Design ideas for a mid-sized modern kitchen in Paris with quartzite benchtops, with island and beige benchtop.

Schlicht Küche, Detail Ahorn-Arbeitsplatte
Inspiration for a scandinavian galley kitchen in Hamburg with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops and beige benchtop.

Silver Project

instockcabinets.com

Photo of a large u-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with stainless steel appliances, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, laminate floors, with island, brown floor, beige benchtop, an integrated sink, beige splashback and granite splashback.

West Village Pied-à-Terre

Studioteka Design, LLC

Located in Manhattan, this beautiful three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath apartment incorporates elements of mid-century modern, including soft greys, subtle textures, punchy metals, and natural wood finishes. Throughout the space in the living, dining, kitchen, and bedroom areas are custom red oak shutters that softly filter the natural light through this sun-drenched residence. Louis Poulsen recessed fixtures were placed in newly built soffits along the beams of the historic barrel-vaulted ceiling, illuminating the exquisite décor, furnishings, and herringbone-patterned white oak floors. Two custom built-ins were designed for the living room and dining area: both with painted-white wainscoting details to complement the white walls, forest green accents, and the warmth of the oak floors. In the living room, a floor-to-ceiling piece was designed around a seating area with a painting as backdrop to accommodate illuminated display for design books and art pieces. While in the dining area, a full height piece incorporates a flat screen within a custom felt scrim, with integrated storage drawers and cabinets beneath. In the kitchen, gray cabinetry complements the metal fixtures and herringbone-patterned flooring, with antique copper light fixtures installed above the marble island to complete the look. Custom closets were also designed by Studioteka for the space including the laundry room.

GAMBETTA

Déborah Ellouk

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern kitchen in Paris with quartzite benchtops, with island and beige benchtop.

Transitional Hickory Kitchen

All in One Kitchen & Bath

This kitchen features Wellborn hickory cabinets in a warm caramel stain in the Bradford door style. The granite countertops are Giallo Ornamental. The kitchen also features a custom linear random brick custom backsplash is a mix of warm earth tones in glass and porcelain tile. The center island cabinet is done in a darker espresso stain. The waterproof ceramic core laminate flooring is in a shade called Cask Oak. Brushed pewter knobs and pulls are featured on the cabinets.

Dynasty by Omega Cabinetry. Wyatt door, Cherry wood, Nutmeg stain, Onyx glaze.

Herman's Kitchen & Bath Design

Herman's Kitchen & Bath Design of Denver, Iowa. Omega Cabinetry. Cambria Quartz counter tops.
Photo of a mid-sized galley eat-in kitchen in Cedar Rapids with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, a peninsula and beige benchtop.

Knox, IN. Kountry Wood Products, Rustic Royal Maple Kitchen

Bailey's Cabinets

Kountry Wood Products Wood Species: Rustic Maple Cabinet Finish: Royal Maple Door Style: Vanerburgh Countertop: Solid Surface, Hi-Macs Sugar Maple
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, a peninsula, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Mercy Chef

Chuck's Construction

Mediterranean kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, multiple islands and beige benchtop.

Spiderman

MCR-STEIN

Inspiration for an expansive contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Other with quartzite benchtops, with island and beige benchtop.

Dark Cherry Kitchen in Ashburn, VA

Kitchen Saver

This lovely kitchen in Ashburn VA was refaced in cherry. The solid cherry doors feature raised center panels and a dark brown stain for a beautiful antique look. Many convenient features are just out of sight, like tip out trays and 8 full extension roll out drawers for effortless storage. Undercabinet lights were installed as well.

Traditional Luxury Kitchen & First floor remodel

Carpentry with Integrity, Inc.

An extensive remodel to expand the once tight kitchen. The clients love to cook and entertain so the reletively small footprint just didnt work for them. We removed two load-bearing walls and re-routed the mechicals to allow for a large open space without soffits/beams. The designers and crew did an excellent job making their dream come to reality. Dan Barker-Fly by Chicago Photography

Updated & Functional Kitchen Remodel

Criner Remodeling

Spices are neatly organized and stored on sturdy hanging rack on the reverse of a cabinet door.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

Jamison, PA - Kitchen Remodel with Live Edge Counter

River Woodcraft

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, slate splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Wood Stain Fully integrated Kitchen

gqdevelopments

Woodharbor Custom Cabinetry
Photo of a large eat-in kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, panelled appliances, with island and beige benchtop.

Eclectic Backsplash

2nd Story Interiors

eclectic tile kitchen backsplash
Inspiration for an eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cincinnati with a double-bowl sink, light wood cabinets, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Cozy Rustic Muskoka Bunkie

Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.

Take a moment to enjoy the tranquil and cozy feel of this rustic cottage kitchen and bathroom. With the whole bunkie outfitted in cabinetry with a warm, neutral finish and decorative metal hardware, this space feels right at home as a welcoming retreat surrounded by nature. ⠀ The space is refreshing and rejuvenating, with floral accents, lots of natural light, and clean, bright faucets, but pays tribute to traditional elegance with a special place to display fine china, detailed moulding, and a rustic chandelier. ⠀ The couple that owns this bunkie has done a beautiful job maximizing storage space and functionality, without losing one ounce of character or the peaceful feel of a streamlined, cottage life.

Modern family room in a traditional detached house

John Gauld Photography

An extended kitchen in a traditional detached house, opens up the rear of the property into an attractive family room. Clever juxtaposition of grey and white cabinets adds interest to the space. John Gauld Photography for Byles.

Existing Bulkhead intersecting pantry cabinet with custom end panel

Annapolis Heirlooms

This is an example of a traditional kitchen in Baltimore with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and beige benchtop.

Ellicott City, MD Kitchen Beige Quartz Countertops

Creative In Counters

This kitchen features LG Viatera Symphony quartz countertops.
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Baltimore with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Orange Kitchen with Beige Benchtop 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!