Desert Falls Kitchen, Paint, and Lighting

Design consultation and advising for DIY/Budget Renovation. Owner purchased this condo with a very cramped and dated kitchen and light fixtures, and early 2000s-era café paint colors. Owner did a lot of the work himself or with friends to keep the budget down. HDC advised on design details and paint colors, chose light fixtures (ceiling lights for kitchen and dining and arch floor lamp in living room). HDC also assisted with creating a new kitchen floor plan, which involved removing one wall, replacing existing tile and modifying flooring transition location, replacing all cabinetry except for the tall pantry cabinet, choosing cabinet paint, installing modern cabinet hardware, replacing laminate counters with a budget white quartz prefab counter, replacing appliances, sink, and faucet, and installing a low-cost peel & stick backsplash. Due to budget constraints, we could not remove the entire wall between the kitchen and dining space to make the wall completely flush from the kitchen to dining area transition, but decided to relocate the refrigerator to that wall nonetheless, in order to improve sightlines and improve traffic flow and function for refrigerator access. We created a coffee/drinks bar where the original fridge was located. The owner decided to keep the existing water line that had serviced the ice maker in the fridge where it was previously located (and cap it temporarily). He plans to plumb it in the future to support a filtered drinking water line and auto-filling coffee maker to finish out the drink center. Ultimately, we couldn't stretch the budget for a perfect layout, but we were still able to improve the function and open up the flow of this hub of the condo for better entertaining and more convenient homeowner use of the space.

Blue Oak - Kitchen and Main Floor Renovation

Edge Kitchens Inc.

Kitchen

Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling

We love this kitchens brick barrel vaulted ceiling, the double islands, arched windows, breakfast area and custom range and hood.

Universal Design Kitchen for accessibility and aging in place

Designs Anew Houston LLC

This contemporary kitchen is designed for accessibility and ease of use for everyone in the family, including the mother who uses an electric wheelchair. It won 4 National First Place awards and an Honorable Mention for Universal Design and Aging in Place. Photographer - Brian Vogel

Bay Colony Residence- Kitchen

Reed Design Build, LLC

French Colonial Style Kitchen

Colonial Craft Kitchens, Inc

This kitchen was designed for efficient cooking, and it looks fabulously French doing it. Designed to evoke the French Colonial period, its 10-foot ceilings, emblematic arches and intricate woodwork would have made Louis XIV proud. A decorative armoire, topped with iron pieces imported from Italy, hides the refrigerator, and a two-tiered Madura Gold granite island features a wet bar and two integrated white ovens. The island also features a raised seating area perfect for gatherings. Description by HGTV. Photos by Bryson Leidig

Appartement Bara - Paris 06

KAST DESIGN

Harrow Kitchen

Alesso

COCINAS - Trabajos realizados

User

Pomp and Circumstance

The Kitchenworks

This elegant kitchen resides in the suburbs of Weston, FL. It showcases a beautiful juxtaposition between the dark and light materials. The dark walnut finish on the cabinets, hood, ceiling, shelving and pantry door adds warmth to the white space. This striking contrast adds life to the scene. Moreover, the top shelf and under cabinet lighting also add an inviting element that gives the kitchen a homey atmosphere.

Umbau eines Einfamilienhauses

CARLO - Architecture & Interior Design

Jens Schumann

VANCOUVER WATERFRONT

Janet Scagel Design

Natural Harmony: Open Concept Kitchen with Wood Island and Open Shelves

Boss Design Center

Experience "Natural Harmony," a kitchen that celebrates the beauty of nature in an open and inviting space. This open concept design features a captivating wood island at its heart, radiating warmth and charm. Enhancing the aesthetic are open shelves, providing both practicality and an opportunity to display cherished kitchen essentials and décor. With a seamless blend of functionality and natural allure, this kitchen invites you to embrace a harmonious and welcoming culinary haven.

Wraparound Extension, Robroyston

Claire McLuckie Architect

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（株）Life with Style

北欧と和をつなぐ空間づくり　Photo by Hitomi Mese by Leica M10

Mission Style Kitchen

Rooms with a View

Baumgart Creative Media

Contemporary & Cozy

Kelly Marie Interior Design

Modern kitchen in Manhattan Beach, Brooklyn

European Kitchen Center

Working on this modern kitchen design gave me great pleasure. Unique flat-panel door, integrated and paneled high-end appliances, quartz counters, lacquered and wood veneer finishes, are just a few attributes of this stunning kitchen. Many intricate details, handle-less design, ample modern storage, elevated this kitchen to be one of my favorites projects.

Florida Projects

Jason Ball Interior Design

In this new construction luxury home, the kitchen is truly the center of the home. Centered between the outdoor living space, the interior living room, the kitchen is perfect for large group entertaining or just daily living. Marble counters, elegant pendant lighting, and storage for days makes this kitchen a true show-stopper.

Kitchen with Beige Splashback and White Floor 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!