Stephanie Morales Casariego

This 1950's kitchen need upgrading, but when (2) sisters Elaine and Janet moved in, it required accessible renovation to meet their needs. Photo by Content Craftsmen

Mid-Century Modern Ranch Kitchen Remodel

Mosby Building Arts

The kitchen of this late-1950s ranch home was separated from the dining and living areas by two walls. To gain more storage and create a sense of openness, two banks of custom cabinetry replace the walls. The installation of multiple skylights floods the space with light. The remodel respects the mid-20th century lines of the home while giving it a 21st century freshness. Photo by Mosby Building Arts.

Rustic (New Build) Cabin in the Woods

Lampert Lumber - Rice Lake

A rustic retreat with every amenity was exactly that for this new build. Featuring Rustic Hickory cabinets and laminate countertops with a quartz undermount sink.

Tiny Traditional stove view

Domistyle Design

This small kitchen was isolated from the dining room and the view, and the cramped quarters were hindering the cook! Now the kitchen has a view, and functions beautifully.

Ellicott City kitchen remodel

Interior Transformations

Kenneth M. Wyner Photography, Inc.

Ganz in weiß...

Christian Nopper e.K.

Keine Griffe, keine Farbe, nur Form und Struktur, edler Lack in Seidenmatt mit samtiger Corian-Arbeitsplatte. Das Alles auf einem bestehenden Fußboden in sonnenstrahlengelb.

Mid Century Modern Kitchen BH

Pamela Leone Design, Inc.

Complete Renovation of an authentic Mid Century Modern kitchen, retaining its original charm but modernizing and opening the space

Black & White Modern, Wood-Mode

San Luis Kitchen Co.

A contemporary kitchen featuring high-gloss white laminate cabinetry with black granite counters. Note the light bridges at the ceiling and the overall clean lines of the space. A black clad toe kick emphasizes the transition between the floor and the cabinetry -- keeping the crisp white of the floor from blending boringly into the cabinets & creating unique visual planes. Wood-Mode Fine Custom Cabinetry

Mid-Century Modern Ranch Kitchen Remodel

Mosby Building Arts

A St. Louis mid-century ranch house kitchen now opens to the dining room. The L-shaped kitchen has honey-stained flatfront maple cabinets surrounding white and stainless steel appliances and vinyl flooring. White granite countertops and white flooring help reflect the extra natural light from the new skylights.

Donna & Bill's Classic Compact Kitchen

Arciform

A wide undermount sink with a tall faucet makes it easy to fill large pots and wash casserole dishes. The milk glass knobs on the mudroom door inspired the porcelain cabinet knobs. Photos by Photo Art Portraits, Design by Chelly Wentworth

Dulwich Hill House

Studio 74 architects

Douglas Frost

Rustic, country kitchen

N-Design

Family friendly kitchen on the Hudson

Summit Street Design

1905 Craftsman Historic Renovation

MRF Construction, Inc.

In keeping with the historic nature of the home, white painted custom cabinets with shaker style doors (that echo the paneling in the rest of the house) replaced dated cabinets in the kitchen. An island with seating for five people allows guests to sit and chat with the cook, and the kids to be more involved during busy breakfasts. A custom buffet cabinet was designed to echo traditional free standing cabinets and houses the coffee maker, toaster and breakfast items, which are neatly tucked away behind doors when not in use. We strived to preserve the unique features of this home, with new items such as period style light fixtures, and trim details that match the rest of the home. The space is complete with historically accurate finishes like marble countertops.

Vento

B Pila Design Studio

Big Boulder Camp

Winkelman Architecture

Brian Vanden Brink

Bungalow Kitchen - Powrie

Craftsman Design and Renovation

By shifting the location of the office door, we were able to recoup much need space for the kitchen and extend the sink counter to stretch the entire length of the wall. White inset cabinets along with white appliances reflect light and create a cheery atmosphere. Smooth green wall paint and red granite add personality and excitement. Photo: Eckert & Eckert Photography

Scandi Modern

Sheffield Sustainable Kitchens

Dug Wilders

Küchen

Rotterdam Möbelhandel GmbH

Hochglanz Weiß Grifflos

Brown Kitchen with Linoleum 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!