New Construction, Bar Area featuring Mouser Cabinetry, Bay Head, NJ

Mouser Centra cabinetry, Indigo finish on painted maple. Plaza door in beaded inset. Seeded glass doors. Hamilton Building Supply Designer: Kelly Shelton Photography by: Tom Biondi, Real Estate Photography & Virtual Tours

Skokie Kitchen & Banquette Renovation

Chi Renovation & Design

The addition of a new wall in this kitchen offers plenty of additional space for cabinets and appliances, such as the microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, and juicer. With the appliances on one end of the kitchen, this allows for the counter space in the main area to be free of clutter - creating more room for cooking. The white painted flat panel custom cabinets and white quartz countertops have a crisp, clean effect on the design while the blue glass subway tiled backsplash adds color and is highlighted by the under cabinet lighting throughout the space. Home located in Skokie Chicago. Designed by Chi Renovation & Design who also serve the Chicagoland area, and it's surrounding suburbs, with an emphasis on the North Side and North Shore. You'll find their work from the Loop through Lincoln Park, Humboldt Park, Evanston, Wilmette, and all of the way up to Lake Forest. For more about Chi Renovation & Design, click here: https://www.chirenovation.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.chirenovation.com/portfolio/skokie-kitchen-banquette/

Art-Infused Kitchen

Kole Made Design/Build

The Landscape Kitchen

Terry Design

The architectural design for this kitchen and family living space was strongly influenced by the contemporary extension added by the client to their mid century home. The simple palette of brushed stainless steel, LG Hi-Mac and character oak give the space a cool yet earthy feel. Handleless drawers and cupboards streamline the kitchen. The long monochromatic island is punctured with stainless steel and oak shelving for cookbooks. The same finishes have been applied to the bespoke joinery in the adjacent living space, providing continuity throughout the ground floor.

Midcentury Kitchen

Dartmouth

Bunker Workshop

Matt Delphenich

Congress Park Residence

Laurel Quint Interior Design

Emily Minton Redfield

Epstein Residence

geoffreybelle design

Minnehaha Falls Kitchen Remodel

TreHus Architects+Interior Designers+Builders

Küchendetail

Planungsbüro Schilling | Architektur

Detailfoto Apothekerschrank. Foto: Winfried Heinze

Winterset

EastWing Architects

Photography by Coral Dove

Bel-Air

Lion Builder Construction Inc

Remodeled by Lion Builder construction Design By Veneer Designs

Young OC Family Kitchen Remodel

Sandi Kaneko Interiors

Photographer: Kyle Ortiz

Sea of Tile

Victoria Highfill

Sophisticated Farmhouse Kitchen, East Hampton

Coastal Cabinet Works

Ally Young

Chesterfield Rd W4

Fleur Ward Interior Design

The brief was to update, lighten and brighten. (see before photo) We knocked out the window and installed doors out onto the patio overlooking the 100ft garden which mirrored the doors in the next door living room. We moved the dining area from the front to the back of the room to enjoy the view. New bespoke white glossy units brought this kitchen back to life. A pretty painted splashback added some colour and a showstopper of a chandelier helped turn this kitchen from sad to fab!

Practical Modern Grey Kitchen

The Pentland Kitchen Company

To create this space, we’ve blended top-quality aesthetics with functionality to reveal a contemporary kitchen that offers optimum usability. The Porter Gloss Dove grey cabinets form the core of this kitchen, ensuring a sleek and timeless appeal. With 20mm white quartz worktops, we have created a surface that is pleasing to the eye and easy to clean and maintain – making meal prep a breeze. Simple yet impactful, the slim edge, easy-to-grip handles enhance the overall look. To add warmth, we have incorporated a solid oak breakfast bar and shelves, seamlessly integrating nature’s beauty into our client’s daily routines. Equipped with NEFF and AEG appliances, this modern kitchen is designed to make every culinary activity effortless. Cooking, baking and mealtime prep have never been this efficient. Lastly, the resilient Malmo Click LVT flooring ties the entire space together, offering durability and aesthetic appeal. Need more inspiration? Browse our projects page to explore more contemporary kitchen designs.

Blackett Homes Hughes

Solarcert Building Design

Galley Kitchen with Blue 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!