CLIENT PROJECT | La Jolla California Luxury Outdoor Bar and Kitchen

This 4th floor Terrace remodel included a small outdoor Kitchen, full-size Bathroom and an outdoor Living room, just steps away from the Jacuzzi and pool... We even included a television on a hydraulic lift with a 360-degree radius. Three fire-pots line the amazing vanishing edge pool which dangles above the Grotto below with water spilling over both sides. Glass lined side rails grace the accompanying bridges as the pathway connects to the front of the terrace… A sun-worshiper’s paradise! In the newly added Kitchen/Bar area, our use of metallic glazed natural stone pavers adds texture, depth and drama to the vertical surface while layering granite slabs, creates a rich looking countertop and foot rest to the bar. Modern barstools made of 100% recycled aluminum and a durable zinc plate patina finish, provides the perfect outdoor solution for this oceanfront Terrace.

California Craftsman

Added Style

Photos by John Rider- Large kitchen island with beautiful Patagonia slab countertops bordered with Absolute black granite. Backsplash is a glass subway tile.

LOFT LES CORTS

The Room Studio

Proyecto realizado por Meritxell Ribé - The Room Studio Construcción: The Room Work Fotografías: Mauricio Fuertes

Contemporary Carrollton Home Renovation

Nicole Arnold Interiors

Long drawers keep the cabinetry looking long and lean vs. being chopped up with a lot of individual doors.

Tobin High Bluff Waterfront Remodel, Camano Island WA

Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects

Photography by Ian Gleadle.

Bisque on Sunrise

Renovation Angel Interior Design Noosa

Butlers Pantry

Enchanted

Honey With A Hammer

Virtuance

North Hollywood Kitchen

LA Dwelling Inc

Scandi Living

The Myers Touch

Lakeside Modern Industrial in Westchester

Amazing Spaces

We selected some darker elements throughout the design such as the stained wood floor, fireplace cladding, and reclaimed barn wood accent walls, and therefore opted to keep the kitchen cabinetry white with a twist: rift cut white oak with a semi-transparent paint, allowing the natural color to slightly bleed through thus enhancing its rustic nature. Grey quartz countertops echo the abundant natural rock formations on the property further connecting the kitchen to the home and gorgeous exterior surroundings. Unique details include the steel cladding behind the cooktop and sink to protect the wood countertop, reusing steel for the sleek custom kitchen table support, and a steel backsplash adjacent to the refrigerator. Photo: Peter Krupenye

Kitchen Renovation

Kolonics Builder, LLC

Shaker style cabinets, black Cambria quartz, Brizo bridge style faucet, imported Mexican Saltillo tile with red glazed accent tiles and aged copper backsplash.

Birchwood - Brookwater Estate

Hi Tech Projects

Combining everyday luxury with desirable functionality, this outstanding architecturally-designed, split-level residence offers you a lifestyle second-to-none. Cleverly designed with the modern family in mind, your new home boasts quality finishes, modern decor and superior design elements. Features include: * Elegantly master suite complete with sitting room, fully-fitted walk-in-robe and lavish ensuite * Generously-sized bedrooms plus dedicated home office * Open-plan living, dining, kitchen and large alfresco area intuitively designed to enjoy the incredible outlook to the private garden and water feature * Fully-integrated chef's kitchen with Ilve appliances * Superbly appointed bathrooms with stone benchtops, soft-close drawers, and heated towel racks * Perfectly positioned home theatre wired for surround sound * Superior finishes including raked ceilings, three-step cornices, plantation shutters, louvres, porcelain tiles, and wool carpet * Ducted air-conditioning, ceiling fans, vacuum maid, and three phase power to the house * Beautifully landscaped, low-maintenance gardens Indulgent of all styles, you will love every moment of your stylish and contemporary lifestyle.

Viscont White granite

Elite Stone Importers

Our Viscont White is a beautiful addition to this black and white kitchen. It is a subtle granite with movement and interest.

Kitchen: Traditional Treasure

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen

We found a place in another room for the small antique tall cabinet our clients had been using for display, and in its place we designed a wall of furniture-style cabinets to add storage, house some special pieces and serve as a buffet/beverage bar. The backsplash is antique mirror. Photography by Ehlen Creative.

South End Loft

Design Details

Cabinets are custom rift cut oak and were finished on site to coordinate with the owners African art collection.

Contemporary Tuscan

SL Design

Photography Birte Reimer

Traditional with a Twist

KI3 Design

Chobham Kitchen

Brayer Design

Open plan kitchen with satin matt lacquered handle-less furniture in a combination of ‘Inky Blue’ and ‘Mid-Grey’. With 'Rugged Concrete’ Quartz worktops by Caesarstone, and ‘Laurel Oak’ flooring by Moduleo, supplied and fitted in a herringbone pattern by us. Integrated oven plus microwave combi-oven, warming drawer and induction hob all by Miele.

Contemporary Custom Rift Oak Cabinets

Castor Inc.

Custom, rift white oak, slab door cabinets. All cabinets were book matched, hand selected and built in-house by Castor Cabinets. Contractor: Robert Holsopple Construction Counter Tops by West Central Granite

Brown Kitchen with Metallic Splashback 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!