Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

Classic White Kitchen in Bainbridge

Ridgeway Interiors

Located in Bainbridge, this classic kitchen features a clean and minimalist design. The result is a functional kitchen with a bright atmosphere and an inviting feel. This kitchen features the Häcker C130 range, known for its simple yet sophisticated look. This is complemented by state-of-the-art Siemens appliances, which include the hob, fridge, dishwasher, and studioLine ovens, enhancing convenience and functionality. The Artscut Royal Calacatta Gold quartz 30mm worktops exude luxury, offering a durable and stunning surface for cooking and preparing meals. Paired with a Schock sink and a Quooker tap, this kitchen becomes a room full of efficiency – where meal preparation and clean-up are easier and more enjoyable. An open shelf in a light wood finish adds a touch of warmth to the space. Meanwhile, the Karndean flooring in a similar finish provides both durability and warmth. Visit our website for more designs.

Winterset Renovation

Morris Lare

Mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, white splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Blue and White Kitchen

J. Peterson Design, LLC

The beverage center is adjacent to the family room, a perfect spot for entertaining.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Colonial Road

Thyme & Place Design LLC

This small kitchen packs a powerful punch. By replacing an oversized sliding glass door with a 24" cantilever which created additional floor space. We tucked a large Reid Shaw farm sink with a wall mounted faucet into this recess. A 7' peninsula was added for storage, work counter and informal dining. A large oversized window floods the kitchen with light. The color of the Eucalyptus painted and glazed cabinets is reflected in both the Najerine stone counter tops and the glass mosaic backsplash tile from Oceanside Glass Tile, "Devotion" series. All dishware is stored in drawers and the large to the counter cabinet houses glassware, mugs and serving platters. Tray storage is located above the refrigerator. Bottles and large spices are located to the left of the range in a pull out cabinet. Pots and pans are located in large drawers to the left of the dishwasher. Pantry storage was created in a large closet to the left of the peninsula for oversized items as well as the microwave. Additional pantry storage for food is located to the right of the refrigerator in an alcove. Cooking ventilation is provided by a pull out hood so as not to distract from the lines of the kitchen.

Vintage Kitchen Remodel

TKS Design Group

Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW The homeowners came to us looking to update the kitchen in their historic 1897 home. The home had gone through an extensive renovation several years earlier that added a master bedroom suite and updates to the front façade. The kitchen however was not part of that update and a prior 1990’s update had left much to be desired. The client is an avid cook, and it was just not very functional for the family. The original kitchen was very choppy and included a large eat in area that took up more than its fair share of the space. On the wish list was a place where the family could comfortably congregate, that was easy and to cook in, that feels lived in and in check with the rest of the home’s décor. They also wanted a space that was not cluttered and dark – a happy, light and airy room. A small powder room off the space also needed some attention so we set out to include that in the remodel as well. See that arch in the neighboring dining room? The homeowner really wanted to make the opening to the dining room an arch to match, so we incorporated that into the design. Another unfortunate eyesore was the state of the ceiling and soffits. Turns out it was just a series of shortcuts from the prior renovation, and we were surprised and delighted that we were easily able to flatten out almost the entire ceiling with a couple of little reworks. Other changes we made were to add new windows that were appropriate to the new design, which included moving the sink window over slightly to give the work zone more breathing room. We also adjusted the height of the windows in what was previously the eat-in area that were too low for a countertop to work. We tried to keep an old island in the plan since it was a well-loved vintage find, but the tradeoff for the function of the new island was not worth it in the end. We hope the old found a new home, perhaps as a potting table. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

1926 Cottage Guesthouse

Johnson Consulting

This project was a rehabilitation from a 1926 maid's quarters into a guesthouse. Tiny house.
Photo of a small traditional l-shaped kitchen in Little Rock with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, brown benchtop, timber, timber splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Kitchen project

Linnen & linnen interiors

Shaker doors using lovely satin brass handels sprayed in farrow and balls Moles breath & Purbeck stone.
Traditional kitchen in Essex.

Waterman Remodel

AFT Construction

This is an example of a large traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, beige floor, white benchtop and recessed-panel cabinets.

Kitchen Update

Boyce Design + Build

The kitchen island was painted in Sherwin Williams Dovetail to compliment the over-sized, dark bronze, pendant lights. The beveled tile backsplash in antique white provides a clean backdrop for the custom, aged, zinc finish on the hood.

De Nimes Kitchen

Farrow & Ball

Putting your personal stamp on a kitchen can be as simple as adding your favourite colours, as this moody blue scheme illustrates. Standard-issue cabinets are completely transformed with durable and beautiful Modern Eggshell in an intense inky hue, while walls painted in De Nimes provide an easy-going backdrop to the everyday comings and goings of the kitchen.

Viatera's Minuet is a Quartz

Bradley Stone Industries

This kitchen design by Hurst Design Build Remodeling features quartz countertop with a 1/2" bevel. The beautiful marble look-alike is Viatera's Minuet by LG. Clients chose the look of marble without the high cost and maintenance. Bradley Stone Industries fabricated, designed and installed the seemless white quartz countertops.

Twin Bridges

Chad Hemphill Construction

Inspiration for a traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Oklahoma City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Quaint Victorian Kitchen with Dramatic Metal Range Hood

Amazing Spaces

Small traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Recent Projects

Ciarra Construction

Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Colts Neck Estate

Captivating Construction Group

Design ideas for an expansive traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, granite benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, ceramic floors and beige floor.

Private Residence Dublin

TileStyle

Tiles: Crema Marfil Marble from TileStyle Photos by: Daragh Muldowney for TileStyle
This is an example of a traditional kitchen in Dublin with marble floors and with island.

Leawood Classic French Kitchen

Kitchens By Kleweno

Bob Greenspan Photography
This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Kansas City with a double-bowl sink, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stone slab splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and recessed-panel cabinets.

English Gardens

SK Interiors

Paul Pa
Photo of a large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen Designs

Palley & Southard Designs

Butler's Pantry
Design ideas for a traditional eat-in kitchen in Raleigh with with island.

Traditional Grey 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!