Karla Trincanello, CID, Interior Decisions, Inc.

Elegant kitchen with black cabinetry to give its own flavor in a community with all white kitchens. The original s/s stove hood with covered in gold-brass material to add the gold accents the client loved with the black cabinetry. The backsplash is white high gloss glass accented with a gold patern. The stunning 'sputnick' pendants.are the right touch to add the glamour and romance this client desired. Island is granite and counter stools are Zebra pattern upholstered. two lucite counter stools to make seating for 6.

Resplendence

MIREWORKS

Something that has resplendence is gorgeous in a grand and brilliant way. We were asked to design a kitchen that looked beautiful, accommodated large family gatherings, functioned as a cooks' kitchen should, and met a very real need for accessibility. Larger than normal space between cabinets was needed for wheel chair accessibility, as well as sinks that allow for roll up use. This design was accomplished by taking in the original carport, which had been replaced prior by a larger parking space (which can be seen through the windows in the keeping area). By adding white cabinetry to brighten the space, a warm and welcoming feel was achieved without overwhelming the pallet with dark stains. The results speak for themselves.

Trimdon Kitchen

Bespoke Interiors

Our clients brief was to create a wow kitchen in their open plan kitchen/living area which incorporated a large tv with display areas for glasses and whiskey bottles They loved walnut as an accent wood and wanted a statement island with 60mm thick waterfall edged granite Curved end unit on the tall run and curved barrel with chopping blocks on island were used to soften the design and give the island shape and character The feature canopy above the clients own Aga was a mix of painted wood and natural walnut The diagonal pantry gave all the food storage the client needed Colours and materials used were River white and Steel grey granite for the worktops, Moles breath and Putty for the door colours accented with natural walnut

Pasa Tiempo

Gina Roberts-Wagner

Ralls Residence

Aspen White Star, LLC

167th Place

Prairieland Homes

Silver Cloud

Blackdog Builders, Inc.

Bret Osswald Photography

Large great room addition

Diane Plesset, CMKBD, NCIDQ, C.A.P.S.

The kitchen has a large island and a large peninsula that the husband uses to make drinks for guests. Both sides of the island have angled display cabinets. The end of the peninsula has glass-front cabinet to display legumes. A breakfast nook is in the background, adjacent to the door that leads to the large walk-in pantry.

Richfield Country Home

Henderson Group, Inc.

Don Rask

Brick Kitchen Remodel in St. Charles, IL

Advance Design Studio, Ltd.

Traditional Kitchen Remodel in Sun Prairie, WI

Sweeney Design Remodel

By removing the wall between the dining room and kitchen, we were able to open up the space—fit for entertaining—and build ample storage, conveniently accessed from both the kitchen and dining room.

Los Altos Hills

Mark English Architects, AIA

Kitchen remodel

Chic Inspiration Design

Berkeley Hills Kitchen

Form + Field

Kitchen - unique layout

Cipriani Remodeling Solutions

Unique kitchen layout - Wenonah

Kitchen Windows to Counter to Maximize Views in Rustic Kitchen

Denise Quade Design

A large kitchen with grey distressed cabinets and warm stained cabinets has so much texture and warmth. A custom wood hood was created on site and add to the rustic appeal. Glass pendants were used over the island. A prep sink was incorporated into the island. The windows all go down to the countertop to maximize the views out the large windows. Transom windows were incorporated on the range wall to let even more light flood in. The granite was run up behind the wolf range to continue the texture.

Marble Kitchen Countertops

Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling

Luxury kitchen with white kitchen cabinets, marble countertops, marble backsplash, and marble flooring.

Sunny Tuscan Inspired Kitchen with Beautiful Bronze Accents

emma delon

This warm and inviting Tuscan inspired kitchen is located in a lovely little neighborhood in Durham, North Carolina. Here, warm cream cabinets are accented beautifully with Cambria Canterbury Quartz countertops, Jerusalem Gold limestone backsplashes, and bronze accents. The stainless steel appliances and Kohler stainless steel Simplice faucet provide a nice contrast to the dark bronze hardware, tile inserts, and light fixtures. The existing breakfast room light fixture, table, and chairs blend beautifully with the new selections in the room. New hardwood floors, finished to match the existing throughout the house, work fabulously with the warm yellow walls. The careful selection of cabinetry storage inserts and brand new pantry storage units make this kitchen a wonderfully functional space and a great place for both family meals and entertaining. copyright 2012 marilyn peryer photography

Spanish Poetry

NUMI Build

Brown Kitchen with Multi-Coloured Benchtop 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!