Backsplash with high gloss linear tiles with a bold blue color set in a chevron pattern. Thermador gas cooktop with custom XO vented hood. MSI "Calacatta Leon" quartz countertop. Painted flat panel cabinets using Benjamin Moore "Simply White". Island countertop is Cambria "Islington" and paint color is Benjamin Moore "Deep Royal". Light fixtures are Quoizel architect pendants in western bronze.

Transitional Kitchen

iCabinetrydirect.com

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped kitchen with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, blue splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Bright Eclectic Remodel

Studio M Kitchen & Bath

A goal of this kitchen design was to create a space that was light and bright! Chantilly Lace cabinets and a soft blue tile backsplash emphasize natural light and keep this space feeling bright and open.

Corn Brook Kitchen

Steinberg Custom Designs

Inspiration for a transitional kitchen pantry in Portland Maine with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and grey benchtop.

Fresh Kitchen

Laurie DiGiacomo Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and shaker cabinets.

Fresh & Modern Kitchen Remodel in San Clemente

Sea Pointe Design & Remodel

Luxury vinyl plank flooring adds to the coastal inspired detailing throughout this remodel and is ideal for easy cleanup and durability.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Arcadia Ave

Hello Kitchen

Mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Tree House Kitchen in Piedmont

Hanomoco Design

Open view from Kitchen
Photo of an expansive transitional u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and grey benchtop.

Greenwich Backcountry Estate

Rebecca Reynolds Design -New Canaan Kitchens

A complete makeover of a tired 1990s mahogany kitchen in a stately Greenwich back country manor. We couldn't change the windows in this project due to exterior restrictions but the fix was clear. We transformed the entire space of the kitchen and adjoining grand family room space by removing the dark cabinetry and painting over all the mahogany millwork in the entire space. The adjoining family walls with a trapezoidal vaulted ceiling needed some definition to ground the room. We added painted paneled walls 2/3rds of the way up to entire family room perimeter and reworked the entire fireplace wall with new surround, new stone and custom cabinetry around it with room for an 85" TV. The end wall in the family room had floor to ceiling gorgeous windows and Millowrk details. Once everything installed, painted and furnished the entire space became connected and cohesive as the central living area in the home.

Sherman Oaks

Rande Leaman Interior Design

A vibrant blue island is the centerpiece of this white kitchen. The backsplash picks up on the color with a blue subway tile and dramatic quartz countertops. Beautiful matte brass lanterns from Serena & Lily accent the island. The appliances are all Thermador.

Contemporary

Kitchens by Eileen

Photo of a transitional kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Farmhouse on the Hills

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen on the Hills of San Marcos
Photo of a large transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Westport Transitional

Karen Berkemeyer Home

Design ideas for an expansive transitional u-shaped kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Mary's New Kitchen Remodel

Bora&Co Construction

Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, no island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Beach Cottage Transformation - Custom Cabinetry Creates Light and Airy Kitchen.

Urbana Design Studio

Custom Cabinetry Creates Light and Airy Kitchen. A combination of white painted cabinetry and rustic hickory cabinets create an earthy and bright kitchen. A new larger window floods the kitchen in natural light.

Soapstone Kitchen Countertops in St. Louis Metro Area

Titan Granite STL

Inspiration for a large transitional galley eat-in kitchen in St Louis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Soapstone Kitchen Countertops in St. Louis Metro Area

Titan Granite STL

Design ideas for a large transitional galley eat-in kitchen in St Louis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Cunningham Kitchen Remodel

Rupp Family Builders, Inc.

This space was updated with custom white shaker cabinets an a stunning navy blue island. The client wanted to display some items in the upper cabinets so glass was added. Stainless appliances.

Rustic Refined Remodel

Gardner/Fox Associates, Inc

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Open and Airy Highland House

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

This is an example of an expansive transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with white cabinets, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, quartz benchtops and recessed-panel cabinets.

Transitional Kitchen with Blue 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 Transitional 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!