Design ideas for a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and white benchtop.

Kings Point Residence: Traditional Custom Kitchen & Millwork

Teoria Interiors

Custom two-tone traditional kitchen designed and fabricated by Teoria Interiors for a beautiful Kings Point residence. Photography by Chris Veith
Design ideas for an expansive traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, multiple islands and beige floor.

Santa Ana Whole Home Remodel

Chris Riggins Construction Inc

The kitchen almost has a retro-modern feel with the bright red tile, unique lighting fixtures, and black barstools. The windows let in a ton of natural lighting that bounces off the white cabinets and countertops to brighten the space.

Scandinavian Kitchen

STEFANI STEIN

This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula and wood benchtops.

Transitional Kitchen Remodel

Reliance Design Build

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

More Kitchen Backsplash Ideas

Allison Eden Mosaic Studios

Allison Eden Studios designs custom glass mosaics in New York City and ships worldwide. Choose from hundreds of beautiful stained glass colors to create the perfect tile for your unique design project. Our glass mosaic tiles can be purchased exclusively through the finest tile shops nation wide. Gary Goldenstein

Maxwell House

Kaleidoscope Design Build, LLC

Photo of a large country galley separate kitchen in Houston with stainless steel appliances, wood benchtops, red cabinets, a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, slate floors, a peninsula and black floor.

Sam The Cooking Guy's Kitchen

Charco DESIGN & BUILD Inc.

Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, red splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Tobin High Bluff Waterfront Remodel, Camano Island WA

Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects

Custom designed rolling island. Photography by Ian Gleadle.
This is an example of a modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Colorful English Farmhouse

Canyon Design Build

We designed this kitchen around a Wedgwood stove in a 1920s brick English farmhouse in Trestle Glenn. The concept was to mix classic design with bold colors and detailing. Photography by: Indivar Sivanathan www.indivarsivanathan.com

Upper Alki Kitchen Remodel

Kirk Riley Design

Mid-Century Modern Kitchen Remodel in Seattle featuring mirrored backsplash with Cherry cabinets and Marmoleum flooring. Jeff Beck Photography
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, mirror splashback, an undermount sink, with island, solid surface benchtops, linoleum floors and red floor.

Chevy Chase MD

Annie Elliott Design

Traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Seaside Sophistication

Toledo Geller

Jacob Snavely
Photo of a beach style kitchen in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, white benchtop, beige splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor, marble benchtops and with island.

Dallas | Hillside | Kitchen

Kitchen Design Concepts

In our world of kitchen design, it’s lovely to see all the varieties of styles come to life. From traditional to modern, and everything in between, we love to design a broad spectrum. Here, we present a two-tone modern kitchen that has used materials in a fresh and eye-catching way. With a mix of finishes, it blends perfectly together to create a space that flows and is the pulsating heart of the home. With the main cooking island and gorgeous prep wall, the cook has plenty of space to work. The second island is perfect for seating – the three materials interacting seamlessly, we have the main white material covering the cabinets, a short grey table for the kids, and a taller walnut top for adults to sit and stand while sipping some wine! I mean, who wouldn’t want to spend time in this kitchen?! Cabinetry With a tuxedo trend look, we used Cabico Elmwood New Haven door style, walnut vertical grain in a natural matte finish. The white cabinets over the sink are the Ventura MDF door in a White Diamond Gloss finish. Countertops The white counters on the perimeter and on both islands are from Caesarstone in a Frosty Carrina finish, and the added bar on the second countertop is a custom walnut top (made by the homeowner!) with a shorter seated table made from Caesarstone’s Raw Concrete. Backsplash The stone is from Marble Systems from the Mod Glam Collection, Blocks – Glacier honed, in Snow White polished finish, and added Brass. Fixtures A Blanco Precis Silgranit Cascade Super Single Bowl Kitchen Sink in White works perfect with the counters. A Waterstone transitional pulldown faucet in New Bronze is complemented by matching water dispenser, soap dispenser, and air switch. The cabinet hardware is from Emtek – their Trinity pulls in brass. Appliances The cooktop, oven, steam oven and dishwasher are all from Miele. The dishwashers are paneled with cabinetry material (left/right of the sink) and integrate seamlessly Refrigerator and Freezer columns are from SubZero and we kept the stainless look to break up the walnut some. The microwave is a counter sitting Panasonic with a custom wood trim (made by Cabico) and the vent hood is from Zephyr.

Kitchen Remodeling, Los Angeles

United Express Construction Inc.

Large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Gardena

G S Designs International

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, vinyl floors, with island and brown floor.

Thames Dr.

Lincorp / Borchert

by Brian Walters
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, stone tile splashback, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

Laundry

Pam Adams

Sunny Rousette Photography
Design ideas for a traditional kitchen in Atlanta with beige cabinets, beaded inset cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, stone slab splashback, marble floors, with island and green benchtop.

Flooring, Cabinets, Countertops, Tile Backsplash, Appliances & Paint / Complete

ING Construction

Mt. Washington, CA - Complete Kitchen remodel Installation of flooring, cabinets/cupboards, appliances, countertops, tiled backsplash, windows and all carpentry.

Caputuring Craftsman

Creative Design Construction, Inc.

Embracing an authentic Craftsman-styled kitchen was one of the primary objectives for these New Jersey clients. They envisioned bending traditional hand-craftsmanship and modern amenities into a chef inspired kitchen. The woodwork in adjacent rooms help to facilitate a vision for this space to create a free-flowing open concept for family and friends to enjoy. This kitchen takes inspiration from nature and its color palette is dominated by neutral and earth tones. Traditionally characterized with strong deep colors, the simplistic cherry cabinetry allows for straight, clean lines throughout the space. A green subway tile backsplash and granite countertops help to tie in additional earth tones and allow for the natural wood to be prominently displayed. The rugged character of the perimeter is seamlessly tied into the center island. Featuring chef inspired appliances, the island incorporates a cherry butchers block to provide additional prep space and seating for family and friends. The free-standing stainless-steel hood helps to transform this Craftsman-style kitchen into a 21st century treasure.

All Islands Red 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!