The main family room connects to the kitchen and features a floor-to-ceiling fireplace surround that separates this room from the hallway and home office. The light-filled foyer opens to the dining room with intricate ceiling trim and a sparkling chandelier. A leaded glass window above the entry enforces the modern romanticism that the designer and owners were looking for. The in-law suite, off the side entrance, includes its own kitchen, family room, primary suite with a walk-out screened in porch, and a guest room/home office.

Marble-ous Modern Farmhouse

Gardner/Fox Associates, Inc

El Manor Kitchen

Jacqueline Kleinberg Interiors

Contemporary Chef's Kitchen

Tribay Project

Citizen Design Co.

The kitchen is the hub of this home. With custom white shaker cabinetry on the perimeter + a contrasting dark + moody island, we warmed the space by bringing in brass hardware and wood accents. Windows flank both sides of the range hood giving a clear view into the expansive backyard while the floor to ceiling cabinets maximize storage!

Kitchen

Cresmark Custom Homes

We transformed the main floor by removing load-bearing walls and merging the kitchen and family room, resulting in an open concept layout. The kitchen boasts a large island perfect for food preparation, family dining and entertaining guests. By incorporating 2 toned cabinets featuring a mix of wood and MDF, we created a functional yet timeless kitchen design.

Contemporary Kitchen

Modern Luxury

Luxe Nest

Tenafly Contemporary Kitchen with a Passion for Purple

Ulrich Inc

Photography by Peter Rymwid

Knight Wynd

Alana Loranger

Merle Prosofsky

Lakeside contemporary

Danmar Cabinet Company

Marble-ous Modern Farmhouse

Gardner/Fox Associates, Inc

Longfellow Kitchen

Paragon Kitchens

Modern kitchen displayed in an open concept space. The simple one open shelf is easy to clean and a beautiful accent to continue the black cabinetry. It's the little things in life.

Modern Luxury

Luxe Nest

California Modern

Audry Cordero, NKBA at Design Studio West

This contemporary kitchen is clean and functional, filled with state of the art appliances and luxury materials. We chose a rich rift cut white oak cabinet door with custom glazing and a wirebrushed texture for the majority of the kitchen. To create more depth we used grey painted cabinets for the tall pantry area. For the upper wall cabinets next to the sink, glass and metal frame doors were selected. The glass is frosted on the fronts and painted grey on the back for a very soft yet sophisticated feel. The stainless steel Dacor Modernist refrigerator is quite a statement on its own, and it integrated more of the desired metal element. Caeserstone countertops in marble-look Calacatta Nuvo were used to brighten up the space. The smoked oak wood bar top is a bold statement as it cantilevers out from the island. A Freedom Gaggenau cooktop and downdraft keep the island clean and ready for entertaining.

Sleek Great-room & Master Addition

Silva Custom Construction, Inc.

Fairview Mountainside Remodel

HomeSource Builders

Our clients bought this 20-year-old mountain home after it had been on the market for six years. Their tastes were simple, mid-century contemporary, and the previous owners tended toward more bright Latin wallpaper aesthetics, Corinthian columns, etc. The home’s many levels are connected through several interesting staircases. The original, traditional wooden newel posts, balusters and handrails, were all replaced with simpler cable railings. The fireplace was wrapped in rustic, reclaimed wood. The load-bearing wall between the kitchen and living room was removed, and all new cabinets, counters, and appliances were installed.

El Manor Kitchen

Jacqueline Kleinberg Interiors

Contemporary Chef's Kitchen

Lyndhurst Luxury

Alliance Architecture Ltd

Bakers Scullery behind the new kitchen.

New Construction - Canyon Lake

Scotch Construction, Inc.

The owner of this new Scotch Construction home chose 2 islands in the kitchen for additional prep space away from the cook top. The space features a convection oven, 5 burner cook top, and a warming drawer.

Kitchen with a Triple-bowl Sink and White 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!