This period farmhouse in Oxfordshire retained elegant original features in a pared back style but was transformed with contemporary architectural elements. The styling was a mix of relaxed rustic pieces contrasting with 20th century antiques and soft ikats and linen upholstery

Re-purposed Rustic Industrial Kitchen

Design by Misha

Bold and bright, centering around re-purposed beam, maximizing space for entertaining. Includes custom designed dining table with reclaimed walnut, glass, and metal. Custom designed chandelier using glass globes and twine.

View of open concept space on first floor with new custom kitchen and dining beyond. Custom Stair to second floor also shown. John Cole Photography

Douglas Kitchen by WDC

Westborough Design Center, Inc.

Carol Savage

Private Client

Hora Interior Design

The kitchen had no link to the back garden so we removed the back wall and opened up the coal store with glass french doors. Added large ceramic floor tiles. A wooden breakfast bar was added to the existing wall between the dinning room and kitchen. New mid century lighting was added. The kitchen was bespoke stainless steel designed with inspiration from catering kitchens. Storage drawers where created using old apple creates brought off eBay which fitted into the open shelves. The stainless steel bench had a fitted belfast sink. A large storage cabinet had magnetic, chalk board doors fitted. Scrabble tiles made my Phillip Watts Design "Tea Toast" framed the window.

Downtown Santa Ana Loft

omranbahia

Box pleat valances with a shaped hem and tassel trim in a green kitchen

Curtain Call

My clients have a fabulous updated kitchen. The cabinets have staineless steel fronts, the walls are an ivy green and the woodwork is white. She wanted to introduce a warm print to soften the lines, and chose this fabulous floral. We fabricated box pleat valances with a shaped hem and green tassel trim

Kitchens

User

Perez - Kitchen Remodeling / Floors

Horizon Construction & Remodeling

shangri la condo

mango design co

The redesign of this 2400sqft condo allowed mango to stray from our usual modest home renovation and play! Our client directed us to ‘Make it AWESOME!’ and reflective of its downtown location. Ecologically, it hurt to gut a 3-year-old condo, but…… partitions, kitchen boxes, appliances, plumbing layout and toilets retained; all finishes, entry closet, partial dividing wall and lifeless fireplace demolished. Marcel Wanders’ whimsical, timeless style & my client’s Tibetan collection inspired our design & palette of black, white, yellow & brushed bronze. Marcel’s wallpaper, furniture & lighting are featured throughout, along with Patricia Arquiola’s embossed tiles and lighting by Tom Dixon and Roll&Hill. The rosewood prominent in the Shangri-La’s common areas suited our design; our local millworker used fsc rosewood veneers. Features include a rolling art piece hiding the tv, a bench nook at the front door and charcoal-stained wood walls inset with art. Ceaserstone countertops and fixtures from Watermark, Kohler & Zucchetti compliment the cabinetry. A white concrete floor provides a clean, unifying base. Ceiling drops, inset with charcoal-painted embossed tin, define areas along with rugs by East India & FLOR. In the transition space is a Solus ethanol-based firebox. Furnishings: Living Space, Inform, Mint Interiors & Provide

Flathead Lake Modern

Jeff Gilman Woodworking Inc.

Jeff Gilman Woodworking Inc. Detail of Gaggenau stainless steel appliances and Sub-Zero refrigerator. WoodMode horizontal grain cabinets with steel pulls

Manhattan Pied-a-Terre

User

This shotgun kitchen was created with custom stainless cabinetry and high end small scale appliances.

Camp May

Reader & Swartz Architects, P.C.

The kitchen at Camp May was outfitted with Ikea Cabinetry.

Industrial Kitchen

Chase Construction

Residence - 5851 Valle Vista Court Granite Bay, CA

Sean Freitas, Architect

Winderemere Lake Davis

Beck Custom Homes, LLC

Orlando Custom Builder Orlando Summer Kitchen

4614 Kermit St, Houston, TX

Pejoves Developments

MyMLSPix.com

Beaver Creek Kitchen

Rob Hall's Kitchens Plus / High Country Cabinetry

Outdoor Kitchen in Rye

Bilotta Kitchen & Home

This client needed a place to entertain by the pool. They had already done their “inside” kitchen with Bilotta and so returned to design their outdoor space. All summer they spend a lot of time in their backyard entertaining guests, day and night. But before they had their fully designed outdoor space, whoever was in charge of grilling would feel isolated from everyone else. They needed one cohesive space to prep, mingle, eat and drink, alongside their pool. They did not skimp on a thing – they wanted all the bells and whistles: a big Wolf grill, plenty of weather resistant countertop space for dining (Lapitec - Grigio Cemento, by Eastern Stone), an awning (Durasol Pinnacle II by Gregory Sahagain & Sons, Inc.) that would also keep bright light out of the family room, lights, and an indoor space where they could escape the bugs if needed and even watch TV. The client was thrilled with the outcome - their complete vision for an ideal outdoor entertaining space came to life. Cabinetry is Lynx Professional Storage Line. Refrigerator drawers and sink by Lynx. Faucet is stainless by MGS Nerhas. Bilotta Designer: Randy O’Kane with Clark Neuringer Architects, posthumously. Photo Credit: Peter Krupenye

Kitchen with a Farmhouse Sink and Stainless Steel Cabinets 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!