North Point

Rautmann Custom Homes

Waypoint Living Spaces

CarpetsPlus Colortile MA

South Colorado Blvd - Rustic Transitional

BKC Kitchen and Bath

Photography: RockinMedia. This gorgeous new-build in Cherry Hills Village has a spacious floor plan with a warm mix of rustic and transitional style, a perfect complement to its Colorado backdrop. Kitchen cabinets: Crystal Cabinets, Tahoe door style, Sunwashed Grey stain with VanDyke Brown highlight on quarter-sawn oak. Cabinet design by Caitrin McIlvain, BKC Kitchen and Bath, in partnership with ReConstruct. Inc.

INSPIRACIÓN COCINAS

XTONE- PORCELANOSA GRUPO

Pavimento porcelánico de gran formato XLIGHT Premium AGED Clay Nature by URBATEK - PORCELANOSA Grupo

Conservation refurbishment

User

Marvelous in Mesa

Reve Design & Custom Construction

This kitchen features a large, custom island, veggie sink, hammered copper apron sink, white shaker cabinets, two-tone cabinets, wood beams, wood looking tile floors, custom wood hood, indoor/outdoor bar, and pendant lights. Photo Credit: David Elton

Bethesda, MD Kitchen - Collaboration with Anthony Wilder design/build

KONST SieMatic - Kitchen Interior Design

Design and construction by Anthony Wilder Design/Build, SieMatic cabinetry by KONST. Photography by Robert Lautman.

Santa Monica Contemporary Kitchen

New Generation Home Improvements

Amy Bartlam

Midcentury Modern Home Addition

Normandy Remodeling

This bar-area within the kitchen was skillfully designed with custom cubbies for displaying bar ware. A beverage fridge also provides guests with easy access to drinks.

Harbour Pointe (Mukilteo, WA) Kitchen

WoodHart Interiors & Design, LLC

Featured on Houzz: 'Kitchen of the Week' Photographer: Dan Farmer

SB 290 Calacatta AGGLOTECH TERRAZZO

Ollin Stone

Versatility! What happen if you combine Agglotech Terrazzo with the stylish wood of a country kitchen?! Cozy, quiet, intimate: at home! Project: Private House City: Lithuania Color: SB 290 Calacatta Find more on our website www.ollinstone.com

Maiden Court Kitchen and Master Bath Makeover

Alair Homes Plano

Our clients have lived in this 1985 North Dallas home for almost 10 years, and it was time for a change. They had to decide whether to move or give the home an update. They were in a small quiet neighborhood tucked away near the popular suburb of Addison and also near the beautiful Celestial Park. Their backyard was like a hidden paradise, which is hard to find in Dallas, so they decided to update the two primary areas that needed it: the kitchen and the master bathroom. The kitchen had a black and white retro checkerboard tile floor, and the bathroom was very Tuscan. There were no cabinets on the main wall in the kitchen before. They were lacking space and functionality and desperately needed a complete overhaul in their kitchen. There were two entryways leading into the kitchen from the foyer, so one was closed off and the island was eliminated, giving them space for an entire wall of cabinets. The cabinets along this back kitchen wall were finished with a gorgeous River Rock stain. The cabinets on the other side of the kitchen were painted Polar, creating a seamless flow into the living room and creating a one-of-a-kind kitchen! Large 24x36 Elysium Tekali crema polished porcelain tiles created a simple, yet unique kitchen floor. The beautiful Levantina quartzite countertops pulled it all together and everything from the pop-up outlets in the countertops to the roll-up doors on the pantry cabinets, to the pull-out appliance shelves, makes this kitchen super functional and updated!

Cottage Row 1

Black Rock Design | Build

This tiny 800sf cottage was in desperate need of a makeover. Black Rock remodeled the entire two-bedroom cabin and created this wonderful kitchen space. These two-tone cabinets, white and black tile backsplash, and white granite countertops highlight make this tiny kitchen feel bigger than it is.

Warm Contemporary Kitchen

Detailed Designs By Denise

Wright Custom Cabinets Perimeter Cabinets: Sherwin Williams Heron Plume Island Cabinets & Floating Shelves: Natural Walnut Countertops: Quartzite New Tahiti Suede Sink: Blanco Ikon Anthracite

Cooked to Perfection

Kindred Interior Studios

Kitchen in San Diego

CairnsCraft Design & Remodel

Gray and Copper Kitchen Remodel

Bath, Kitchen and Tile Center

Northern Indinana Lake House

Schmidt Furniture and Cabinetry, LLC

Transitional Kitchen Scottsdale-McCormick Ranch

Caine & Company

This remodel was for a family that wanted a contemporary style kitchen with a mix of modern and traditional elements. To bring in the traditional, we installed hardwood flooring in grey and brown tones and Shaker style cabinets but updated them in a grey-brown color for the perimeter and a navy blue for the island. The cabinet hardware is a bronze color with a modern design-bar pulls instead of knobs for all cabinets and drawers. To emulate the color of the cabinet hardware, the island pendants are a bronze wire fixture in addition to the bronze brackets holding up the wine rack display. The countertops are a marble design quartz and the appliances are stainless steel. The backsplash on the stove wall is a contemporary linen-like tile installed in a chevron design and the coffee bar area is also a linen-like tile but in an abstract design. There is a walnut shelf above the quartz countertops to bring in some warmth and rustic elements to the area. For a more contemporary feel, we left the HVAC exposed but painted it white as well as the traditional wooden beams. Overall, the design team and the clients felt the kitchen lived up to their expectations and more of what a Contemporary design could be. Photos by Rick Young

Kitchen with Brown Cabinets and White Splashback 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!