A full house remodel relocated the kitchen to a space that allowed it to inter-relate with the back yard, the dining area and the living area while boasting lots of display space and lots of kitchen work and storage space

Yorktown Kitchen Revival

The Remodeling Company

When they said “a picture speaks a thousand words”, they must have been referring to those shown here of the Toole family’s finished kitchen remodel. By updating & upgrading all of the kitchen’s features to an elegant state, they created a space where, not only will everyone want to congregate, but will never want to leave! Although the general layout remained the same, each element of the kitchen was replaced by luxury. Where once stood white-washed cabinets with a matching island, you now find cherry wood with a darker stain on the island. The sophisticated mismatching of wood is tied together by the color pattern in the glass tile backsplash. The polished look of granite countertops is kicked up a notch with the new under-the-cabinet lighting, which is both a visual additive as well as functional for the work space. Bland looking vinyl flooring that blended into the rest of the kitchen was replaced by pre-finished hardwood flooring that provides a visual break between the floor & cabinets. All new stainless steel appliances are modern upgrades that tie nicely together with the brushed nickel cabinet hardware and plumbing fixtures. One significant alteration to the kitchen’s design is the wall of cabinets surrounding the refrigerator. The home originally held a closet style double-door pantry. By shifting the refrigerator over several inches and adding ceiling-to-floor cabinets around it, the Toole’s were able to add quite a bit more storage space and an additional countertop. Through the doorway to the right, a wet bar was added for entertaining – complete with built-in wine bottle storage, an under-the-cabinet stemware rack, storage drawers and a wine chiller.

Invercargill, Southland Showhome

David Reid Homes

Built with the Southland countryside in mind and inspired by the David Reid Homes Pavilion range, this custom designed home takes full advantage of the sun to ensure it stays nice and warm throughout the cold winters.

Modern Kitchen

Inspiration for an expansive modern u-shaped kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Yonge Street, Toronto

Kabinetry Design Studio

Photo of a small modern galley eat-in kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors and a peninsula.

poolhouse

Stylecraft Homes and Renovations

Large modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Charlotte with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors and a peninsula.

Modern Kitchen Remodel

DMC Home Improvements LLC

This is an example of a large modern galley eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Blue Mountain Lane

Aspect Custom

Design ideas for a modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Warm, Modern Kitchen by Lake Zorinsky

Amethyst Home

Countertop space is the ultimate luxury -- we made sure that these homeowners had plenty of space to bake, make pizza...This black quartz with dramatic white veining is a breeze to keep clean and requires little to no maintenance. If anyone asks -- we are 100% team "sofas belong in the kitchen". Life happens in the kitchen! Upholstered in linen, the sofa is petite yet ultra comfortable for dining. These rounded black cane chairs are soft but modern for this young family.

Tower Grove South Kitchen

User

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in St Louis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, metallic splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, ceramic floors, with island, white floor and brown benchtop.

Installation of Cabinets

Evergreen Construction & Renovations LLC

White cabinets with stainless steel appliances.
Design ideas for a small modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, with island and white benchtop.

D.C. Kitchen w/ Island Riser

Ready 2 Remodel

Large L-shape size Kitchen with Open Floor Plan. Salinas White Granite with Denim Glass Mosaic Tile Backsplash. Island includes Double Sink and Raised Tier Riser for dining or socializing. Plenty of Storage with Large Soft Close Drawers, Rollout Spice Racks and Roll Out Trash. Raised Panel Cabinets with Custom Crown Molding. A Gas Range with Range Hood and Custom Fridge Surrounding cabinets.

White Kitchen @ Monavale

Impala Kitchens and Bathrooms

Our client was renovating a house on Sydney’s Northern Beaches so a light, bright, beach feel was the look they were after. The brief was to design a functional, free-flowing kitchen that included an island for practicality, but maintained flow of the space. To create interest and drama the client wanted to use large format stone as a splashback and island feature. In keeping with clean, uncluttered look, the appliances are hidden in a multi-function corner pantry with drawers. An integrated fridge adds to the neat finish of the kitchen. Appliances: Miele Stone: Quantum Statuario Quartz Sink: Franke Tap: Oliverti Fridge: Fisher & Paykel Handles: Artia Cabinetry: Dallas Door in Dulux White

Redondo beach open concept for kitchen, dining area.

Fidelity General Contractors Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern kitchen in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, glass tile splashback, laminate floors and with island.

W. Kitchen - Bright up the space

Solange Boice / Design is Everywhere

This is an example of a modern kitchen pantry in Miami with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and green benchtop.

WHITE AND LIGHT BLUE KITCHEN, CANYON COUNTRY

American Home Improvement Inc.

Kitchen remodeling in Canyon Country. Light blue and white kitchen, by American Home Improvement, Inc.
Photo of a mid-sized modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, no island, white floor and white benchtop.

Remodeled kitchen and backyard patio - Pasadena

Design & Build . . . by Roger Perron, Inc.

This kitchen view shows the kitchen island with its dark stone top and grey wood. There is an open view out into the patio from the La Cantina window with white bar stools facing outside. Countertops are white quartz. Bay window over the farmhouse sink also faces out to the patio. From Houzz: Example of a mid-sized trendy u-shaped kitchen with medium tone wood floor. Kitchen design in Los Angeles with gray cabinets, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, white countertops, a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets and marble countertops - Houzz

Barrel Vaulted Brick Ceiling

Fratantoni Design / Residential Architects

Barrel vaulted brick ceiling with custom cream colored cabinets throughout the kitchen.
Inspiration for an expansive modern u-shaped kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and white benchtop.

Bright and glamorous kitchen Vancouver

Atlas Custom Cabinets Ltd

This bright white kitchen is stunning, and glamorous due to its white shiny kitchen cabinets. The granite countertop leads to a tasteful and elegant look. This bright kitchen is simply breathtaking! | Atlas Custom Cabinets: | Address: 14722 64th Avenue, Unit 6 Surrey, British Columbia V3S 1X7 Canada | Office: (604) 594-1199 | Website: http://www.atlascabinets.ca/ (Vancouver, B.C.)

Cupboard Kitchen and Bath Discounter

Cupboards Kitchen Bath Discounters

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped separate kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Modern Kitchen with Raised-panel Cabinets 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 Modern 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!