by Matthew at Fountain Creations & Wellness

Angle storage

Johannings Custom Cabinets

Dorado

Steven Lombardi Architect

Open Plan Kitchen Living Area

Janey Butler Interiors

The total renovation of this fabulous large country home, working alongside Llama Architects, meant the whole house was taken back to the external walls and roof rafters and all suspended floors dug up. All new Interior layout and two large extensions. 2 months of gutting the property before any building works commenced. This part of the house was in fact an old ballroom and one of the new extensions formed a beautiful new entrance hallway with stunning helical staircase. Our own design handmade and hand painted kitchen with Miele appliances. Painted in a gorgeous soft grey and with a fabulous 3.5 x 1 metre solid wood dovetailed breakfast bar and surround with led lighting. Stunning stone effect large format porcelain tiles which were for the majority of the ground floor, all with under floor heating. Skyframe openings on the ground and first floor giving uninterrupted views of the glorious open countryside. By the rear entrance door, a stylish Boot Room with all built in cupboards and Miele Wine Fridge. Lutron lighting throughout the whole of the property and Crestron Home Automation. A glass firebox fire was built into this room. for clients ease, giving a secondary heat source, but more for visual effect. 4KTV with plastered in the wall speakers, the wall to the left and right of the TV is only temporary as this will soon be glass entrances and pocket doors with views to the large swimming pool extension with sliding Skyframe opening system. Phase 1 of this 4 phase project with more images to come. The next phase is for the large Swimming Pool Extension, new Garage and Stable Building and sweeping driveway. Before Images seen on the Llama Group Houzz page.

Home Renovation

Sophie Tomaras

Photography by Capital Image

Minimalist Elegant House

Crewzz, Inc

Elegant kitchen.

wissioming rd, bethesda

Sagart Studio

poliformdc.com

Luxurious country cottage

The Village Workshop Group

Turnkey Interior Styling

Home for All Seasons

Kitchen Architecture Ltd

The seamless indoor-outdoor transition in this Oxfordshire country home provides the perfect setting for all-season entertaining. The elevated setting of the bulthaup kitchen overlooking the connected soft seating and dining allows conversation to effortlessly flow. A large bar presents a useful touch down point where you can be the centre of the room.

The Leithe House

Carter Skinner Residential Design

Dustin Peck Photography

Pinehaven

StudioMET Architects

Luis Ayala

Williamstown: Heritage Renovation & Extension

First Avenue Homes

Expansive new open plan modern kitchen as part of an extension, featuring lots of storage, separate pantry, and integrated dining table

Glenville Log Home

Black Rock Design | Build

This wonderful iconic home on Lake Glenville North Carolina needed a major remodel. Black Rock redesigned the kitchen, master bedroom, bath and powder rooms to give this masterpiece a well needed touch up.

PITT cooking Danau

PITT cooking Australia

4 burners integrated into a marble surface.

Shaker Style Kitchen

Azztek Kitchens

Natural German Kitchen in Angmering, West Sussex

Alexander Kitchens

Following a vast extension, this Angmering property required a sizeable kitchen rethink and design, with plenty of luxury inclusions. The Brief A complete rear extension was undertaken at this property by local contractor Cloud9, leaving Managing Director Phil with the task of conjuring a new layout and theme for these Angmering clients. Preference for a natural theme was clear, but modern elements were required to suit the property and for everyday ease of use. Design Elements From a blank canvas, Phil has created a layout and theme to tick all the boxes on this client’s list. The natural aspect of the brief has been achieved through a combination of stone and wood furniture from German supplier Nobilia. The Concrete Grey and Havana Oak finishes from the Riva and Structura are used in handleless form, adding an ultramodern element to the design. A lengthy island looks out centrally to the garden space and has an attached breakfast bar area for perching. The kitchen is broken into two main runs, the first of which houses plenty of storage, a hob, and an extractor. The second run is full-height and adds decorative storage space to the kitchen as well as housing the ovens, a refrigerator and freezer. A coffee and small appliance area features next to the doorway, and then adjacent to this is a run dedicated to alcoholic tipples with a wine cabinet to precisely chill drinks. Special Inclusions For cooking and general use, the kitchen is equipped with a range of quality Neff appliances, a Quooker boiling tap, and an aforementioned wine cabinet. A Neff Slide & Hide single oven, Neff combination oven and Neff warming drawer are built-into furniture, with a full-height Neff refrigerator and Neff freezer integrated behind Concrete Grey doors. A Neff flexInduction Hob and black glass extractor hood have been placed on the next run and are briefly interrupted by a multicoloured vintage tile splashback. The Quooker boiling water tap is placed on the island and sits above a Blanco under-mounted sink in a complimenting Alumetallic colour that also teams well with the Airy Concrete quartz work surfaces. Project Highlight The drinks area in this project is a great highlight and is a perfect addition for those who like to entertain, or even for a quick catch-up at the breakfast bar area. A wine cabinet completes this space, which utilises an alternate wooden work surface as an accent. Handrail lighting enhances this space with ambient lighting. The End Result This project is a great example of a kitchen designed completely for purpose. With a blank canvas, designer Phil has created a well-thought-out space that incorporates all the individual areas this client required, as well as great theme to suit this property. If you have ambitions for a similar kitchen, either to suit a new extension or just for a simple renovation discover how our expert designers can help. Arrange a free design appointment in showroom or by booking an appointment online.

Nuova Domus Sacchetti - Cucina

Flaminia Pacciani

Belvedere Kitchen - Scavolini

User

Belvedere design by Raffaele Pravato The expression of nature and the love of country life Belvedere, in the Scavolini traditional line, is the kitchen which most impressively re-creates the appeal of the family life of bygone days and the warmth of a tranquil, natural environment. Inspired by the culture of old country homes, it features hand-finishing procedures which enhance the values and contents of a friendlier world to which many of us would gladly return. Woods and natural colours, rustic work-tops and masonry, ceramic tiles, glass-fronted cupboards, kneading troughs, recesses and chimney hoods. Situations and objects of fond memory, a vital part of our history, which the Belvedere kitchen, complete with every convenience, allows us to enjoy once more. See more at: http://www.scavolini.us/Kitchens/Belvedere#sthash.tCMDSgvE.dpuf

Mediterranean Kitchen

Küche in München-Bogenhausen

Möbel- und Raumunikate nach Maß

hochglanzkühe

Kitchen with Black Appliances and multiple Islands 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!