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.

London Calling

Aspen Grove Kitchen & Bath, Inc.

Stephen Paul Whitsitt
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, shaker cabinets, metal splashback, beige floor and white benchtop.

Our Showroom - Display 4

Cwtch Haus

Photo of a small l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, yellow splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Cuisine noir et vieux bois

DAI Creation

Cuisine noir mat et vieux bois, credence dibond jaune.plan de travail quartz.sol beton ciré
This is an example of a small country single-wall open plan kitchen in Grenoble with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, metal splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor and black benchtop.

The seams of Raw Urth

Raw Urth Designs

Design: Custom cabinet and backsplash Material: Burnished Brass Handmade by Raw Urth Designs. Photography by Chris Reilmann Photo. Collaboration of design with Nowell Vincent Interiors. Visit www.rawurth.com to see more designs and to spark inspiration for your next project!

All Custom Woodworks

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall kitchen in San Francisco with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, beige floor, multi-coloured benchtop and metal splashback.

Cabinet d'Avocats

Desjoconception

Transitional single-wall separate kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, yellow splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

Custom Cabinetry

Generations West

Large contemporary single-wall kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow splashback and metal splashback.

Classic White Kitchen

Kitchen & Bath Designs, LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional separate kitchen in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, a farmhouse sink, yellow splashback, metal splashback, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Maryland Farmhouse Restoration

John Patrick Cunningham / Architect

The clients liked a lot about their existing kitchen, so we kept the floor, and most of the general feel, while upgrading the layout and finishes.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, yellow splashback, metal splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, no island, brown floor, white benchtop and wood.

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 custom cabinets, brass hardware, brass backsplash and brass island. Living room and entry beyond

Our Showroom - Display 4

Cwtch Haus

Maryland Farmhouse Restoration

John Patrick Cunningham / Architect

The clients liked a lot about their existing kitchen, so we kept the floor, and most of the general feel, while upgrading the layout and finishes.
Mid-sized country u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, yellow splashback, metal splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, no island, brown floor, white benchtop and wood.

Kitchen with Yellow Splashback and Metal 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!