Transformation of Grade II Listed Cottage

Modern/Rustic bespoke Shaker-style kitchen. Painted in Farrow & Ball's Black Blue, with pewter accessories. Limestone Flag flooring. Antique French Furniture. Glass Roof light and bi-folding doors let a lot of sunlight in. Photographs - Mike Waterman

Cape Cod in San Marino

Charmean Neithart Interiors

Traditional Cape Cod with open concept floorplan and two islands. Features include skylight, nickel sinks. custom drying drawers, painted cabinets and massive 7 light bay window.

Traditional Kitchen

Mountain Village Modern

Jensen Design

Beautiful and Bright Full Kitchen Remodel

BPL Design Group

Fun and Family Oriented Kitchen and Family Room Remodel...complete with wall removal

Blue Kitchen Design

Tom Howley

This kitchens demeanour is one of quiet function, designed for effortless prepping and cooking and with space to socialise with friends and family. The unusual curved island in dusted oak veneer and finished in our unique paint colour, Periwinkle offers seating for eating and chatting. The handmade cabinets of this blue kitchen design are individually specified and perfectly positioned to maximise every inch of space. Our warm blue 'Periwinkle' is the perfect choice for creating a kitchen with a confident, stylish personality. A versatile shade with warm undertones it takes on a range of tones depending on the lighting.

Stylish feature island, painted in blue, installed in Rothley, Leicestershire

Steve Hills Design Ltd

A bespoke, handmade Shaker style kitchen with ‘in-frame’ mortice and tennon doors fitted on traditional butt hinges. This luxurious kitchen features Oak dovetailed and polished drawer boxes on soft-close concealed runners and a solid rigid carcass in polished Oak, except for the pantry unit that is in rich Walnut. The island units and Utility room have been factory painted in Library by Plimsoll and all other units are factory painted in Bone China Blue (Pale) from Little Greene Paint & Paper. All pull handles and knobs are in an Old Pewter finish, to co-ordinate with the Bosch appliances, whilst the brassware is by Quooker and Hans Grohe. The overall scheme is complemented by the Carrara Quartz worktops, which feature an Ogee profile. Harvey Ball Photography Ltd.

Randall, Cliddesden, Basingstoke, Hampshire Kitchen Project

BP Kitchens & Interiors

Rhona and David Randall’s 1986 home near Basingstoke, North Hampshire originally had a kitchen with a separate utility room attached, which meant that their kitchen space was somewhat limited to being a functional kitchen and not the kitchen, dining, living space that they could use to entertain friends and family in. It was important to then create a new utility space for the family within the newly enlarged kitchen dining room, and Rhona commented: “Mark then designed in a Utility/Laundry Cupboard that is now hidden away behind bi-fold doors and is a much better use of space and now has our washing machine, tumble dryer and water softener. It was also his idea to take off the kitchen door leading into the hallway, which now gives a better flow to the room. Mark then designed in another bi-fold door to hide away the big fridge freezer and to use part of that area for coats.”

Painted Kitchen - Farnham

The White Kitchen Company

The Leicestershire Kitchen in the Woods by deVOL

deVOL Kitchens

A classic shaker kitchen with a contemporary twist

Edmondson Interiors

A contemporary take on a classic shaker design, for the perfect combination of old and new. An oak topped central island to blend with the oak framed property.. A large Fischer & Paykel fridge freezer is prevented from dominating space with a glazed cabinet and wooden overhang. All hand made in the Edmondson Interiors workshop. The pale Limestone flagged flooring practical solution for this country property. Photos by Alton Omar

Manor Farm Barn

Sustainable Kitchens

Contemporary blue and white kitchen

The Secret Drawer

A combination of colours can work really well for kitchen cabinetry. Here neutral #pubeckstone and bold #stiffkeyblue from #farrowandball combine for a fresh feel. The splashback behind the sink area has also been painted in Stiffkey and then covered with glass for a clean, contemporary alternative to tiles. This kitchen is full loaded with appliances from #Wolf and #SubZero including #coffeemachine, #fridge, #freezer, #winestore, #cooker, #warmingdrawer, #refrigeratordrawer and #boilingwatertap from #Quooker. Appliance choices need to suit your kitchen size, space and budget and we can help with informed advice.

Colourful Bohemian Family Home in South London

Anouska Tamony Designs- Architecture & Interiors

In the kitchen, wall cabinets were replaced with open shelving and the custom in-frame, shaker style cabinets painted a striking cornflower blue to pick up hue in the handcrafted Delft tiles. Appliances were integrated and underfloor heating installed beneath the Belgian blue limestone creating a thoroughly modern and practical space with the charm of a traditional country kitchen.

Lex

framhouse kitchen

Cape Cod in San Marino

Charmean Neithart Interiors

Casual Elegance

JWH Design and Cabinetry LLC

Easton Cottage

Floors of Stone

The worn appearance of our Hand Dressed Antiqued Ash Limestone really does look like it has been laid for centuries in this beautiful kitchen.

Large Flowing Space Kitchen

Figura Kitchens & Interiors

A large family kitchen which flows perfectly into the new orangery. Designed using a variety of tactile surfaces including stone and wood. With a 3.5 metres long central island with unusual curved steps between the surfaces, it defines the space and is practical for incorporating storage, food preparation areas and is a wonderful focus for gathering people. There is also a walk in larder with marble surfaces for appliances and food storage.

Farrow & Ball De Nimes & Stiffkey Blue Shaker Kitchen

Fairoak Kitchens Ltd

This traditional in-frame kitchen features beaded shaker style doors painted in Farrow & Ball's De Nimes. The island is painted in a contrasting Stiffkey Blue and is finished either end with feature end panels and pilasters. There is also room for seating. This kitchen features lots of clever storage solutions, including larder cabinets with pull out trays, concealed bins and integrated appliances. We have made use of every bit of space by inserting a pull-out system in the corner base unit, and cupboards above the American-style fridge freezer and underneath the seating area on the island. We also put hidden cutlery drawers inside the deep pan drawers.

Kitchen with Blue Cabinets and Limestone Floors 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!