The existing white laminate cabinets, gray counter tops and stark tile flooring did not match the rich old-world trim, natural wood elements and traditional layout of this Victorian home. The new kitchen boasts custom painted cabinets in Blue Mill Springs by Benjamin Moore. We also popped color in their new half bath using Ravishing Coral by Sherwin Williams on the new custom vanity. The wood tones brought in with the walnut island top, alder floating shelves and bench seat as well as the reclaimed barn board ceiling not only contrast the intense hues of the cabinets but help to bring nature into their world. The natural slate floor, black hexagon bathroom tile and custom coral back splash tile by Fire Clay help to tie these two spaces together. Of course the new working triangle allows this growing family to congregate together with multiple tasks at hand without getting in the way of each other and the added storage allow this space to feel open and organized even though they still use the new entry door as their main access to the home. Beautiful transformation!!!!

Little Greene painted shaker kitchen

Kettle Co. Kitchens

This stunning shaker style kitchen painted in Little Greene PUCK with stand alone Island.
Photo of a large transitional galley open plan kitchen in Cornwall with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, ceramic splashback, black appliances, with island, white benchtop, orange splashback and orange floor.

Изумруд и латунь

Daria Nazarenko

Миниатюрная квартира-студия площадью 28 метров в Москве с гардеробной комнатой, просторной кухней-гостиной и душевой комнатой с естественным освещением.

Квартира на Зоологической улице

PUUSTELLI MOSCOW

Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall separate kitchen in Moscow with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, orange splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, no island and white floor.

Santa Cruz Turquoise Appliances!

Real Estate Judge

Kelly Peak
Design ideas for a small midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, tile benchtops, orange splashback, porcelain splashback, coloured appliances and concrete floors.

Mid-Century Inspired Modern Kitchen

DTLA DESIGN

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, orange splashback, glass sheet splashback, white appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Recycling Rescue in Rocky Hill

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen

Design ideas for a large traditional eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, orange splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Проект "Изумруд и латунь"

CODIA

Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, orange splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors, no island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Coral + Jade Kitchen Remodel

Howells Architecture + Design

This renovation was inspired by the owner's love of color, and by the 1940s vintage of the cottage--specifically, the colors of classic American dishware of that era, such as Fiesta and Jadeite. In the new space, handmade coral tile and green cabinets provide a splash of tropical color to help counteract the gray Pacific Northwest climate outside. A fresh green tile fireplace surround unifies the living and dining spaces. Photos: Anna M Campbell

Cuisine au milieu des Ternes

Dec HOME

Cette cuisine à l'allure atypique offre à sa propriétaire de grands espaces conviviaux et ergonomique. Elle est composée de 3 espaces avec larges plan de travail: l'espace lavage avec l'évier, le lave-vaisselle et le lave-linge; l'espace cuisson prolongée d'une table, et l'espace rangement avec de grandes colonnes de rangement . Les façades de la cuisine sont en laque mate (bleu), les plans de travail en stratifié et les crédences en verre laqué (orange).

Du pep's dans la cuisine

Sarah-archi-in

Eclectic kitchen in Marseille with orange splashback, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Buckhurst Hill, IG9

Syndicate West Architects

Design ideas for a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Cambridgeshire with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, orange splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

Santa Cruz Big Chill

Real Estate Judge

Kelly Peak Photography
This is an example of a small midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, tile benchtops, orange splashback, porcelain splashback, coloured appliances and concrete floors.

Turquoise Kitchen with Orange 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 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!