Stunning finishes including natural timber veneer, polyurethane & Caesarstone make for a professionally designed space. Opting for the contemporary V Groove cabinetry doors creates warmth & texture along with black accents to complete the look.

Coffee bar behind cabinet doors with 24" refrigerator panel drawers

Denise Quade Design

Built in microwave on the left side with a coffee bar on the right. A bar sink was centered on the pass through. 24" paneled refrigerator drawers with matching deep drawers on the right.

Belleair Shores Whole Home Remodel

Hyde Park Renovations

Photos by Project Focus Photography

StoneHaven at The Reserve

Atwood: Fine Architectural Cabinetry

This new construction timber lake house kitchen captures the long water views from both the island prep sink and perimeter clean up sink, which are both flanked by their own respective dishwashers. The homeowners often entertain parties of 14 to 20 friends and family who love to congregate in the kitchen and adjoining keeping room which necessitated the six-place snack bar. Although a large space overall, the work triangle was kept tight. Gourmet chef appliances include 2 warming drawers, 2 ovens and a steam oven, and a microwave, with a hidden drop-down TV tucked between them.

Double Island Kitchen

Fratantoni Interior Designers

We love this kitchen's curved brick ceiling, the custom backsplash, and integrated appliances.

New Luxury White Kitchen

Boxwood Cabinetry & Design

Resort Style Kitchen

Angela Wells Interior Design

Trent Teigen

Gothic Kitchen Remodel in Hyde Park

Neal's Design Remodel

Beautiful expansive kitchen remodel with custom cast stone range hood, porcelain floors, peninsula island, gothic style pendant lights, bar area, and cozy seating room at the far end. Neals Design Remodel Robin Victor Goetz

Buckhead Residence

Poggenpohl Atlanta

Gregg Willett Photography (www.greggwillettphotography.com)

Forest Retreat Kitchen

Centered Interiors

Fresh Look

PB Kitchen Design

Appliance Garage with retractable pocket doors. Wolf Steam oven below counter. Perimeter cabinet color is matched to Benjamin Moore Raccoon Hollow. Photo Bruce Van Inwegen

Hamptons Residence

Michael Davis Design & Construction

Presidio Heights Remodel

Ann Lowengart Interiors

Another oversized pendant sheds light over the modern dining table and chairs. With a diameter of thirty-six inches, it is a stunning statement piece. Above the stove, a calacatta marble backsplash is an elegant, providing added texture to the space.

Piedmont Residence

AND Interior Design Studio

Interior Design: Anne Norton AND interior Design Studio Berkeley, CA 94707

Great Gatsby House

Arizona Kitchens and Refacing, Inc.

Katie Rudderham Photography

Kitchens

GOODFELLAS CONSTRUCTION

New remodeled kitchen with a kitchen island, beautiful custom-made counter tops, arch kitchen window, and beige tile floors.

Spanish Revival

JRP Design & Remodel

The Abington inset door-style from Dewils Cabinetry creates the perfect backdrop for this modern take on Spanish-Revival. Two-tone cabinetry – Just White and Caffe on Cherry – paired with furniture-like posts, give just enough detail to allow for visual interest without distracting from other details like the Mission Tile West Revival tile in Count Basie Blue or the Pottery Barn pendants with Edison bulbs. Caesarstone countertops in Calacatta Nuvo and Arto Brick hexagon floor tile along with the Stone Impressions tile mural and tin ceilings provide the classic touches and richness a Spanish-inspired kitchen needs while remaining sophisticated and elegant with a muted Dunn Edwards Swiss Coffee paint.

Kitchens: Epicurean kitchens feature oversize islands White Sky marble Custom Pedini gray oak cabinetry, inspired by traditional rail and stile construction Classic fixtures by Lefroy Brooks Wolf, Subzero, and Miele appliances Master Baths: Empire-style rattan pattern in marble and porcelain Bianco Bello marble walls and countertops Pedini custom vanities with micro-architectural fluting Brushed nickel Lefroy Brooks fixtures Secondary Baths: Hive tile Calacatta marble Bianco Beatriz vein-cut walls and vanity tops Calacatta tiling Pedini custom vanities

Expansive Separate 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!