Custom kitchen, featuring Starmark maple cabinets, black walnut butcher block island and marble counters

Modern rowhome

Lowe's of Timonium, MD

Hale Honu

Henderson Design Group

Emily Wineman

2018 Kitchen Remodel

Elisa Flores

Custom cabinets in espresso finish by Ironwood Custom Cabinets. Fabrication and Install of Countertops and Backsplash by All About Kitchens. Countertops are Taj Mahal Quartzite with a Mitered Edge. Backsplash is Emser Lucente Andrea Linear Tile.

A Kitchen for Today in a Classic Craftsman Home

Sustainable Home

The table extension to the center island allows dining space for two to four. Photos by- Michele Lee Willson

Trevelyan House

Bradley Van Der Straeten

Traditional Kitchen

General projects

Imperial Glass and Timber

Breathtaking black featured kitchen with matching black louvers to keep the open space while separating the kitchen from another room. Storage is no problem in this kitchen with the island having storage on both ends !! A Calcutta 40mm benchtop with a double waterfall island could not look any better on a different kitchen. The splash back feature breaks the black and provides a pop of white grey to neutralise the distant feature. We love the window space bringing in plenty of natural light into the space, wrapping a window in stone is always a favourite for us!

Drakefield

IQ Glass UK

Mondrian® doors offer a beautiful industrial style to create a traditional steel design to glazing. The dark blue shaker style design was used consistently throughout the kitchen and dining area to keep in with the steel framed doors.

Asian Modern Kitchen and Dining

Alina Druga Interiors

Eric Rorer

Kitchen Remodel and Bamboo Flooring by Green Goods

Green Goods

This remodel by Green Goods and designer, Jennifer Rucks features custom Maple Cabinetry, Surf Green Granite, and Strandwoven Bamboo in natural finish. The clients wanted a clean look and to visually expand the space, we used light colored cabinetry and flooring. The Surf Green Granite countertop (also know as Typhoon Green Granite) with its rich green color is the accent of this kitchen remodel. The sink is at the peninsula, thus there isn't the capacity for a backsplash, so our fabrication team's solution was to sculpt a piece of Granite that would stop water from going over the edge of the countertop.

Small Kitchen

User

Falls Kitchen

Steinberg Custom Designs

Kristina O'Brien Photography

Kitchen Remodel - Willow Glen, CA

CAGE Design Build

Kitchen remodel featuring custom cabinetry in Cherry, quartz countertops, Milgard Windows, | Photo: CAGE Design Build

Yellow Farmhouse Kitchen | Imperial Beach, CA

Leanne Michael L U X E lifestyle design

All custom made cabinetry that was color matched to the entire suite of GE Cafe matte white appliances paired with champagne bronze hardware that coordinates beautifully with the Delta faucet and cabinet / drawer hardware. The counter surfaces are Artic White quartz with custom hand painted clay tiles for the entire range wall with custom floating shelves and backsplash. We used my favorite farrow & ball Babouche 223 (yellow) paint for the island and Sherwin Williams 7036 Accessible Beige on the walls. Hanging over the island is a pair of glazed clay pots that I customized into light pendants. We also replaced the builder grade hollow core back door with a custom designed iron and glass security door. The barstools were a fabulous find on Craigslist that we became mixologists with a selection of transparent stains to come up with the perfect shade of teal and we installed brand new bamboo flooring! This was such a fun project to do, even amidst Covid with all that the pandemic delayed, and a much needed burst of cheer as a daily result.

Kitchen - Parkways at Maui Lani

HOMES BY TOWNE

Ryan Siphers Photography

Kitchen

Dennis Thompson Architect

Photo by Demetrius Philip

Breakfast Nook

DMJ

The breakfast nook is floored with a walnut colored bamboo. The tall windows are framed in a mission style and provide a massive amount of natural light for the eating area.

Eat-in Kitchen with Bamboo 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!