Log home kitchen remodel after a flood (frozen pipes) left the main floor of the home in ruins. New flooring was custom milled. Custom cabinets and all new appliances were needed. The navy AGA and copper vent make statement in the largest island. The tricky part with this kind of home is the exposed log walls on the inside leave nowhere for electrical and plumbing. Most everything had to be hidden behind the granite backsplash. Debbie Schwab Photography

Garden to Garden

Showcase Kitchens

Custom mantle hood with marble backsplash is devoid of decoration – exactly what the homeowner wanted. Three lighting pendants are mixed wood and wrought iron with crackled yellow glass – that throws quite interesting shadows. Countertop is 2 ½” Quartz, all hardware is brushed nickel. Photography by Tim Cree/Creepwalk Media

Blue Treasure

Halcon Marble & Granite Inc.

Hollow Way Residence

William S. Briggs Architect p.l.l.c.

Stephen Reed Photography

Transitional Resort Style Custom Residence

Pioneer Architecture, LLC.

Expansive Craftsman Style Kitchen

The Group, Inc. Real Estate - Kelly McBartlett

A Brilliant Photo - Agnieszka Wormus

Modern Organic

Hendel Homes

Andrea Rugg

Winden Estate - Ourimbah

Penman Brown Interior Design

Classic Luxury - New Construction - Royal Palm

Laure Nell Interiors

Chicago Kitchen

Hylan Design, Ltd.

During the concept phase, we worked very closely with the homeowners to understand all the needs required from the kitchen. Thanks to a design team who are trained to listen and well‐targeted input from the clients we were able to incorporate hidden details guaranteeing the kitchen would be used to its greatest potential. Some of these hidden details include: pocket doors by the television so as not to block the view; pull‐outs above deep pot drawers for lid storage; double-layered utensil drawers with custom wood dividers for silverware and utensils; LeMans by Hafele for blind corner storage and a Cervo operated waste receptacle to the left of the sink that makes cleaning up a breeze. The long horizontal stainless steel handles were chosen to emphasize the lines of the kitchen and the stainless appliances. The different but complimentary perimeter and island counters not only add another layer of interest but also act as another warm and inviting design element.

Cousin's Island Kitchen

Robin Amorello, CKD CAPS - Atmoscaper Design

Photos by Robin Amorello, CKD CAPS

French Country kitchen and Bathroom Remodel

John Webb Construction and Design

This countryside farmhouse was remodeled and added on to by removing an interior wall separating the kitchen from the dining/living room, putting an addition at the porch to extend the kitchen by 10', installing an IKEA kitchen cabinets and custom built island using IKEA boxes, custom IKEA fronts, panels, trim, copper and wood trim exhaust wood, wolf appliances, apron front sink, and quartz countertop. The bathroom was redesigned with relocation of the walk-in shower, and installing a pottery barn vanity. the main space of the house was completed with luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout. A beautiful transformation with gorgeous views of the Willamette Valley.

Modern Classic Coastal

Hom Personal Interiors

The grey houndstooth rattan chairs were a must for the KITCHEN table the moment they were spotted. The precise millwork of the kitchen cabinetry is fully lacquered in white and two Shades of Grey. The giant slab behind the stove is carrera marble as is the 2”x4” beveled subway tile back splash. Both create a riot of other greys. The grey flecked and white counter tops that are all quartz for ease of cleaning and heavy use add to the Shades of Grey contrasted with a stark white. Keeping things elegant...but in a rougher way, the lighting is steel mesh in elegant shapes that add an industrial note to the bright Kitchen

Kings Mountain Kitchen

American Artisans Designers & Fabricators

Architectural / Interior Design,Kitchen Cabinetry, Island, Trestle Table with Matching Benches, Decorative Millwork, Leaded Glass & Metal Work: Designed and Fabricated by Michelle Rein & Ariel Snyders of American Artisans. Photo by: Michele Lee Willson

Bell Canyon Residence

Hsu McCullough

On the interior, the Great Room comprised of the Living Room, Kitchen and Dining Room features the space defining massive 18-foot long, triangular-shaped clerestory window pressed to the underside of the ranch’s main gable roofline. This window beautifully lights the Kitchen island below while framing a cluster of diverse mature trees lining a horse riding trail to the North 15 feet off the floor. The cabinetry of the Kitchen and Living Room are custom high-gloss white lacquer finished with Rosewood cabinet accents strategically placed including the 19-foot long island with seating, preparation sink, dishwasher and storage. The Kitchen island and aligned-on-axis Dining Room table are celebrated by unique pendants offering contemporary embellishment to the minimal space.

Drawing Room Blue

Dillons Kitchens & Bedrooms

Classic in-frame kitchen – handpainted in Farrow & Ball Purbeck Stone and Drawing Room Blue on island. 30mm Quartz work surfaces. AEG ovens, hob, Quooker Fusion tap Photography Infinity Media

BENICIA PROJECT/- Semple Ct

SHANDRIKA'S REAL ESTATE, STAGING & INTERIOR DESIGN

Enatai Waterfront

Syltebo Wight Homes & Jon Syltebo Painting Company

Custom Home in Foxcroft

Chiott Custom Homes, Inc.

Joe Purvis

Kitchen

Claude C. Lapp Architects, LLC

Expansive two-story kitchen

Expansive 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!