1937 Spanish Bungalow kitchen remodel

I was contacted by a young couple who had purchased a charming bungalow that they love except for the dysfunctional kitchen and laundry room. The kitchen was about 10 foot by 11’-6”, plus a bay window area. The laundry room was a separate 4’-9” by 11’-6” with a door to the kitchen, an adjacent bathroom and the exterior door. Therefore the room did not have the functional space needed for this family of four. I developed a floor plan that would remove the wall between the kitchen and laundry to create one large room. The door to the bathroom would be closed up. It was accessible from the bedroom on the other side. The room became 14’-10” by 11’-6”, large enough to include a small center island. Then I wrapped the perimeter walls with new white shaker style cabinets. We kept the sink under the window but made it a focal point with a white farm sink and new faucet. The range stayed in the same location below an original octagon window. The opposite wall is designed for function with full height storage on the left and a new side-by-side refrigerator with storage above. The new stacking washer and dryer complete the width of this new wall. Mary Broerman, CCIDC

ARCADIA III

Santana Interiors

UNKNOWN

Link House, Sydney

RENATO D'ETTORRE ARCHITECTS

Photographer: Murray Fredericks

Riverside Custom Home

Stephens Development Company

Wailea Wet Bar

User

Custom Sapele cabinetry with Manhattan Green granite in a more user-friendly layout provides more counter space and more storage. The previous wall is mirror is gone and yet the new design feels much more open and larger. Imagine that! Photo Credit: Michelle Turner, BY DESIGN Builders

Maple to Gray: A Kitchen Transformed

Creative Cabinets and Fine Finishes, LLC

Originally maple, these cabinets were refinished to a gray painted finish. Other additions include farmhouse sink, subway tile backsplash, Quartz on perimeter countertops and Tob Knobs cabinetry hardware.

Long Beach Apartment Kitchen and Bathroom

KS Restorations & Home Improvements Inc.

Кухня-столовая

Be In Art

French Country Kitchen

John McClain Design

This kitchen was updated while bringing in our client’s love for France. We decided the best approach was an updated French feel while modernizing the kitchen with a new layout and sophisticated finishes. New GE Café appliances, granite countertops and custom cabinetry round out this inviting kitchen. Another twist: Moroccan pendant lights to add a touch of glamour to the otherwise neutral room. Harvey Smith Photography

White Transitional Kitchen

Granite Transformations

Mount Olympus Modern Kitchen

Landivar Design Inc.

Yvonne Landivar

Executive Provincial Home

Xclusiv Built Projects

Kitchen with secret doors to a butlers kitchen

New Kitchen - Open Plan White Gloss

Original Kitchens

Open Plan White Gloss - Large Island

Hillary's Residence

CA Design

This beautiful white lacquered kitchen forms part of a home decorated in the Hamptons style. It features clean lines natural stone marble bench tops. The island bench houses the induction cooktop with a motorized height adjustment rangehood allowing uninterrupted views when not in use.

Curran Kitchen/ Basement

Stillo Construction Ltd.

Beekeeper's House

All About You - Ann & Angelo Cane

Mudeford

Hallmark Kitchen Designs

Helmsley Kitchen

Treske Ltd

A beautiful and practical kitchen was designed for a new extension sun room with a central ceiling lantern. A spacious and contemporary wooden kitchen with a comfortable feel it also sits well with the owner’s period house. A large central island placed exactly below the lantern, accommodates many appliances and the Belfast sink. The lightness of the kitchen was further enhanced with a travertine floor. A flush fitting induction hob sits opposite the AGA in the island top, the flush fit allowing the working surface to be uninterrupted and usable. Around the cream, four-oven AGA is a substantial bold pippy oak corbelled over-mantle that incorporates bespoke storage cupboards. A preparatory sink to the right side of the AGA, and a wine rack finish the run. The positioning of the handmade bespoke mantle and island give the kitchen a focal point, balance and symmetry.

Contemporary Kitchen with white laminate doors

Main Line Kitchen Design

Linda McManus

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!