Kitchen Photo by Rob Karosis

Home Tour: Amanda Jane Jones Curated Minimalist Abode

SmartFurniture

Let the food be the focus in the kitchen with simple storage and few furniture pieces.

Reflexa Titanium

BKT LOFT Italian Kitchen Cabinets in San Diego

REFLEXA is a kitchen in post-forming shiny brushed laminated available in six colours: WHITE, RED BORDEAUX, GEM, ACORN, TITANIUM and LIGHT BLUE; the horizontal border of the doors frame is in PVC profiles of matching colour. It is an particularly eye catching product both in terms of look as well as composition, thanks to the lightness of its shapes, volumes and colours, all this combined to technological appliances of exceptional structural and functional quality.

Wood Flooring

Floorcraft

Giglio

Barnett Building Contractors

Artsy Vibe in Mid-Century Modern Ranch

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Historical Renovation Objective: The homeowners asked us to join the project after partial demo and construction was in full swing. Their desire was to significantly enlarge and update the charming mid-century modern home to meet the needs of their joined families and frequent social gatherings. It was critical though that the expansion be seamless between old and new, where one feels as if the home “has always been this way”. Solution: We created spaces within rooms that allowed family to gather and socialize freely or allow for private conversations. As constant entertainers, the couple wanted easier access to their favorite wines than having to go to the basement cellar. A custom glass and stainless steel wine cellar was created where bottles seem to float in the space between the dining room and kitchen area. A nineteen foot long island dominates the great room as well as any social gathering where it is generally spread from end to end with food and surrounded by friends and family. Aside of the master suite, three oversized bedrooms each with a large en suite bath provide plenty of space for kids returning from college and frequent visits from friends and family. A neutral color palette was chosen throughout to bring warmth into the space but not fight with the clients’ collections of art, antique rugs and furnishings. Soaring ceiling, windows and huge sliding doors bring the naturalness of the large wooded lot inside while lots of natural wood and stone was used to further complement the outdoors and their love of nature. Outside, a large ground level fire-pit surrounded by comfortable chairs is another favorite gathering spot.

Office Storage

CLOSET ENGINEERS

169 - San Clemente - Design Build Transitional Kitchen Remodel

APlus Interior Design & Remodeling

Design Build Transitional Kitchen Remodel with custom cabinets in San Clemente with Halloween Decoration

Navy and White Kitchen

Lisa Sladewski

Navy & White Kitchen Remodel A family with six children needs a lot of counterspace and storage! This fresh and fun kitchen was updated with a larger pantry & a 48" range. Kemper Maritime Maritime Blue base cabinets and White painted wall cabinets in a full overlay Marimac Doorstyle. The hood was custom built on site to accommodate the new range. The base cabinets include roll trays and a double wastebasket cabinet. Photo by Straight Arrow Customs, LLC

Painted Brick Traditional Georgian

Wyrick Residential Design

Huntington Project

Rock Valley Cabinetry

Pantry off of Kitchen

West Melton Home

Byres Building Group

Ponte Vedra Golf Course Home

J.L. Smith Construction, Inc.

These beautiful custom cabinets are a gray stain and make a unique storage solution to the pantry.

Awbrey Glen Kitchen, Powder Bath & Wine Cellar

Neil Kelly Company

In this classic Bend, Oregon home, the kitchen received a stunning update with custom knotty alder cabinets, a walnut butcher block island, iron hardware, a vintage inspired range with a custom range hood, and a quintessential farmhouse sink.

5630 WEST WILSON AVENUE

JH DESIGN, INC.

OPEN KITCHEN WITH QUARTZ COUNTER, MAPLE CABINETS, OPEN SHELVING, SLIDING BARN DOOR TO PANTRY, BUTCHER BLOCK COUNTERS, FARMHOUSE SINK , EXPOSED CHICAGO COMMON BRICK, WALK-IN PANTRY

Traditional Kitchen with Extras - Norwell, MA

Transitions Kitchens and Baths

This traditional kitchen design is packed with features that will make it the center of this home. The white perimeter kitchen cabinets include glass front upper cabinets with in cabinet lighting. A matching mantel style hood frames the large Wolf oven and range. This is contrasted by the gray island cabinetry topped with a wood countertop. The walk in pantry includes matching cabinetry with plenty of storage space and a custom pantry door. A built in Wolf coffee station, undercounter wine refrigerator, and convection oven make this the perfect space to cook, socialize, or relax with family and friends. Photos by Susan Hagstrom

Pantry

Southern Closet Systems Inc.

Prairie Village Home Renovation

Faust Construction

Kitchen Pantry with Wood 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!