Walnut End Grain Butcher Block Center Island with copper faucet and sink, stainless steel appliances black soap stone countertops, ship lap cabinets painted a beautiful farmhouse antique light mint green.

Historic Farmhouse Addition & Renovation

12/12 Architects & Planners

Large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with shaker cabinets, turquoise cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, multi-coloured benchtop, a farmhouse sink, light hardwood floors, brown floor and wallpaper.

Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired

GEGG DESIGN & CABINETRY

Keith Gegg
Inspiration for a large arts and crafts u-shaped eat-in kitchen in St Louis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Traditional Kitchen in Folsom

Sarah George

Mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sacramento with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Castle Hill Kitchen

New England Design Elements

Brittany Fecteau
Large country l-shaped kitchen pantry in Manchester with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and grey cabinets.

Kitchen

Custom Design Construction & Interiors Inc.

Steven Whitsitt, Dura Supreme Cabinetry
Design ideas for a small country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, tile benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances and slate floors.

Vintage Kitchen Remodel

TKS Design Group

Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW The homeowners came to us looking to update the kitchen in their historic 1897 home. The home had gone through an extensive renovation several years earlier that added a master bedroom suite and updates to the front façade. The kitchen however was not part of that update and a prior 1990’s update had left much to be desired. The client is an avid cook, and it was just not very functional for the family. The original kitchen was very choppy and included a large eat in area that took up more than its fair share of the space. On the wish list was a place where the family could comfortably congregate, that was easy and to cook in, that feels lived in and in check with the rest of the home’s décor. They also wanted a space that was not cluttered and dark – a happy, light and airy room. A small powder room off the space also needed some attention so we set out to include that in the remodel as well. See that arch in the neighboring dining room? The homeowner really wanted to make the opening to the dining room an arch to match, so we incorporated that into the design. Another unfortunate eyesore was the state of the ceiling and soffits. Turns out it was just a series of shortcuts from the prior renovation, and we were surprised and delighted that we were easily able to flatten out almost the entire ceiling with a couple of little reworks. Other changes we made were to add new windows that were appropriate to the new design, which included moving the sink window over slightly to give the work zone more breathing room. We also adjusted the height of the windows in what was previously the eat-in area that were too low for a countertop to work. We tried to keep an old island in the plan since it was a well-loved vintage find, but the tradeoff for the function of the new island was not worth it in the end. We hope the old found a new home, perhaps as a potting table. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Amazing in Acton

Metropolitan Cabinets & Countertops

White custom cabinets Cambria Brittanicca countertops
Photo of a transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop, an undermount sink and shaker cabinets.

Kirkland Entertainment Kitchen

Neil Kelly Company

A kitchen designed to entertain. Modern clean lines with artistic contemporary style. Dining table affixed to the kitchen island with a glass cook top and hidden range hood. An oversized dome pendant makes a statement.

Campagne chic

Mesure

Marc Ancelle
Mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, wood benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, no island, grey floor and yellow benchtop.

Neff kitchens Transitional design

Alexander Otis collection Llc.

Photo of a large l-shaped separate kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Contemporary Kitchen

Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, an undermount sink and beige floor.

Hanover First Floor Remodel

Burr Remodeling

We completely flipped the kitchen layout, removed walls and added a steel beam, as well as footings and columns in the garage to support the new structural load. The new layout is open, filled with natural light and has; incredible cabinet storage, a dream pantry with glass pocket doors, a computer workstation, subway tile backsplash, as well as new windows, doors, flooring and lighting. This first floor remodel also included wainscoting throughout and a guest bathroom.

The Parkway

Foster Custom Kitchens

Mid-sized traditional u-shaped kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Kitchen remodel opens to nature in Sewickley Heights

Master Remodelers Inc.

A closer look at the island reveals the rich colors and marble-like swirls of the Golden Lighting Granite countertops. Note also the small door under the countertop that hides an electrical outlet for a variety of appliances. In the background, the client preferred two Wolf ovens rather than a double oven. Floor is mahogany; cabinetry is custom rift sawn oak

Bellevue Modern Kitchen and Bath Renovation

Nip Tuck Remodeling

Inspiration for a large modern kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Kitchen

Novare Renovation & Design

The storage space in this galley kitchen was doubled by extending the cabinetry up to the 10' ceiling. The pendant light was original to the home and refurbished. Task lighting & in cabinet lighting was added to light the dark space.

Walnut Utensil Pull-Out

Denise Quade Design

On the left of the cooking modules, a utensil pullout was incorporated to help keep utensils organized and easy to put away. The pullout was custom made and features the walnut drawer boxes that were used throughout the space. The kitchen features both off white cabinets and dark stained maple cabinets. The cooktop area bumps out and has a toe detail applied to make it stand out.

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This is an example of an asian open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Lamb Residence

Cabinet Designers, Inc

Mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

Orange Kitchen with Porcelain Splashback 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!