Berkeley Vale Home

AMA Studio Interiors

Rénovation maison de bord de mer

Home by Marie

Espace cuisine ouvert et salle à manger

Apple Valley Home

Shrock Premier Custom Construction

Shrock Premier Custom Construction works closely with clients to create a space which perfectly suits their desires, needs, and budget. The owners of this charming lake home wanted a retreat for family and friends with outdoor living and relaxation as the focus. Despite its cottage appearance, this Shrock Premier weekend get--a-way will certainly surprise visitors with it's ample size. The lovely open concept kitchen, living area, and breakfast room provide a wonderful flow and comfortable seating for all. The ceiling detail, delightful color palette, and choice of materials give this marvelous home that coveted lake vibe. www.shrockpremier.com

Harrow London - Double Storey Extension

Aflux Designs

Lakeside Family Cottage

Barnes Vanze Architects, Inc.

Photographer: Anice Hoachlander from Hoachlander Davis Photography, LLC Project Architect: Melanie Basini-Giordano, AIA ---- Life in this lakeside retreat revolves around the kitchen, a light and airy room open to the interior and outdoor living spaces and to views of the lake. It is a comfortable room for family meals, a functional space for avid cooks, and a gracious room for casual entertaining. A wall of windows frames the views of the lake and creates a cozy corner for the breakfast table. The working area on the opposite end contains a large sink, generous countertop surface, a dual fuel range and an induction cook top. The paneled refrigerator and walk-in pantry are located in the hallway leading to the mudroom and the garage. Refrigerator drawers in the island provide additional food storage within easy reach. A second sink near the breakfast area serves as a prep sink and wet bar. The low walls behind both sinks allow a visual connection to the stair hall and living room. The island provides a generous serving area and a splash of color in the center of the room. The detailing, inspired by farmhouse kitchens, creates a warm and welcoming room. The careful attention paid to the selection of the finishes, cabinets and light fixtures complements the character of the house.

Isle Of Hope Kitchen Renovation

MultiStone Enterprises, Inc.

When looking for a durable countertop with the look and feel of marble, Quartzite is a great and durable alternative. Here we used White Macaubus Quartzite which lended a beautiful, cool and modern look to this gorgeous coastal inspired renovation.

Riptide

Polhemus Savery DaSilva

Brian Vanden Brink

Ojai Residence2

Electric Bowery

Photo Credit: Tessa Neustadt

Tortuga Beach House

KBG Design

By What Shanni Saw

Cape Cod Premium Alder Beach Style Kitchen with Peninsula

Caves Kitchens

To maximize storage in this small space we retrofitted the drawers to go around the gas line. To have more counter top surface we stole a few inches from the adjacent room which made all the difference for this small kitchen!

Hargest Custom Cabinetry #2

Quality Custom Cabinetry, Inc

Photography by Simone Associates Inc.

Aspley House

Bella Vie Interiors

Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Brisbane with a walk in butlers pantry. Features an integrated sink, flat panel, pale green cabinets with overhead light timber cabinets, open shelves and white engineered stone benchtops. Pale blue kit kat tile splashback and white subway splashback with oak timber flooring.

Berkeley Vale Home

AMA Studio Interiors

Vacation Home in Historic Martha's Vineyard

Dave Knecht Homes, LLC

Karen Knecht Photography

Cape Cod Premium Alder Beach Style Kitchen with Peninsula

Caves Kitchens

We designed the layers of lighting in this kitchen to provide bright task lighting over the counter top, interior lighting to display the homeowner's dishware in the glass cabinets, accent lighting along the toe kick area, and ambient lighting underneath the counter top's over hang on the peninsula.

South Beach Retreat

Patrick Ahearn Architect

Greg Premru

Bold, Eclectic Kitchen

Lisa & Leroy

Lamps in kitchens are so interesting and warm.

Romar Cottages

McCollough Architecture

Fun & Refreshed

Arlene Williams

Beach Style Kitchen with Green 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 Beach Style 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!