This homeowner wanted to increase the size of her kitchen and make it a family center during gatherings. The old dining room was brought into the kitchen, doubling the size and dining room moved to the old formal living area. Shaker Cabinets in a pale yellow were installed and the island was done with bead board highlighted to accent the exterior. A baking center on the right side was built lower to accommodate the owner who is an active bread maker. That counter was installed with Carrara Marble top. Glass subway tile was installed as the backsplash. The Island counter top is book matched walnut from Devos Woodworking in Dripping Springs Tx. It is an absolute show stopper when you enter the kitchen. Pendant lighting is a multipe light with the appearance of old insulators which the owner has collected over the years. Open Shelving, glass fronted cabinets and specialized drawers for trash, dishes and knives make this kitchen the owners wish list complete.

Kurti

The Selection Center

Just because a space is small doesn't mean that it can't have function and style.
This is an example of a small traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

New Construction Roseville MN

Rooms With Style

Open Concept Kitchen Shar Sitter
Inspiration for an arts and crafts eat-in kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Hampshire Kitchen

Alliance Home Remodeling

Design ideas for a small traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Yellow and Grey Contemporary Kitchen

LA Signature Home Interiors

This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, glass tile splashback, white appliances, grey floor, flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback and no island.

Vermont South Kitchen Renovation

Williams Cabinets

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Warm Modern - Upper Northwest DC

Amicus Green Building Center

Credit: Amicus Green Building Center Cabinets: Birdseye Maple with no added formaldehyde, no VOCs, Greenguard for Schools certified
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cork floors and no island.

Color!!!

Kat Nelson Designs

Lisa Konz Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped separate kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

It's White Alright

The Jae Company

Before, this Dublin, Ohio, kitchen had the look of the early 1990s and was in the need of some TLC. The white cabinets with light wood trim and linoleum floor were begging for an update. With the help of Kraftmaid's Lyndale style countertops in maple canvas, the kitchen now has a clean, crisp white look to it. The countertops are Cambria Quartz in Cuddington. The appliances are a SubZero 700 TCI refrigerator, a Jenn-Air downdraft cooktop, a Dacor single oven, a Sharp microwave drawer and an Asko dishwasher.

Wellers Bay, Prince Edward County

Belinda Kelly Interior Design

Stunning hinkley pendants hight the newly refreshed kitchen. The kitchen cabinets were refinished by surface medic in Benjamin Moore Simply White. New chrome hardware and a beautiful faucet. The clients existing barstools were reupholstered in a lovely light toned grey leather.

Cape Cod Kitchen

Laurel Construction and Design Company

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Kurti

The Selection Center

Just because a space is small doesn't mean that it can't have function and style.
Small traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Lakeside Condo

Britany Hanthorn with MBS Interiors

The kitchen was designed in Starmark Cabinetry's Maple Cosmopolitan featuring a tuxedo style with White and Graphite finishes. The Vicostone quartz counters are Sparkling Grey Poilshed. Hardware is from Hickory Hardware in Verona Bronze. Appliances from GE in Slate with a Sharp microwave drawer.

Sunny in Seattle Kitchen

Tara Veith Kitchen & Bath Design

Jesse Young
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Transitional Kitchen Renovation in Arts & Crafts Home

Lemon Grass Interior Architecture

Erik Rank Photography
Photo of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and a peninsula.

Dramatic Update

Project:Kitchens, LLC

Blue Tie Photo
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional eat-in kitchen in Denver with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Modern Parkshore Condo

Angie Keyes CKBD

Blaine Johnathan
Inspiration for a large modern galley eat-in kitchen in Miami with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Fisher Lake

PCW design/build

A. Polderman
Large beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Grand Rapids with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, yellow cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

White Contemporary Kitchen in Milton, Ga

Cheryl Pett Design Ltd.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, yellow cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Mansfield - Kitchen Renovation (Ottawa)

Amsted Design-Build

All aspects of the kitchen were condensed to provide a more spacious open concept eating area and living space. A smaller euro inspired fridge and pantry were designed to integrate into the millwork, rather than being the central features of a conventional kitchen. The original, ineffective island was oversized and impractical. The new ‘island’ was decreased in size and relocated to function as a galley kitchen, increasing efficiency by providing prep surface, counter seating, additional storage and “right height” microwave shelving (perfect for small children’s helping hands.) Several unique decorative elements were incorporated to match the couple’s aesthetic preferences. The use of stainless steel is a common element throughout, appearing in the open shelves, kitchen appliances, as a magnet board to display children’s artwork and ‘honey do’ lists, and is also repeated on the toe-kick for the cabinets. It is further incorporated into other areas beyond the kitchen as the table-top for the adjacent eating area and other decorative elements. Another design feature in the kitchen is the appearance of multi-level tiers, drawing your eye to various levels throughout the kitchen. In combination with the custom glass backsplash of gradient greys, the long horizontal and vertical “blocks” do not permit your gaze to wander the room. It forces the fixation on particular aspects, and yet works as a cohesive element, tying the room together. Finally, the colours throughout the space, while bright on their own, soften each other when combined. The stainless steel, grey tone backsplash, grey quartz countertops and natural yellow maple and soft yellow lacquer custom cabinets complement each other perfectly into a kitchen that is uniquely theirs.

Kitchen with Yellow Cabinets and Glass Tile 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!