For this holiday home in Wanaka, our client knew exactly what they were looking for. The heroes here are the beautiful stone benchtop with a waterfall end feature, alongside the textured doweling in the island base. A great way to enhance the level of finish. A clean and clutter-free space, enabled by the highly functional walk-in pantry tucked in behind. The finer details: - Benchtop: Caesarstone 50mm in Cloudburst Concrete - Lacquered base units in Alabaster with a 30% gloss finish - Woodgrain units in Bestwood Best Maple, Woodgrain - Island back doweling, lacquered to match base units.

Small but Mighty Kitchen

Blackdoor Design by Tamra Coviello

This small but mighty kitchen is designed for efficiency of space! Complete with pull out trash and recycling receptacle and wine cubby. The green and white arabesque backsplash is a POP of color against the classic white cabinets. Matte black hardware ties in the modern, black appliances. This kitchen is small but efficient!

Kitchen Renovation-Saint Vincent Lane

Molly's Marketplace, a home renovation's paradise

We completely renovated this kitchen for our clients Becky and Derek in Clermont, Florida. We started by removing the existing stove and replacing it with a drop in cook top. Becky loves to bake, so we gave her an Oven and a mircowave/oven combo. We also installed a counter depth fridge which gave us more room for our custom island. We were able to custom build a bookcase for all of Becky's cook books and on the other side of the island, cabinets with lots of storage. To finish off this amazing kitchen we installed custom kitchen crown moldings so that the kitchen appeared larger. The gray glass backsplash along with the stunning quartz with sparkles give this kitchen some shine and glam. The black kitchen handles and black light fixture over the sink really makes this space a beautiful combination of glam and rustic. We then continued the space on with custom floating shelves that we handcrafted along with moving the pantry down into the attached dining room. We then finished the spaces off with custom Barn Doors over the pantry and a handsome Custom Built Dining Table.

White Shaker Brantford Condo

GK Interior Solutions Inc.

New facelift for this condo in Brantford. Interior design ideas provided by Carolyn Wilbrink from Small Town Style and CW Design & Co. Cloud White bevel shaker doors with Fantasy Brown Granite countertops. We incorporated a wood hood to this kitchen along with additional accessories such as a 2-bin garbage pull out and super-susan in the corner base cabinet for maximum access for this client. The microwave was integrated into the peninsula with a stainless steel trim kit. We added corbels on either end of the peninsula to add a touch of elegance.

College Ave., San Francisco Modern Flip

Chic Home Interiors

Glacier Gloss White

The Rigid Kitchen Company

Range: Glacier Gloss Colour: White Worktops: Quartz

College Ave., San Francisco Modern Flip

Chic Home Interiors

Kitchen Renovation-Saint Vincent Lane

Molly's Marketplace, a home renovation's paradise

Black and White Kitchen

Rylex Custom Cabinetry and Closets

With thoughtful planning, a kitchen renovation can solve storage issues and improve work flow. Custom cabinetry provides the components you need in the sizes and configurations you want in order to achieve your goals.

Kitchen dining area. After

Debi Interior Design

wrought Iron table and chairs with Ikea chair pads. String Light from Structube. Wall Cabinet from Ikea has a lower unit that holds microwave and inside cabinet small electric appliances are organized. The coordinated upper cabinet has glass doors and massive storage: 12 antique wine glasses, dessert bowels and lunch plates purchased from a Toronto auction. Contemporary art by designer, Debi Vance. Jared Olmsted / www.jodesigns.ca

Spacious White Kitchen

John Mast Construction, Inc.

Located in Orchard Housing Development, Designed and Constructed by John Mast Construction, Photos by Wesley Mast

Porter Dust Grey

The Rigid Kitchen Company

Range: Porter Colour: Dust Grey Worktop: Duropal

So much storage

Collaroy Kitchen Centre

This renovation included kitchen, laundry, powder room, with extensive building work.

kitchenCRATE Custom Barringham Lane

kitchen & bath CRATE

kitchenCRATE Custom Barringham Lane | Cabinets by Falton Custom Cabinets | Countertop: Silestone Eternal Charcoal Soapstone Quartz | Island Countertop: Caesarstone Cascata Polished Quartz | Backsplash: Bedrosians Venato Wall Tile | Sink: Blanco Diamond 1-3/4 Sink in Metallic Gray | Faucet: Kohler Simplice in Vibrant Stainless. | Cabinet Paint: Kelley-Moore City Loft in Semi-Gloss | Cabinet Paint (Island): Kelly-Moore Jasper Park in Satin Enamel | Wall Paint: Kelly-Moore Abilene Lace in Satin Enamel | Flooring: LVT Paradigm Gold Coast Flooring | For More Visit: https://kbcrate.com/kitchencrate-custom-barringham-lane-in-modesto-ca-is-complete/

Cleburne Remodel

The Cabinetry and Tile Studio

Large Cabinet removed over the island. Wilsonart Laminate Countertop Bianco Romano Daltile Tumbled Travertine Baja Cream Backsplash with Barbed Wire & Star Accent Marazzi Taiga wood-look Porcelain Tile

Magimix renovation

At Home by Design

The brief was to update a tired kitchen, which doubled as a conference room, along with a waiting room, entrance hall, stairs and first floor landing. The beautiful Georgian building retained many of its original features. The scheme highlighted these where possible, using a Farrow and Ball palette. Modern door handles were replaced with authentic brass handles, and beading was added to modern doors to help blend them with original doors still in situ. Care had to be taken to balance the period details with the needs of a modern brand.

A Kitchen Extension in Coventry

Resi Design Ltd.

This Coventry based home wanted to give the rear of their property a much-needed makeover and our architects were more than happy to help out! We worked closely with the homeowners to create a space that is perfect for entertaining and offers plenty of country style design touches both of them were keen to bring on board. When devising the rear extension, our team kept things simple. Opting for a classic square element, our team designed the project to sit within the property’s permitted development rights. This meant instead of a full planning application, the home merely had to secure a lawful development certificate. This help saves time, money, and spared the homeowners from any unwanted planning headaches. For the space itself, we wanted to create somewhere bright, airy, and with plenty of connection to the garden. To achieve this, we added a set of large bi-fold doors onto the rear wall. Ideal for pulling open in summer, and provides an effortless transition between kitchen and picnic area. We then maximised the natural light by including a set of skylights above. These simple additions ensure that even on the darkest days, the home can still enjoy the benefits of some much-needed sunlight. You can also see that the homeowners have done a wonderful job of combining the modern and traditional in their selection of fittings. That rustic wooden beam is a simple touch that immediately invokes that countryside cottage charm, while the slate wall gives a stylish modern touch to the dining area. The owners have threaded the two contrasting materials together with their choice of cream fittings and black countertops. The result is a homely abode you just can’t resist spending time in.

Pewaukee Lake 1st floor condo remodel

Colleen Horner Design Studio

NW 11th St Kitchen

RLC Design Build

Kitchen with a Double-bowl Sink and Laminate 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!