Thank you to Nadja Pentic Design Working on a kitchen renovation with you, Beautiful traditional kitchen

The walnut counter tops are the star in this farmhouse inspired kitchen. This hundred year old house deserved a kitchen that would be true to its history yet modern and beautiful. We went with country inspired features like the banquette, copper pendant, and apron sink. The cabinet hardware and faucet are a soft bronze finish. The cabinets a warm white and walls a lovely natural green. We added plenty of storage with the addition of the bar with cabinets and floating shelves. The banquette features storage along with custom cushions.

Traditional Kitchen with a Rustic Flare

Artisan Kitchens and Baths

The kitchen was a full remodel, along with much of the first floor. The biggest challenge in the designing the space was coordinating all of the materials to work within the kitchen as well as within the rest of the house. The home was renovated to be more of an open concept plan, so the kitchen was open to the dining room and living room. Top three notable/custom/unique features. Three notable features include the brick tile floor, custom wood countertop on the island and professional cooking appliances. The stainless steel farm sink and glass doors on the raised bar top add more detail throughout the space. The project also included a mudroom and pantry area, complete with the same cabinets as shown in the kitchen.

Spanish Contemporary

JRP Design & Remodel

A contemporary kitchen renovation in Westlake Village. The neatly groomed silhouette of white Cambria Torquay countertops glides seamlessly through this Spanish-style kitchen. Jeld Wen picture windows with push-out casements drench the room in natural light. Details such as a classic farmhouse sink and Talavera tiles bring a provincial flair to the contemporary design. Painted white raised-panel DeWils cabinets are finished with wrought steel hardware for a look that is unexpected and pleasing to the eye. Photographer: Tom Clary

Kitchen Lighting

We Got Lites

Tiffany glass style kitchen pendant light. http://www.wegotlites.net/ELK-Lighting-Three-Light-Burnished-Copper-Up-Pendant--642-BC_p_120922.html

Strass Everest Loft

Schmidt Kitchens Epsom

A clever U-shaped kitchen with Everest-coloured units from the Strass range and Black units from the Loft range. An eye-catching Nano Everest compact worktop with a black-and-white design and a Nano Black laminate worktop for the dining area.

Piedmont Kitchen

Drafting Cafe Architects

This alcove provides a designated area for appliances and knickknacks which allows more room to for food prep at kitchen countertops as well as maintaining the desired clean, open look.

Farmhouse Kitchen

Design Me By Mahlah

Our Work

Endless Kitchen and Bath Inc

Cuisine

De fond en comble

Northridge kitchen and 2 bathrooms project

Eden Builders

Mediterranean Kitchen

Midcentury Modern Style House in Santa Cruz, CA

Howland Built

The dark soapstone countertops provide an elegant contrast to the white shaker cabinets.

West End Retreat

Frenchs Cabinet Gallery llc

Built in 1938, this home has some beautiful architectural features. The former kitchen was charming, but it was not functional. Cabinet drawers were not opening properly, there was no hot water at the sink and there was no electric on the island. With the new kitchen design, we added several modern amenities, several of which are concealed behind cabinet doors and drawers. Credits: Designer: Erin Hurst, CKD-French's Cabinet Gallery, LLC Contractor: Benjamin Breeding- Breeding Homes, LLC Countertops: Smokey Mountain Tops Cabinetry: Crestwood Inc. Crown Molding: Stephens Millwork & Lumber Company Tile: Dal Tile-Beth Taylor Appliances: A1 Appliance-Tom Burns Plumbing Fixtures: Kenny & Company-Jessica Smith Paint: Jo Ella McClellan Photographer: Dylan Reyes-Dylan Reyes Photos

Inspiration

Fastighetsmäklare Bergstrand

Johan Ekström

White Perimeter and Cherry Island x Mullion Display

Design Line Kitchens

Kitchen Designer Ralph Katz Design Line Kitchens in Sea Girt New Jersey Photos by Nettie Einhorn

WHITTENBURG ROAD

Custom Design Construction & Interiors Inc.

Bob Blandy, Medallion Services, Dura Supreme Cabinetry

Pepper Laner Renovation and Addition

HSPartners

Kitchen Remodeling

WCSS Construction

Beige Kitchen with Terra-cotta Floors 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!