Just because a space is small doesn't mean that it can't have function and style.
Inspiration for 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.

Pop of Color

Lowe's Home Improvement

Adding a big, bold dose of color to a room creates excitement. To get just the right amount of pop, start with a neutral base. Then add a few bright accessories—or an accent wall—to deliver the color you crave.

Asymmetric Corner Cabinet

Design 613, LLC

This is an asymmetric wall cabinet used as a base to capture some valuable storage. A large support post made using a standard susan-type base impossible. The uneven front measurements — 6" on the left part of the opening and 9" on the right gives good access and allows the standard cabinet to to its left to be 15" wide.

Kitchen Renovations

KSA Kitchens

This was a major remodel which required removal of a fireplace and elimination of a doorway, removal of a carport and expansion of the kitchen window area and creation of an enclosed breezeway. The cabinets are Craft-Maid Custom Cabinetry in butter yellow paint finish. The door style is Georgetown inset. The butter yellow finish is nicely offset with the existing hardward floors and Juparana granite. The walls are actually a medium grey but look green in this light.

Whole House Remodel in Bonita Springs FL Bonita Bay - Kitchen

Progressive Design Build

Southwest Florida’s hot summers and mild winters, along with amenity-rich communities and beautiful homes, attract retirees from around the world every year. And, it is not uncommon to see these active adults choosing to spend their summers away from Florida, only to return for the fall/winter. For our fabulous clients, that’s exactly what they did. After spending summers in Michigan, and winters in Bonita Springs, Florida, they decided to set down some roots. They purchased a home in Bonita Bay where they had enough space to build a guest suite for an aging parent who needed around the clock care. After interviewing three different contractors, the chose to retain Progressive Design Build’s design services. Progressive invested a lot of time during the design process to ensure the design concept was thorough and reflected the couple’s vision. Options were presented, giving these homeowners several alternatives and good ideas on how to realize their vision, while working within their budget. Progressive Design Build guided the couple all the way—through selections and finishes, saving valuable time and money. When all was said and done, the design plan included a completely remodeled master suite, a separate master suite for the couple’s aging parents, a new kitchen, family room entertainment area, and laundry room. The cozy home was renovated with tiled flooring throughout, with the exception of carpeting in the bedrooms. Progressive Design Build modified some interior walls, created Wainscoted panels, a new home office, and completely painted the home inside and out. This project resulted in the first of four additional projects this homeowner would complete with Progressive Design Build over the next five years. Kitchen: Varying heights and depths breaks up that long wall of DuraSupreme Cabinetry. Includes tumbled marble back splash and radiused island.

Magisterial in Massapequa Park

Consumers Kitchens & Baths

This kitchen is made up of Maple Wood Accord Starmark cabinets finished in Macadamia Tinted Varnish with a Chocolate Glaze. The wine area is made up of Cherry Wood Java Tinted Varnish Cabinets by Starmark, also in the accord style. The countertops are Berwyn & Bellingham by Cambria, respectively.

Crystal Cabinet Works

Lakeville Kitchen and Bath

Designed by Kathleen Fredrich
Mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, yellow cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Hoveton Hall

Kestrel Furniture

Inspiration for a large traditional kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, wood benchtops, with island, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, black appliances and brown floor.

Shelby Lake Kitchen

Taylor Burton Company Inc

Inspiration for an expansive transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Birmingham with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, concrete benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

Bright and Cheerful

WatchCity Kitchens LLC

We opened up two walls to create an open floor plan with the clients dining and living rooms and gaining them a seated island. The clients love their bright, welcoming space full of great storage! Cabinetry by Executive Cabinetry, Urban Flat Panel Door in Maple with Alabaster paint.

Fullerton Transitional Kitchen

Anew Kitchen and Bath Design Experience

This Kraftmaid cabinetry kitchen uses three wood finishes Amber, Moss and Ginger, two counter materials Quartz and granite and two back splash materials stainless steel and natural stone.

Farmhouse Charm

Barbara Purdy - Purdy & Associates Design

Light, bright and cheery with farmhouse touches.
Small country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Ottawa with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Baskerville (ALSF14)

Renovation Capital

Doors: Gloss lacquer Dulux Topelo Honey. Feature frame: Satin lacquer Dulux Walnut Hull. Table: Zulu Mask from Zuccari. Granite: Sarus Gold. Pendant lights, bar stools, floor tiling and ornaments by owner.

Magisterial in Massapequa Park

Consumers Kitchens & Baths

Summer house on the ocean coast

Oregano-Design Interior Lab

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style single-wall eat-in kitchen in Boston with a double-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, yellow cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Saratoga Townhouse Kitchen Remodel

Capitol District Supply

Flushed end cabinets, Woodland cabinetry
Design ideas for a small transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Yreka Cabinet Designs

Meek's Lumber & Hardware

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Sacramento with a double-bowl sink, yellow cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, beige benchtop, black appliances and shaker cabinets.

Mme Beauchamp

mylenejoly

Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Montreal with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island and grey floor.

Farming Pastime

Fiorentino Group Architects

Photo Credit: Leo McKillop
Inspiration for a small country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, subway tile splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Shepherds Bush, London

Laura Gompertz Interiors Ltd

Laura Gompertz
Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Kitchen with Yellow Cabinets and Multi-Coloured 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!