In our world of kitchen design, it’s lovely to see all the varieties of styles come to life. From traditional to modern, and everything in between, we love to design a broad spectrum. Here, we present a two-tone modern kitchen that has used materials in a fresh and eye-catching way. With a mix of finishes, it blends perfectly together to create a space that flows and is the pulsating heart of the home. With the main cooking island and gorgeous prep wall, the cook has plenty of space to work. The second island is perfect for seating – the three materials interacting seamlessly, we have the main white material covering the cabinets, a short grey table for the kids, and a taller walnut top for adults to sit and stand while sipping some wine! I mean, who wouldn’t want to spend time in this kitchen?! Cabinetry With a tuxedo trend look, we used Cabico Elmwood New Haven door style, walnut vertical grain in a natural matte finish. The white cabinets over the sink are the Ventura MDF door in a White Diamond Gloss finish. Countertops The white counters on the perimeter and on both islands are from Caesarstone in a Frosty Carrina finish, and the added bar on the second countertop is a custom walnut top (made by the homeowner!) with a shorter seated table made from Caesarstone’s Raw Concrete. Backsplash The stone is from Marble Systems from the Mod Glam Collection, Blocks – Glacier honed, in Snow White polished finish, and added Brass. Fixtures A Blanco Precis Silgranit Cascade Super Single Bowl Kitchen Sink in White works perfect with the counters. A Waterstone transitional pulldown faucet in New Bronze is complemented by matching water dispenser, soap dispenser, and air switch. The cabinet hardware is from Emtek – their Trinity pulls in brass. Appliances The cooktop, oven, steam oven and dishwasher are all from Miele. The dishwashers are paneled with cabinetry material (left/right of the sink) and integrate seamlessly Refrigerator and Freezer columns are from SubZero and we kept the stainless look to break up the walnut some. The microwave is a counter sitting Panasonic with a custom wood trim (made by Cabico) and the vent hood is from Zephyr.

North Oaks Mid-Century Modern

Megan Dent, AKBD

Scott Amundson

Kitchen Addition, Remodel - Shadyside, Pittsburgh, PA

Bsquared Construction

Every aspect of this kitchen renovation was thoughtfully considered to create a space for family and friends enjoy. The renovation included a 4' addition to allow space for an island which the original kitchen did not have. Marvin Ultimate casement windows and fully tiled walls give the room a finished look. Further amenities include 72" Lacanche range and custom hood by Mitchel and Mitchel, polished brass pot filler, two large sinks, and two dishwashers. Fully integrated Appliances by Thermador. Crystal Cabinets provided the beaded inset in a custom white finish. White marble island top and countertops. Newly installed white oak hardwood floors were stained to match the home's existing floors. Photo by Bsquared Construction/Carl Broussard

Walnut Kitchen with Shaker Doors

Taylor Made Cabinets, Leominster MA

Black Walnut Kitchen Cabinets Full Overlay Shaker Doors Flat Slab Drawers Tall Ceilings, Full height cabinets with double doors, Wide XL Rectangular Sinks, Wolf 48" Cooktop with Two Door Cabinet Below Pantry Built-in on side of Refrigerator Cabinet Enclosed 48" Subzero Refrigerator Island is Two-Sided with storage on back. Hidden Panel Door Look on back of Island Hidden Wine Bottle Storage in cabinet right of Wall Oven in base cabinet with 2 drawers above. Custom Hand Crafted Stainless Steel Hood by Amore' Custom Hand Crafted Kitchen Cabinetry by (us). Custom Built-in Cabinets by the Fireplace also Black Walnut. Angela Taylor, Taylor Made Cabinets LLC, Leominster MA

Bright and Clean Mid Century Modern

SOLLiD Cabinetry

Shane Baker

Big Bear Den

Veritas Fine Homes Inc

K　KORT　HOUSE

TENアーキテクツ一級建築士事務所　

Little Black House

Elizabeth Herrmann architecture + design

LAGO WELCOME ASOLO

Lago Design

Arroccata in uno dei borghi più belli d’Italia, un’ex Canonica del ‘300 diventa una meravigliosa casa vacanze di design sospesa nel tempo. L’edificio conserva all’interno le tracce delle sue finiture originali, fondendo l’estetica propria dei piccoli borghi medievali a un interior che abbraccia soluzioni contemporanee sartoriali Il progetto è stato una straordinaria occasione di recupero di un’architettura minore, volto a valorizzare gli elementi costitutivi originari. Le esigenze della committenza erano quelle di ricavare un ambiente in grado di unire sapore e dettagli ricchi di storia con materiali e soluzioni contemporanee, il tutto in uno spazio funzionale capace di accogliere fino a sei ospiti.

Function & Style: Modern Kitchen Redesign

おしゃれなキッチン

Brian Mihealsick

Midcentury Modern Home Addition

Normandy Remodeling

This bar-area within the kitchen was skillfully designed with custom cubbies for displaying bar ware. A beverage fridge also provides guests with easy access to drinks.

Malnati Addition

Design 5 Seventy-One

Large kitchen that features 2 islands, thick Caeserstone quartz counter tops on both islands, beautiful crackle ceramic backsplash tile. Polished nickel hardware. Halmark Monterey Collection, Baccara Maple in combined widths of 4", 6" & 8", Caeserstone 5131 Calacatta Nuvo (2cm built-up to look like 6cm on both islands & 3cm on perimeter counters). Perimeter cabinets = Kitchencraft Lexington Maple Alabaster Island cabinets = Kitchencraft Lexington Maple Thunder. Crackle ceramic backsplash tile = MSI Tile Higland Park 4x12 Dove Gray. Hunter Douglas Silouette window shades. Window panels in Family Room = Softline Maxwell. Rowe Furniture Eero chairs in a yellow geometric fabric. Wall color = Benjamin Moore 1465 Nimbus,eggshell finish Trim color = Benjamin Moore 967 Cloud White, semi-gloss finish

Gulfront Home - Kiva Dunes, Alabama

CDC Woodworking

Greg Riegler

Maplewood St.

Connor Contracting

Davis Design Group, Taube Photography

Axis Town Homes

TaC studios, architects

Brown Kitchen with a Single-bowl Sink 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!