Inspiration for a large contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Columbus with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Wright

Cabinet Genies, Inc.

This Sanibel Condo overlooking the sea, was freshly remodeled from the ground up. Clients went for a contemporary look with the cabinetry, and brought a coastal feel in with the medium brown flooring and weathered wood furniture. Bathrooms received a completely modern look with rectangle white tiles running up the back walls of each space. The bathrooms were then complemented with grey floating vanities with solid white countertops. #CleanandFresh Cabinetry: Siteline Cabinetry Finish: Kitchen/Peppercorn - Baths/Platinum Countertops: Cambria - White Cliff

Farmhouse Remodel

Armor Contracting Co.

This is an example of a mid-sized country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sacramento with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Mal Corboy Cabinets, Exclusive North America Distributor - Mega Builders

Mega Builders

Mal Corboy Cabinet
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern single-wall separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Livingston

John McCartney CKBD

Kitchen Remodel
Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, beige floor, beige benchtop and dark wood cabinets.

Food Storage

Tenhulzen Residential

Small island includes eating bar above prep area to accommodate family of 4. A microwave hood vent is the result of storage taking precidence.
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, red cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Historic Haverhill

Cummings Architecture + Interiors

Eric Roth Photography
Photo of a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets, purple cabinets, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Bright Transitional Refresh

Everything Home

In this gorgeous Carmel residence, the primary objective for the great room was to achieve a more luminous and airy ambiance by eliminating the prevalent brown tones and refinishing the floors to a natural shade. The kitchen underwent a stunning transformation, featuring white cabinets with stylish navy accents. The overly intricate hood was replaced with a striking two-tone metal hood, complemented by a marble backsplash that created an enchanting focal point. The two islands were redesigned to incorporate a new shape, offering ample seating to accommodate their large family. In the butler's pantry, floating wood shelves were installed to add visual interest, along with a beverage refrigerator. The kitchen nook was transformed into a cozy booth-like atmosphere, with an upholstered bench set against beautiful wainscoting as a backdrop. An oval table was introduced to add a touch of softness. To maintain a cohesive design throughout the home, the living room carried the blue and wood accents, incorporating them into the choice of fabrics, tiles, and shelving. The hall bath, foyer, and dining room were all refreshed to create a seamless flow and harmonious transition between each space. ---Project completed by Wendy Langston's Everything Home interior design firm, which serves Carmel, Zionsville, Fishers, Westfield, Noblesville, and Indianapolis. For more about Everything Home, see here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/portfolio/carmel-indiana-home-redesign-remodeling

Mercy Chef

Chuck's Construction

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

Küche Göppingen

Küchen Kompetenz-Center GmbH

This is an example of a small modern kitchen in Stuttgart.

Cuisine Lumineuse

Vivot Intérieur

Design ideas for a large contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Dijon with white cabinets and with island.

Blue and White Delightful Kitchen Remodel

Geneva Cabinet Company, LLC

Geneva Cabinet Company, LLC., LAKE GENEVA, WI.,- kitchen remodel featuring blue and white cabinetry from Plato Woodwork and tile from Bella Tile and Stone. Custom cabinetry is painted with Benjamin Moore Arctic White Uppers and Moody Blue Bases. Hardware is from Schaub in a natural bronze finish

Cowen Heights Kitchen Remodel 2

Jonathan Salmon

Located in Cowen Heights, this kitchen, designed by Jonathan Salmon, is a beautiful traditional kitchen with a fun colorful spin. These custom Bentwood cabinets are a mix of Burnished Copper on Alder and custom glazed moss colored finish. The glass panes on the cabinets open the room to appear larger. Additionally, the green mossy finish on the cabinets brings a fun, playful element into the design of the kitchen. The Sub Zero fridge is integrated into the kitchen by using the same finish as the cabinets. The Shaw farmhouse sink blends in well with the Santa Cecilia granite countertop and copper tones used throughout the kitchen. The island provides an easy workspace for prepping and serving meals. There is an additional sink that allows are client more space to prep while cooking. This island also has a wrought iron support detail that makes this island unique to this kitchen. Above the Thermadoor range is a custom hammered copper hood that really ties the room together. The designer used Bevelle subway tiles for the back splash, as well as a custom desing behind the range.

Taheri Kitchen Design

USA Cabinet Store Fairfax

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Hackney, London

K&I Kitchens

Inspiration for a large traditional single-wall open plan kitchen in London with an integrated sink, purple cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Deep Plum

Marazzi Design

Inspiration for a large l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, solid surface benchtops, orange splashback, glass sheet splashback, coloured appliances, porcelain floors and a peninsula.

Contemporary Cottage

Kitchens by Design

Northern Vermont's Better Homes Awards 2015 "Best Remodeled Kitchen under 150 square feet." Photo Credit: Dennis Stierer
Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Burlington with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Rolling Ladder House

Light House Architecture & Science

This is an example of a small contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Canberra - Queanbeyan with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, orange splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island and grey floor.

Mesa | Hunt's Kitchen & Design | Kitchen

Hunt's Kitchen Design

Beautiful kitchen with elements of both "Transitional" & "Modern Farmhouse" design. White shaker kitchen cabinets with contrasting espresso island set the tone of the overall design. Add the marble backsplash from base to ceiling along the whole back wall, the top row of glass doors on the top and the farmhouse sink and we are leaning toward "Farmhouse." The light wood engineered floors, stainless steel appliances and brass hardware are all "Transitional" design elements. Again, the end result is a great combination of both genres. Enjoy!

Cucina su misura in rovere massello

Falegnameria artistica di Colasante Claudio

Cucina in legno massello di rovere su misura.
Contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Milan with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, no island and purple benchtop.

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!