Trabuco Canyon Kitchen

Inspire Interiors

Lake Pulaski Residence

Murphy & Co. Design

Lake Pulaski Residence

Martin Residence - Kitchen

Caribou Creek Log & Timber

Client Calgary Soho

Elle Peters Design

Photo by Jamie Anholt

In-Law Suite Addition and Kitchen Renovation

American Contracting Services, LLC

Seaforth

Real Constructions Pty Ltd

Peter Crumpton

Transitional Kitchen Remodel For Hosting

User

Custom stain refinished floors, warm stained maple cabinets, beautifully rich multi-colored countertop, warm bronze sink, soft tiled backsplash with accent and layered lights for task and ambient lighting creates a warm and inviting kitchen to host family and friends.

Natural Maple Cabinets – Subtly Elegant

French Creek Designs Kitchen & Bath Design Center

Client Kitchen Remodel 122 is transformed with natural maple cabinets for a subtle elegance. This client removed medium wood cabinets for a softer, more elegant facelift in this kitchen. Further, with the importance of removing a pony wall which included a bartop. Therefore sliding the sink up below the window for easier access. In return, this provided a more open concept in the kitchen.

Wilderness Open Concept Kitchen

GMH Construction

Ojai Modern Garage Conversion into Guesthouse/ ADU

Sol Haus Design

The studio has an open plan layout with natural light filtering the space with skylights and french doors to the outside. The kitchen is open to the living area and has plenty of storage. The open shelving is a playful arrangement of boxes on the wall. It also disguises the A/C unit!

Traditional Kitchen

Bridges Const.

Stonebridge Kitchen Renovation

Manotick Kitchen and Bath

Modern Rustic Black Kitchen in Wendover

Ridgeway Interiors

With a striking, bold design that's both sleek and warm, this modern rustic black kitchen is a beautiful example of the best of both worlds. When our client from Wendover approached us to re-design their kitchen, they wanted something sleek and sophisticated but also comfortable and warm. We knew just what to do — design and build a contemporary yet cosy kitchen. This space is about clean, sleek lines. We've chosen Hacker Systemat cabinetry — sleek and sophisticated — in the colours Black and Oak. A touch of warm wood enhances the black units in the form of oak shelves and backsplash. The wooden accents also perfectly match the exposed ceiling trusses, creating a cohesive space. This modern, inviting space opens up to the garden through glass folding doors, allowing a seamless transition between indoors and out. The area has ample lighting from the garden coming through the glass doors, while the under-cabinet lighting adds to the overall ambience. The island is built with two types of worksurface: Dekton Laurent (a striking dark surface with gold veins) for cooking and Corian Designer White for eating. Lastly, the space is furnished with black Siemens appliances, which fit perfectly into the dark colour palette of the space.

Autumn Brook

Rockhaven Homes

Modern Kitchen Transformation with Mudroom Nook and Eclectic Dining Room

The Rath Project LLC

Modern open kitchen with counter to ceiling quartz walls and countertops. Stainless steel appliances with wood accents make for an inviting space.

Monaco Kitchen

Design a la Carte Inc

Completely renovated kitchen in a vintage home. Opened 2 rooms and closed off a doorway to create a space large enough for an island. Also opened the doorway to the eating nook and back door. Ron Garrison Photography

Dundrum, Dublin 14

Doheny Interiors

The kitchen and TV room across the back of the property were combined to make one open plan living space. It now contains a large kitchen, dining and sitting area. The space is south east facing and get a lot of direct sunlight from mid afternoon.

Kitchen with a Double-bowl Sink and Multi-Coloured 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!