Corey Gaffer
Large transitional separate kitchen in Minneapolis with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, with island, a farmhouse sink, marble benchtops and stainless steel appliances.

Harvard 5 Kitchen

Homestead Kitchens

Inspiration for a kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, granite benchtops, marble splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Maple Kitchen

Shay Cabinetry, Inc.

Mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, slate floors, with island, orange floor and black benchtop.

Berkeley Traditional Kitchen

Lorin Hill, Architect

Berkeley Traditional Kitchen
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Rans Lafayette

Christian Construction

Inspiration for a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Brorson Cottage

User

Mark Lohmann
This is an example of a mid-sized country galley kitchen in Milwaukee with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

Window Seat with Cabinet Storage

KraftMaster Renovations

A bare wall can be the perfect place for the much needed extra storage. The espresso colored cabinets frame the large window perfectly and also provide a lovely window seat. Photography by Bob Gockeler

Hendricks Churchill New Farmhouse

Amanda Kirkpatrick Photography

Inspiration for a mid-sized country kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

walker zanger

Select Surfaces Vail

Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts u-shaped kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Old Towne Orange Kitchen Remodel

Le Gourmet Kitchen Ltd.

Jonathan Salmon, the designer, raised the wall between the laundry room and kitchen, creating an open floor plan with ample space on three walls for cabinets and appliances. He widened the entry to the dining room to improve sightlines and flow. Rebuilding a glass block exterior wall made way for rep production Windows and a focal point cooking station A custom-built island provides storage, breakfast bar seating, and surface for food prep and buffet service. The fittings finishes and fixtures are in tune with the homes 1907. architecture, including soapstone counter tops and custom painted schoolhouse lighting. It's the yellow painted shaker style cabinets that steal the show, offering a colorful take on the vintage inspired design and a welcoming setting for everyday get to gathers.. Pradhan Studios Photography

Anne & Jung's Airy Kitchen

Arciform

The kitchen was transformed from an awkward L shape to an open space that maximizes functionality. A band of inset mosaic tile adds personality to a subway tile backsplash while an integrated fridge keeps the space feeling clean and neat. Design by Kristyn Bester. Photo by Photo Art Portraits.

Portfolio

Simon And Toney

Photo of a mid-sized transitional kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances and light hardwood floors.

Irvington Kitchen

Howells Architecture + Design

This kitchen and breakfast room was inspired by the owners' Scandinavian heritage, as well as by a café they love in Europe. Bookshelves in the kitchen and breakfast room make for easy lingering over a snack and a book. The Heath Ceramics tile backsplash also subtly celebrates the author owner and her love of literature: the tile pattern echoes the spines of books on a bookshelf...All photos by Laurie Black.

Rhode Island Kitchen Renovation: Where Charm & Modern Meet

Hebert Design Build

The pine flooring was originally stained a dark color. We sanded the floor and refinished with a light finish of thinned down floor enamel and three coats of water based polyurethane. The new cabinets from Brookhaven include open shelving, a popular trend right now. The butcher-block countertop captures the rustic feel of yesteryear, while some of the other hardware and appliances add just the right touch of sleekness, like the stainless steel farmhouse sink and dishwasher. Photo credit: Daniel Gagnon Photography

Kitchenette

Mayflower Construction Group

This large home had a lot of empty space in the basement and the owners wanted a small-sized kitchen built into their spare room for added convenience and luxury. This brand new kitchenette provides everything a regular kitchen has - backsplash, stove, dishwasher, you name it. The full height counter matching backsplash creates a beautiful and seamless appeal that adds texture and in general brings the kitchen together. The light beige cabinets complement the color of the counter and backsplash and mix brilliantly. As for the apron sink and industrial faucet, they add efficiency and aesthetic to the design.

Stevenson

TAS Construction

Photos by Whit Preston Architect: Cindy Black, Hello Kitchen
Contemporary separate kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, wood benchtops, flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, white splashback and subway tile splashback.

Northern NH Home

Williams Metcalf Interiors

This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped kitchen in Other with with island, raised-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors and a farmhouse sink.

Barnwood kitchen

DMC Home Improvement

Range hood has a curved shape and is wrapped with barn wood around the base.
This is an example of a mid-sized country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, distressed cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and recessed-panel cabinets.

Hamptons

Donna Benedetto Designs LLC.

Photo of a beach style l-shaped kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Orchard Park Reserves House

HI-FIDELITY

Photo of a large mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, a farmhouse sink, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, travertine floors, brown floor and multiple islands.

Yellow Kitchen with a Farmhouse Sink 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!