Photos by Valerie Wilcox
This is an example of an expansive transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and blue benchtop.

Pantry

KuDa Photography

Designed by Rod Graham and Gilyn McKelligon. Photo by KuDa Photography
Inspiration for a country u-shaped kitchen pantry in Portland with open cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and panelled appliances.

Hanover Rustic Kitchen

Kathleen Doyle Interior Designs LLC

Bill Secord
Inspiration for an expansive arts and crafts eat-in kitchen in Seattle with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, green splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Kitchens

Woodham's Cabinet Shop, Inc.

Traditional kitchen in Other.

Charmean Neithart Interiors, LLC.

Charmean Neithart Interiors

Venice Beach is home to hundreds of runaway teens. The crash pad, right off the boardwalk, aims to provide them with a haven to help them restore their lives. Kitchen and pantry designed by Charmean Neithart Interiors, LLC. Photos by Erika Bierman www.erikabiermanphotography.com

Silver Spurs

Enfort Homes

Farmhouse meets coastal in this timeless kitchen with white oak cabinets, brass hardware, two dishwashers + double faucets, multiple pull out trash cans, custom white oak range hood, paneled wolf appliances, and tons of storage.

Ponzano

HYPA&CIE

Photo of an eclectic galley kitchen in Madrid with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, wood benchtops, green splashback, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and brown benchtop.

ShelfGenie Full Kitchen

ShelfGenie of Central & Coastal VA

Kitchen overview with ShelfGenie solutions on display.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Richmond with an undermount sink, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Classic With a New Angle

Studio Dearborn

This expansive Victorian had tremendous historic charm but hadn’t seen a kitchen renovation since the 1950s. The homeowners wanted to take advantage of their views of the backyard and raised the roof and pushed the kitchen into the back of the house, where expansive windows could allow southern light into the kitchen all day. A warm historic gray/beige was chosen for the cabinetry, which was contrasted with character oak cabinetry on the appliance wall and bar in a modern chevron detail. Kitchen Design: Sarah Robertson, Studio Dearborn Architect: Ned Stoll, Interior finishes Tami Wassong Interiors

HOS

Delphine Maumot

Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse Bellaire Showcase

Stone Acorn Builders

Photo of a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, turquoise cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Monvisto Cabin

The Cabinet Gallery

This is an example of a large country u-shaped kitchen in Other with stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, raised-panel cabinets, blue splashback, grey benchtop, exposed beam and grey cabinets.

An Express Executive’s Exclusive

EDC INTERIORS INC

We opened up this kitchen by removing some upper cabinets that separated the breakfast bar/island from the dining area on one side and from the main living area on the other side. Custom cabinetry throughout added much needed storage and the glittering backsplash sparkles like the full moon on the sea. Upgraded appliances and ample counter space make this kitchen a home chef's dream.

Posthill

Stephanie Brown Inc.

Transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Vancouver with open cabinets, grey cabinets and no island.

South Kensington

Alice B. Davies Interior Design

Design ideas for a transitional kitchen in London with a single-bowl sink, black cabinets, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Applewood Atomic Kitchen

TVL Creative Ltd.

When a client tells us they’re a mid-century collector and long for a kitchen design unlike any other we are only too happy to oblige. This kitchen is saturated in mid-century charm and its custom features make it difficult to pin-point our favorite aspect! Cabinetry We had the pleasure of partnering with one of our favorite Denver cabinet shops to make our walnut dreams come true! We were able to include a multitude of custom features in this kitchen including frosted glass doors in the island, open cubbies, a hidden cutting board, and great interior cabinet storage. But what really catapults these kitchen cabinets to the next level is the eye-popping angled wall cabinets with sliding doors, a true throwback to the magic of the mid-century kitchen. Streamline brushed brass cabinetry pulls provided the perfect lux accent against the handsome walnut finish of the slab cabinetry doors. Tile Amidst all the warm clean lines of this mid-century kitchen we wanted to add a splash of color and pattern, and a funky backsplash tile did the trick! We utilized a handmade yellow picket tile with a high variation to give us a bit of depth; and incorporated randomly placed white accent tiles for added interest and to compliment the white sliding doors of the angled cabinets, helping to bring all the materials together. Counter We utilized a quartz along the counter tops that merged lighter tones with the warm tones of the cabinetry. The custom integrated drain board (in a starburst pattern of course) means they won’t have to clutter their island with a large drying rack. As an added bonus, the cooktop is recessed into the counter, to create an installation flush with the counter surface. Stair Rail Not wanting to miss an opportunity to add a touch of geometric fun to this home, we designed a custom steel handrail. The zig-zag design plays well with the angles of the picket tiles and the black finish ties in beautifully with the black metal accents in the kitchen. Lighting We removed the original florescent light box from this kitchen and replaced it with clean recessed lights with accents of recessed undercabinet lighting and a terrifically vintage fixture over the island that pulls together the black and brushed brass metal finishes throughout the space. This kitchen has transformed into a strikingly unique space creating the perfect home for our client’s mid-century treasures.

Cube bois et or

Wagner interior design

Cube en chêne carbone pour intégration des réfrigérateurs, fours, lave vaisselle en hauteur et rangement salon/ dressing entrée. Ilot en céramique métal. Linéaire en métal laqué.

Portland Craftsman Kitchen & Bathroom Remodel

COOPER Design Build

This vibrant, Craftsman-style kitchen features an island with a built-in microwave, Quartz countertops, and a custom subway tile backsplash.
Inspiration for a large arts and crafts separate kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, quartz benchtops, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey benchtop, white splashback and light hardwood floors.

Sunny Yellow Kitchen

Fireclay Tile

DESIGN: Hatch Works Austin // PHOTOS: Robert Gomez Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Harvard 5 Kitchen

Homestead Kitchens

Design ideas for a country l-shaped kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, granite benchtops, marble splashback, panelled appliances, with island, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Yellow, Purple Kitchen 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!