With gorgeous cabinetry, neutral color palette wall tones and metallic accents this contemporary kitchen has a subtle elegance that will never go out of style. We blended aspects of the design with other styles, including traditional and modern, for a look that's current and sleek, but not sterile. A pop of color on the stunning back splash ensures that this contemporary kitchen design still feels warm and welcoming, as does the big window that lets in the sun light. This design idea blends style and function for a space that is cutting-edge yet inviting.

BeachHaus

Josh Wynne Construction

BeachHaus is built on a previously developed site on Siesta Key. It sits directly on the bay but has Gulf views from the upper floor and roof deck. The client loved the old Florida cracker beach houses that are harder and harder to find these days. They loved the exposed roof joists, ship lap ceilings, light colored surfaces and inviting and durable materials. Given the risk of hurricanes, building those homes in these areas is not only disingenuous it is impossible. Instead, we focused on building the new era of beach houses; fully elevated to comfy with FEMA requirements, exposed concrete beams, long eaves to shade windows, coralina stone cladding, ship lap ceilings, and white oak and terrazzo flooring. The home is Net Zero Energy with a HERS index of -25 making it one of the most energy efficient homes in the US. It is also certified NGBS Emerald. Photos by Ryan Gamma Photography

Escondido Kitchen Remodel

Lars Remodeling & Design

Do we have your attention now? ?A kitchen with a theme is always fun to design and this colorful Escondido kitchen remodel took it to the next level in the best possible way. Our clients desired a larger kitchen with a Day of the Dead theme - this meant color EVERYWHERE! Cabinets, appliances and even custom powder-coated plumbing fixtures. Every day is a fiesta in this stunning kitchen and our clients couldn't be more pleased. Artistic, hand-painted murals, custom lighting fixtures, an antique-looking stove, and more really bring this entire kitchen together. The huge arched windows allow natural light to flood this space while capturing a gorgeous view. This is by far one of our most creative projects to date and we love that it truly demonstrates that you are only limited by your imagination. Whatever your vision is for your home, we can help bring it to life. What do you think of this colorful kitchen?

Кухня-столовая

Дизайн-бюро Татьяны Алениной

Сергей Красюк
Mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Moscow with medium hardwood floors, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, no island, grey benchtop, an undermount sink and brown floor.

Contemporary Studio

Eastside Design & Build Inc.

Design ideas for a small contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and dark hardwood floors.

BAUC - Unifamiliar Altea

Rafa Galán fotografía

Inspiration for a modern kitchen in Alicante-Costa Blanca.

New

Closets of Virginia

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional kitchen in Richmond with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets and dark hardwood floors.

Plush Purple. Trowbridge Wiltshire

Shaker & May

This is an example of a transitional u-shaped kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Contemporary Urban Kitchen

BSA Construction

Dining counter in Boston condo remodel. Light wood flat-panel cabinets with cup pulls, white subway tile with dark grout, stainless steel appliances, white counter tops, custom interior steel window, stainless steel apron sink.

Квартира 98м2

Стащук Татьяна

Татьяна Стащук
Contemporary kitchen in Moscow with a peninsula, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback and window splashback.

Banksy kitchen

Evoke Kitchens

David Murphy Photography. Satin grey supermatt kitchen with Magenta colour Silestone quartz worktop. It has a Banksy print tiled splashback. Its a small kitchen that makes a big statement! No compromise on quality or function. Studioline Siemens appliances and a Quooker combi boiling water tap.

Hex Tile Backsplash in Glossy Navy Blue

Fireclay Tile

Anchored by a Navy Blue Hexagon Tile Backsplash, this transitional style kitchen serves up some nautical vibes with its classic blue and white color pairing. Love the look? Sample navy blue tiles and more at fireclaytile.com. TILE SHOWN 6" Hexagon Tiles in Navy Blue DESIGN John Gioffre PHOTOS Leonid Furmansky INSTALLER Revent Remodeling + Construction

290 Iron Mountain Blvd.

Stoneridge Custom Development

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Modern Galley Kitchen in Alameda

Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.

Francis Combes
This is an example of a small modern separate kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors and no island.

Mapledene Road

Platform 5 Architects

Alan Williams Photography
Photo of a contemporary eat-in kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete floors and with island.

Küche in mattem anthrazit

Schreinerei Huber

Die Küche ist für viele der wichtigste Raum in den eigenen vier Wänden. So vielseitig, funktional und häufig genutzt, wie kein anderer Raum im Haus. Egal, ob man für Freunde kocht, mit der Familie backt oder mit einem guten Frühstück erfolgreich in den Tag startet – in der Küche wird mehr als gelebt. Wir machen es uns gerne zur Aufgabe die Wünsche und den Lebensstil der Kunden in die Planung mit einfließen zu lassen. Viel Stauraum und einzigartiges stylisches Design – diese Kombination konnten wir bei dieser Küche umsetzen. Mit den passenden Elektrogeräten können hier großartige Gerichte gezaubert werden.

Pretty in Purple

Nicolette Jarquin, CKD

Inspiration for a transitional kitchen in Other.

Center Hall Colonial

Jay Reinert Architect, LLC

Photo of a traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Lago Bungalow Kitchen

Nar Design Group

This kitchen proves small East sac bungalows can have high function and all the storage of a larger kitchen. A large peninsula overlooks the dining and living room for an open concept. A lower countertop areas gives prep surface for baking and use of small appliances. Geometric hexite tiles by fireclay are finished with pale blue grout, which complements the upper cabinets. The same hexite pattern was recreated by a local artist on the refrigerator panes. A textured striped linen fabric by Ralph Lauren was selected for the interior clerestory windows of the wall cabinets.

Eclectic Sophistication

Bilotta Kitchen & Home

For this expansive kitchen renovation, Designer, Randy O’Kane of Bilotta Kitchens worked with interior designer Gina Eastman and architect Clark Neuringer. The backyard was the client’s favorite space, with a pool and beautiful landscaping; from where it’s situated it’s the sunniest part of the house. They wanted to be able to enjoy the view and natural light all year long, so the space was opened up and a wall of windows was added. Randy laid out the kitchen to complement their desired view. She selected colors and materials that were fresh, natural, and unique – a soft greenish-grey with a contrasting deep purple, Benjamin Moore’s Caponata for the Bilotta Collection Cabinetry and LG Viatera Minuet for the countertops. Gina coordinated all fabrics and finishes to complement the palette in the kitchen. The most unique feature is the table off the island. Custom-made by Brooks Custom, the top is a burled wood slice from a large tree with a natural stain and live edge; the base is hand-made from real tree limbs. They wanted it to remain completely natural, with the look and feel of the tree, so they didn’t add any sort of sealant. The client also wanted touches of antique gold which the team integrated into the Armac Martin hardware, Rangecraft hood detailing, the Ann Sacks backsplash, and in the Bendheim glass inserts in the butler’s pantry which is glass with glittery gold fabric sandwiched in between. The appliances are a mix of Subzero, Wolf and Miele. The faucet and pot filler are from Waterstone. The sinks are Franke. With the kitchen and living room essentially one large open space, Randy and Gina worked together to continue the palette throughout, from the color of the cabinets, to the banquette pillows, to the fireplace stone. The family room’s old built-in around the fireplace was removed and the floor-to-ceiling stone enclosure was added with a gas fireplace and flat screen TV, flanked by contemporary artwork. Designer: Bilotta’s Randy O’Kane with Gina Eastman of Gina Eastman Design & Clark Neuringer, Architect posthumously Photo Credit: Phillip Ennis

Purple Kitchen 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!