Restoration of a victorian property into a modern dynamic family home. Photo credit: Gavin Stewart

Patchwork

Atelier OCTA Architecture-Architecture intérieure

Minimalist Kitchen Remodel

Milgard Windows & Doors

The new windows in the kitchen and breakfast nook, along with the remodeled layout of the kitchen, helped the space feel light and airy. As the natural light comes in, your eye is drawn to the exterior providing a connection to the backyard and pool area.

Suburban Contemporary Design

Edgewater Design Group

As written in Northern Home & Cottage by Elizabeth Edwards Sara and Paul Matthews call their head-turning home, located in a sweet neighborhood just up the hill from downtown Petoskey, “a very human story.” Indeed it is. Sara and her husband, Paul, have a special-needs son as well as an energetic middle-school daughter. This home has an answer for everyone. Located down the street from the school, it is ideally situated for their daughter and a self-contained apartment off the great room accommodates all their son’s needs while giving his caretakers privacy—and the family theirs. The Matthews began the building process by taking their thoughts and needs to Stephanie Baldwin and her team at Edgewater Design Group. Beyond the above considerations, they wanted their new home to be low maintenance and to stand out architecturally, “But not so much that anyone would complain that it didn’t work in our neighborhood,” says Sara. “We were thrilled that Edgewater listened to us and were able to give us a unique-looking house that is meeting all our needs.” Lombardy LLC built this handsome home with Paul working alongside the construction crew throughout the project. The low maintenance exterior is a cutting-edge blend of stacked stone, black corrugated steel, black framed windows and Douglas fir soffits—elements that add up to an organic contemporary look. The use of black steel, including interior beams and the staircase system, lend an industrial vibe that is courtesy of the Matthews’ friend Dan Mello of Trimet Industries in Traverse City. The couple first met Dan, a metal fabricator, a number of years ago, right around the time they found out that their then two-year-old son would never be able to walk. After the couple explained to Dan that they couldn’t find a solution for a child who wasn’t big enough for a wheelchair, he designed a comfortable, rolling chair that was just perfect. They still use it. The couple’s gratitude for the chair resulted in a trusting relationship with Dan, so it was natural for them to welcome his talents into their home-building process. A maple floor finished to bring out all of its color-tones envelops the room in warmth. Alder doors and trim and a Doug fir ceiling reflect that warmth. Clearstory windows and floor-to-ceiling window banks fill the space with light—and with views of the spacious grounds that will become a canvas for Paul, a retired landscaper. The couple’s vibrant art pieces play off against modernist furniture and lighting that is due to an inspired collaboration between Sara and interior designer Kelly Paulsen. “She was absolutely instrumental to the project,” Sara says. “I went through two designers before I finally found Kelly.” The open clean-lined kitchen, butler’s pantry outfitted with a beverage center and Miele coffee machine (that allows guests to wait on themselves when Sara is cooking), and an outdoor room that centers around a wood-burning fireplace, all make for easy, fabulous entertaining. A den just off the great room houses the big-screen television and Sara’s loom— making for relaxing evenings of weaving, game watching and togetherness. Tourgoers will leave understanding that this house is everything great design should be. Form following function—and solving very human issues with soul-soothing style.

Flashing ,Queens ,NY

Designbysa

Modern Kitchen

Marina Shores at Dune Harbor

Phillippe Builders

Кухня "BAGUETTE".

Комод & Кухни (ООО "Комод и Кухни)

Мебель в стиле "неоклассика " во всем своем великолепии, Карниз верхний с подкарнизником. Цоколь- МДФ с фрезировкой. Цвет эмали по RAL9003. Подсветка- врезной профиль в навесных корпусах и колонках.

Jones Project

Panhandle Cabinets

Removed and replaced the cabinets. These cabinets are shaker white cabinets with laminate countertops.

Beverly Hills Kitchen

KSI Kitchen & Bath

Dura Supreme Cabinetry

Interiors Unlimited

Pierce ct. Boise, Warm Springs

NW Home Improvement

Modern transformation in Houston TX

By Design Interiors, Inc.

So many elements come together to make this kitchen a wonderful place to live. The mesquite floors were sourced from a Texas mill and is combined with ipe wood planking accenting the island. Soapstone and quarts counter tops play off each other combing function with good looks. Other elements are beautiful examples of perfect contrast: light and dark cabinetry, mixes of gold and silver metals, commercial appliances with residential finishes. Photographer: Jeno Design

Deer Creek Custom Home - Villagio

Huffman Custom Homes

Black and white gourmet chef's kitchen with waterfall edge granite and stainless appliances.

Appartamento a Cernusco

Caterina Martini

Cucina bianca con schienale in piastrelle con texture 3d. Illuminazione sottopensile con striscia led. top nero e pavimento in parquet.

Classic Lines

Panache Designs

Silver Spring second story addition and kitchen

Grossmueller's Design Consultants

Kitchen & Dining Room

The House Designers

The gorgeous kitchen and dining room of the neo prairie San Joaquin house plan. View THD-9094: https://www.thehousedesigners.com/plan/san-joaquin-9094/

Windsor Park

Cucina Bella Ltd. - Rebecca Gagne CKD

Dramatic almost black island and bar area anchor this white transitional kitchen. Wood floors and textured backsplash add nice dimensions to this space. The walk through pantry gives loads of additional storage to this great kitchen.

Квартира в ЖК Мосфильмовский 108 кв.м

Анна Маркова | Lierne Design

Борис Бочкарев

Grey Kitchen with Black Benchtop 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!