

White Contemporary Kitchen Downtown Salt Lake City

Kyle Aiken

Kyle Aiken Captures a white contemporary kitchen in downtown Salt Lake City for an kitchen design client. https://www.kaikenphotography.com/portfolio

Modern Mountain Chic

Mountainwood Construction

Beautiful welcoming kitchen with a large island that includes seating. Ribboned white quartz, flat panel white oak cabinets and gorgeous natural stone highlights this space creating a calming warmth. A large accordion window opens connecting the covered patio to the kitchen.

Luxury Custom Design Kitchens by VelArt

Velart Custom Kitchens & Closets

Large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances and yellow benchtop.

Blooming Broomfield Kitchen

Vanessa Empire Interiors, LLC

Green kitchen backsplash crowns crispy white shaker wood cabinets. Gold hardware, plumbing and lighting compliment the natural hardwood flooring.
Design ideas for a small transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, yellow benchtop and vaulted.

Modern Slate Kitchen

Lisa & Leroy

Out with the white, in with the slate. Darker cabinets with light terracotta tile backsplash and grey veined quartz counters were an ideal combo for this open concept kitchen.

Taheri Kitchen Design

USA Cabinet Store Fairfax

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, yellow benchtop and recessed.

Kitchen

Brooke Copp-Barton Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, no island and yellow benchtop.

Blackhawk Hilltop Estate

Aloha Kitchen, Bath & Design

This beautiful estate is positioned with beautiful views and mountain sides around which is why the client loves it so much and never wants to leave. She has lots of pretty decor and treasures she had collected over the years of travelling and wanted to give the home a facelift and better display those items, including a Murano glass chandelier from Italy. The kitchen had a strange peninsula and dining nook that we removed and replaced with a kitchen continent (larger than an island) and built in around the patio door that hide outlets and controls and other supplies. We changed all the flooring, stairway and railing including the gallery area, fireplaces, entryway and many other touches, completely updating the downstairs. Upstairs we remodeled the master bathroom, walk-in closet and after everything was done, she loved it so much that she had us come back a few years later to add another patio door with built in downstairs and an elevator from the master suite to the great room and also opened to a spa outside. (Photo credit; Shawn Lober Construction)

Sandy Springs Back in Black Kitchen

Haggard Home Cabinetry & Design

Waterfall countertop
Large modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and yellow benchtop.

Kitchen with Yellow 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!