With spectacular views of the landscaped garden, this open plan kitchen is comfortable with a modern but country feel. We fitted a large round table to make this space the real hub of the house. We wanted to retain the Cotswolds converted barn features such as the exposed beams and the kitchen island naturally nests within the opening.

Sheridan

M Campbell Creative

For designers their personal home says a lot about them. This is my kitchen. I like using recycled and found elements in unexpected ways. The kitchen island was built from a TV stand, legs from a side table, and hardwood flooring. The rustic sign was made from a piece of plywood that I found in my carport. The fireplace insert is made from plywood, insulation, and some cabinetry samples that I had. The goal is always to have the design reflect the people who occupy the space. My father-in-law's guitars line the wall, my great grand father's ox sits on the shelf, and words that my grandma always said to me as she gave me a hug hang above the door. This is my home.

Armstrong - Luxe

The Floor Store

Beautiful Kitchen & Living Room

Vegas Remodels LLC

Yaxley Pumping Station

BBA (Butcher Bayley Architects)

Photo credit: Matthew Smith ( http://www.msap.co.uk)

Capitano Kitchen & Living Room

Schoeman Construction

Removed non load bearing walls and opened up the kitchen to the living area. Complete new kitchen design with new lighting.

Casanova

Dogwood Home & Design

2 Tone Kitchen

TaylorPro Design and Remodeling, Inc.

Allison Park Kitchen Remodel

New Angle Design

Kitchen Remodel

American Gallery Homes

Flooring, Cabinets, Countertops, Backsplash, Appliances and Paint / Complete Kit

ING Construction

This modern kitchen remodeling project was a delight to have worked on. The client brought us the idea and colors they were looking to incorperate. The finished project is this one of a kind piece of work. With it's burnt orange flooring, blue/gray and white cabinets, it has become a favorite at first sight.

Edina Ranch

Quartersawn Design Build

Farm Kid Studio

Nakan Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | MN

Flooret

Inspired by sandy shorelines on the California coast, this beachy blonde vinyl floor brings just the right amount of variation to each room. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.

Modern Two-Tone Kitchen

Von Tobel

Andy Zeman from @VonTobelSchereville designed this modern kitchen using contrasting Kemper Echo cabinets in Black & Sahara, white quartz counters, a stainless steel undermount sink, & vinyl plank flooring in Light Brown. Gold & black hardware stand out against their respective cabinet colors.

Floral Park Kitchen Remodel

DJ's Home Improvements

Matthew D. Burdi

Gardenvale Apartments

FMSA Architecture

Photographer: Kim Dumayne A contemporary compact cooks kitchen is integrated in each apartment including an island preparation space and storage, integrated sink, drawer dishwasher, integrated rangehood, gas cooktop and oven. Luxe features including matte black tapware, soft close fixes and smoked mirrored splashback add to the spacious feel of the kitchen and adjacent dining space.

Cold Spring Harbor, NY

Artista Kitchen & Bath Design

Eagle Street Kitchen

Sarah Bernardy Design, LLC

View from the living room. LVP flooring that pulls in the various wood tones found within the existing millwork and new cabinetry help to blend and pull the finishes together.

Wellington Parkway Renovation in Bethany Beach DE

Sea Light Design-Build

Center Isle with Large Stainless Steel Sink in Wellington Parkway, Bethany Beach DE Renovation

100 year old West Chester PA home was in need of a serious facelift!

Chester County Kitchen & Bath

This 100 year old West Chester PA home was in need of a serious facelift. We started by taking out a wall, enlarging the openings to the hall and dining room, and moving the entry to the powder room. Now with the new larger space we designed a great new kitchen with an island. The clients chose Fabuwood cabinetry in the Galaxy Horizon door style for its grey tones and clean lines. A new back entry door with sidelights that open and new windows were installed. Mannington Adura luxury vinyl tiles in graphite and steel were installed in the main kitchen area and Mannington Platinum series vinyl sheet goods in Filigree iron was installed in the new powder room. Uptown plain 3x12 tile with coffee bean grout were used to give the kitchen a touch of that old period look of this 100 year old home.

Beige Kitchen with Vinyl 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!