This rustic modern home was purchased by an art collector that needed plenty of white wall space to hang his collection. The furnishings were kept neutral to allow the art to pop and warm wood tones were selected to keep the house from becoming cold and sterile. Published in Modern In Denver | The Art of Living. Daniel O'Connor Photography

Thivierge

Louis L'artisan

Classic white kitchen never goes out of style. This kitchen is a soft white grey with a touch of natural warmth with wood.
Inspiration for a large traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Ottawa with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, beige floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Contemporary & Modern Rye Home

Touijer Designs

Contemporary, white kitchen designed to be streamlined in the look by having no hardware on the upper cabinets and matte black edge pulls on the lower cabinetry. White Caesarstone countertops and Neolith backsplash complete the look.

Transitional Remodel with Geometric Trim

McClure Contracting, Inc.

This was a whole house remodel, the owners are more transitional in style, and they had a lot of special requests including the suspended bar seats on the bar, as well as the geometric circles that were custom to their space. The doors, moulding, trim work and bar are all completely custom to their aesthetic interests. We tore out a lot of walls to make the kitchen and living space a more open floor plan for easier communication, The hidden bar is to the right of the kitchen, replacing the previous closet pantry that we tore down and replaced with a framed wall, that allowed us to create a hidden bar (hidden from the living room) complete with a tall wine cooler on the end of the island. Photo Credid: Peter Obetz

Sage Kitchen Full view

Heartland Building & Design

This is an example of a large transitional galley eat-in kitchen with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Modern farmhouse kitchen, mud area, half bath

Tracey Stephens Interior Design Inc

Gut renovation re-configured 168 square foot kitchen, mud closet and half bath.
Inspiration for a large country kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, blue floor and brown benchtop.

Knott Kitchen Remodel - Completed Project 8

Sledgehammer Construction

In the formal dining room the existing chandelier was replaced with a very large oval black and gold contemporary chandelier to tie into the fixture at the eat-in area. The Eternal Statuario quartz countertop was made to have an eased edge profile and a radiused overhang at the peninsula so barstools could be placed across from the sink for guests or additional seating when eating. The underside of the countertops were trimmed with the same wood trim as the baseboards for continuity.

Shaker Kitchen & Living Room in Welwyn

Planet Furniture

We’re delighted to be able to show this, our latest project in Welwyn Garden City. More than ever, we need our homes to do so much. We want the kitchens functional and beautiful, the living areas comfortable yet practical with plenty of storage - and when it’s open plan living, like this one, we want the spaces to connect in a stylish and individual way. Choosing a supplier that creates hand built, bespoke cabinets and fitted furniture is the very best way to ensure all boxes are ticked! In this project the kitchen and living areas have been hand built in a classic Shaker style which is sure to stand the test of time but with some lovely contemporary touches. The mirror splashback, in the kitchen, allows the natural light to bounce around the kitchen and the copper accents are bright and stylish and keep the whole look current. The pendants are from tom Dixon @tom_dixon11. The cabinets are hand painted in F&B’s downpipe which is a favourite, and for good reason. It contrasts beautifully with their chalky Wimbourne White and, in an open plan living situation like this, it sets the kitchen area apart from living area. At Planet we love combining two finishes. Here, the Corian worktop in Vanilla sits beautifully with the Solid oak Breakfast bar which in itself is great with a wooden floor. The colours and finishes continue into the Living Room which unifies the whole look. The cupboards and shelving are painted in Wimbourne White with accents of the Downpipe on the back panels of the shelving. A drinks cabinet has become a popular addition to our projects, and no wonder! It’s a stylish and fun addition to the room. With doors closed it blends perfectly with the run of storage cupboards and open – no detail has been overlooked. It has integrated lighting and the worktop is the same Vanilla Corian as the kitchen. To complete the drinks cupboard a scalloped oak wine rack below has been hand built by our skilled craftsmen.

weiße Küche rational Tio grifflos mit Muldenlüfter, Bar und Granitplatte 1638

Lang Küchen & Accessoires

Halbinsel mit aufgedoppelter Barplatte
Inspiration for a large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Frankfurt with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and black benchtop.

Clean White Kitchen with Black Counter Tops

KraftMaster Renovations

Large U-shaped kitchen has plenty of cabinet space and an peninsula island that fits four. Photos by Chris Veith
Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, black benchtop, shaker cabinets and beige floor.

Farmhouse in Troy, MI

Dream Kitchens

This is an example of a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, travertine splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse

Rockwood Custom Homes

Zoonmedia
Photo of a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Calgary with a farmhouse sink, soapstone benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor, grey benchtop, shaker cabinets and white cabinets.

Traditional Shaker Kitchen in Royston

Handmade Kitchen Co

This traditional shaker style kitchen is a project we completed earlier in the year based in Royston. The bespoke blue handpainted fronts work in tandem with the polished grey quartz, while the wood flooring brings it altogether. This is a very versatile space used for dining and entertaining. Springer Digital

Cuisine au design contemporain

Tendance et Vous

Large scandinavian kitchen in Bordeaux with white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, ceramic floors, grey floor, white benchtop, flat-panel cabinets, black appliances and a peninsula.

Treasure Island Residence

ZaZood

Brandi Image Photography
Photo of a large beach style u-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, red splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, a peninsula and black floor.

29th Street

Amber-Tru Construction

Photo of a large modern galley kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, solid surface benchtops, white splashback and glass sheet splashback.

Contemporáneo Cocina

This is an example of a large contemporary open plan kitchen in Madrid with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, black appliances and a peninsula.

2017 CARRE-FS

Leicht Westchester-Greenwich

This is an example of a large modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and a peninsula.

South Lake WA Remodel

Soundesign Group Architects, PLLC

Design ideas for a large arts and crafts galley open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, slate splashback, panelled appliances, slate floors, a peninsula, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Clark Street Before/After

AlphaStudio Design Group

Conceptually the Clark Street remodel began with an idea of creating a new entry. The existing home foyer was non-existent and cramped with the back of the stair abutting the front door. By defining an exterior point of entry and creating a radius interior stair, the home instantly opens up and becomes more inviting. From there, further connections to the exterior were made through large sliding doors and a redesigned exterior deck. Taking advantage of the cool coastal climate, this connection to the exterior is natural and seamless Photos by Zack Benson

Large Kitchen with a Peninsula 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!