Design ideas for a large traditional eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and brown floor.

Joyous Home Kitchen

Mastercraft Design Inc.

Transformative renovation of Fairfax Station residence by Joyous Home Design and JDS Construction. Omega Cabinetry Pearl Painted Finish Photos by Greg Hadley

Alpharetta Dining Room

Outrageous Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, travertine splashback, medium hardwood floors and with island.

オーダーキッチン　フレンチアンティークスタイル

アニーズ株式会社

アニーズスタイル
Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Tokyo with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, terra-cotta floors and with island.

Import＊高級感あるミストグレーの扉が素敵

株式会社エムズファクトリー

M's Factory
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Nagoya with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, brown splashback, matchstick tile splashback, black appliances and no island.

Cornsilk and White Kitchen

Colorado Kitchen Designs

A combination of whire painted, rasised panel door with cornsik distressed accents. Beautiful large wood hood and a ton of storage accesories throughout. Amazing coffered ceiling with beadboard.

Salvage Secrets Design & Decor

Joanne Palmisano Design

A visually sumptuous idea book, showcasing an eclectic array of interior design possibilities using salvaged goods. Following up on her celebrated first Salvage Secrets book, which Fine Homebuilding called “An invaluable first step in the salvage-for-design journey,” here salvage design guru Joanne Palmisano takes readers further, exploring a wealth of smaller-scale interior design and decor concepts. Bottle caps turned into a kitchen backsplash, old bed springs reinvented as candle holders, and a recycled shipping container-turned-guesthouse are just a few examples of the innovative repurposing of second-hand items that readers will discover. From retro and modern to classic, “cottage,” and urban chic, Palmisano takes readers on a sumptuous visual journey featuring unique salvage ideas in an eclectic array of styles, for every room in the house—kitchens and dining rooms, bedrooms and bathrooms, living rooms and dens, and entryways and outdoor areas. The journey continues with a sampling of cutting-edge retail spaces, hotels, cafes, and boutiques across the country that incorporate salvage into their designs, such as Industrie Denim in San Francisco, Stowe Mountain Lodge in Stowe, Vermont, and Rejuvenation in Portland. Profiles of thirteen “salvage success stories” are also included, showcasing the imaginative designs of creative homeowners. And lastly, fourteen easy, do-it-yourself projects are included at the back of the book (with step-by-step instructions), not to mention a comprehensive “Where to Find Salvage” resource section. Packed with over 350 color photos, Salvage Secrets Design & Decor offers a trove of salvage ideas to inspire, proving that you need look no further than your local rebuild center, architectural salvage shop, or flea market to transform your living space. Susan Teare Photography Book: Salvage Secrets Design & Décor Kitchen Design: Jane Coslick

The Anchor House

CapeRace Cultural Adventures

This coastal vacation home is over 100 years old, located in Elliston on the Bonavista Peninsula in Newfoundland Canada. If you are looking to escape to the furthest corner of the earth for a romantic get-away this is the place.

Eclectic Kitchen

Inspiration for a traditional single-wall eat-in kitchen in New Orleans with a farmhouse sink, green cabinets, coloured appliances, dark hardwood floors and no island.

Mountain Home

Meta Coleman

Inspiration for a large traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Salt Lake City with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white appliances, concrete floors, with island, blue floor and brown benchtop.

Restoration of a 18th Century house in Greenwich, London

Russell Taylor Architects

Design ideas for a traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

White Country Classic Kitchen

Caves Kitchens

An open kitchen was a must for these homeowners, so the design featured a galley layout to maximize the amount of space in the kitchen. In order to further open up the kitchen, the designer removed the kitchen’s original soffits to make the space appear even more spacious. The addition of counter top seating allows family and friends to be seated comfortably, and out of the way of people cooking in the kitchen. Creating an upper and lower level in the peninsula optimizes the functionality of the counter top space, so people eating at the bar stools don’t interfere with the cooking zone below.

Soapstone Kitchenette

Custom Marble & Granite

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, soapstone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

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All About Kitchens

Photo of a small traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sacramento with an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, shaker cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, no island and white cabinets.

Herrgårdsdröm

Stad&Land

Ebbe Wengenroth
Traditional eat-in kitchen in Stockholm with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, black appliances, a peninsula, grey floor and black benchtop.

Bouchardon - 30m²

NEVA Architecture Intérieure - Interior Design

Le détail qui fait toute la différence: le sol en mosaïque bistrot blanche s'est parée d'inserts de couleur rose qui s'évadent dans le parquet !
Design ideas for a small traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Country Chic Kitchen in Taylor, MI

Dream Kitchens

Design ideas for a small traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Bohemian Family Room

ITECTDESIGN LLC.

a fresh bohemian open kitchen design. this design is intended to bring life and color to its surroundings, with bright green cabinets that imitate nature and the fluted island front that creates a beautiful contrast between the elegant marble backsplash and the earthiness of the natural wood. this kitchen design is the perfect combination between classic elegance and Boho-chic.

2018

Mid-Dakota Lumber & Supply, Inc

2-Shades of Gray for this homey little kitchen. Heron Plume & Dovetail Subltle Vintage Black Paint Grade Cabinets. Mountain Mist Quartz. Coretec Flooring

The Clements Project

Home Options Made Easy

Design And Cabinetry By Home Options Made Easy, Barrie
Mid-sized traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Shabby-Chic Style Eat-in 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 Shabby-Chic Style 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!