Hall Pantry, raised panel, inset doors

Traditional Kitchen with Extras - Norwell, MA

This traditional kitchen design is packed with features that will make it the center of this home. The white perimeter kitchen cabinets include glass front upper cabinets with in cabinet lighting. A matching mantel style hood frames the large Wolf oven and range. This is contrasted by the gray island cabinetry topped with a wood countertop. The walk in pantry includes matching cabinetry with plenty of storage space and a custom pantry door. A built in Wolf coffee station, undercounter wine refrigerator, and convection oven make this the perfect space to cook, socialize, or relax with family and friends. Photos by Susan Hagstrom

Shown in this photo: Swivel wicker-seated counter stools, bronze 3-light pendant chandeliers, crackle glass brick backsplash, crackle glass mosaic backsplash feature, espresso island with custom pet feeding station, granite island countertop with custom 6cm profile, Ceasarstone countertops, custom microwave built-in, custom refrigerator cabinet panels, custom TV built-in, custom reclaimed post, European oak wire brushed flooring and accessories/finishing touches designed by LMOH Home. | Photography Joshua Caldwell.

Vista Modern Farmhouse Full Design and Home Remodel

Spaces Renewed

The mix of black and white take shape in this modern farmhouse style kitchen. With a timeless color scheme and high end finishes, this kitchen is perfect for large gatherings and entertaining family and friends. The connected dining space and eat in island offers abundant seating, as well as function and storage. The build in buffet area brings in variation, and adds a light and bright quality to the space. Floating shelves offer a softer look than full wall to wall upper cabinets. Classic grey toned porcelain tile give the look of wood without any of the maintenance or wear and tear issues. The classic grey marble backsplash in the baroque shape brings a custom and elegant dimension to the space.

Drink Station - Merillat Classic® Bayville in Maple Dusk

Merillat

A wet bar won't even begin to describe this drink station created for a family who enjoys entertaining and morning coffee. This concept doesn't leave appliances and condiments all over the counter all day.

Addition, Mother-in-law Suite

Bunn Remodeling and Construction

Laura Hurst

Bright & spacious Upper East Side kitchen renovation

LD Design

peterparis.com

Clarkson Kitchen

Sander and Sons Kitchen and Bath

Coryn Nelson

Tempe Transformation - Kitchen

Studio Em Interiors

Complete kitchen remodel. When we reworked the layout of the kitchen we were able to add this bar/beverage station. Complete with wine storage, a beverage fridge and bar sink. Each end of this run of cabinet has a custom pantry cabinet with a combination of drawer storage on the bottom and roll-out trays on the top. Electrical was installed within the pantry cabinet to hide appliances from view. When needed the trays can be pulled out to use the appliances without ever removing them from the cabinets.

While working on this modern loft, Sullivan Building & Design Group opted to use Ecomadera's hardwoods throughout the entire project. The exotic woods effortlessly accent the bold colors and the homeowners playful style. Photo credit: Kathleen Connally

Arlington Courthouse Condo

Bray & Scarff

We removed the old "builder grade" cabinets that were missing lots of function. Replaced with maple wood Schrock cabinetry. Creating more space in the corners and making the island larger. There is much more functional storage space and room for the wine cooler that the customer wanted. The colors were chosen to go with the current theme of the home. Cabinetry: Schrock Cabinetry Construction: Maple Cabinetry Finish/Color: Leather Cabinetry Door Style: Guthrey, partial overlay Counters: Jurassic Gold Flooring: Studio Beige, Polished Porcelain - Italy Backsplash: Mutina Phenomenon Rain C Grigio - Italy Appliances - GE Profile - Bray & Scarff, North Arlington Photography by: Eddie Avenue

Prior Lake Cherry Kitchen 15206

THORCRAFT Custom Kitchens

Elegance and Form in Clarendon Hills

Hyland Homes

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen Remodel | Kimball Starr Interior Design

Kimball Starr Interior Design

Modern farmhouse kitchen design and remodel for a traditional San Francisco home include simple organic shapes, light colors, and clean details. Our farmhouse style incorporates walnut end-grain butcher block, floating walnut shelving, vintage Wolf range, and curvaceous handmade ceramic tile. Contemporary kitchen elements modernize the farmhouse style with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertop, and cork flooring.

Сергей Красюк

Tudor kitchen gets a contemporary update

MRF Construction, Inc.

Newly remodeled kitchen in Tudor style view home features sleek white modern cabinets with an art shelf around the entire room, two islands, and built-in bench seating. It has cork floors, quartz countertops, glass tile backsplash, Miele appliances, a breakfast center, and desk charging station. It’s a dream kitchen for a family of cooks, with ample prep space and storage, seating for guests to visit with the cook, and an unrivaled view.

Lake Calhoun Organic Modern

John Kraemer & Sons

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Photography: Landmark Photography

Kitchen with Beige Splashback and Stainless Steel Appliances 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!