T. Lail

Incline Village Condo

Inside Designs

Outdoor Kitchen

LGA, Inc

Custom outdoor kitchen; full height stone backsplash, stone counter tops, stone mosaic tile, outdoor tv, sink, bbq, side burner, wine ref, keg, eat-at bar, ceiling fan, heaters.

White Prewar Kitchen and Ceiling Track Lighting

Paula McDonald Design Build & Interiors

Not an inch of space in this Prewar classic kitchen was overlooked during renovation. Pulling inspiration from that period, we added built-up crown molding for extra drama and height. The custom upper cabinetry extends to the ceiling for clean lines and disguises beams tucked behind them. Zig-zagging ceiling light fixtures helped to accommodate the fact that the original lighting wasn’t centered and allowed us to avoid dropping the gorgeous tall ceiling.

Aménagement cuisine noir et bois Lyon 8

Les cuisines d'Arno

Aspen Alps Condominiums U105

Menendez Architects PC

The tall dining table doubles as a kitchen island. The same flooring material was used throughout most of the unit to increase the visual flow of space and make the unit appear larger. Folding chairs for overflow seating are "stored" as wall hangings.

Seward Park Mid-Century Remodel

Lambright Design Group

Paul Gjording

Yoakley Road

Bradley Van Der Straeten

Open Plan Kitchen Diner

SJ Interior Design

A light and airy contemporary kitchen with lots of curves and character leading in to the dining nook

Rustic Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

Minotti Design

70's Ranch Update

Karen Otterbach ASID

The clean up area is bookended with two floor to ceiling dish pantries. One side is glass ware, the other plates and bowls. The inside is painted a sage green. Rounded base cabinet minimizes the potential angles in this small area and holds trays, cookie sheets and cutting boards.

Corfu

WiseTurtle Interiors

Holiday home refurbishment with Arredo3 kitchen matching country style. Design to accommodate some minimal storage and all necessary appliances. A holiday place requires a washing machine but not the main oven. A microwave is enough inside the cupboard above the integrated fridge. Glass wall cabinets connect the kitchen with the living space as well as offer a lot of storage.

Malibu West Interiors, Naples, Florida

Malibu West Interiors

A study in contrasts ~ black accents with a clear coated maple slab door. This style will endure to eternity

Tres Torres

Graciela Ausiró Interiorismo

Cocina de reducidas dimensiones a la que se le añadió barra de desayunos. Siguiendo la estética colorista de la vivienda.

Beachy Boho Kitchen

Design Me By Mahlah

This property is located in the beautiful California redwoods and yet just a few miles from the beach. We wanted to create a beachy feel for this kitchen, but also a natural woodsy vibe. Mixing materials did the trick. Walnut lower cabinets were balanced with pale blue/gray uppers. The glass and stone backsplash creates movement and fun. The counters are the show stopper in a quartzite with a "wave" design throughout in all of the colors with a bit of sparkle. We love the faux slate floor in varying sized tiles, which is very "sand and beach" friendly. We went with black stainless appliances and matte black cabinet hardware. The entry to the house is in this kitchen and opens to a closet. We replaced the old bifold doors with beautiful solid wood bypass barn doors. Inside one half became a cute coat closet and the other side storage. The old design had the cabinets not reaching the ceiling and the space chopped in half by a peninsula. We opened the room up and took the cabinets to the ceiling. Integrating floating shelves in two parts of the room and glass upper keeps the space from feeling closed in. The round table breaks up the rectangular shape of the room allowing more flow. The whicker chairs and drift wood table top add to the beachy vibe. The accessories bring it all together with shades of blues and cream. This kitchen now feels bigger, has excellent storage and function, and matches the style of the home and its owners. We like to call this style "Beachy Boho". Credits: Bruce Travers Construction Dynamic Design Cabinetry Devi Pride Photography

Glenwood Crescent Addition and Renovation, East York

Inverness Design Build Group Ltd.

Walls were removed to enlarge the kitchen and create an open concept living, dining, kitchen. Materials used: Birch Veneer Plywood boxes, Super White Granite for island and Black Pearl Quartz for kitchen countertops. Gray slate flooring, white subway tile for backsplash. Coffered ceiling detail. Large under mount single stainless sink and stainless bar sink. Photo by: john Narvali

Green Valley

RJohnston Interiors, Inc.

When RJohnston Interiors got the call to design a replacement for the client’s 1970’s kitchen, we were excited when they defined their style as an eclectic mix of Japanese antiques, tribal art, and California ranch with an itch to go a bit contemporary. The result is a kitchen that feels and functions like twice the size in the original footprint, and works as well for one as with guests.

2015 AREA Winner- Outdoor Living

Precision Homecrafters, LLC

A cooking porch was added as part of the overall design to bring outdoor activities into the heart of the home as well. Heith Comer Photography

Arcos Edition Silvercorss

Schmidt Kitchens Epsom

Cooking Centre Collection Designer Line This open plan kitchen is an open-style chef's paradise with an on-trend kitchen island and a hi-tech Nano Black compact worktop adorned with an array of household appliances.

Split Level Modern Renovation

Clear Home Design

renovated modern open concept kitchen with dark wood walnut cabinetry. quartz man made counter tops. stainless steel appliainces. professional series appliances. modern island pendants. swivel leather modern barstools. slate floor and backsplash.

Kitchen with a Single-bowl Sink and Slate 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!