Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and multiple islands.

Canterbury Way Kitchen

Renee Streett

This kitchen was opened to the main room, gutted, and every surface redone. Main countertops are White Zeus Extreme quartz by Silestone installed with a waterfall side panel. The center island features a walnut face plank countertop, accented by the walnut ceiling and the walnut shelving recessed into a subway tile accent wall. Custom wine rack above the fridge is also walnut. The paint is Sherwin Williams Alabaster. Custom cabinets are adorned with dramatic brass ring pulls and bar pulls. The backsplash is a mother of pearl hex tile that sparkles in the accent lights.

Country French - Houston Bunkerhill Village

Carrera Custom Homes

This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Kitchen, Black and White, Modern Kitchen, Stainless Steel Hood, Double Ovens

W.C. Meek Design and Construction Ltd.

Large modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with a single-bowl sink, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black splashback and multiple islands.

N Greenbriar St. House

MK Development & Investment LLC

Photo of a large arts and crafts u-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and multiple islands.

The Lodge Series - Wood Burning Fireplaces

Acucraft Fireplaces

Acucraft Wood Burning See Through Lodge Fireplace
Photo of a large modern galley open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with light hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Rancho Santa Margarita

Amazing Cabinetry & Bath

Photo of a large traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Dinesen bespoke kitchen model

Garde Hvalsoe

Large country galley eat-in kitchen in Copenhagen with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multiple islands, a drop-in sink, wood benchtops and painted wood floors.

A Touch of Elegance

Peter Salerno Inc

A Traditional Kitchen with a touch of Glitz & Glam. This kitchen features 2 islands with our antiqued blue finish, the perimeter is creme with a brown glaze, limestone floors, the tops are Jerusalem Grey-Gold limestone, an antiqued mirror ceiling detail, our custom tin hood & refrigerator panels, a La Cornue CornuFe 110, a TopBrewer, and a hand-carved farm sink. Fun Fact: This was the first kitchen in the US to have a TopBrewer installed in it! Peter Rymwid (www.PeterRymwid.com)

Classic White Perfectly Balanced by Creams and Blues

emma delon

White cabinetry is always classic and this beautiful remodel completed in Durham is no exception. The hardwood floors run throughout the downstairs, tying the formal dining room, breakfast room, and living room all together. The soft cream walls offset the Blue Pearl granite countertops and white cabinets, making the space both inviting and elegant. Double islands allow guests to enjoy a nice glass of wine and a seat right in the kitchen while allowing the homeowners their own prep-island at the same time. The homeowners requested a kitchen built for entertaining for family and friends and this kitchen does not disappoint. copyright 2011 marilyn peryer photography

Kitchen

VM Concept Interior Design Studio

Beyond the large butcher block topped island is the new cooking area. An angled corner was created to support the new Wolf range and an oversized decorative hood.

#Beach Front Gold

Angie Keyes CKBD

Full Renovation of outdated Tuscan Kitchen - Transformed into a beach haven. 2 Islands, one a workstation, one an entertaining space Rutt Cabinetry at its finest -

SUWANEE luxury kitchen

Rosa Moreno Kitchens

Luxury Kitchen renovation removing wall between kitchen and living room creating the space for 2 islands with luxury porcelain panda material and black leathered stone. Francois and Co Vent hood is the focal point.

BARDESSONO

KabCo Kitchens

White & Navy Shaker Cabinets were paired with quartz counters and a farmhouse sink with touches of brass for the ultimate Chic Farmhouse Design. A 300 bottle custom wine cellar was built creating a dramatic backdrop to this stunning home.

Traverse City Lakehouse

Amanda Rinke

Large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, multiple islands, grey floor and blue benchtop.

Traditional meets functional

Soll.Solutions

This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Montreal with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Greenfield Hill Colonial

Segerson Builders

This traditional kitchen features a combination of soapstone and marble counter tops, a la canche range with a soapstone backsplash and a butcher block top. The kitchen includes a built-in subzero fridge, cabinetry and brass cabinet hardware and decorative lighting fixtures.

Subtle Elegance Kitchen Remodel | Lakeville, MN

White Birch Design, LLC

We are so excited to share with you this beautiful kitchen remodel in Lakeville, MN. Our clients came to us wanting to take out the wall between the kitchen and the dining room. By taking out the wall, we were able to create a new larger kitchen! We kept the sink in the same location, and then moved the stove to the same wall as the sink. The fridge was moved to the far wall, we added an oven/micro combinations and a large pantry. We even had some extra room to create a desk space. The coolest thing about this kitchen is the DOUBLE island! The island closest to the sink functions as a working island and the other is for entertaining with seating for guests. What really shines here is the combination of color that creates such a beautiful subtle elegance. The warm gray color of the cabinets were paired with the brown stained cabinets on the island. We then selected darker honed granite countertops on the perimeter cabinets and a light gray quartz countertop for the islands. The slightly marbled backsplash helps to tie everything in and give such a richness to the whole kitchen. I love adding little pops throughout the kitchen, so matte black hardware and the matte black sink light are perfect! We are so happy with the final result of this kitchen! We would love the opportunity to help you out with any of your remodeling needs as well! Contact us today

Modern Classic Double Island Kitchen

Studio M Kitchen & Bath

This kitchen design features double islands; each with its own purpose: One island is for cooking, baking and prep, and the other for entertaining and everyday informal family meals. Also included in the new design is a desk area, a dry bar, and a custom pantry.

Double Island Kitchen, Double Island

Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly, Inc. (CKD, CBD, CR)

Inspiration for a large transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Large Kitchen with multiple Islands 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!