The addition and renovation of this French Provincial-inspired home integrates seamlessly with the existing residence featuring a limestone exterior, slate mansard roofs, and copper accents. Expansive arched openings and interior art glass open up the once-segmented floor plan providing free-flowing interior spaces and an open floor plan. Taking advantage of a nearby existing ash tree, the Second Floor rear roof terrace is nestled below this expansive tree canopy creating the sense of an outdoor room. A rear patio offers inviting areas for entertaining guests and outdoor family dining incorporating a built-in bar and grill area and a fire pit.

Wellington

Clearcut Construction, Inc.

This is an example of a large traditional galley open plan kitchen in Raleigh with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, exposed beam, green splashback and cement tile splashback.

Laurelhurst Kitchen

Blue Sound Construction, Inc.

Lovely kitchen remodel featuring inset cabinetry, herringbone patterned tile, Cedar & Moss lighting, and freshened up surfaces throughout. Design: Cohesively Curated. Photos: Carina Skrobecki. Build: Blue Sound Construction, Inc.

A Light Filled White Kitchen with Seafoam Accents

Amazing Spaces

Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Endicott St. Kitchen Renovation

Adams Kitchens

Inspiration for a small traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, no island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Restructuration appartement 9ème

Nelson Architecture Interieure & Design

This is an example of a small traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Paris with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, green splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, terrazzo floors, green floor and white benchtop.

Old City Philadelphia Condominium makeover

Myers Constructs, Inc.

In addition to applying fresh paint to the entire condo, we installed cherry-colored maple cabinets and a new array of GE appliances in the kitchen. The counter top is a modestly priced granite. The backsplash tile is glass and the floor tile ceramic. image: Mark Gisi/Tabula Creative

KKMU

Karen Kassen, CMKBD

This is an example of a traditional kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, green splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Dining Room

Laurie Lieberman Architects

The wall between the renovated kitchen and the traditionally paneled dining room was subtly shifted, and a large opening with pocket doors was added to create greater visibility and openness.

Surrey Family Home

Katy M Interiors

This fun and bright family kitchen looks great in this recently extended property. The splashback really adds an element of fun to this kitchen space and the brass handles and tap look great against the blue units.

South Mpls Victorian Kitchen

Inspired Spaces LLC

Shultz Photo & Design
Design ideas for a small traditional separate kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island and beige floor.

Custom inset kitchen

Cutting Edge Design

Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and green benchtop.

A Well-Deserved Revision

Deb Bayless - Design for Keeps

Kitchen Design by Deb Bayless, CKD, CBD, Design For Keeps, Napa, CA
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, stainless steel appliances and medium hardwood floors.

Chef's Kitchen

WatchCity Kitchens LLC

Cooking essentials are all within reach for the serious chefs in this home! Faced with a cramped eat-in kitchen our job was to both maximize and open up the space. By relocating the refrigerator and surrounding it with pantry cabinets, we were able to create more counter space and allow space for two chefs. Warm stained-wood open corner shelving was installed to display the chefs’ favorite items and keep them right at an arm's reach. The breakfast table is now positioned at the window, giving diners a view of the beautiful backyard. The finishes (Executive Cabinetry - Putnam door style in Alabaster paint; Belgian Blue Satin quartz counters by Alleanza) blend seamlessly with the rest of the home.

The Country House

Christine Donner Kitchen Design Inc.

A view from the family room into the open kitchen. This space is filled with calm colors and comfortable upholstery -- real family living. Photo by Mary Ellen Hendricks

Canterbury Kitchen, Butler's Pantry & Laundry

The Kitchen Design Centre

Designer: Michael Simpson; Photographer: Yvonne Menegol
Mid-sized traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Boulevard

O'Connor Brehm Design-Build

Photo of a traditional l-shaped kitchen in Chicago with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, green splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Lobster Cove

Carpenter & MacNeille

Michael J. Lee Photography
This is an example of a traditional eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Bowers Harbor

Lakeview Interior Design

This large granite (yes, granite) island is perfect for entertaining and daily use - centered with a gorgeous Kohler farmhouse sink and faucet. The green glass arabesque tile is a main feature opposite of this beautifully detailed built in hutch. photos by Tippett Photo, Grand Rapids

WFB Addition

LaBonte Construction

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Traditional Kitchen with Green 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!