Photography by Jeffery Volker

Pietra Grey is a distinguishing trait of the I Naturali series is soil. A substance which on the one hand recalls all things primordial and on the other the possibility of being plied. As a result, the slab made from the ceramic lends unique value to the settings it clads.

Beautiful Remodel in Los Gatos

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

Beautiful open floor plan kitchen remodel with huge island and display cabinets

Eagan Project

Jae Taylor Designs LLC

In the New Walk In Pantry, we repurposed some of the old kitchen cabinets and counters into a Coffee Bar in one area, and a Device Charging Station in another part of the room The room is divided to include a custom built pantry for lots of additional storage.

Silver Oak Ct. Kitchen Remodel

Rachael Elise Design

These amazing clients asked for a green kitchen, and that ls exactly what they got! With any remodel we always start with ideas, and clients wish list. Next we select all the building materials, faucets, lighting and paint colors. During construction we do everything needed to execute the design and client dream!

Booker Bay Modern

Sensational Kitchens

Stunning modern Square edge Handle-less kitchen accented with Blackbutt Timber shelving and Natural stone benchtops in Cosmic Black by CDK Stone.

Laurelhurst Kitchen

Rockwood Cabinetry

Remodel by Tricolor Construction Interior Design by Maison Inc. Photos by David Papazian

The Perfect Green Kitchen

Cedarstone Renovations Improvements Inc.

Custom kitchen redone after opening the space by removing the structural wall that used to separate the kitchen and the dining areas.

The Country House

Christine Donner Kitchen Design Inc.

The mudroom, with bluestone floor, is the place to sit and take off boots, hang up jackets, etc. Railroad lamps and bunny hooks add to the charm of this small space. Photo by Mary Ellen Hendricks

French Country Kitchen

Eisenbrandt Companies

The most elegant, cozy, quaint, french country kitchen in the heart of Roland Park. Simple shaker-style white cabinets decorated with a mix of lacquer gold latches, knobs, and ring pulls. Custom french-cafe-inspired hood with an accent of calacattta marble 3x6 subway tile. A center piece of the white Nostalgie Series 36 Inch Freestanding Dual Fuel Range with Natural Gas and 5 Sealed Brass Burners to pull all the gold accents together. Small custom-built island wrapped with bead board and topped with a honed Calacatta Vagli marble with ogee edges. Black ocean honed granite throughout kitchen to bring it durability, function, and contrast!

Agatha Black Granite Kitchen Countertops Update in Warren, NJ

Aqua Kitchen and Bath Design Center

Agatha Black Granite, also known as Agata Black, is perfect, jet black granite with gorgeous, free movements of gray and white veins. These veins in combination with contrasting background is exactly what makes this natural stone so deeply luxurious.

A look at the corner of this kitchen with sleek black countertops, under cabinet lighting and the brushed chrome hardware. Photos by Chris Veith

Contemporary Kitchen

Woodways

This Woodways design includes a large walk in pantry complete with the same high gloss acrylic material found in the island. Creative storage solutions are used to increase accessibility and organization to areas in your kitchen. These pantry drawers roll out to give full access to storage within your cabinet. Photo Credit: Gabe Fahlen with Birch Tree Design

Gold Fork

Gardner Homes

The Gold Fork is a contemporary mid-century design with clean lines, large windows, and the perfect mix of stone and wood. Taking that design aesthetic to an open floor plan offers great opportunities for functional living spaces, smart storage solutions, and beautifully appointed finishes. With a nod to modern lifestyle, the tech room is centrally located to create an exciting mixed-use space for the ability to work and live. Always the heart of the home, the kitchen is sleek in design with a full-service butler pantry complete with a refrigerator and loads of storage space.

Land Park, CA Contemporary/Mid-Century Modern Remodel

Kristen Elizabeth Design

Small study space at the end of the kitchen with a mid-century modern seat for the desk, Roller shade fabric from pindler fabrics.

Lindon Modernization

South Haven Homes

Organization is key with a busy family on the go. We utilized the space from an existing garage to make room for a mudroom and pantry in this remodel. We relocated another garage so the owner didn't lose any more space to house vehicles.

Princeton Junction

Wilkes Architects - Princeton Design Guild

Modern Guest House Kitchen

ADU Contractors - Build. Design. Remodel.

Small modern guest house kitchen with high gloss white cabinets and black appliances, leathered granite countertops and a small pantry.

Pantry and Coffee Nook

Kitchen Intuitions

This kitchen corner holds a wall oven and built-in microwave drawer, complete with kitchen pantry and landing space for coffee. Photos by Chris Veith

Kitchen Pantry 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!