Cannarsa Structure and Design

Brentwood Property (cover feature in California Homes magazine)

MSH Design, Inc.

Woodside Estate - Markay Johnson Construction

Markay Johnson Construction

A breathtaking city, bay and mountain view over take the senses as one enters the regal estate of this Woodside California home. At apx 17,000 square feet the exterior of the home boasts beautiful hand selected stone quarry material, custom blended slate roofing with pre aged copper rain gutters and downspouts. Every inch of the exterior one finds intricate timeless details. As one enters the main foyer a grand marble staircase welcomes them, while an ornate metal with gold-leaf laced railing outlines the staircase. A high performance chef’s kitchen waits at one wing while separate living quarters are down the other. A private elevator in the heart of the home serves as a second means of arriving from floor to floor. The properties vanishing edge pool serves its viewer with breathtaking views while a pool house with separate guest quarters are just feet away. This regal estate boasts a new level of luxurious living built by Markay Johnson Construction. Builder: Markay Johnson Construction visit: www.mjconstruction.com Photographer: Scot Zimmerman

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All About Kitchen Cabinets LLC

Hanover Rustic Kitchen

Kathleen Doyle Interior Designs LLC

Bill Secord

Open Display Shelf Across Window in Sleek Kitchen

MAK Design + Build Inc.

Samsonite

Enfort Homes

PNW modern kitchen with two tone black and wood flat panel cabinets., oversized waterfall island and wolf appliance package. Kirkland, WA new construction built by Enfort Homes.

Minty Farmhouse Kitchen

Susan Jablon

Historic Landmark Estate Restoration

Allen Construction

Historic landmark estate restoration butlers' pantry with original American Encaustic tile detailing, white checkerboard vinyl composition tile, mixed butcher block and tile countertops, and original wrought iron fixtures. Photo by: Jim Bartsch

Luxury Smart Home with Cinema Room

Intecho

A magnificent property built within a small private estate in a select area of Nottinghamshire. This exceptional family smart home is furnished with a beautiful walled garden and impeccable décor throughout the interior. Intecho designed and delivered smart home systems to the residence as-well a spa and treatment rooms and a CEDIA award nominated home cinema, which are situated in the basement of this exquisite home.

WB Design and Build Limited

Jake Eastham

Villa à Monthléry (91)

ESQUISSE Agencement

C'est sur les hauteurs de Monthléry que nos clients ont décidé de construire leur villa. En grands amateurs de cuisine, c'est naturellement qu'ils ont attribué une place centrale à leur cuisine. Convivialité & bon humeur au rendez-vous. + d'infos / Conception : Céline Blanchet - Montage : Patrick CIL - Meubles : Laque brillante - Plan de travail : Quartz Silestone Blanco Zeus finition mat, cuve intégrée quartz assorti et mitigeur KWC, cuve et mitigeur 2 Blanco - Electroménagers : plaque AEG, hotte ROBLIN, fours et tiroir chauffant AEG, machine à café et lave-vaisselle Miele, réfrigérateur Siemens, Distributeur d'eau Sequoïa

Cream and Green classic style

Chalkhouse Kitchens

The owners opened up two smaller rooms to create a beautifully spacious kitchen and family area. A feature island painted in soft Farrow and Ball Pigeon to match the kitchen provides plenty of workspace along with a casual seating area. A soft neutral F&B Shaded White was used on the matching dresser and tall bank of units to compliment the kitchen but add interest and some contrast. A matching window seat and bespoke oak table pick up the tones and creates a comfortable seating area for family meals. A full size larder gives ample storage and with the matching fridge and freezer either side keeps all the food neatly in one area.photos by felix page

Contemporary Maple Art Deco Kitchen

Tulip

A huge space that needed a huge statement... we loved how the client wanted to go bold, I think we achieved that with the marine blue quartz worktops.

Crane Drive San Anselmo CA

Jane Ellison

This newly remodeled family home and in law unit in San Anselmo is 4000sf of light and space. The first designer was let go for presenting grey one too many times. My task was to skillfully blend all the color my clients wanted from their mix of Latin, Hispanic and Italian heritage and get it to read successfully. Wow, no easy feat. Clients alway teach us so much. I learned that much more color could work than I ever thought possible.

Century Home Kitchen - University City, MO

Marcia Moore Design

A large hallway just off of the kitchen was transformed from closet storage into a butler pantry and powder room, still with plenty of walk space. The porcelain floor set on the diagonal runs throughout the kitchen and hall, with the dining room through the door on the left. Michael Jacob Photography

Auberge 2009

Leicht Westchester-Greenwich

Expansive Green Kitchen 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!