Knoty Alder Kitchen with accent Island, Kimberly Idaho

Lisa Brown - Photographer

Summerfield House Collaboration

Marta Mitchell Interior Design

In design collaboration with Gina Arledge at The Kitchen Studio, this gorgeous stone kitchen has become a reality.

Rustic Kitchen with a Modern Twist

Refined Renovations & Refined Home

Modern and rustic kitchen. The centerpiece of this kitchen is the custom 6'x6' center island made from barn board. This island accommodates the family's five children as it seats seven people. Dark cabinets frame this large space bringing ones eye to the far wall. The bar is set-off by hand-painted glass tiles that run all the way to the ceiling. The glass bar shelves almost disappear from view.

Lethered Taj Mahla kitchen countertops with waterfall Island in ROWLETT, TX

Granite Republic

Elegant leathered taj mahal waterfall island with off white cabinets

Polished Traditional

PB Kitchen Design

An open concept custom kitchen lives large but the strategic placement of appliances creates a convenient and compact work zone. This distinctly divided yet beautifully merged Glen Ellyn, IL kitchen takes the classic white to another level. The clean lines of the flat panel white cabinetry and polished design are easy on the eyes, complemented by the earth tones found in the subway tile, pendant lighting over the island, and soft seating. This large family can enjoy multiple seating areas, around the island, and at a dedicated space showcasing their impressive farm table. More then ample accessible storage provides enough places to hide any pots, pans and small appliances, while not sacrificing the views and natural light. The midpoint integrated built in Thermador Refrigerator serves as the anchor of the kitchen. Prep areas include miles of quartz counters along with a small but practically placed island sink. The warmth and comfort in this dream kitchen highlights design trends while also fulfilling the client’s request for a kitchen with a family focus.

Dream Kitchen & Beer Bar

Lenton Company, Inc.

These Rev-a-Shelf pull-out cabinets keep spices, herbs, and oils close at hand. The corner Lazy Susan utilizes that dead space at the back of the cabinet. - Brian Covington Photographer

Ranch house kitchen with stained cabinets and glazed island

Paper Moon Painting

Modern farmhouse kitchen with stained cabinets and a painted and glazed teal island. All cabinetry finishes, as well as the walls and ceiling, done by Paper Moon Painting.

Winner of Thermador Kitchen Design Challenge 2012-2013

New Creations Custom Kitchen and Bath

Our design team capitalized on the luxury of renovating such a large and open room. We built tall cabinets around commercial-grade appliances strategically placed for ease of movement and to maximize the extensive counter space and overall shape of the room. An example is this big chef-sized double wall oven neatly tucked into the corner away from the cooktop but next to an LED-lit countertop/workspace.

Alamo Luxury Great Room Kitchen

Ridgecrest Designs

This great room / kitchen combo was created by removing a huge brick fireplace and vaulting the ceiling and taking down walls. It features custom made shaker cabinets, quartz counters and a 5' x 13' island with rustic wide plank white oak flooring. We put skylights in the ceiling to make the space as bright with natural light as possible.

Kitchen Remodeling

Dreamworks Remodeling

Lester O'Malley

Blum Case Study

Roundhouse

Roundhouse Urbo and Metro matt lacquer bespoke kitchen in Farrow & Ball Moles Breath, Patinated Silver and Burnished Copper with a stainless steel worktop and larder shelf in White Fantasy. Island in horizontal grain Riverwashed Walnut Ply with worktop in White Fantasy with a sharknose profile.

Traditional Palacial in Sugar Land

The Design Firm

Kitchen, Family and Breakfast rooms. Custom Interior Design by The Design Firm. Houston area award winning Interior Design. Custom interior selections and finishes.

Fox Country Farmhouse

Buchanan Construction

This Beautiful Country Farmhouse rests upon 5 acres among the most incredible large Oak Trees and Rolling Meadows in all of Asheville, North Carolina. Heart-beats relax to resting rates and warm, cozy feelings surplus when your eyes lay on this astounding masterpiece. The long paver driveway invites with meticulously landscaped grass, flowers and shrubs. Romantic Window Boxes accentuate high quality finishes of handsomely stained woodwork and trim with beautifully painted Hardy Wood Siding. Your gaze enhances as you saunter over an elegant walkway and approach the stately front-entry double doors. Warm welcomes and good times are happening inside this home with an enormous Open Concept Floor Plan. High Ceilings with a Large, Classic Brick Fireplace and stained Timber Beams and Columns adjoin the Stunning Kitchen with Gorgeous Cabinets, Leathered Finished Island and Luxurious Light Fixtures. There is an exquisite Butlers Pantry just off the kitchen with multiple shelving for crystal and dishware and the large windows provide natural light and views to enjoy. Another fireplace and sitting area are adjacent to the kitchen. The large Master Bath boasts His & Hers Marble Vanity's and connects to the spacious Master Closet with built-in seating and an island to accommodate attire. Upstairs are three guest bedrooms with views overlooking the country side. Quiet bliss awaits in this loving nest amiss the sweet hills of North Carolina.

Ellis Kitchen

Leading Edge Countertops

The crema chiphon granite is beautifully complimented by the dark raised panel cabinets and the cherry hardwood floors. Interspersed with art and family momentoes, this impressive kitchen is both inviting and warm.

Brown Residence

Carson Architecture and Design, Inc.

This Paradise Valley Estate started as we master planned the entire estate to accommodate this beautifully designed and detailed home to capture a simple Andalusian inspired Mediterranean design aesthetic, designing spectacular views from each room not only to Camelback Mountain, but of the lush desert gardens that surround the entire property. We collaborated with Tamm Marlowe design and Lynne Beyer design for interiors and Wendy LeSeuer for Landscape design.

Contemporary Vail Home

RA Nelson LLC

This expansive 10,000 square foot residence has the ultimate in quality, detail, and design. The mountain contemporary residence features copper, stone, and European reclaimed wood on the exterior. Highlights include a 24 foot Weiland glass door, floating steel stairs with a glass railing, double A match grain cabinets, and a comprehensive fully automated control system. An indoor basketball court, gym, swimming pool, and multiple outdoor fire pits make this home perfect for entertaining. Photo: Ric Stovall

Kitchen

TONI SIMS design studio

Lake House Remodel

Mauk Cabinets by Design

Designed and installed by Mauk Cabinets by Design in Tipp City, OH. Designer: Aaron Mauk. Photography: Shelley Schilperoot

Anderson

Karmichael's Cabinetry, Inc

Alto Park Family Home

Amy Troute Inspired Interior Design

The quartz countertop and tile backsplash set the color story for this gourmet kitchen. Mixed metals were again incorporated for a warm, casual feel. The expansive island accommodates the casual cook or gourmet chef for intimate dinners or large social gatherings. Photography by Cody Wheeler

Expansive Kitchen with Beige 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!