Very Large and spacious kitchen designed with the homeowner, builder, and Home Solutions. Features all plywood construction, soft close doors, and drawers, numerous custom inserts, pull out shelves. and plenty of storage. Features a large center island, and an enormous eat-in bar/island.

Coastal Two Story Sanibel Paradise

Aubuchon Homes, Inc.

Island Seating, Sink and Storage in Glen Mills PA

MacLaren Kitchen and Bath

Design, Fabrication, Install and Photography by MacLaren Kitchen and Bath Designer: Michele Hennessy Cabinetry: Waypoint Cabinetry, all plywood construction with cushion close drawers and doors. Countertops: Island and Dry Bar in Tropical Brown Granite with a Half-Roundover Edge, Perimeter in Leathered Angola Black Granite with an Eased Edge

Paradise Living

Friedman & Shields

water fall edge, metal hood, slate backsplash, raised eating bar

Ramble - Biltmore Forest, NC

BlueStone Construction, LLC

Beautiful cooks kitchen with a fantastic arched window that defines the space.

Hanover Rustic Kitchen

Kathleen Doyle Interior Designs LLC

Bill Secord

Pelican Bay Estate

Stofft Cooney Architects

Wildwood Crest, New Jersey

O'Connor Home Design

Kitchen

Gourmet Kitchen Island - The Turtledove - ADA Super Ranch

Cascade West Development

Paint by Sherwin Williams Body Color - Agreeable Gray - SW 7029 Trim Color - Dover White - SW 6385 Media Room Wall Color - Accessible Beige - SW 7036 Interior Stone by Eldorado Stone Stone Product Stacked Stone in Nantucket Gas Fireplace by Heat & Glo Flooring & Tile by Macadam Floor & Design Hardwood by Kentwood Floors Hardwood Product Originals Series - Milltown in Brushed Oak Calico Kitchen Backsplash by Surface Art Tile Product - Translucent Linen Glass Mosaic in Sand Sinks by Decolav Slab Countertops by Wall to Wall Stone Corp Quartz Product True North Tropical White Windows by Milgard Windows & Doors Window Product Style Line® Series Window Supplier Troyco - Window & Door Window Treatments by Budget Blinds Lighting by Destination Lighting Fixtures by Crystorama Lighting Interior Design by Creative Interiors & Design Custom Cabinetry & Storage by Northwood Cabinets Customized & Built by Cascade West Development Photography by ExposioHDR Portland Original Plans by Alan Mascord Design Associates

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

Atherton, California Luxury Home by Markay Johnson Construction

Markay Johnson Construction

Displaying sleek architectural lines, this home portrays contemporary styling with a European flair. Extraordinary style of craftsmanship that is immediately evident in the smooth-finished walls and inset moldings. French oak floors, superb lighting selections, stone and mosaic tile selections that stand alone are masterly combined for a new standard in contemporary living in this Markay Johnson Construction masterpiece. Home Built by Markay Johnson Construction, visit: www.mjconstruction.com Photographer: Scot Zimmerman

Custom Distressed Rustic Knotty Alder Kitchen

Caves Kitchens

Crafted from our Caves Millwork Custom Cabinetry brand, we designed this kitchen to fit the desires of the homeowners. They wanted counter tops taller than standard height and they like the look of individual units, so there is no visible toe kick. We designed every unit to have furniture feet and the dishwasher and beverage center appear to "float". -Allison Caves, CKD Caves Kitchens

Terrell Hills Functionality Remodel

McGovern Woodcraft & Design

Functionality was the keyword for this homeowner and gourmet chef who has a 300 sqft organic garden in the backyard. On first look you walked into the before kitchen thinking, "how cute" but the more you saw the more dysfunctional it really was. The original floor was outdoor patio limestone flagstone unsealed! It was impossible to actually clean. All the upper cabinets had a short drawer at the bottom of them, which took up valuable real estate and would open up right at your nose. And the biggest problem for the homeowners was trying to bring in her fresh garden produce, she would have to exit the kitchen walk around through the office into the laundry room and out the back door. By opening the right corner of the kitchen near the sink through to the laundry room she could have kitchen access directly into the kitchen.

The Garden Home

FLAG interior design

A view into a small mudroom, and a seating area from an expansive kitchen featuring two islands, stainless steel appliances.

Una cucina moderna e funzionale con doppia colonna e tavolo da pranzo

User

Le richieste di Francesco per la sua cucina non erano molte. In pratica voleva un tavolo da pranzo per ospitare 2/4 persone, un frigo e congelatore capienti, lo spazio per la tv. E doveva avere il piano a induzione perché l'appartamento è di nuova costruzione. Prima di proporgli una soluzione di arredo, mi sono riservata del tempo con Francesco per capire cosa abitualmente fa e cosa si aspetta di poter fare in una cucina. Ho approfondito le sue esigenze attuali e mi sono fatta un'idea delle sue necessità future. Ed ho capito che, senza verbalizzarle, Francesco aveva bisogno di molto altro. Aveva bisogno di molto spazio contenitivo e di tanta illuminazione; la cucina doveva essere facile da pulire e fatta di materiale resistente, soprattutto il piano di lavoro doveva assolutamente essere di facile manutenzione. Siccome è un ragazzo giovane e con gusti moderni, il forno doveva essere assolutamente alto e il materiale di lavello e rubinetti doveva essere adatto ad un uso "senza troppe cerimonie" e, aggiungo io, in nuance con il top e i colori di basi e pensili. Infine, aveva assolutamente bisogno di uno spazio che fungesse da sgabuzzino per mettere i prodotti della pulizia e l'aspirapolvere. Lo spazio di questa cucina rettangolare, con due ante a battente come finestra, è ampio. Gli ho proposto una cucina bicolor, con basi di qualche tonalità più scura rispetto ai pensili. Piano di lavoro in materiale super resistente multicolor ma con tutte le tonalità presenti in cucina. Lavello e rubinetto in nuance, anch'essi in materiale resistente e facile da pulire. Luci sottopensili per tutta la lunghezza e cappa a scomparsa. Ampi cesti scorrevoli molto contenitivi, anche nelle basi ad angolo. Doppia colonna per forno, frigorifero con congelatore e spazio ad uno "sgabuzzino" per aspirapolvere e prodotti pulizia. Sotto al lavello, ampio e comodo spazio per la raccolta differenziata. L'illuminazione è completata da un lampadario originalissimo con più punti luce direzionati verso lo spazio tecnico e verso il tavolo da pranzo. Il tavolo da pranzo è allungabile mediante un meccanismo semplice e funzionale. Completano l'arredo le 4 sedie in materiale leggero e resistente, bicolor, abbinate a coppia. AL posto del rivestimento verticale in classiche piastrelle, ho optato per una pittura super lavabile di una tonalità di verde, con sfumature metalliche/iridescenti, protetta da vernice idonea al locale, che dona all'ambiente calore e particolarità, oltre ad essere in nuance con i colori presenti nel living adiacente.

Boulevard House

Green Sheep Collective

Boulevard House is an expansive, light filled home for a young family to grow into. It’s located on a steep site in Ivanhoe, Melbourne. The home takes advantage of a beautiful northern aspect, along with stunning views to trees along the Yarra River, and to the city beyond. Two east-west pavilions, linked by a central circulation core, use passive solar design principles to allow all rooms in the house to take advantage of north sun and cross ventilation, while creating private garden areas and allowing for beautiful views.

Desert Intrigue @ Vistancia | Peoria, AZ | 4094 Entice Plan

Shea Homes - Arizona

Custom Design - Kitchen - New American Home 2015

Blue Heron

Studs Out Remodel - Eastpoint Country Club

Big Bear Developers LLC

Customized to perfection, a remarkable work of art at the Eastpoint Country Club combines superior craftsmanship that reflects the impeccable taste and sophisticated details. An impressive entrance to the open concept living room, dining room, sunroom, and a chef’s dream kitchen boasts top-of-the-line appliances and finishes. The breathtaking LED backlit quartz island and bar are the perfect accents that steal the show.

Entertainment Vacation Mansion - Kitchen

Louise Stapleton Interiors

Large T-Shaped Island seating for 6, Walk in Pantry, Countertop to ceiling Mosaic Tile. High Gloss Cabinetry with Glass door top row. Stainless Steel Accents

Expansive Kitchen with Green 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!