Pecan slabs with live edge create a beautiful look for this amazing southwest style kitchen
This is an example of a mid-sized l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors and orange floor.

Transitional Kitchen

Huseby Homes

Gieves Anderson Photography http://www.gievesanderson.com/
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Nashville with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, orange floor, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops and ceramic splashback.

Traditional Kitchen Renovation in Atlanta

Copper Sky Design + Remodel

Gorgeous green accents highlight the honed Calacatta Venato of the counter and backsplash material. Brass fixtures compliment the white oak floors.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional kitchen in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and orange floor.

Blackheath Kitchen

Uncommon Projects Ltd

Bespoke Uncommon Projects plywood kitchen with black laminate doors, maple veneered plywood carcasses and a solid surface worktop. Photos by Jocelyn Low

Kitchen Design Ideas

Allen Construction

Photo By: Jim Bartsch
Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, mosaic tile splashback and orange floor.

Workstation Sink

C&K Custom Remodeling Inc.

This kitchen in a 1911 Craftsman home has taken on a new life full of color and personality. Inspired by the client’s colorful taste and the homes of her family in The Philippines, we leaned into the wild for this design. The first thing the client told us is that she wanted terra cotta floors and green countertops. Beyond this direction, she wanted a place for the refrigerator in the kitchen since it was originally in the breakfast nook. She also wanted a place for waste receptacles, to be able to reach all the shelves in her cabinetry, and a special place to play Mahjong with friends and family. The home presented some challenges in that the stairs go directly over the space where we wanted to move the refrigerator. The client also wanted us to retain the built-ins in the dining room that are on the opposite side of the range wall, as well as the breakfast nook built ins. The solution to these problems were clear to us, and we quickly got to work. We lowered the cabinetry in the refrigerator area to accommodate the stairs above, as well as closing off the unnecessary door from the kitchen to the stairs leading to the second floor. We utilized a recycled body porcelain floor tile that looks like terra cotta to achieve the desired look, but it is much easier to upkeep than traditional terra cotta. In the breakfast nook we used bold jungle themed wallpaper to create a special place that feels connected, but still separate, from the kitchen for the client to play Mahjong in or enjoy a cup of coffee. Finally, we utilized stair pullouts by all the upper cabinets that extend to the ceiling to ensure that the client can reach every shelf.

Cambridge Green

The Rigid Kitchen Company

Range: Cambridge Colour: Canyon Green Worktops: Laminate Natural Wood
Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in West Midlands with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, laminate benchtops, black splashback, glass tile splashback, black appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, orange floor, brown benchtop and coffered.

Buena St. Modern Design Family Home Berkeley, CA

Home Healing Renovations

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, orange floor and blue benchtop.

Eagle's Rest

HUDSON DESIGN Architecture & Construction Mgmt

Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and orange floor.

Warm Mid Century Ranch Kitchen

Fireclay Tile

Design + Photos: Leslie Murchie Cascino
Mid-sized midcentury single-wall eat-in kitchen in Detroit with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, orange floor and beige benchtop.

Kitchens by BSEID

BSEID

Nicole Pereira Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with shaker cabinets, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, orange floor, a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, white splashback and white benchtop.

The Kites: Oak Veneered, White/Navy & Grey Laminated, Open Plan, Plywood Kitchen

Wood & Wire

Wood & Wire - Oak Veneered, White & Grey Laminated, Plywood Kitchen http://www.sarahmasonphotography.co.uk/

Mexican Heritage Inspired Kitchen Remodel

Blue Eye Interiors

Create a space with bold contemporary colors that also hint to our Mexican heritage.
Inspiration for a mid-sized u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Albuquerque with a single-bowl sink, green cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, orange floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Mexican Heritage Inspired Kitchen Remodel

Blue Eye Interiors

Create a space with bold contemporary colors that also hint to our Mexican heritage.
Mid-sized u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Albuquerque with green cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and orange floor.

Sunny Subway Tiles Kitchen

Fireclay Tile

Radiating golden yellow hues, the kitchen backsplash subway tile elevates this eclectic kitchen. DESIGN Ellen Nystrom Design PHOTOS Liz Daly Tile Shown: 3x6 in Tuolumne Meadows

Quaint Modern Espresso Kitchen

PRO-Builders

Modern, open and airy - a dream come true. Beautiful dark espresso WayPoint cabinets (maple). Reflective, opulence Daltile for the back-splash. Giallo granite with standard eased edge.

Maison Aiguines

A R C H i T E T ! S

Mid-sized country single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, metal splashback, white appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, orange floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Victorian House Remodel, Alameda

Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.

Mike Kaskel
Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, medium wood cabinets and orange floor.

Scandinavian styled kitchen

Terri Sears, Kitchen and Bath Designer

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Nashville with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, orange floor and white benchtop.

Appartement aux tendances Ethniques

ADN HOME Architecture et décoration d' intérieur

Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped kitchen in Paris with quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, terra-cotta floors, orange floor, white benchtop, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, no island, a farmhouse sink and white appliances.

Mid-sized Kitchen with Orange Floor 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!