This Berwyn Bungalow kept its charm when it expanded into the home's back porch. Quarter-sawn oak and custom stained glass (handcrafted by the homeowner) were incorporate into the new space that now accommodates a modern lifestyle. Photo Credits: Stephanie Bullwinkel

Service Area

Monteforte Construction Inc.

Old world charm service area. Warm cabinets with glass display fronts. Brick side wall and mahogany flooring.
Small midcentury galley kitchen pantry in New York with dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, with island, an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown splashback, terra-cotta splashback, white appliances and medium hardwood floors.

Danbury, CT

Connecticut Kitchen & Bath

Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, orange splashback, terra-cotta splashback, light hardwood floors, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Six Walls Kitchen 4

Six Walls Interior Design

Rustic Kitchen with faux finished cabinetry, wood beams, pendant lighting, multilevel island, granite counters and hardwood flooring
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and a double-bowl sink.

Old World Elegance

Melissa Blackwood Homes & Interiors

Raspberry red accent cabinets set off the Herbeau fireclay farm sink and black soapstone countertops, while stained maple wood tops the island's painted and glazed ivory cabinets. The perimeter cabinets feature honed sandstone countertops and the hand-made and hand-painted terra-cotta backsplash tile ties everything together in this eclectic kitchen.

Lake Edward

Baratto Brothers Construction

Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with raised-panel cabinets, red cabinets, solid surface benchtops, red splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and medium hardwood floors.

JJ Roussseau

Estelle GRIFFE

Ici les portes miroirs agrandissent l'espace et reflètent el ciel de cette cuisine sous les toits. La dureté du verre est atténuée par un motif gravé, inspiré des motifs de al crédence.

Easley Ranch

Awesome Homes

Extra large kitchen with box beam ceiling. Hand crafted Mexican tile counters & floors
This is an example of an expansive mediterranean kitchen in Las Vegas with light wood cabinets, tile benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and multi-coloured floor.

Mid-Century Ranch Kitchen Renovation Before and After

Karen @into my window

The kitchen is much more functional with a long stretch of counter space and open shelving making better use of the limited space. Most of the cabinets are the same width and are flat panel to help the kitchen feel more open and modern. The size and shape of the Ohio-made glazed hand mold tile nods to the mid-century brick fireplace wall in the living space.

Sussex Lane

Unique Ambiance LLC

Cindy Buchheit
Mid-sized eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, red cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and no island.

Rénovation colorée pour cet appartement - Projet Rocher

Mon Concept Habitation

Les propriétaires ont voulu créer une atmosphère poétique et raffinée. Le contraste des couleurs apporte lumière et caractère à cet appartement. Nous avons rénové tous les éléments d'origine de l'appartement.

Classic Buffalo NY Kitchen

Artisan Kitchens and Baths

Steven Paul Whitsitt
Photo of an expansive traditional eat-in kitchen in New York with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and multiple islands.

Contemporary Kitchen Bar and Light Fixture

Benson Designs LLC

Custom metal base and brackets for pendant lighting in kitchen.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors and with island.

NE Portland Kitchen

Lux Construction

Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean galley separate kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, terra-cotta splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Heights Kitchen

Aberdeen Building Group

Photo of an arts and crafts u-shaped kitchen pantry in Houston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, yellow splashback, terra-cotta splashback and stainless steel appliances.

La Mirada Kitchen

RemodelUp, Inc.

Inspiration for a small transitional u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances and porcelain floors.

Harmonie de lignes

Estelle GRIFFE

Ici les portes miroirs agrandissent l'espace et reflètent el ciel de cette cuisine sous les toits. La dureté du verre est atténuée par un motif gravé, inspiré des motifs de al crédence.

Sunflower House

Pam Voth Photography

Photo by Pam Voth Photography
Inspiration for a kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, orange cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors, red floor and brown benchtop.

Funky industrial loft - Beaches, Ontario

avenue design inc

Aia photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic galley open plan kitchen in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

Danbury, CT

Connecticut Kitchen & Bath

Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, orange splashback, terra-cotta splashback, brown floor, red cabinets, granite benchtops, medium hardwood floors and black benchtop.

Red Kitchen with Terra-cotta 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!