This Chappaqua kitchen renovation completely reorganized the space in order to support the family’s needs. The kitchen was extended by six feet to allow room for a walk-in pantry with a built-in desk. The extra space also provided room for more counter space, an eight foot island, and an added wine refrigerator. The tray ceiling is set at the height of the original kitchen, and the rest of the ceiling was dropped to add drama to the space through use of crown molding detailing. All of the cabinetry is custom. The island has bookshelves at both ends, and a space for the dog’s water and food bowls. The quartzite slab backsplash adds a touch of modern sensibility. A fully custom chef’s kitchen gets warmed by the tin tray ceiling and polished nickel fittings. Interior Designer: Adams Interior Design Photo by: Daniel Contelmo Jr.

Classic American Kitchen

Nancy Serafini Interior Design

Michael J. Lee Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Kitchen Addition

Cross Cabinets

Matt Dunmore Photography
Mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a farmhouse sink, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback and with island.

Summerland Kitchen

BMC Cabinet Specialists

This is an example of a large traditional galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and ceramic splashback.

Fairfax Station Elegant Off-White Kitchen

Harry Braswell Inc.

Off-white Decora maple cabinets, an Ethan Allen chandelier and Seapearl quartzite grey and green countertops transformed an outdated kitchen into a peaceful sanctuary. A high gloss ceramic handmade tile, Light Ocean from Quemere International, reflects light from the kitchen's large window. Stamped concrete island cabinets provide an enchanting color contrast to the Chantille cabinets. Amish wood stools offer understated seating. Top Knobs trunk pulls in polished nickel contribute to this kitchen’s high class. The existing kitchen floor plan in this 20-year-old Fairfax Station did not require enlarging. The homeowners upgraded to a double oven and converted from electric to gas. In the breakfast room, a Hinkley chandelier above a Lee Industries table accommodates eight, with an open view of an updated fireplace. After removing the wall between living and breakfast rooms, in-house lead carpenter Bruce designed and built the classic columns on either side of the arch between the rooms. The rooms are painted in Benjamin Moore Titanium, and the wet bar boasts an Arabesque Carrara marble backsplash. Photographer Greg Hadley

Traditional Kitchen

This is an example of an expansive traditional eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Countryside Traditional Kitchen - Astro Design - Ottawa

Astro Design Centre

This countryside kitchen includes a beautiful blue statement island, which adds originality to the classic space. The cabinetry is made by Downsview and the design is done through Astro Design Centre in Ottawa Canada. Astro Design, Ottawa DoubleSpace Photography

Courtland Residence - Shaker Heights

Harmoni Designs + Build

Architecture & Design by: Harmoni Designs, LLC. The dark wood island cabinetry provides a warm and rich contrast to the otherwise white and neutral colors of the kitchen. Everything in this design was coordinated with the owners down to the decorative lights above the island. The homeowner found the light and the exact size and spacing was coordinated with the architect. The subway tiles on the walls add warmth and interest to the beautiful kitchen as well, tying it all together. Photographer: Scott Pease, Pease Photography

Lafayette Traditional

Nicole Benveniste Interior Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, shaker cabinets and stone tile splashback.

Boston Back Bay Renovation

Morse Constructions

This Boston Back Bay kitchen easily accommodates caterers for the owner's frequent dinner parties. It offers ample storage and modern conveniences while maintaining references to the building's 1920s origins. Eric Roth Photography

Great Gatsby House

Arizona Kitchens and Refacing, Inc.

Katie Rudderham Photography
Expansive traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine floors, with island and beige floor.

Forest Glen Kitchen Remodel

Le Belle Maison Interiors Inc.

Mid-sized traditional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Alcorn Bend - Kitchen

Paul N. Brow, Architect, LLC

The details & materials palette are simple & crisp. The perimeter cabinetry is tucked neatly into paneled alcoves with full-height subway tile backsplashes. The perimeter cabinetry is white with black stone countertops while the island is a warm gray tone with a lighter stone surface.

Alcorn Bend - Kitchen

Paul N. Brow, Architect, LLC

The interior is filled with natural light from the new wall of sliding glass doors beyond. The 3-sided knee-space cantilever affords seating flexibility around the island. The clean & crisp aesthetic is enhanced with the use of integrated appliances - the farmhouse sink is flanked by double dishwashers and the the column refrigerator & freezer blend seamlessly into a wall of full-height millwork beyond.

Harpenden family home, kitchen and utility

Alison Anderson Interiors

Navy blue kitchen with limestone effect floor tiles, antique brass handles and open shelving
Design ideas for a large traditional eat-in kitchen in Hertfordshire with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Traditional Green Shaker

Planet Furniture

This bespoke Shaker kitchen has been hand painted in an inspired colour choice, totally suited to the traditional style yet perfectly on trend and very individual. We love the pairing of the modern marble worktops and splashback with the rich and atmospheric ‘Minster Green’. The contrasts in colour and texture look stunning and the Aga range cooker looks properly at home in this classic setting. All the details have been carefully considered; the Armac Martin handles in Burnished Brass, the taps in Satin Brass and the Perrin & Rowe Belfast Sink all tap into the Victorian era yet the modern touches provide all the convenience without looking out of place. The bespoke dresser combines classic styling with modern touches to create a stand-alone piece of furniture that is perfect for displaying favourites pieces and family photos. Using the same paint colour and work top unifies the whole look. Moving into the spacious utility room, the bespoke cabinets (again, in a Layon Shaker style) but this time hand painted in Treron – another traditional colour but softer and accented with the pretty pink tiling. The run of tall cabinets and open shelving unit are designed to be functional in a room that needs different considerations than a kitchen. Together with the shelving and hanging hooks there’s a place for everything and everything has its place.

Arlington Kitchen Remodel

Alison Giese Interiors

A spacious kitchen with three "zones" to fully utilize the space. Full custom cabinetry in painted and stained finishes.
Photo of a large traditional separate kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and timber.

Family of Four + Rufus

Design Studio West

Space is what this family of four needed. Not just space, but a fun space where they could cook together, and have room to play. Design Studio West - Adriana Cordero The three different colored cabinets and 2 different door styles give this kitchen a fun and inviting feel. Design Studio West - Adriana Cordero

Modern Rustic Kitchen Refresh - Atlanta

Innovative Design Build

We feel this is a great example of a beautiful kitchen remodel that did not require down-to-the-studs renovation. The changes to the cabinetry, countertops, backsplash, lighting and hardware completely transformed the look of the room. It’s now a relaxing space our clients love to use and look at from other rooms.Beautiful new cabinetry made the biggest impact on updating the kitchen. The new cabinet doors and drawer fronts are flat panel with beaded Shaker style. Brass hardware and lighting adds warmth to the space. The beautiful new blue backsplash added a relaxing touch to the room. And the custom vent hood and quartzite countertops are also stunners. We were also able to keep elements that the homeowners loved, including their new refinished hardwood floors and wood wrapped kitchen island. Treating this renovation as a refacing saved our clients a lot of money. It was also more sustainable than a full remodel because refacing limited the amount of construction waste generated from the project.

South Shore Kitchen and 1st Floor Renovation

J.P. Hoffman Design Build

As a premier South Shore, MA Design Build firm, our concept to completion process works efficiently and seamlessly to a wide variety of projects. The scope of work on this Kingston, MA home included a full kitchen renovation, reconfiguring the first floor layout to offer an open-concept plan, as well as adding a Master Bathroom and expanding a Master Closet. Whether in a colonial home like the home as described below, or a different style home, we've worked with quite a few homeowners on creating a better flowing space to suit their family needs. You can see more about our Design Build process at www.jphdesignbuild.com/design-build

Traditional Kitchen with Quartzite Benchtops 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!