Maple Brighton Cabinets with Lighthouse finish and Fairfield door style and granite counters. Dan Krotz, Cabinet Discounters, Inc.

Beach House on Stilts

Luigi Rosselli Architects

Light filled and open, the dining area is accented by Kyris, a paper feature light by Paris Au Mois D'Aout. © Justin Alexander

The Garden House

Adornas Kitchens & Interiors

This stunning Coastal Inspired Kitchen is located in a Garden House at the rear of a large victorian in Newcastle County Down. The homeowners built the property for when their children return home from the Mainland Uk during the holidays, and other visiting friends and family. The stunning two story lodge has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a lounge with wood burning stove, a utility room, and dining area off this kitchen. Only the best materials and finishes were used in the kitchen including Quartz, Painted Wood, American Oak and Nickel. The custom palette has a subtle but rich coastal look, in smooth painted Cadet Blue & Porcelain. The compact kitchen still manages to house a fridge freezer, larder, pullout bins, dishwasher and other pullout storage systems. There's even a compact mobile island that will double as a drinks trolley for sunny summer barbeques. Visually the space looks larger with clever tricks such as a white induction hob, integrated cooker hood, undermount quartz sink, bench seating and even a 4in1 boiling water tap, alleviating the need for a kettle, or water filter jug. The overall space is both timeless and elegant.

Katama Bay

Martha's Vineyard Interior Design

Eric Roth Photography

San Rafael Great Room Addition/Remodel

Essential Habitat Architecture

Sympathetic addition to 1940s bungalow. Kitchen was remodeled and opened to existing dining/living room and new vaulted great room addition (rear exterior wall was located where the flat ceiling ends, where lamps are now hanging.) Built-in bookcase for cookbook collection, bar with keg & wine refrigerator in great room. Photos - S. Wirt

North Causeway

Anne Rue Interiors

Katie Georgelos

By the Sea

Sally Scott Interior Designer

Karissa VanTassel Photography

The Coastal Cottage Project

Coastal Cabinet Works

Ally Young

Charleston Beach House

Segerson Builders

Custom kitchen with reclaimed wood beams, wolf appliances, engineered quartz counter tops, blue accent island, butcher block top and center cut white oak flooring.

Beach Style Kitchen

Complete Remodel - Santa Ana, CA

OC Builders Group

This stunning renovation of the kitchen, bathroom, and laundry room remodel that exudes warmth, style, and individuality. The kitchen boasts a rich tapestry of warm colors, infusing the space with a cozy and inviting ambiance. Meanwhile, the bathroom showcases exquisite terrazzo tiles, offering a mosaic of texture and elegance, creating a spa-like retreat. As you step into the laundry room, be greeted by captivating olive green cabinets, harmonizing functionality with a chic, earthy allure. Each space in this remodel reflects a unique story, blending warm hues, terrazzo intricacies, and the charm of olive green, redefining the essence of contemporary living in a personalized and inviting setting.

Sullivan's Island Remodel

St. Pierre Construction

Open concept kitchen featuring light white oak flooring, dark custom cabinetry, panel ready column appliances, white marble full height backsplash, decorative lighting and black granite countertops.

Watercolor Beach House

GCD Interiors

Crestwood Drive

Long and Long Design

Photos by Jean Allsopp

Gaetano Hardwood Floors, Inc.

252 Winston Lane

Emerald Coast Real Estate Photography

America's Cup Kitchen

Flagg Coastal Homes

Photo by Ed Gohlich

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

Pu'uwai Design & Construction

The white modern farmhouse kitchen's white shaker cabinets, gray granite counter tops, and white porcelain farmhouse sink speak to the home's mix of contemporary classics. A stained wood sofit creates a distinction between the kitchen and the family room. A wolf range sits next to the kitchen bar where glass pendants hang above the raised counter.

Beach Style Kitchen with Stone Slab 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 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!