BEFORE PHOTO Our clients wanted to update their original mid century kitchen with a new, updated version. Walnut boxes with painted doors and drawer fronts was designed with Boomerang pulls to create that retro, but modern look. A huge island was designed so the family could eat dinner together in the kitchen. A long and tall wall of pantry storage was created, along with a small bench for sitting on to take shoes on and off and store grocery bags inside. Custom live-edge walnut shelves were used as storage and for the pony wall cap near the front entry. Large format textured tile was installed to limit grout, but bring in a unique, textural element to the backsplash. Mid century style lighting was installed above the sink and cloud-like pendants were hung high above the island for the tall clients to be able to see around and not bump their heads into. Our clients were truly thrilled with the finished project and have received many compliments on it's true to mid-century design.

lyme Regis

The Hatchery Kitchens

Student House

heidi elizabeth creative

Durable. Fresh. Inspiring. The design brief for this property was specific - upscale student meets single professional. The space can be easily adapted and cleaned and included; low-pile, stain resistant carpet; scrubbable wall paint; low maintenance, aqua plank vinyl flooring and Scandinavian furnishing, encompassing classic plastic elements. Together, mixed with Mid-century modern decor, this property has become a pleasing space to both focus on studies and live with flexibility, allowing either students of professionals to add their personal style. Keeping within a specified budget, the house sparks interest by using mustard and grey colour blocking; LED pendants; a chalkboard painted wall; tan faux-leather stools; staggered Herringbone gloss tiles; a photography gallery wall, and brushed brass finishings on cupboards, handles and light fixtures. With my client, we have completely renovated this 4 bed, 3 bath from it’s studs to a fit-for-purpose investment.

Custom Cabinets - FR Project

ADU Masters

Convert a laundry hall to a butler's pantry

st0sh

Took a "laundry hallway" connecting kitchen and garage, and after moving laundry to the basement, turned it into butler's pantry with deep drawers, slide out shelves, removable produce bins and a solid counter. Also replaced floor and baseboards.

Rénovation cuisine avec parquet massif en teck, joint pont de bateau

Devis Travaux Rénovation Paris

Cuisiner en couleur

Marie de Fumel - Architecte d'intérieur

A New Kitchen- Moving on from the Turquoise Wall Ovens (Rye Brook, NY)

DesignSmith Interiors

Blue and White kitchen with custom glass backsplash

Die Küche für eine Berliner Maisonettewohnung wurde im Zuge einer umfangreichen Renovierung gestaltet, geplant und ausgeführt. Sie besteht aus zwei sich gegenüberliegenden Küchenzeilen sowie zwei Hochschränken. Die Fronten sind aus dunkelblauem Linoleum mit Griffleisten aus massiver geölter Eiche gefertigt. Die Arbeitsplatte ist aus gebürstetem Edelstahl. Die große Herausforderung war die Planung für einen sehr verwinkelten Raum, dessen Ecken und Nischen optimal genutzt und gleichzeitig optisch ausgeglichen werden sollten.

Kitchen refurbishment - Before photo

Lacuna Design

Before photo of the kitchen renovation. Tired, yellowing kitchen cabinets, no real colour scheme and old tiles. This kitchen really needed its Lacuna makeover.

Hillsdale

Addison Grace Design

A contemporary kitchen with beautiful navy blue cabinetry makes this space stand out from the rest! A textured backsplash adds texture to the space and beautifully compliments the dimensional granite. Stainless steel appliances and and cabinet pulls are the perfect choice to not over power the navy cabinetry. The light laminate floors adds a natural and coastal feel to the room.

Barn Conversion Kitchen

Bath Kitchen Company

Lake Lure, NC (5469)

Timberpeg

Hans Rose Timberpeg Regional Manager Serving, North Carolina

W邸

株式会社ダイワテック

Compact Industrial Kitchen

Kitchen Connection of Ascot (KCA)

Exposed brick wall tiles are the perfect backdrop to this KCA kitchen featuring blue shaker doors on the back wall and rust effect doors on the island. Porcelain worktops in Carrara marble lighten up the colour scheme and give the appearance of marble with higher durability, Copper handles and industrial lighting adds a final contemporary and industrial touch to the design.

Kitchen

DeMotte Architects

Brad DeMotte

The Laurention

Discovery Dream Homes

Kuhlmann Bespoke RAL lacquered kitchen

Arlington Interiors

LELAND LOG CABIN

SARA VANDERSTELT with Creative Kitchens

Kitchen with Blue 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!