photo by: Chipper Hatter
This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Farrow & Ball Moles Breath No.276 Kitchen Glass Splashback

Pro Glass 4

Described as a Moody Grey by Farrow & Ball, Moles Breath adds a luxurious finish to this modern kitchen. Set underneath kitchen cupboards that have the added light from LED strips gives this kitchen the ultimate in a modern luxury finish.

Mid-century Modern Kitchen Remodel

Core Home Solutions, Inc.

Mid-century modern kitchen design featuring: - Kraftmaid Vantage cabinets (Barnet Golden Lager) with quartersawn maple slab fronts and tab cabinet pulls - Island Stone Wave glass backsplash tile - White quartz countertops - Thermador range and dishwasher - Cedar & Moss mid-century brass light fixtures - Concealed undercabinet plug mold receptacles - Undercabinet LED lighting - Faux-wood porcelain tile for island paneling

Bridle Trails

AOME Architects

Connected to the great room, a functional and inviting kitchen allows accessibility while entertaining guests, unlike the original, isolated and constricted quarters of the previous galley kitchen. Photography by Mike Jensen

River Oaks Contemporary Complete Transformation

Pipkin Homes LLC

Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

River Forest Drive

Murphy's Design

Photos by Bob Narod. Remodeled by Murphy's Design.
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, an undermount sink, quartz benchtops and beige splashback.

Major Residential Renovation & Addition

Built Tough Construction of North Georgia

Design Services Provided - Architect was asked to convert this 1950's Split Level Style home into a Traditional Style home with a 2-story height grand entry foyer. The new design includes modern amenities such as a large 'Open Plan' kitchen, a family room, a home office, an oversized garage, spacious bedrooms with large closets, a second floor laundry room and a private master bedroom suite for the owners that includes two walk-in closets and a grand master bathroom with a vaulted ceiling. The Architect presented the new design using Professional 3D Design Software. This approach allowed the Owners to clearly understand the proposed design and secondly, it was beneficial to the Contractors who prepared Preliminary Cost Estimates. The construction duration was nine months and the project was completed in September 2015. The client is thrilled with the end results! We established a wonderful working relationship and a lifetime friendship. I am truly thankful for this opportunity to design this home and work with this client!

Elegant Transitional Kitchen Remodel

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

Kitchen Remodel highlights a spectacular mix of finishes bringing this transitional kitchen to life. A balance of wood and painted cabinetry for this Millennial Couple offers their family a kitchen that they can share with friends and family. The clients were certain what they wanted in their new kitchen, they choose Dacor appliances and specially wanted a refrigerator with furniture paneled doors. The only company that would create these refrigerator doors are a full eclipse style without a center bar was a custom cabinet company Ovation Cabinetry. The client had a clear vision about the finishes including the rich taupe painted cabinets which blend perfect with the glam backsplash.

Hobson Place Condo

Tyler Vitosh

Tyler Vitosh | REALTOR®
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Omaha with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Ocean View

OLSON LEWIS + Architects

This Oceanside home, built to take advantage of majestic rocky views of the North Atlantic, incorporates outside living with inside glamor. Sunlight streams through the large exterior windows that overlook the ocean. The light filters through to the back of the home with the clever use of over sized door frames with transoms, and a large pass through opening from the kitchen/living area to the dining area. Retractable mosquito screens were installed on the deck to create an outdoor- dining area, comfortable even in the mid summer bug season. Photography: Greg Premru

Long Beach Cottage Kitchen

Hulan Design

Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and no island.

Hickory in kitchen. Wide and long

Sandberg's Custom Hardwood Floors

Kitchen design and build by Emily's Interiors
Mid-sized transitional l-shaped kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, medium hardwood floors, with island, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black splashback, glass tile splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Knotty Walnut Kitchen

Rimrock Cabinet Co.

Photo of a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Rockaway Beach

InHaus Kitchen & Bath

Mid-sized beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Red Mosaic Glass Tile Backsplash

Wendy Walter Design

Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with white cabinets, red splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, quartz benchtops, glass tile splashback and grey benchtop.

The Beach Townhouse, Ocean City, Maryland

Rene Robert Mueller Architect + Planner

Photo by Coastal Style Magazine
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style l-shaped kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

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This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Maret Point Addition & Renovation - Townville, SC

Chapman Design Group, Inc.

Mark Hoyle
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Charlotte with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Happy Hip Family Kitchen

Dana King Design Build Remodeling

A fun, hip kitchen with a mid-century modern vibe. The homeowners wanted a kitchen to make them happy. We think you can't help but smile! NEXT Project Studio Jerry Voloski

Transitional Kitchen

This is an example of a small transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula.

L-shaped Kitchen with 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!