The ultimate coastal beach home situated on the shoreintracoastal waterway. The kitchen features white inset upper cabinetry balanced with rustic hickory base cabinets with a driftwood feel. The driftwood v-groove ceiling is framed in white beams. he 2 islands offer a great work space as well as an island for socializng.

La Pedrera Net Zero Residence

Bellingham Bay Builders

Architect: Domain Design Architects Photography: Joe Belcovson Photography

Encinitas Ocean Home

Ginger Rabe Designs, LLC

Custom Kitchen. Custom made cabinets painted in white and the island in a Tiffany blue. Decorative hardware. Glass matte tile in a live edge pattern. Custom decorative glass. Leather barstools. New lighting. This kitchen was a full overhaul to make it light and bright.

Traditional blue tile backsplash

INSPIRED KITCHEN DESIGN

A traditional blue tile backsplash from Glazzio Tiles, tones down the modern look to fit in with the Cape Cod style home, designed by architect Debora Cedeno form Architecture + Indigo.

A Pelican Bay Condo

Palm Brothers Remodeling

Mick Luvin Photography

Spring Lake Main Level Renovations

DES Home Renovations

Jose Alfano

Daufuskie Island Remodel

StoneWorks, Inc.

Like the island, this peninsula is two-tiered, with a raised edge for eating and pulling up bar stools. There is lots of room in this kitchen for family and friends to join around. Beautiful granite countertops in Arctic Cream with a nice eased edge. Clean lines in this remodeled kitchen, with plenty of light from the windows and the skylight, make the space bright and cheery.

Open Kitchen - Modern Glam Apartment Renovation

Paula McDonald Design Build & Interiors

Great lighting ties this glamorous modern open kitchen renovation together starring an eat-in kitchen island that seats three, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floor tile, quartz countertops, a glass tile mosaic backsplash, and our custom Shaker style island and cabinets in a white satin finish. In order to light the island elegantly, we created a soffit to run pendants below the beam.

White laundry room by Colombara's Cabinet and Millwork

Matt Thurston

Modern North Boulder Home

Bronwyn Fargo Home Design and Consulting LLC

Kitchen Designed for Entertaining in White House

Guthrie Kitchen and Bath Plus LLC

This transitional kitchen design has everything you need to create a comfortable, functional, and stylish space perfect for everything from casual family dinners to special occasions. The kitchen work space opens onto a dining area with a large table as well as a family room. The great room style kitchen includes Holiday Kitchens white perimeter cabinets, a custom wood hood, and island cabinetry in a contrasting finish. The kitchen cabinets are complimented by Richelieu hardware and a Prestige Quartz white countertop. The Marazzi backsplash is a stunning focal point in gray glass tile that injects personality into the design with color and texture. A Kohler white farmhouse sink with a Delta faucet sits in the island across from a seating area with barstools. The large island also incorporates extra storage and workspace, plus angled powerstrips and a built-in undercounter GE microwave. Capital Lighting fixtures offer targeted light in key areas and enhance the room's style with pendants over the island and chandeliers over the dining table. Warm wood flooring in a dark wood finish from Palmetto Road is perfect for this bright, open space and enhances the comfortable atmosphere of the room.

Window Over the Buffet Flanked by Full Height, Glass Front, Cabinets

MAK Design + Build Inc.

Justin Lopez Photography

Palm Beach Oceanside Sophistication

Annie Santulli Designs

This oceanside contemporary condominium is a sophisticated space that evokes relaxation. Using the bright blue and easy feel of the ocean as both an inspiration and a backdrop, soft rich fabrics in beach tones were used to maintain the peacefulness of the coastal surroundings. With soft hues of blue and simple lush design elements, this living space is a wonderful blend of coastal calmness and contemporary style. Textured wall papers were used to enrich bathrooms with no ocean view to create continuity of the stunning natural setting of the Palm Beach oceanfront. Robert Brantley Photography

Sleek Professional Kitchen with a Modern Flare

Artisan Kitchens and Baths

This recent remodel was a full gut down to the stubs and sub floors. The biggest challenge in the space was creating a single room from 2 separate areas. The original galley kitchen and a 1980’s add-on breakfast room. The breakfast room was cold and had old mechanicals emphasizing the need for a continuous space. The existing kitchen area was small, cramped and did not fit the lifestyle of the homeowners. The homeowners wanted a hidden pantry for large and seasonal items as well as for food storage. I planned for a portion of the garage to be transformed to a full size, walk-in, hidden pantry that catered to the needs of the family. Three of the most important design features include the hidden pantry, “other room” storage such as the mudroom seat and window bench, as well as the eat-in counter. Other notable design elements include glass cabinets, under-cabinet lighting, a message center and built-in under the counter appliances. The coffee system is plumbed allowing for immediate hot coffee and specialty drinks at the touch of a button. Dimensions: 27’X12’ Cabinetry: KEMPER Flooring: MAPLE HARDWOOD with Radiant floor heat. Countertops/Vanity Tops: Quartzite/MARBLE (Donna Sandra) Sinks: BLANCO Faucets: DELTA with Touch2o-technology. Dishwasher: MIELE Cooktop/Range: WOLF Lighting: FEISS Refrigerator: SUB-ZERO Oven: WOLF Plumbing Supplies: DELTA POT FILLER Hardware: ATLAS

Modern Residence Near The Commons Of Lake Houston

Ideo Architects

Roseland Residence

LMK INTERIOR DESIGN

Kitchen featuring Poliform white lacquer cabinets with granite counter top. Photography by Mathew Millman

Venice Beach House

Court Designs

John Ellis

Duluth Kitchen Remodel

Haggard Home Cabinetry & Design

Beige Kitchen with Glass Tile 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 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!