Full kitchen remodel

Modern Farmhouse

Rockwood Custom Homes

Zoonmedia

Large Island Transitional Kitchen

Vineyard Chic Kitchens

Mission Transition

Renovisions

This kitchen had not been renovated since the salt box colonial house was built in the 1960’s. The new owner felt it was time for a complete refresh with some traditional details and adding in the owner’s contemporary tastes. At initial observation, we determined the house had good bones; including high ceilings and abundant natural light from a double-hung window and three skylights overhead recently installed by our client. Mixing the homeowners desires required the skillful eyes of Cathy and Ed from Renovisions. The original kitchen had dark stained, worn cabinets, in-adequate lighting and a non-functional coat closet off the kitchen space. In order to achieve a true transitional look, Renovisions incorporated classic details with subtle, simple and cleaner line touches. For example, the backsplash mix of honed and polished 2” x 3” stone-look subway tile is outlined in brushed stainless steel strips creating an edgy feel, especially at the niche above the range. Removing the existing wall that shared the coat closet opened up the kitchen to allow adding an island for seating and entertaining guests. We chose natural maple, shaker style flat panel cabinetry with longer stainless steel pulls instead of knobs, keeping in line with the clients desire for a sleeker design. This kitchen had to be gutted to accommodate the new layout featuring an island with pull-out trash and recycling and deeper drawers for utensils. Spatial constraints were top of mind and incorporating a convection microwave above the slide-in range made the most sense. Our client was thrilled with the ability to bake, broil and microwave from GE’s advantium oven – how convenient! A custom pull-out cabinet was built for his extensive array of spices and oils. The sink base cabinet provides plenty of area for the large rectangular stainless steel sink, single-lever multi-sprayer faucet and matching filtered water dispenser faucet. The natural, yet sleek green soapstone countertop with distinct white veining created a dynamic visual and principal focal point for the now open space. While oak wood flooring existed in the entire first floor, as an added element of color and interest we installed multi-color slate-look porcelain tiles in the kitchen area. We also installed a fully programmable floor heating system for those chilly New England days. Overall, out client was thrilled with his Mission Transition.

Kitchen Renovation

Truitt Foug Architects

Modern kitchen renovation in painted wood, soapstone, hex tile, and slate. BlueStar range and hood, Kitchen-Aid dishwasher, Chicago Faucet fittings, Just sink, Fabulux Fresnel Cylinder lights. Hester + Hardaway Photgraphers

A Marriage Of Styles

Square Footage Inc.

Photography by downtownphotos.ca

Period Kitchen Remodel

Chris Donatelli Builders

Complete kitchen remodel. Open up space to other rooms while reoganizing layout of appliances and work areas. "copyright Image Center/Marco Zecchin"

Clean Curves

Adams + Beasley Associates

Nat Rea Photography

Kitchen Remodel in Paoli, PA

Pine Street Carpenters & The Kitchen Studio

Industrial Farmhouse Kitchen

Henderer Design + Build

This kitchen has so many gorgeous details. The Brazilian Black Soapstone counters, black walnut island with Caesarstone counters, large new windows, walnut hood trim and floating shelves, beautiful tile floor, and fun sconces over the sink. The homeowner also requested a dutch door to access their deck and it is a great addition to this space. Photos by: KuDa Photography

Whimsical Waterfront Beach Home

Judith Wright Design

A wonderful home on the sands of Puget Sound was ready for a little updating. With the TV now in a media room, the cabinetry was no longer functional. The entire fireplace wall makes an impressive statement. We modified the kitchen island and appliance layout keeping the overall footprint intact. New counter tops, backsplash tile, and painted cabinets and fixtures refresh the now light and airy chef-friendly kitchen. Andrew Webb- ClarityNW-Judith Wright Design

Quakertown Farmhouse Renovation

Jarrett Design

This historic farmhouse was given a breath of fresh air with white cabinets from Plain & Fancy Custom Cabinetry and a custom hand planed tiger maple island by a local craftsman. Bucks County Soapstone Company Inc was used for the countertops, giving the kitchen a feeling like it's been there all along. The original floors and ceiling beams were maintained, keeping the integrity of the space. Matt Villano Photography

Galley White Country Kitchen

K T Highland, Inc.

This galley kitchen features soap stone countertops and sink, slate look porcelain tile, and a laundry room hidden in a closet.

Large Island Transitional Kitchen

Vineyard Chic Kitchens

Cardiff Kitchen

Integrity Home Improvements, Inc.

Bay Head Beach Bungalow

Chango

Interior Architecture, Interior Design, Art Curation, and Custom Millwork & Furniture Design by Chango & Co. Construction by Siano Brothers Contracting Photography by Jacob Snavely See the full feature inside Good Housekeeping

Shirley Remodeled Kitchen

Kevin McManamon Interior Design

The kitchen is floored in wide-plank heart pine, antiqued to make the wood look old. Counters are soapstone. The utilitarian stainless shelving is restaurant-supply quality right "out of the box."

Sheri Olson

Sheri Olson Architecture PLLC

Modern open kitchen. Photo by Benjamin Benschneider

Merriam Park Bungalow Kitchen

Spencer Design Associates

A modern kitchen filled with detail for a private chef and her family. A combination of color, classic finishes, and hand crafted details, along with curated art and pottery brings together an everyday environment that has become central to this young families daily lives.

Findlay Farmhouse

Jamee Parish Architects, LLC

modern farmhouse kitchen

Grey Kitchen with Soapstone Benchtops 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!