The Solstice team worked with these Crofton homeowners to achieve their vision of having a kitchen design that is the center of home life in this Chapman Farm home. The result is a kitchen located in the heart of the home, that serves as a welcome destination for family and visitors, with a highly effective layout. The addition of a peninsula adds extra seating and also separates the kitchen work zone from an external doorway and the living area. HomeCrest kitchen cabinets in willow finish Sedona maple includes customized pull out storage accessories like cooking utensil and knife storage inserts, pull out shelves, and more. The gray cabinetry is accented by an amazing Cambria "Langdon" quartz countertop and gray subway tile backsplash. An Allora USA double bowl sink with American Standard pull out sprayer faucet is situated facing the window, and includes an InSinkErator Evolution garbage disposal and InstaHot water dispenser in chrome. The design is accented by stainless appliances, a warm wood floor, and under- and over-cabinet lighting.

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Gasson & Phillips Interiors

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Maven Home Interiors

Victorian Remodel in Salt Lake City. Professional Appliances. Custom Cabinetry, Made to order hand painted backsplash with quartzite counter tops.

Bel Air Kitchen Remodel

Innovative Design Build, Inc

Farmhouse style kitchen remodel. Our clients wanted to do a total refresh of their kitchen. We incorporated a warm toned vinyl flooring (Nuvelle Density Rigid Core in Honey Pecan"), two toned cabinets in a beautiful blue gray and cream (Diamond cabinets) granite countertops and a gorgeous gas range (GE Cafe Pro range). By overhauling the laundry and pantry area we were able to give them a lot more storage. We reorganized a lot of the kitchen creating a better flow specifically giving them a coffee bar station, cutting board station, and a new microwave drawer and wine fridge. Increasing the gas stove to 36" allowed the avid chef owner to cook without restrictions making his daily life easier. One of our favorite sayings is "I love it" and we are able to say thankfully we heard it a lot.

Placerville Remodel

Buildersmith Inc.

Custom Kitchen Renovation, Pflugerville, TX

Statewide Remodeling

Originally, there was a raised bar behind the sink. Per the customer’s request, Statewide Remodeling lowered the 42” tall wall to the same height as the base cabinets, requiring all of the electrical outlets to be relocated. Statewide Remodeling paneled the wall to match the new cabinetry. New recessed can lighting, pendant lighting, under-cabinet lighting, and above-cabinet accent lighting were all rewired and installed by Statewide Remodeling, as well as the retexturing and repainting of all affected walls. All of the existing cabinets, countertops, backsplash and appliances were removed by Statewide Remodeling and all new materials installed by Statewide Remodeling.

Copper Accents Rustic Kitchen

Integrated Kitchens

Northern Liberties, Philadelphia: Whole Condo Renovation

Buckminster Green LLC

Traditional Kitchen Remodel with Custom Countertops

Minneapolis Granite

Stylish and Sensible Kitchen, Oakland

Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.

Mike Kaskel Photography

Chevy Chase, MD Contemporary 3-story Addition

FineCraft Contractors, Inc.

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Glasgow Townhouse

Bauen Design

A beautiful townhouse in the Park area of Glasgow required a kitchen to match its stunning surroundings. We used matt white on the doors with feature granite worktops in Casalese. The island with granite downturns to each side shows off the stone beautifully. Again present in the back splash to the sink. The clean lines of this kitchen allow the existing features of the building to shine. From the original style sash and case windows with detailed wood panelled shutters to the existing cornice with gold leaf inserts. The island was designed to be as large as possible within the perimeters of the stone slab available to avoid any joins. We have also used the Bora Induction cooktop with integrated extractor, ideally suited to this situation. Avoiding the need of a suspended cooker hood from such a high ceiling. This also allows for feature lighting to be centred above the island. Ambient lighting also present above the kitchen run of units and above the bulkhead detail. Controlled independently means the client can change the lighting to their need or mood. A truly stunning kitchen within an amazing property.

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Midwest Family Lakehouse Remodel

The Cleary Company

Kitty approved! The new open concept first floor plan takes full advantage of lake views and allows for large gathering of family and friends. The new kitchen has ample countertop space with a gorgeous island featuring a live edge wood countertop. Exposed wood beams and black iron lighting fixtures offer a welcome contrast from white walls, cabinets and perimeter counters.

Jamaica NY

Beryl Designs by Keenia

2019 Preservation Resource Center Shotgun Tour Home

Dixie Construction, LLC

Cheerful and Organized in Deerfield

Kitchen Design Partners, Inc.

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Coastal Signature Homes

Tom Jenkins Photography

Spanish Charm

Larissa Hicks- S&W Kitchens, Inc.

Grey Kitchen with Multi-Coloured 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!