Joel Kelly Design

Camp Nyack

Studio IQL

Large kitchen design in a cabin preservation project. Sam Oberter Photography

Woodinville Kitchen with Charisma

Nip Tuck Remodeling

Widened the doorway to the dining room, reconfigured the layout with all new cabinetry. Integrated column refrigeration. Custom walnut top.

Kitchen and Dining Interior Design and Remodel

DARCO Design Construction

Beaded Shaker in Hartforth Blue

Interiors 4 Living

At the end of last year, we designed and installed this stunning beaded shaker kitchen for a couple in Morley, Leeds. Our lovely clients chose this beautiful Hartforth Blue shade that compliments the European Walnut wooden worktops perfectly, adding warmth to the whole kitchen. The antique bronze handles and tap match seamlessly, helping to create an old-fashioned rustic look. Designed by Tom.

Cabinet of Curiosities House

Perversi-Brooks Architects

Spacious Southern Home

Cindy Aplanalp & Chairma Design Group

Kitchen, counter, bar seating with custom fabric - upholstered seating, lantern lighting, custom range hood, butlers pantry with coffee & tea bar, white wainscoting.

Extension et rénovation intérieure

Bati Mailan France

Alterman

The Cousins

This small space demanded attention to detail and smart solutions, starting with the table and chairs. Too tiny for a standard kitchen table, we added a table that folds down against the wall with foldable chairs that can be hung on the wall when not in use. Typically neglected space between the refrigerator and the wall was turned into spice cabinets, ceiling height uppers maximize storage, and a mirrored backsplash creates the illusion of more space. But small spaces don't have to be vacant of character, as proven by the distressed aqua cabinetry and mismatched knobs.

Kitchen with the view

Haute Designs

St. Matthews

JH Designs, LLC.

Photos by J.L. Jordan Photography

ATX Custom Contemporary-Wire Brushed Rome White Oak

HardwoodBargains

Fire Island Colorful Eclectic Kitchen

HT Home Design

The wall was removed to open the kitchen into the main living area.

Oregon Guest Cottage

Anthology Woods

Painted White Reclaimed Wood wall paneling clads this guest space. In the kitchen, a reclaimed wood feature wall and floating reclaimed wood shelves were re-milled from wood pulled and re-used from the original structure. The open joists on the painted white ceiling give a feeling of extra head space and the natural wood textures provide warmth.

MOGODISHU

Wood Works Brighton

We adore this kitchen for many reasons. It is a spin on the traditional shaker, by making the styles and rails much slimmer it gives it a very modern / contemporary look and feel. We also mixed in the rustic oak panels to add some warmth. The wall cabinets with the glass doors looking right through onto the beautiful tiles. The banquet seating which has bespoke upholstery works fantastically well for the whole family. The walk in pantry helps to keep the main kitchen clutter free. The room is completed by a tunnel book case matched in the same oak.

Projet Meulière

Paradizio

McDowell Mountain Ranch Remodel

Crosspoint Contracting LLC

HVAC company broke fire sprinkler lines in this beautiful McDowell Mountain ranch home and flooded most of the inside. We went in and completed a demo of all the damaged hardwood floors, cabinets, drywall, base boards, and crown moulding. We replaced the old with new in most areas, added some doors to the living room fireplace cabinetry, removed some built ins, and upgraded the multi types of wood floors for Reward Flooring hardwood floors.

Georgian Townhouse

Robertson Lindsay Interiors

A light airy Georgian room was converted into a kitchen for our client. The base units were painted a dark blue with a light cream used for the wall and wall units. The dining chairs, table and bar stools were all bespoke.

Whitcomb Place

McNeill Baker Design Associates

Off the Office, Foyer, and Kitchen is a multi-purpose Workroom. Everything happens here as it functions as a Mudroom, Laundry Room, Pantry, Craft Area and provides tons of extra storage. The cabinets were install with additional trim around them to make the overlay cabinet feel like inset. The room boast a farmhouse sink, laundry area, drying rack, along with an additional refrigerators and oversize pantry.

Dharmapuri Residence by Locus Architects

Archana Vikram Photography

Archana Vikram

Brown Kitchen with Blue Cabinets 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!