This kitchens demeanour is one of quiet function, designed for effortless prepping and cooking and with space to socialise with friends and family. The unusual curved island in dusted oak veneer and finished in our unique paint colour, Periwinkle offers seating for eating and chatting. The handmade cabinets of this blue kitchen design are individually specified and perfectly positioned to maximise every inch of space. Family kitchens deserve a family-sized centrepiece and this curved island is a real talking point. It’s a modern take on a traditional concept with integrated sink, high-end appliances and a spacious, sweeping breakfast bar. The solid Silestone worktop in Snowy Ibiza is in striking contrast to the Periwinkle finish proving that style and practicality can go hand-in-hand.

Family Residence

Oliver Burns

The kitchen presents handmade cabinetry in a sophisticated palette of Zoffany silver and soft white Corian surfaces which reflect light streaming in through the French doors.

Columbia Station

The Hall Design Group

Expansive traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cleveland with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and coffered.

Edina Elegance

RLH Studio

Spacecrafting Photography
This is an example of a large traditional open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, mirror splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen Remodel - Houston

Edwards Interiors and Design, LLC

Photo Credit: French Blue Photography
Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Houston with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and no island.

1960s Ranch, Remodel

Mason Elliott Designs

Deborah Scannell Photography, Palladium Builders, Jim Selmonsberger
Mid-sized traditional galley separate kitchen in Charlotte with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, brown floor and dark hardwood floors.

Century Home Kitchen - University City, MO

Marcia Moore Design

A large hallway just off of the kitchen was transformed from closet storage into a butler pantry and powder room, still with plenty of walk space. The porcelain floor set on the diagonal runs throughout the kitchen and hall, with the dining room through the door on the left. Michael Jacob Photography

Vard in Doll & Tusk - Liverpool

Smile Kitchens

Take a look round this beautiful kitchen from our Vård range... A stunning combination of our Tusk and Doll colours with a beautiful Carrera White Quartz worktop. Finished perfectly with brass sinks, taps and handles including a Quooker boiling water tap. This kitchen features a wonderful selection of storage solutions including our corner optimiser, three bin pull out and the centre piece to any kitchen; the Butler's Pantry.

Spacious Shaker In Letchworth

Planet Furniture

A light, bright open plan kitchen with ample space to dine, cook and store everything that needs to be tucked away. As always, our bespoke kitchens are designed and built to suit lifestyle and family needs and this one is no exception. Plenty of island seating and really importantly, lots of room to move around it. Large cabinets and deep drawers for convenient storage plus accessible shelving for cook books and a wine fridge perfectly positioned for the cook! Look closely and you’ll see that the larder is shallow in depth. This was deliberately (and cleverly!) designed to accommodate a large beam behind the back of the cabinet, yet still allows this run of cabinets to look balanced. We’re loving the distinctive brass handles by Armac Martin against the Hardwicke White paint colour on the cabinetry - along with the Hand Silvered Antiqued mirror splashback there’s plenty of up-to-the-minute design details which ensure this classic shaker is contemporary yes classic in equal measure.

Hartley

Lewis Alderson & Co.

An extension provides the beautiful galley kitchen in this 4 bedroom house with feature glazed domed ceiling which floods the room with natural light. Full height cabinetry maximises storage whilst beautiful curved features enliven the design. Fridge/freezer framed by larder cupboards for easy storage of all food items.

Thames Ditton Painted Shaker Kitchen

Higham Furniture

An aesthetically pleasing utility is just as important as a kitchen. We love how this Shaker utility turned out.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Surrey with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Wildwood Mixed Finishes

Amish Custom Kitchens

Gray stained cabinet in wet bar area match the large island finish. Amish-made walnut counter top with undermount sink. Mirrored tile backsplash
Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey cabinets, mirror splashback and brown benchtop.

Butler's Pantry

BCN Homes

Traditional single-wall kitchen pantry in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, mirror splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

Tutts Clump - Restored Cottage with Bespoke Kitchen & Joinery

Ben Heath Interiors

The kitchen is handmade oak designed by Ben Heath. The pantry features adjustable shelving with dogs teeth and also drawers. The curved units lead into the kitchen entrance. The splashback is antique mirrored glass and limestone worktop. Photos by James Wilson at Jaw Designs Edited at Ben Heath

WRIGLEY RESIDENCE

Kitchens by Emanuel

CLASSIC ELEGANCE - Custom designed kitchen and walk in pantry with an 'in-house' profile, finished in a white satin polyurethane - Detailed moulding and joinery build ups - Integrated dishwasher and bin units - Large custom mantle, with detailed profiling - Custom designed and manufactured glass profiled display doors, with clear glass shelving and feature round LED lights - 60mm mitred Caesarstone island benchtop - 40mm mitred Caesarstone benchtop (for pantry / cooktop side) - Smokey mirror splashback - Tall appliance cabinet, with stone benchtop - Satin nickel hardware - Recessed round LED lights - Blum hardware Sheree Bounassif, Kitchens by Emanuel

Traditionl Hand Painted Framed Kitchen

Tulip

Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Surrey with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Killiney, South Dublin: Stately Home

O'Connors of Drumleck Ireland

Design ideas for an expansive traditional kitchen in Other with grey cabinets, wood benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, beaded inset cabinets, black appliances and brown floor.

Stanford Wood Lodge

Absolute Architecture

Stanford Wood Cottage extension and conversion project by Absolute Architecture. Photos by Jaw Designs, Kitchens and joinery by Ben Heath.
Inspiration for a small traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Berkshire with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, limestone benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, ceramic floors, no island and coloured appliances.

Crisp Architects

Addition to period home in Connecticut. Photographer: Rob Karosis
Inspiration for a traditional open plan kitchen in New York with beaded inset cabinets, granite benchtops and mirror splashback.

Hinsdale North Adams Street

Plain & Posh

This small kitchen space needed to have every inch function well for this young family. By adding the banquette seating we were able to get the table out of the walkway and allow for easier flow between the rooms. Wall cabinets to the counter on either side of the custom plaster hood gave room for food storage as well as the microwave to get tucked away. The clean lines of the slab drawer fronts and beaded inset make the space feel visually larger.

Traditional Kitchen with Mirror 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 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!