The Kitchen forms the center piece of this contemporary apartment renovation in Manly Vale. Green is a colour that is really on trend in Interior Design at the moment. Green evokes emotions of calm and relaxation which helps create a welcoming and serene home environment. Coupled with the layered textural elements in the form of the Zellige style tiles, custom door profiles and ribbed timber paneling this kitchen is bold yet refined and interesting from every angle.

Pepper Laner Renovation and Addition

HSPartners

Inspiration for an expansive transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Houston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, onyx benchtops, yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, multiple islands, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Contemporary Kitchen and Guest Bath

Lynn Hopkins Architects

The re-imagined divider wall is wrapped in honey-colored limestone that compliments the natural wood finish of the existing ceiling and windows. New maple cabinets continue the palette of natural finished wood. The golden tones of the cabinets and stone divider wall add needed warmth to the previously austere kitchen. The pass-through provides not only a generous serving counter for the breakfast area, but also bar seating.

Atlantic Ave

Matthew Viederman Architect PC

Photo by Natalie Schueller
Inspiration for a small modern u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, yellow splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, a peninsula and red floor.

Iglehart Avenue, St. Paul

Albers Design LLC

Pantry with cherry open shelving, soapstone countertop and teal window casing and ceiling.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, yellow splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, black benchtop and wood.

Holiday-inspired kitchen, New Malden

Thomas Davies Kitchens

Large contemporary eat-in kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, with island and white benchtop.

Applewood Atomic Kitchen

TVL Creative Ltd.

When a client tells us they’re a mid-century collector and long for a kitchen design unlike any other we are only too happy to oblige. This kitchen is saturated in mid-century charm and its custom features make it difficult to pin-point our favorite aspect! Cabinetry We had the pleasure of partnering with one of our favorite Denver cabinet shops to make our walnut dreams come true! We were able to include a multitude of custom features in this kitchen including frosted glass doors in the island, open cubbies, a hidden cutting board, and great interior cabinet storage. But what really catapults these kitchen cabinets to the next level is the eye-popping angled wall cabinets with sliding doors, a true throwback to the magic of the mid-century kitchen. Streamline brushed brass cabinetry pulls provided the perfect lux accent against the handsome walnut finish of the slab cabinetry doors. Tile Amidst all the warm clean lines of this mid-century kitchen we wanted to add a splash of color and pattern, and a funky backsplash tile did the trick! We utilized a handmade yellow picket tile with a high variation to give us a bit of depth; and incorporated randomly placed white accent tiles for added interest and to compliment the white sliding doors of the angled cabinets, helping to bring all the materials together. Counter We utilized a quartz along the counter tops that merged lighter tones with the warm tones of the cabinetry. The custom integrated drain board (in a starburst pattern of course) means they won’t have to clutter their island with a large drying rack. As an added bonus, the cooktop is recessed into the counter, to create an installation flush with the counter surface. Stair Rail Not wanting to miss an opportunity to add a touch of geometric fun to this home, we designed a custom steel handrail. The zig-zag design plays well with the angles of the picket tiles and the black finish ties in beautifully with the black metal accents in the kitchen. Lighting We removed the original florescent light box from this kitchen and replaced it with clean recessed lights with accents of recessed undercabinet lighting and a terrifically vintage fixture over the island that pulls together the black and brushed brass metal finishes throughout the space. This kitchen has transformed into a strikingly unique space creating the perfect home for our client’s mid-century treasures.

Loft 10ème

Agnès & Agnès architecture

Baptiste Lignel
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, no island and yellow splashback.

Minimalistic Modern

Creative Design Construction, Inc.

Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

TWIN + Simona Garufi

Elica Americas Range Hoods

Photo of a mid-sized industrial single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with concrete floors, open cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, yellow splashback and a peninsula.

Blue Kitchen

Modern Design Cabinetry

Modern Design Cabinetry
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and no island.

Entheogenic Design

The Vrindavan Project

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Showplace Home Product Gallery

Custom Kitchen Designs LLC

Large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Historic 1850's Couch House Renovation

FORNEY + architecture, LLC

Design ideas for a large transitional galley open plan kitchen in St Louis with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

Studio Voltaire

Elsa Brel Décoration

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, yellow splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Grogans Point- Award winning kitchen 2015 Sub-Zero/Wolf KDC regional winner

Poggenpohl Houston

2015 Sub-Zero/Wolf KDC regional winner Poggenpohl Kitchen Designed By Cheryl Carpenter Photographed by Jill Broussard
Photo of a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, yellow splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, multiple islands and quartz benchtops.

White Quartz Countertops from Silestone

dRemodeling

The delicate natural veining in the otherwise pristine white quartz countertops from Silestone adds to the warmth of this mid-century modern space.
Design ideas for a large modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Blue & Oak Kitchen

Enigma Design

Beautiful modern kitchen finished in white oak and F&B Hague Blue. Silestone Yukon worktops. Steven Jones
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dublin with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, laminate floors, yellow splashback and stainless steel appliances.

2017 Alameda Makeover

HDR Remodeling Inc.

HDR Remodeling Inc. specializes in classic East Bay homes. Whole-house remodels, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, garage and basement conversions are our specialties. Our start-to-finish process -- from design concept to permit-ready plans to production -- will guide you along the way to make sure your project is completed on time and on budget and take the uncertainty and stress out of remodeling your home. Our philosophy -- and passion -- is to help our clients make their remodeling dreams come true.

Capitol Hill Kitchen Remodel

CRD Design Build

View of open pocket doors from the dining room. Photo Credit: Dale Lang Northwest Architectural Photography
Mid-sized arts and crafts galley kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island and subway tile splashback.

Kitchen with Yellow 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!