The beautiful honed marble mosaic tile backsplash was installed all the way up this wall, creating a gorgeous backdrop for the shelves, cabinets, and countertop. Final photos by www.impressia.net

Cherry Laude Kitchen

Nest Kitchen, Bath & Home Design

www.nestkbhomedesign.com Photos: Linda McKee With large cabinet space everything you ever needed to be a chef has the perfect space.
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in St Louis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Maple Hill Lane Kitchen

Neil Kelly Company

An extensive kitchen remodel in transitional modern contemporary style. The star of the show is the large island with a stunning granite slab counter top. Other features include globe pendant lighting, a plumbed-in espresso machine, stylish beverage bar, concealed range hood, and copper accents.

Peachtree City Transitional Kitchen Remodel

Rosa Moreno Kitchens

Photo of a mid-sized transitional eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Quarry Hill Cottage

Artisan Construction and Remodeling Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

South Colorado Blvd - Rustic Transitional

BKC Kitchen and Bath

Photography: RockinMedia. This gorgeous new-build in Cherry Hills Village has a spacious floor plan with a warm mix of rustic and transitional style, a perfect complement to its Colorado backdrop. Kitchen cabinets: Crystal Cabinets, Tahoe door style, Sunwashed Grey stain with VanDyke Brown highlight on quarter-sawn oak. Cabinet design by Caitrin McIlvain, BKC Kitchen and Bath, in partnership with ReConstruct. Inc.

Canyon Way

Brian David Roberts | Interior Planning & Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, solid surface benchtops, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Plain & Fancy Custom Cabinets

Berkshire Hills Design

Photo of a transitional l-shaped kitchen in Bridgeport with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Transitional Kitchen Renovation with Island

Sea Pointe Design & Remodel

This kitchen island serves as a storage space, dining seating, as well as a station to prepare meals and bring the family together for inclusive interactions.

ORG Home

Inspired Closets of Charleston

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Charleston with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, laminate benchtops, marble floors and grey floor.

The Hammerly

David Weekley Homes

Built by David Weekley Homes Houston
Transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Houston with recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Kitchen with a Turquoise Island

Southwest Kitchen & Bath

Designer: Matt Yaney Photo Credit: KC Creative Designs
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, red floor and beige benchtop.

Greenville Mountain Contemporary Home

The Berry Group

Design ideas for a transitional open plan kitchen in Other with recessed-panel cabinets and brown cabinets.

Bjornson Designs in Legacy for Pacesetter Homes

Bjornson Designs

Bjornson Designs - cabinet supplier in Calgary, AB
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Calgary with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, multiple islands, beige floor and grey benchtop.

A Chef's Kitchen Addition

Home Restoration Services, Inc.

For years, Jen wanted to cook and bake in a kitchen where she could hone her substantial talents as a professional chef. Her small kitchen was not up to the task. When she was ready to build, she enlisted Shelter Architecture to design a space that is both exquisite and functional. Interior photos by Kevin Healy, before and after outdoor sequential photos by Greg Schmidt. Lower deck, handrail and interior pipe rail shelving by the homeowner.

Transitional Kitchen

Design ideas for a transitional single-wall kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, quartzite benchtops and stainless steel appliances.

Amaretto Kitchen

Distinctive Designs Inc. Kitchen & Baths

Beth Johnson
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Raleigh with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Transitional Mediterranean

Fresh Remodel

Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and a peninsula.

Pull Out Double Trash Cans

KraftMaster Renovations

A pull out trash drawer is a great way to hide your garbage and keep your kitchen looking clean. Think about this: are you a left handed or right handed? If you answered right handed, you may want to place the pull out trash on the right side of the sink. Photography by Bob Gockeler

Seamless Mosaic Backsplash Design in Kitchen Remodel

Sea Pointe Design & Remodel

This kitchen design has a seamless backsplash aesthetic that especially look swell in the corner of the kitchen. This speaks volumes to the quality of the design and craftsmanship.

Transitional Kitchen with Brown Cabinets 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!