Two doors into this very small space required an extra pinch of ingenuity to make this kitchen function safely. To that end, a pull-out cutting board was built-in underneath the microwave to provide a safe landing space for hot foods/dishes. Photo: A Kitchen That Works LLC

Lewisham Kitchen

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A warm and very welcoming kitchen extension in Lewisham creating this lovely family and entertaining space with some beautiful bespoke features. The smooth shaker style lay on cabinet doors are painted in Farrow & Ball Green Smoke, and the double height kitchen island, finished in stunning Sensa Black Beauty stone with seating on one side, cleverly conceals the sink and tap along with a handy pantry unit and drinks cabinet.

Tuscany Way

Aloha Kitchen, Bath & Design

Elegant traditional style home with some old world and Italian touches and materials and warm inviting tones.
Large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, beige floor and yellow benchtop.

Stunning Kitchen Remodel

Paragon Construction Company LLC

Classy full kitchen remodel with granite countertops that are accompanied by black and wood bar stools. Kitchen also houses double wall ovens and two microwaves with doors to keep them hidden. Stainless steel appliances all throughout the kitchen for a clean and sleek look and feel all around.

Tahmour: Kitchen NSW 2573

The Renovation Broker

This luxurious Hamptons design offers a stunning kitchen with all the modern appliances necessary for any cooking aficionado. Featuring an opulent natural stone benchtop and splashback, along with a dedicated butlers pantry coffee bar - designed exclusively by The Renovation Broker - this abode is sure to impress even the most discerning of guests!

Catura Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Customer Space | New Carlisle, Ohio

Flooret

A rich, even, walnut tone with a smooth finish. This versatile color works flawlessly with both modern and classic styles.
Large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

High-Class Cottage Expansion and Renovation in Farmington

UCE Fine Builders

Design ideas for a large traditional kitchen in Bridgeport with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey benchtop and coffered.

Kitchen Remodel in Anderson

JRC Construction, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Charlotte with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, black benchtop and vaulted.

ЖК Knightsbridge Private Park

ND Studio

Английская кухня "LOXLEY" с кладовками, винной и продуктовой.
Inspiration for a large traditional eat-in kitchen in Moscow with with island, an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, marble floors, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kester Kitchen

Turan Designs, Inc.

Cream and Black Beaded Inset Kitchen Designer: Teri Turan, Photographer: Sacha Griffin
Design ideas for an expansive traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Piedmont Park Kitchen

Landed Interiors & Homes

Photography by Haris Kenjar
Design ideas for a large traditional kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Kitchen Remodeling

SUPERB L.L.C.

Whole kitchen remodeling, including cabinetry, flooring, and appliances
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, with island, yellow floor and grey benchtop.

Auburn, Cherry Inset Kitchen

The Muir Showrooms

Dividers in the drawers and pull-outs beneath make a place for everything and everything fits in its place. There used to be a wall and a tiny kitchen table here; the peninsula drastically increases the kitchen's storage capacity and provides generous elbow room for two diners.

Chinnor, Oxfordshire

Kingsey Kitchens & Interiors

Inspiration for a traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Oxfordshire with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, black appliances, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Approved Used Kitchen, Large Painted Shaker, Neptune Stools, Rangemaster Oven

Used Kitchen Exchange

This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Cheshire with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Catura Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Customer Space | New Carlisle, Ohio

Flooret

A rich, even, walnut tone with a smooth finish. This versatile color works flawlessly with both modern and classic styles.
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Lewisham Kitchen

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A rear extension in Kingston

Resi Design Ltd.

When these homeowners approached Resi, they wanted to bring the outdoors indoors and envisioned a whole new dining space fit for hosting in the summer months. Our designers here at Resi knew just how to bring the homeowner’s dreams to life!⁠

Matt's Stunning Dark Grey Kitchen

Classic Kitchens Direct

Stunning Dark Grey Shaker Kitchen with Carrara Quartz Worktops an Herringbone floor
Large traditional galley open plan kitchen in Dorset with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

The Windsor

Nathan Homes LLC

Traditional eat-in kitchen in Omaha with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and grey floor.

Traditional Kitchen with Granite 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!