Traditional l-shaped kitchen in Denver with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Transitional Kitchen Remodel, Waxhaw, NC

Leslie Williams Interior Design

This kitchen received a major "face lift" by painting the existing dark cabinets this light gray and adding some new additions as well. The built in desk area became a beverage center with sub-zero refrigerator built in and glass upper cabinets added. The double ovens were replaced with a steam and convection oven and the slide in range and upper cabinets were replaced with a stainless hood and pull out bottom drawers. Pull out trash cabinet and pan cabinet were added as well as a custom built television frame to mount the tv above the refrigerator and also hide away items not used as often, Calcutta gold quartz replaced the old black granite and subway tile replaced the slate back splash. Glass pendants were added over the peninsula and the counter-top was all lowered to counter level. A new paneled curved bar back was added to the peninsula.

Complete Penthouse Renovation

G. Terbrock Luxury Homes

Photo of a large traditional eat-in kitchen in St Louis with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, panelled appliances and grey benchtop.

Liseter Weatherstone

Mary Cook

Taylor Photography
This is an example of a traditional l-shaped kitchen in Philadelphia with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Charming French Country Renovation

By Design Interiors, Inc.

The kitchen is so light and refreshing. Designed with natural tones, custom Wood-Mode Cabinets, and a handcrafted range hood. The calming beiges and cream tones of the backsplash and primary cabinetry pair with the stunning blue/green granite countertop of the entertainment island for bold statement.

Colonial Road

Thyme & Place Design LLC

This small kitchen packs a powerful punch. By replacing an oversized sliding glass door with a 24" cantilever which created additional floor space. We tucked a large Reid Shaw farm sink with a wall mounted faucet into this recess. A 7' peninsula was added for storage, work counter and informal dining. A large oversized window floods the kitchen with light. The color of the Eucalyptus painted and glazed cabinets is reflected in both the Najerine stone counter tops and the glass mosaic backsplash tile from Oceanside Glass Tile, "Devotion" series. All dishware is stored in drawers and the large to the counter cabinet houses glassware, mugs and serving platters. Tray storage is located above the refrigerator. Bottles and large spices are located to the left of the range in a pull out cabinet. Pots and pans are located in large drawers to the left of the dishwasher. Pantry storage was created in a large closet to the left of the peninsula for oversized items as well as the microwave. Additional pantry storage for food is located to the right of the refrigerator in an alcove. Cooking ventilation is provided by a pull out hood so as not to distract from the lines of the kitchen.

All Matte Black Prairie Style, Bend OR

Curtis Homes

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Preston Hollow | Woodland | Kitchen (Revive)

Kitchen Design Concepts

We originally remodeled this 1939 Preston Hollow home in 2004, but after 15 years it needed a bit of an aesthetic update for our homeowners. Enter our Revive process. We take a kitchen (or bathroom) where the overall layout is already functional, but it still seems to be looking dated. We bring it back to life with new colors and some materials to really amp up the look. The homeowners wanted a "lighter and brighter" space which we achieved by painting the perimeter cabinets a crisp grey/white color and having 2cm Bianco Carrara Honed Marble counter installed on the perimeter as well as a majority of the splash. We did remove one open shelf cabinet and installed floating shelves in its place to create a fun accent wall. There we installed Handmade 8×8 Cement Tiles in Laurent Gray from Renaissance Tile.

RV Kitchen Makeover

Joyfully Growing Blog, LLC

Inspiration for a small country galley kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, no island and grey floor.

Tampa Home 10

Bay Harbour Homes, LLC

Design ideas for a large beach style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Wynkoop – French Country Redesign of Contemporary Home

The Art of Building

This is an example of a large traditional kitchen in New York with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, beige floor, grey benchtop, granite benchtops and metal splashback.

Farmhouse Kitchen

The Kitchen

This custom kitchen is a combination of many textures and finishes that can be classified as a farmhouse style or a classic style. Regardless it has great appeal for any taste! The perimeter cabinets are painted a soft grey with a darker grey glaze, featuring glass wall cabinet doors with cathedral mullions. The range hood is stained knotty alder. The island has a rustic grey textured application on each end with the main section an heirloom finish. The countertop is Fantasy Brown marble with a leathered finish.

Decked-Out Lake House Kitchen

Precision Homecrafters, LLC

Photo: Stacy Allen with Mountainside Photography. Custom Cabinets: Lovewood Studio (Dave Hayes) Every drawer and cabinet in this beautiful and functional kitchen are CUSTOM with all the bells and whistles. Dinner ware organization, under-sink pull-out drawer, built-in spice rack pull out, lazy susan in pantry cabinet, pop-up mixer pull-outs, trash can pull-out over trash pull-out, utensils pull-out drawer, Keurig pull out, tray dividers in oven cabinet, 2-tier utensils pull-out over dinnerware drawer, wine rack pull-out with refrigeration, ice-maker cabinet, refrigerator over-lay panels. Countertops & Backsplash: Quartz, 3cm Cambria in "Ella" Cabinets: Base Color: Shermin Williams "Heron plum"(sw6070); brush glazed with a custom zinc colored glaze. Farm Sink & Fixtures: Kohler Pendant Lighting over Island: Model 088846 Precision Homecrafters was named Remodeler of the Year by the Alabama Home Builders Association. Since 2006, we've been recognized with over 51 Alabama remodeling awards for excellence in remodeling. Our customers find that our highly awarded team makes it easy for you to get the finished home you want and that we save them money compared to contractors with less experience.

Poway Remodel

Lars Remodeling & Design

Details, details, details! This traditional kitchen remodel is full of them! Though soft and neutral, the use of dark cabinetry in unexpected places lends warmth and depth to the space. Our eyes are drawn to the custom hood and rich island cabinetry. The corners of these cabinets have a beautifully carved post detailing. The pendant lights add the perfect touch of glam, creating a sparkle when lit that highlights the hint of color in the mosaic design of the backsplash. What do you think of this design?

Detailed Carpentry

Stephen A. Rudnicki Designer LLC

This is an example of a traditional kitchen in Minneapolis with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island and beige floor.

Vintage Farmhouse Kitchen

Laura Design Company

Photo Credit: Red Sweater Photography
Inspiration for a small country galley eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Fan duplex

Piperbear Designs

This is an example of a small contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Wilmington with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, a double-bowl sink, white appliances and ceramic floors.

Transitional Kitchen Remodel, Waxhaw, NC

Leslie Williams Interior Design

New Traditional in Tustin Ranch, CA

Sanctuary Design, Inc.

Photo of a transitional kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Grabill Cabinets

User

Grabill Kitchen Cabinets
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

White Kitchen with Raised-panel 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 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!