Walnut and white painted cabinets create the casual, inviting kitchen. Bianco antico countertops keep that mountain feel and add warmth. Custom vintage inspired white woodwork wrap the accent walls and banquette.

2019 NARI CotY Award-Winning Kitchens

National Association of the Remodeling Industry

DiFabion Remodeling, Inc., with team members Harkey Tile and Stone, and Ferguson Enterprises, Indian Trail, North Carolina, 2019 NARI CotY Award-Winning Residential Kitchen $30,000 to $60,000

Transitional Kitchen & First Floor Old Glory Remodel - Yorkville

Redstart Construction, Inc.

Picture Perfect House
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, granite benchtops, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets and grey splashback.

Whittier Heights Kitchen & Bath

Jackson Design Build

Build: Jackson Design Build. Photography: Krogstad Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Passive Custom House

G. Christianson Construction, Inc.

This beautiful Craftsman style Passive House has a carbon footprint 20% that of a typically built home in Oregon. Its 12-in. thick walls with cork insulation, ultra-high efficiency windows and doors, solar panels, heat pump hot water, Energy Star appliances, fresh air intake unit, and natural daylighting keep its utility bills exceptionally low. Jen G. Pywell

Small Kitchen Living Large

CMC Design Studio LLC

Newlyweds had just moved into their new home and immediately wanted to update their kitchen which is located in the center of the household, lacking any natural light source of its own. To make matters worse, the cabinets in place were dark red with black countertops. Not the picture of brightness they were looking for. To increase the amount of light reflected throughout the kitchen, we incorporated some of the following updates: 1. Replaced the solo ceiling light with 4 recessed cans 2. Updated the florescent undercabinet lights with new LED strips 3. Installed custom white cabinets topped with Silestone’s new Artic Ocean white countertops 4. Updated the dark glass pendants over the bar with larger, clear glass pendants that spoke more to the history of the home 5. Painted the walls a soft gray to compliment the palette The original kitchen layout was updated to eliminate the existing soffits and open the visual feel of the space. A large white farm sink now centers the natural wood bar area, inviting guests to sit and gather for ballgames and celebrations. Glass tile and USB ports at charging sites complete the space for the family to grow over the years. Photo by Stockwell Media

Studs Out Remodel - Eastpoint Country Club

Big Bear Developers LLC

Customized to perfection, a remarkable work of art at the Eastpoint Country Club combines superior craftsmanship that reflects the impeccable taste and sophisticated details. An impressive entrance to the open concept living room, dining room, sunroom, and a chef’s dream kitchen boasts top-of-the-line appliances and finishes. The breathtaking LED backlit quartz island and bar are the perfect accents that steal the show.

Colorful & Organized Small Kitchen

Tracey Stephens Interior Design Inc

The in-law suite kitchen could only be in a small corner of the basement. The kitchen design started with the question: how small can this kitchen be? The compact layout was designed to provide generous counter space, comfortable walking clearances, and abundant storage. The bold colors and fun patterns anchored by the warmth of the dark wood flooring create a happy and invigorating space. SQUARE FEET: 140

Roswell Modern Ranch

Haggard Home Cabinetry & Design

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

2019 Kitchens by Jagoe Homes

Jagoe Homes Inc.

This is an example of a large transitional single-wall open plan kitchen in Louisville with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Hollywood Rivera

Linda Wisch Design

Photo of a transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Cheerful and Organized in Deerfield

Kitchen Design Partners, Inc.

Dennis Jourdan Photography
Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass sheet splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Briarcliff Chateau

Spice Hill Interiors

Large transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, black floor, dark hardwood floors and multi-coloured benchtop.

East Fort Myers Kitchen Remodel

O'Neil Industries Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, no island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Forsyth Luxe and Stylish Kitchen

Rosa Moreno Kitchens

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured benchtop and timber.

Walthamstow Inset Handle Shaker Kitchen

Higham Furniture

From the gorgeous bar stools to the simple box frame cornicing, the combined attention to detail of our team and our client’s interior designer really set this space apart. This bright, inviting, and undeniably luxurious kitchen can be admired and enjoyed by all the family.

Luxury W. Newton Property Staged & Sold Immediately

BK Classic Collections Home Stagers

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Edina Kitchen and Main floor remodel

R|House Design Build

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Lambton Place

Huntsmore

Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped kitchen in London with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Mona Home Remodel

Designs By Liv

Large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Transitional Kitchen with Multi-Coloured Benchtop 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!