Photo of a mid-sized beach style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, distressed cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, coloured appliances, light hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Complete remodel and addition of 1000sq Tudor home in Altadena

Metropolis Drafting and Construction Inc

An original 1930’s English Tudor with only 2 bedrooms and 1 bath spanning about 1730 sq.ft. was purchased by a family with 2 amazing young kids, we saw the potential of this property to become a wonderful nest for the family to grow. The plan was to reach a 2550 sq. ft. home with 4 bedroom and 4 baths spanning over 2 stories. With continuation of the exiting architectural style of the existing home. A large 1000sq. ft. addition was constructed at the back portion of the house to include the expended master bedroom and a second-floor guest suite with a large observation balcony overlooking the mountains of Angeles Forest. An L shape staircase leading to the upstairs creates a moment of modern art with an all white walls and ceilings of this vaulted space act as a picture frame for a tall window facing the northern mountains almost as a live landscape painting that changes throughout the different times of day. Tall high sloped roof created an amazing, vaulted space in the guest suite with 4 uniquely designed windows extruding out with separate gable roof above. The downstairs bedroom boasts 9’ ceilings, extremely tall windows to enjoy the greenery of the backyard, vertical wood paneling on the walls add a warmth that is not seen very often in today’s new build. The master bathroom has a showcase 42sq. walk-in shower with its own private south facing window to illuminate the space with natural morning light. A larger format wood siding was using for the vanity backsplash wall and a private water closet for privacy. In the interior reconfiguration and remodel portion of the project the area serving as a family room was transformed to an additional bedroom with a private bath, a laundry room and hallway. The old bathroom was divided with a wall and a pocket door into a powder room the leads to a tub room. The biggest change was the kitchen area, as befitting to the 1930’s the dining room, kitchen, utility room and laundry room were all compartmentalized and enclosed. We eliminated all these partitions and walls to create a large open kitchen area that is completely open to the vaulted dining room. This way the natural light the washes the kitchen in the morning and the rays of sun that hit the dining room in the afternoon can be shared by the two areas. The opening to the living room remained only at 8’ to keep a division of space.

Project Maman

GLDESIGN

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Libertyville Custom Farmhouse Kitchen

Great Rooms Building Group

This is an example of a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse-Upstate

Crisp Architects

Natural lighting showcasing hardwood flooring, pendant lighting fixtures, shaker style cabinets, and concrete countertop texture. Photographer: Rob Karosis

Soos Creek Farmhouse

Sheila Mayden Interiors

Farmhouse style kitchen with reclaimed materials and shiplap walls.
This is an example of a mid-sized country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Farm House

Carey's Custom Woodworking, Inc

Farmhouse kitchen with stained and painted custom cabinetry. Beauftiful large island, custom wood range hood, and floating shelves.
Inspiration for an expansive country u-shaped kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Meroney

Jenn Smith Architect

clean and simple kitchen with black cabinets and white walls and countertops
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Grey, Rustic Hickory Kitchen. Haas Signature Collection

Bailey's Cabinets

Cabinet Brand: Haas Signature Collection Wood Species: Rustic Hickory Cabinet Finish: Barnwood Door Style: Mission V Counter top: Viatera Quartz, Double Radius edge, Solar Canyon color

Texas Farmhouse Kitchen

BreMarie Designs LLC

Large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Bay Head Beach Bungalow

Chango

Interior Architecture, Interior Design, Art Curation, and Custom Millwork & Furniture Design by Chango & Co. Construction by Siano Brothers Contracting Photography by Jacob Snavely See the full feature inside Good Housekeeping

White Kitchen with Copper Farmhouse Sink

Quaker Craft Cabinetry

Cabinetry: Wellborn Cabinetry Door Style: Hancock, MDF door Finish: Glacier - White Wood tops Copper sink
Design ideas for a small country u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Frankfort Whole House Remodel

TLC OHIO, LTD

Large contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Columbus with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, black splashback, shiplap splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and black benchtop.

Complete remodel and addition of 1000sq Tudor home in Altadena

Metropolis Drafting and Construction Inc

Remodel in Niceville (3)

Randy Wise Homes Inc

This home in Niceville received a whole home renovation. The exterior was updated with a faux window added to the second story to create continuity, Inside, the ceilings were raised, a wall was removed to open the foyer, the kitchen was moved to take advantage of the waterfront views and fireplaces removed from either end of the living area.

Accessorizing Floating Shelves

My Inside Designer

Well chosen accessories that suit the homeowner's personality give character and interest to the open wood shelves.
This is an example of a country u-shaped kitchen in Denver with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances and white benchtop.

NANTUCKET, MA - Polpis Beach Retreat

DEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & Cabinetry

The kitchen in this Nantucket vacation home with an industrial feel is a dramatic departure from the standard white kitchen. The custom, blackened stainless steel hood with brass strappings is the focal point in this space and provides contrast against white shiplap walls along with the double islands in heirloom, black glazed walnut cabinetry, and floating shelves. The island countertops and slab backsplash are Snowdrift Granite and feature brass caps on the feet. The perimeter cabinetry is painted a soft Revere Pewter, with counters in Absolute Black Leathered Granite. The stone sink was custom-made to match the same material and blend seamlessly. Twin SubZero freezer/refrigerator columns flank a wine column, while modern pendant lighting and brass hardware add a touch of glamour. The coffee bar is stocked with everything one would need for a perfect morning, and is one of the owners’ favorite features.

Soos Creek Farmhouse

Sheila Mayden Interiors

Farmhouse style kitchen with reclaimed materials and shiplap walls.
Mid-sized country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Libertyville Custom Farmhouse Kitchen

Great Rooms Building Group

Modern Farmhouse-Upstate

Crisp Architects

Kitchen with concrete countertops and double hung windows allowing to see the natural landscapes. Photographer: Rob Karosis
Large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, black benchtop and shiplap splashback.

U-shaped Kitchen with Shiplap 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!