This 2nd kitchen includes: - custom rustic painted cabinets - antique talevera backsplash tile - birdcage light fixtures - quartzite countertops - Hacienda style handmade staillo tile floor - knotty alder wood window frames

Carmel Highlands Oceanside Home

Marla Sher Design

Windy Hill Whole House Remodel Lodge Style

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

The interior of the home went from Colonial to Classic Lodge without changing the footprint of the home. Columns were removed, fur downs removed that defined space, fireplace relocated, kitchen layout and direction changed, breakfast room and sitting room flip flopped, study reduced in size, entry to master bedroom changed, master suite completely re-arranged and enlarged, custom hand railing designed to open up stairwell, hardwood added to stairs, solid knotty alder 8’ doors added, knotty alder crown moldings added, reclaimed beamed ceiling grid, tongue and groove ceiling in kitchen, knotty alder cabinetry, leather finish to granite, seeded glass insets, custom door to panty to showcase an antique stained glass window from childhood church, custom doors and handles made for study entry, shredded straw added to wall texture, custom glazing done to all walls, wood floor remnants created an antique quilt pattern for the back wall of the powder bath, custom wall treatment created by designer, and a mixture of new and antique furnishing were added, all to create a warm, yet lived in feeling for this special family. A new central stone wall reversed with an over scaled fireplace and reclaimed flooring from the East became the anchor for this level of the home. Removing all the “divisions” of space and using a unified surface made unused rooms, part of the daily living for this family. The desire to entertain large group in a unified space, yet still feel like you are in a cozy environment was the driving force for removing divisions of space. Photos by Randy Colwell

Provencal Kitchen

Designers' Studio

Full Inset White Painted Corner Stove

Brunarhans

Full Inset White Painted Corner Stove. Hand glazing brings out the details of the craftsmanship. Subway tile backsplash.

Eclectic Traditional

Kitchen & Bath Concepts of Pittsburgh

Craig Thompson Photography Premier Custom Built Cabinetry

Eagle #1

Ruebl Builders LLC

This Rustic Kitchen with reclaimed hardwood floors and painted island make this truly a inviting custom home

KOMAE H HOUSE

株式会社Madre

Stainless Inset Dual Oven and Prep Sink

dRemodeling

Intended for meal prep and large events, the rear countertop and oven setup allow for its use to be separate to that of the circulation of the rest of the kitchen, allowing for less foot traffic, and uninterrupted usage.

Brock Designs created an open concept floor plan for this kitchen space. Custom glazed cabinets and a hammered bronze hood gives this kitchen an updated but rustic look.

French Quarter Cottage

Cabinets by Design

For this French Quarter guest house, we outfitted a small yet efficient kitchen with custom cabinets and gourmet appliances. Inset cabinetry in custom distressed finishes stay true to the feel of the historic home. Honed marble countertops and copper hardware accents finish the warm and inviting space and complement the original beamed ceiling, brick walls and slate tile floors.

The Lashley Residence

Living Stone Design + Build

Ray Mata

Brighton - Rustic Modern Custom Home

Emery Design | Build

Phoenix Photographic

Kitchen and window wall

Maple Valley Design Build, Inc.

kitchen with distressed cabinets, Silver pearl granite with leathered finish and chiseled edge.

Traditional English Style Kitchen Cabinets

Mitchel Berman Cabinetmakers Inc.

Our Clients requested a Traditional English Style Kitchen for their San Mateo County Home. We designed and fabricated the Kitchen Cabinets with traditional fine cabinetry details such as: Recessed & Raised Panel Doors set flush inset with exposed knuckle hinges, custom made moldings and fine detailing, with a complex finish that required staining the wood, then paint it, rub thru the paint in places, and then glaze and finally top coat it to re-create a fine warm Antique feeling and look. The Large Kitchen Island features a Massive 2 ½” thick Solid Cherry Top. Our Clients are Delighted with the Final Results. Photo: Mitchel Berman

Traditional Style Custom Kitchen

Heller Cabinetry

1041 EL

Weaver Custom Homes

Herringbone White Subway Tile Backsplash

dRemodeling

As mentioned previously in the publication, the diagonal Walnut Wood Flooring invoked several decisions within the design process. When designing the backsplash of the rear wall, the designer choose to compliment the flooring by going with a Herringbone patterned white backsplash. Not only tying back to the flooring, the tiles justification points upwards, tying into the verticality of the space.

Trotwood Home

Winteriors

Gothic modern kitchen with dark, distressed cabinetry Daniel Feldkamp/Visual Edge Imaging

Kitchen with Beaded Inset Cabinets and Distressed 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!