This FORTE by Fieldstone kitchen is a wonderfully clean and modern open kitchen. Using the Bristol door style in both Peppercorn bottom cabinets and White uppoer cabinets with Chrome/ Satin Nickel accessories helps brighten the space with grey marbled quartz and LVT flooring.

Wendy Way Modern Kitchen Remodel

Lori K Design Studio

SieMatic Cabinetry CLASSIC

SieMatic Seattle/ Summers Studio

SieMatic Cabinetry in matte lacquer Graphite Grey, Gold Bronze glass doors, Gold Bronze metal floating shelves, and gold bronze countertop. SieMatic ceramic backsplash in Pulpis. SieMatic exhaust hood in Lotus White.

Coral Springs Kitchen

The Home People

Lincoln Terrace Kitchen

Modern Touch by Omega

Malta Kitchen Update

Curtis Lumber Ballston Spa

This gorgeous kitchen designed by Curtis Lumber Company features Merillat Masterpiece Cabinets and Cambria Quartz Countertops. The kitchen has 3 layers of lighting - under cabinet, in-cabinet with frosted glass and above cabinet lighting. This kitchen also features beautiful Alterna Flooring from Armstrong Flooring, a Delta Faucet, Emtek Products Cabinet Hardware and a unique tiled backsplash with accent strip. Photos property of Curtis Lumber Company.

Royal Oaks Large Outdoor Kitchen

Melissa Sharp, Designer at Kitchen & Bath Concepts

Royal Oaks Large Outdoor Kitchen, with Alfresco appliances, Danver/Brown Jordan outdoor cabinetry, Dekton couentertops, natural stone floors and backsplash, Vent A Hood ventilation, custom outdoor furniture form Leaisure Collections.

Kitchen - Boydston Mill, North Webster, IN

T.L. Jackson Construction

The kitchen has upper and lower grey cabinets with a recessed panel and stainless handles. A white painted wood barrel ceiling is a special accent feature along with a slightly curved peninsula bar.

Kitchens

World of Design Kitchen and Bath

Caldera Kitchen

Arcata Cabinet & Design Company

What a breathe of fresh air to be able to see your kids in the other room when you are preparing dinner. A lovely open plan kitchen with lots of space to prep, season and cook! These clients selected Diamond's Caldera Door in Coconut paint with all the upgrades - trash/ recycle cabinet, pull-outs, lazy susan corners, spice drawer, tray pull-out and glass doors. A space to enjoy with the whole family.

Great Northern Cabinetry, Truffle and Cotton finish

Montana Cabinets Inc.

Sandestin Rental Condo

Ashley Burnette Designs, LLC

Shades of Grey

Hermitage Kitchen Gallery LLC

Kitchen Designer Terri Sears Photography by Bill Lafevor Contract work by Bill and Kris Montgomery Cabinet installation by Victor

Small Kitchen Living Large

CMC Design Studio LLC

Newlyweds had just moved into their new home and immediately wanted to update their kitchen which is located in the center of the household, lacking any natural light source of its own. To make matters worse, the cabinets in place were dark red with black countertops. Not the picture of brightness they were looking for. To increase the amount of light reflected throughout the kitchen, we incorporated some of the following updates: 1. Replaced the solo ceiling light with 4 recessed cans 2. Updated the florescent undercabinet lights with new LED strips 3. Installed custom white cabinets topped with Silestone’s new Artic Ocean white countertops 4. Updated the dark glass pendants over the bar with larger, clear glass pendants that spoke more to the history of the home 5. Painted the walls a soft gray to compliment the palette The original kitchen layout was updated to eliminate the existing soffits and open the visual feel of the space. A large white farm sink now centers the natural wood bar area, inviting guests to sit and gather for ballgames and celebrations. Glass tile and USB ports at charging sites complete the space for the family to grow over the years. Photo by Stockwell Media

Mallett's New Kitchen

Lamar's Custom Cabinets

DEB photography

Beautiful Unique Traditional Kitchen

Alatia Kitchens & Interiors

Bel Air Kitchen Remodel

Innovative Design Build, Inc

Farmhouse style kitchen remodel. Our clients wanted to do a total refresh of their kitchen. We incorporated a warm toned vinyl flooring (Nuvelle Density Rigid Core in Honey Pecan"), two toned cabinets in a beautiful blue gray and cream (Diamond cabinets) granite countertops and a gorgeous gas range (GE Cafe Pro range). By overhauling the laundry and pantry area we were able to give them a lot more storage. We reorganized a lot of the kitchen creating a better flow specifically giving them a coffee bar station, cutting board station, and a new microwave drawer and wine fridge. Increasing the gas stove to 36" allowed the avid chef owner to cook without restrictions making his daily life easier. One of our favorite sayings is "I love it" and we are able to say thankfully we heard it a lot.

The Riverstone

Quality Homes

Farmhouse Kitchen Remodel

Springfield Design

Full Home Remodel

A-Z Construction Solutions, LLC

We worked really hard on making a functional kitchen that worked for the client. We went with grand JK cabinetry and deli custom paint for the lowers to add a nice pop of color in the space. We also designed our kitchens to be functional by adding drawers to all the lower cabinets. We also focused on the lighting in the space above and the under cabinet lighting to help set the mood and be functional in the space.

Kitchen with a Peninsula 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!