Kitchen & Dining space renovation in SW17. A traditional kitchen painted in Little Greene Company - Sage Green and complemented with gorgeous Antique Bronze accents.

Pullman Estate Kitchen Renovation

ABLAZE Design Group (ABL)

This is an example of a large traditional kitchen in Chicago with with island.

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.

Retro 50's Kitchen Renovation

AdamMiltonPhotography

Adam Milton
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, a peninsula, glass-front cabinets and multi-coloured floor.

Buena Vista House

User

Hand-made 3x6 subway tiles and lido-venezian textured granite give this classic kitchen a unique look.
This is an example of a traditional kitchen in San Francisco with subway tile splashback and marble benchtops.

Beckwith Road

Sheraton Interiors

Small traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop, coffered and beaded inset cabinets.

Project 5 in Chappaqua

Amazing Spaces

Glass door cabinets in the white built-ins help bounce natural light around the kitchen and dining room. A wall of windows creates an open space and the perfect location for a settee. Ilir Rizaj

County Line Traditional White Kitchen

Stimmel Consulting Group

Large traditional galley open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Mountain Retreat

Wood-Mode Fine Custom Cabinetry

This cozy weekend getaway or second home is made for rest and relaxation with its stained bar and contrasting deep green cabinets.
Photo of a traditional kitchen in Other.

Brandis Kitchen

Turan Designs, Inc.

Brandis Farm House Kitchen
Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Aristoclectic

Plain & Fancy Custom Cabinetry

A traditional kitchen that rewards a well-lived life, this design is one of inviting and comfortable sophistication, a retreat from the challenges brought on by daily living. Flush inset maple traditional cabinetry are shown here finished in Green Tea, complete with mullioned doors and hidden storage. The open-grate range is flanked by intricately carved columns and capped by the custom, finely detailed over-stove hood. The seasoned home chef will appreciate the pot-filler faucet at the range, perfect for filling those tall stockpots. The kitchen island features pull-outs and open shelving for easy access to kitchenware and cookbooks.

Kitchen Pass Through

JEB Design/Build

This is an example of a traditional kitchen in New Orleans.

Chadsworth Cottage Butler Pantry

Christine Huckins Franck, Architect, LLC

View of Butler Pantry between kitchen and dining room. A high cherry butcher block counter top makes plating easy. All cabinets are selected from Decora Cabinetry. (Photograph by Erik Johnson)

Turquoise Kitchen

Isler Homes

Warm mediterranean summer served as the inspiration for this kitchen as sun kissed gold paired with the turquiose blue of the sea.
Inspiration for a traditional kitchen in Dallas.

My Houzz: Eclectic Vintage Charm in a Family's Texas Farmhouse

Jennifer M. Ramos

Photo: Jennifer M. Ramos © 2018 Houzz
Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped kitchen in Austin with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Energized Happy Kitchen

Henrietta Heisler Interiors Inc

Recently retired, this couple wanted and needed to update their kitchen. It was dark, lifeless and cramped. We had two constraints: a tight budget and not being able to expand the footprint. The client wanted a bright, happy kitchen, and loves corals and sea foam greens. They wanted it to be fun. Knowing that they had some pieces from the orient we allowed that influence to flow into this room as well. We removed the drop ceiling, added crown molding, light rail, two new cabinets, a new range, and an eating area. Sea foam green Corian countertop is integrated with a white corian sink. Glazzio arabesque tiles add a beautiful texture to the backsplash. The finished galley kitchen was functional, fun and they now use it more than ever.

Sussex Park House project

Plain English

Photo of a traditional single-wall kitchen in London with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen

Feioi

A checkerboard floor was created using simple plain tiles. Cream and charcoal create a softer look than black and white which worked better with the scheme. Photographer: Richard Etteridge

Bloomsbury Kitchen

Laura Gompertz Interiors Ltd

This is an example of a small traditional u-shaped kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances and medium hardwood floors.

Kitchen

Oxford Development

A bright, beautiful kitchen with inset white cabinets and generous light and space. A large 48" Kohler Harborview sink with two sets of Rohl faucets make clean up and prep work a breeze. Open shelving accentuates the 10' ceilings. White Carrara marble countertops and crisp white subway tiles help keep the space light and bright. Four-inch oak floors have a dark, custom stain. Paneled appliances help keep a furniture feel in this formal but welcoming home.

Traditional Green 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 Traditional 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!