Custom Kitchen Renovation includes new accordion doors out to the screened porch with lake views. White oak cabinetry is topped with quartz countertops, a slab backsplash and features a steel hood and LED pendant lighting.

Full Shaker Kitchen Renovation

Hawkesbury Kitchens

Shaker kitchen renovation with matching bold blue cabinetry and complimentary white stone benchtop

Catharpin Project

instockcabinets.com

Mid Century Modern Kitchen that's Connected to Nature

Normandy Remodeling

An avid cook and entertainer, this kitchen boasts professional grade appliances throughout. Walnut cabinets, quartzite countertops and travertine floors were selected because of his commitment to natural materials. The aesthetics and material selections root the kitchen into the home’s mid-century modern aesthetic.

MATA

Florent Corail Architecture Intérieure

La cuisine a été conservée. Des ouvertures ont été crées de la cuisine vers l'entrée et de la cuisine vers le séjour afin d'ouvrir la cuisine sur la pièce de vie et lui donner plus de moderniser. Une couleur Champagne a été choisie pour donner un côté chic à cette cuisine.

Bespoke Contemporary Kitchen

Admo Kitchens

Modern bright open kitchen perfect for hosting dinner parties.

Modern Miami Staging

Ava Gray Interiors LLC

Luxe View Photography

2018 Hinckley Custom Home

Otero Signature Homes

Deep Purple SN

STUDIO NINE & CO.

When this family of 7 bought their home, they came to us and said "We want a purple kitchen!". Naturally we jumped at the opportunity to create something outside of the box. With 5 young children, functionality and storage was imperative. We designed the kitchen to accommodate our client's lifestyle and busy household. It houses, 3 floor to ceiling storage compartments, each with its own individual function. First, the "Chef's Pantry", complete with top to bottom pullouts. Secondly, the "Breakfast Pantry", that houses everyday appliances, dinner ware, breakfast cereals and spreads. Finally, the once closet, converted 'Walk In Pantry". The oak frame around the range was specifically designed to allow for quick & easy access to everyday cooking essentials, and serve as a focal point in the space. Additional accessories included in the design were a double garbage pull out bin, retractable shelf for smaller, yet heavy appliances, Tupperware organizer, 2 spice pulls, and 2 Le Mans corner organizers. We opted for bespoke cabinetry, with an HDF painted & and oak construction, paired with purple and champagne bronze accents to tie it all together. Overall, this once dull and poorly organized kitchen is now the embodiment of bright, bold and beautiful, offering this colorful family comfort and convenience as they live life as an expression of their values.

Stunning & Bright Luxury Kitchen

Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.

This kitchen is strikingly bright and airy with white cabinetry, a white island, and white stools, while maintaining its warmth with the gentle, medium stains on the wood floor and countertop, and bronze hardware. It is perfectly designed for day-to-day functionality with ample counter space, and a spacious, integrated dining area for 5, while being ready to entertain at a moment’s notice, with a built-in TV & fireplace, double-ovens, and a deep farmhouse sink. Cabinetry fitted with glass-insert cabinet doors and a significant amount of storage space complete this versatile and stunning environment – but the secret, hidden charm of this space? A two-sided fireplace that opens up into both the kitchen and the living room, beautifully connecting the two areas with fluid design. PC: Fred Huntsberger

Hidden Hills View Showcase Home

Younger Homes

Madeline Harper Photography

Audubon Whole Condo Remodel - Kitchen

Reed Design Build, LLC

What makes a kitchen feel like home? This beautiful, chic kitchen has a clean and modern look while still packing in all the functionality a kitchen requires. Darren Miles Photography

Clean Modern Kitchen

Contemporary Contracting, INC.

Preston Hollow Contemporary

Redstone Kitchens

Costa Christ

Chic Chateau

A. Perry Homes

Kitchen with two islands, both with island sinks; stone slab backsplash and stainless steel appliance finishes

Simple Kitchen

BUTZ + KLUG Architecture

JANE MESSINGER

Parkview Hills Residence

Olympic Kitchens

Princeton Modern New Build

R Faucett Construction

Built in Gray Cabinets, Shaker Cabinets, Range Hood, Dual Sinks

W.C. Meek Design and Construction Ltd.

Eat-in Kitchen with Stone Slab 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!