Bilotta senior designer, Paula Greer, teamed up with architect, Robin Zahn to design this large gourmet kitchen for a family that does a lot of entertaining and cooking. While the wife was the decision maker for the overall aesthetics, the functionality of the space was driven by the husband, the aspiring chef. He had specific requests on how he wanted his “work area” set up. The team designed a cooking area featuring a 48” range across from a prep sink surrounded by 10 feet of work space. All the cooking essentials are at arm’s length – spice pull-out; interior knife block; baskets for root vegetables; cooking utensil drawers; and even a stainless-steel shelf above the range to keep plates warm before serving. Further down, away from the “chef”, is the “clean-up” area with a larger sink and the dishwasher. The microwave and the refrigerators/freezers are also at this opposite end, keeping the rest of the family out of his space when he’s cooking. This was his #1 request. The wet bar, just off of the kitchen, also houses a beverage unit and the coffee maker which keeps people out of the way during prep time. The kitchen was part of a larger addition which allowed them to incorporate the high ceiling, opening up the space to make room for the 6 feet worth of refrigeration and the large 10-foot island that works simultaneously for prep and eating. The Artistic Tile mosaic backsplash, where possible, starts at the countertop and continues all the way up to the molding at the ceiling emphasizing the height of the space, and the size of the room, even more.

Charleston Beach House

Segerson Builders

Custom kitchen with reclaimed wood beams, wolf appliances, engineered quartz counter tops, blue accent island, butcher block top and center cut white oak flooring.

Madison - Bedford Ave

Star Renovations NY

Full custom kitchen with 10' Island and waterfall counter top

White and Gold Frameless Kitchen & Laundry Room

SOLLiD Cabinetry

BD Realty

FOR SALE: Tanglewood Transitional Estate

Frankel Design Build

Ladera Norte Project with A19's Bonaire Pendants

A19 Lighting

Shown here A19's P1601-MB-BCC Bonaire Pendants with Matte Black finish. Kitchen Design by Sarah Stacey Interior Design. Architecture by Tornberg Design. The work is stunning and we are so happy that our pendants could be a part of this beautiful project! Photography: @mollyculverphotography | Styling: @emilylaureninteriors

Simply Stunning!

User

Zesta Kitchens

House of Blues

Alison Kandler Interior Design

Mark Lohman

Custom Hood and White Herringbone Backsplash

Kitchen Intuitions

This kitchen has everything you'd need for cooking a large family meal - double wall ovens, a KitchenAid range with a custom made hood and plenty of counter space! Photos by Chris Veith.

Saddle Rock, NY

German Kitchen Center (Queens)

Left to the Wolf oven you are looking at a built-in TV that function just like a lift-up door and mirrored when off!

Luxurious Traditional Full House Remodel in Goodrich, MI

Dream Kitchens

Hardy Case study

Roundhouse

Roundhouse Urbo high gloss lacquer bespoke kitchen in Farrow & Ball Ammonite on sink and fridge runs and Hammered Silver on the island and wall cabinet. Worksurfaces in White Fantasy and brushed stainless steel and splashback in White Fantasy. Metro vertical grain Driftwood on bespoke TV and drinks bar and wine storage cabinetry. Nightingale Cabinet in RAL 7026 with Antique Bronze Mirror splashback. Photogrpahy by Darren Chung.

Peter Giles

Old Mission penninsula

Design Strategies

Transitional/traditional design. Hand scraped wood flooring, wolf & sub zero appliances. Antique mirrored tile, Custom cabinetry

Streamlined Suburban Gray Kitchen

Studio M Kitchen & Bath

This kitchen is the perfect example of how dark stained cabinets don't necessarily create a dark space. The natural and artificial light in this kitchen's design allow the space to be bright and welcoming. Scott Amundson Photography, LLC

Custard Kitchen Case Study

Roundhouse

Roundhouse Metro matt lacquer bespoke kitchen in Farrow & Ball Railings with recessed Bronze handle detail and Farrow & Ball Charlotte Lock inside pocket door unit. Grigio Piombo Lapitec Satin worksurface and stainless steel splashback. Designed in collaboration with Samantha Todhunter Deisgn. Photography by Nick Kane

Modern English Farmhouse | Hillsboro, Oregon

Westlake Development Group, LLC

Justin Krug Photography

Daniel Island Drive

Delpino Custom Homes

Expansive Kitchen with with Island 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!