Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Long Beach Cottage

EL Design Studio

Design ideas for a mid-sized country galley separate kitchen in New York with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, grey floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Commodore Drive Custom Home

Alair Homes Savannah - The Strong Group

This custom home utilized an artist's eye, as one of the owners is a painter. The details in this home were inspired! From the fireplace and mirror design in the living room, to the boar's head installed over vintage mirrors in the bar, there are many unique touches that further customize this home. With open living spaces and a master bedroom tucked in on the first floor, this is a forever home for our clients. The use of color and wallpaper really help make this home special. With lots of outdoor living space including a large back porch with marsh views and a dock, this is coastal living at its best.

Northwest Contemporary Whole House Update in Rock Creek

Neil Kelly Company

Warm grey in combination with natural wood is a signature of Pacific Northwest contemporary style. This open kitchen remodel features stained oak flat-panel cabinets, quartz counter tops, glazed ceramic tile backsplash, and an integrated copper serving table.

Contemporary Killarney Laneway - Vancouver

JDL Homes Vancouver

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Vancouver with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Executive Kitchen Re-do - Countertops, Appliances, Paint, Tile

The Remodel Place

Kitchen facelift with new countertops, paint, tile backsplash, appliances, etc.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop and vaulted.

Council Street

VMD Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern eat-in kitchen with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop and vaulted.

Banks Place

Surfside Home Co.

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, black benchtop and vaulted.

Winthrop

Clearcut Construction, Inc.

This Cambria Britannica Gold countertop and backsplash is stunning! Pictures don't even do it justice. The gold and bronze tones add warmth to the space and the waterfall edging gives the modern touch!

The Bloom Project

Studio M Kitchen & Bath

Out of sight but right on hand! This towel pull-out is perfect for this busy kitchen.
Mid-sized transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Recent Projects

First Class Construction Services

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen pantry in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, no island, brown benchtop and vaulted.

Transitional Kitchen Renovation with Subway Backsplash in Jacksonville

Granite Transformations of Jacksonville

Granite Transformations of Jacksonville offers engineered stone slabs that we custom fabricate to install over existing services - kitchen countertops, shower walls, tub walls, backsplashes, fireplace fronts and more, usually in one day with no intrusive demolition! Our amazing stone material is non porous, maintenance free, and is heat, stain and scratch resistant. Our proprietary engineered stone is 95% granites, quartzes and other beautiful natural stone infused w/ Forever Seal, our state of the art polymer that makes our stone countertops the best on the market. This is not a low quality, toxic spray over application! GT has a lifetime warranty. All of our certified installers are our company so we don't sub out our installations - very important. We are A+ rated by BBB, Angie's List Super Service winners and are proud that over 50% of our business is repeat business, customer referrals or word of mouth references!! CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE DESIGN CONSULTATION!

Fusion of Style and Functionality Kitchen Remodel

Crystal Kitchen + Bath

At the core of this transformation was the client’s aspiration for an open, interconnected space. The removal of barriers between the kitchen, dining, and living areas created an expansive, fluid layout, elevating the home’s ambiance and facilitating seamless interaction among spaces. The new open layout is the perfect space to cook and entertain merging sophistication with functionality. The journey began with the client’s exploration of colors, eventually embracing Benjamin Moore’s Hale Navy blue as the cornerstone for the cabinetry. This choice set the stage for a harmonious palette that tied in with the living and dining room furniture and rugs. Integrating a natural stone countertop became a focal point, incorporating these varied hues while gold fixtures added a touch of luxury and sophistication. Throughout the design process, challenges were met with innovative solutions. Space optimization was key, requiring strategic placement of appliances like a smaller-width refrigerator alongside a pull-out pantry cabinet. The island, a central feature, not only provided additional seating but replaced the need for a separate table and chairs, optimizing the space for gatherings and enhancing the flow between the kitchen and the adjoining areas. The revitalized kitchen now stands as a vibrant hub for social interaction. The homeowner seamlessly integrates into gatherings, no longer confined by kitchen walls, while guests engage effortlessly in the cooking process at the island. This transformation embodies the convergence of beauty and functionality, where every design element tells a story of thoughtful innovation and meticulous attention to detail.

Silver Springs Residence

Loop Interior Design Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Calgary with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

The Coves

Trends Kitchen & Bathroom Specialists

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Kansas City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Indianola Remodel

Phoenix Cabinetry

This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts galley eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and vaulted.

Malvern Renovation

Eclectic Creative

Classic contemporary kitchen featuring shaker cabinets, waterfall edge stone, simple chrome handles, and chrome fittings, and sage green splashback tiles. Tasmanian Oak solid timber floors.

Palo Alto | Transitional

Design Loft Company

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

New Cross Side return

PlaceDesign Kitchens and Interiors

This beautiful light filled space was designed with a busy growing family in mind. For example -the bench seating by the dining table has lots of storage for the kids toys and play equipment nice and close to the garden. There is a large pantry, a breakfast cupboard, nice deep pan drawers and peg boards to help organise crockery. The island houses a large double butler sink, dishwasher, recycling bin, wine chiller, bookshelf and a large breakfast bar capped with a gorgeous piece of London Elm rescued from storm damage. The client has some beautiful house plants and the live edge on this piece of elm adds another organic element to this room and helps bring the outside in. Just a beautiful functional space.

#southforkviews

Yancy Interiors + Home, LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, multi-coloured benchtop and vaulted.

Mid-sized Kitchen with Vaulted 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!