Alex Bowman, Photographer

Converted Church, Upper Black Eddy

Odell Painting

Park Street

Ken Gutmaker Architectural Photography

Sarah Willmer Architect Ken Gutmaker Photos

Tamarron North

TruKitchens

Lynn Hollander, Interior Designer Doug Sumner, Builder Jeff Visser, Architectural Drawings James Yochum, Photographer

1950's House Refurb

Born Designers Ltd

Bespoke hand built kitchen with built in kitchen cabinet and free standing island with modern patterned floor tiles and blue linoleum on birch plywood

Tumbleweed Trail

Blue Horse Building & Design

Blue Horse Building + Design / Architect - alterstudio architecture llp / Photography -James Leasure

Piedmont Residence

Carlton Edwards

This modern lake house is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The residence overlooks a mountain lake with expansive mountain views beyond. The design ties the home to its surroundings and enhances the ability to experience both home and nature together. The entry level serves as the primary living space and is situated into three groupings; the Great Room, the Guest Suite and the Master Suite. A glass connector links the Master Suite, providing privacy and the opportunity for terrace and garden areas. Won a 2013 AIANC Design Award. Featured in the Austrian magazine, More Than Design. Featured in Carolina Home and Garden, Summer 2015.

2017 NKBA Medium Kitchen

Davida's Kitchen & Tiles

Stacy Zarin Goldberg

Mid Century Modern

Cabinet Concepts by Design

Sosnowski Residence

Chen + Suchart Studio

Timmerman Photography - Bill Timmerman

My Houzz: Rustic Meets Refined in a Converted Ohio Barn

Adrienne DeRosa

Tucked neatly into an existing bay of the barn, the open kitchen is a comfortable hub of the home. Rather than create a solid division between the kitchen and the children's TV area, Franklin finished only the lower portion of the post-and-beam supports. The ladder is one of the original features of the barn that Franklin could not imagine ever removing. Cleverly integrated into the support post, its original function allowed workers to climb above large haystacks and pick and toss hay down a chute to the feeding area below. Franklin's children, 10 and 14, also enjoy this aspect of their home. "The kids and their friends run, slide, climb up the ladder and have a ton of fun," he explains, "It’s a barn! It is a place to share with friends and family." Adrienne DeRosa Photography

rutledge st. residence - from open kitchen to the view

building Lab, inc.

this extensive whole house remodel in the bernal heights area of san francisco transforms the home from insular and compartmentalized to open and flowing. the most prominent moves include reorganization of and opening up the main stair, relocation of the kitchen and capture of space under house for master suite. the new stair draws light deep into the entry foyer and features a sculptural acrylic screen. the new open concept kitchen, dining, and living space emphasizes comfort, continuity and functionality while highlighting a spectacular panoramic view to downtown san francisco. architect: neal schwartz; photo by Matthew Millman .

Farmhouse Kitchen

Chalet St-Donat

Pammax Design Intérieur Inc.

Cuisine avec îlot et comptoir bar. Crédt photo Olivier St-Onges

Walnut Heaven

Nouvelle Cuisine Design

Resolutely contemporary, this galley kitchen is radiantly beautiful. The walnut veneer cabinets and the built-in appliances are fully integrated into the wall to create a clean and slick effect. In this block, the only breach is found at the stove, where the horizontal and vertical surfaces are veneered with a brass sheet. This particular treatment definitely brings uniqueness and originality to the kitchen. The marble-like quartz countertop enlightens the room, while giving it a touch of elegance. In addition, the dark gray color of the ceiling emphasizes the kitchen zone in the space and creates a strong contrast that makes this kitchen, even more unique. Finally, the walnut veneer found on other storage units around the kitchen shows us the attention to detail and the unification of all the different zones, sought by the designer

Cove End

GO LOGIC

Nestled on a south-facing, sloped site overlooking a bay in midcoast Maine, a 2,000 square-foot, two-story home makes the most of its small site and the stunning views surrounding it. The simple and compact building form, reflecting the classic, restrained midcoast peaked roof vernacular surrounding it, combined with an energy-efficient shell, results in a house that is an exceptionally comfortable sanctuary in a rough-and-tumble coastal environment. photo by Trent Bell

Milwaukie Kitchen

Sitka Projects

Ash Creek Photography

Mid-Century Modern Kitchen

Essentia Interiors, Ltd.

Renovated, open-plan mid-century modern kitchen with red accents. Dual beer tap beverage bar integrated into galley-style kitchen. Teri Fotheringham photography

Harrisburg PA, Small Kitchen Contemporary Remodel

Mother Hubbard's Custom Cabinetry

Carl Socolow

The Boulevard

Urban Development Inc

Lisa Petrole Photography Elsa Santos Stylist

Galley Kitchen with Metal 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!