The shaker cabinets are complimented with 2 different colors of Caesarstone countertops. The perimeter is off-white with beige & gray speckles, while the center island has more contrast with the “Wild Rice” Caesarstone. In keeping with the Spanish architectural influence, a classic Spanish accent tile is featured on the backsplash. The flooring is travertine, 18” square tiles laid on the diagonal with tight grout joints. Mary Broerman, CCIDC

White Handleless Urban Kitchen - Open Plan Kitchen

Neil Norton Design

With fantastic views out into the garden, this clean and white handleless kitchen features a large island unit with generous storage and gas hob with a bespoke built in extractor unit. This open plan kitchen and living space can be enjoyed by the whole family.

Briar Hollow Townhome

Melissa Sharp, Designer at Kitchen & Bath Concepts

This dated home was completely renovated to be open & contemporary by removing columns, soffits & walls. Custom cabinetry was designed for every room with unique materials & finishes, like polished stainless steel & natural walnut accented in cool tones. Special features were designed throughout, such as the large-scale hood, monolithic breakfast table & architectural build outs. The overall aesthetic is one of cohesion, harmony & balance, a dramatic change to the previously traditional space.

Contemporary, Handleless Kitchen, Reading

Simple Kitchens

Open plan kitchen with peninsula and integrated appliances.

Urban Kitchen | City Heights, CA

Leanne Michael L U X E lifestyle design

Young urban chic, semi-custom kitchen design with an eclectic mix of boho, farmhouse and industrial features and accents! All prefab cabinets mindfully designed to look custom, custom plaster range hood, reclaimed wood floating shelves and accent trim on hood, hammered brass hardware and sconces, Moravian star pendant light, beveled subway tile, Fireclay farm sink, custom drop leaf service cart that doubles as an island table with industrial bar stools, custom wine bar and iron mirror, custom bifold iron and glass French doors and a Turkish rug.

Industrial Chic kitchen

Christopher Howard

Electric conduits were run on the original stone wall for electrical sockets and lighting above the worktops and Everhot cooker. Exterior lighting was chosen in a steel finish.

Spanish Charm

Larissa Hicks- S&W Kitchens, Inc.

Bespoke Painted Shaker Kitchen

EKOS

Pigeon grey shaker style kitchen, display cabinet with bi folding doors to give access to the uninterrupted work surface, one breakfast bar, one island and one peninsular. extra tall cabinets to the ceiling, integrated appliances, stone floor oak veneer cabinets

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BRADSHAW DESIGNS LLC

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Transitional Kitchen

RHOC Interior Design, Kitchen & Gardens | Coto de Caza, CA

Leanne Michael L U X E lifestyle design

This kitchen needed a mini makeover with new back splash basket weave tile, new paint and a weathered painted and waxed finiish on the center island to "lighten" the kitchen up. The chandeliers were reused however we removed their furry hats and repalced with decoratuve bulbs. All the drapes were custom and the kitchen nook table and chairs were a great local resale find. Interior Design & Florals by Leanne Michael Custom Wall Finish by Peter Bolton Photography by Gail Owens

Old Braeswood Renovation

Laura Manchee Designs

Miro Dvorscak

Balmain Residence - Open Plan Kitchen, Dining, Living by studioJLA

Justin Loe Architects

Sun lit open plan living space with a high curved ceiling to wash down light from a set of automatic louvres. Glass sliding doors hide into a wall cavity providing a fantastic indoor outdoor living space

Luxury Kitchen Remodel with High End Cabinetry

Reed Design Build, LLC

Transitional Custom Kitchen

AMI Design

Dark wood cabinetry complimented by grey stone counter. Modern/transtional kitchen design

Olde Orleans, Inc Covington Project

Jefferson Door Company

Home was built by Olde Orleans, Inc in Covington La. Jefferson Door supplied the custom 10 foot tall Mahogany exterior doors, 9 foot tall interior doors, windows (Krestmart), moldings, columns (HB&G) and door hardware (Emtek).

Residence Moscow

CornerStone Interiors

Kitchen Pantry

Bankston May Associates

Photo Credit: Chipper Hatter Architect: Kevin Harris Architect, LLC Builder: Jarrah Builders Custom made pantry doors with an antique finish, Kitchen Design, Interior Design, neutral tone, workspace next to pantry.

Farmhouse Painted Shaker Breakfasting Kitchen

Newcastle Kitchen & Bedroom Co

Situated within a recently renovated farmhouse; our bespoke shaker furniture finished in farrow and ball’s elephant’s breath with contrasting island in Little Greene paint company’s attic ii, creates an earthy palette which draws inspiration from it’s rural surroundings. the ‘L’ shaped island provides maximum prep space combined with large breakfast bar makes this a perfect layout for family and entertaining.

Country love

Collaroy Kitchen Centre

Grey Kitchen with Travertine Floors 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!