We are delighted to share this stunning kitchen with you. Often with simple design comes complicated processes. Careful consideration was paid when picking out the material for this project. From the outset we knew the oak had to be vintage and have lots of character and age. This is beautiful balanced with the new and natural rubber forbo doors. This kitchen is up there with our all time favourites. We love a challenge. MATERIALS- Vintage oak drawers / Iron Forbo on valchromat doors / concrete quartz work tops / black valchromat cabinets.

Southern Traditional

Tobi Fairley Interior Design

Photography - Nancy Nolan Walls are Sherwin Williams Believable Buff, Island is Sherwin Williams Verdant, Cabinets are Sherwin Williams Lotus Pod

Belvedere

Scavolini Store Brooklyn

Country French kitchen

OMNIA Group Architects

The comfortable elegance of this French-Country inspired home belies the challenges faced during its conception. The beautiful, wooded site was steeply sloped requiring study of the location, grading, approach, yard and views from and to the rolling Pennsylvania countryside. The client desired an old world look and feel, requiring a sensitive approach to the extensive program. Large, modern spaces could not add bulk to the interior or exterior. Furthermore, it was critical to balance voluminous spaces designed for entertainment with more intimate settings for daily living while maintaining harmonic flow throughout. The result home is wide, approached by a winding drive terminating at a prominent facade embracing the motor court. Stone walls feather grade to the front façade, beginning the masonry theme dressing the structure. A second theme of true Pennsylvania timber-framing is also introduced on the exterior and is subsequently revealed in the formal Great and Dining rooms. Timber-framing adds drama, scales down volume, and adds the warmth of natural hand-wrought materials. The Great Room is literal and figurative center of this master down home, separating casual living areas from the elaborate master suite. The lower level accommodates casual entertaining and an office suite with compelling views. The rear yard, cut from the hillside, is a composition of natural and architectural elements with timber framed porches and terraces accessed from nearly every interior space flowing to a hillside of boulders and waterfalls. The result is a naturally set, livable, truly harmonious, new home radiating old world elegance. This home is powered by a geothermal heating and cooling system and state of the art electronic controls and monitoring systems.

Pantry

CP Designs Colorado

Rustic and Country Kitchens

Beckony Kitchens & Baths

While rustic touches like distressed knotty alder cabinets and a stacked stone hood abound, this classic Colorado kitchen is utterly fresh and contemporary thanks to a sleek granite countertop and a harmonious design. (Photography by Phillip Nilsson)

O'Connor Kitchen

Aegean Design Studio

Rustic Red Cedar Kitchen with cultured Stone Backsplash

Leading Edge Supply & Design

Custom Kitchen Designs and Remodeling in New Jersey

IMPROVE or MOVE

Custom kitchen design build remodeling in New Jersey

Campbellville Kitchen

Hustler Design House

Willoughby

Aspen Constructors Inc.

Photo by David O. Marlow

Bergen Ash Brings Coastal Charm

Kitchen Magic

When a homeowner lives less than a mile from the beach, Bergen Ash will bring coastal charms. Protecting their granite investment, cabinet refacing transformed existing cherry wood to a chic beach vibe.

Flying Dutchman Condo at Keystone Ski Area

Mtn. Kitchens & Cabinetry

Showplace Wood Products: Rustic Alder, Pendleton Wide Shaker Style Doors in an International Plus Style. Finished with Nutmeg Stain/ matte finish. Over sanding of doors and drawer headers. Original plastic drawers removed and replaced with Wood Species: Rustic Alder Finish Choice: Nutmeg, Ebony Glaze, Oversanding. Sheen Level: Matte (10) Blum Soft Close Hinges on all cabinet doors Trim: Flat, Corner Molding, Toe Board Trim, Living room side; Peninsula Panels /finish Drawer Headers: Slab Crown Molding: Mission MCM– upper kitchen cabinets Dovetail Drawers 3/4” hardwood four-sided dovetail joinery with 1/4” fully-captive plywood bottom and clear catalyzed varnish finish with soft-close Blumotion full extension glides Under Sink Liner with re-build of interior of sink base. Learn more about Showplace: http://www.houzz.com/pro/showplacefinecabinetry/showplace-wood-products Mtn. Kitchens Staff Photo

Residences in DeBordieu Colony, Georgetown, SC 2

Catalyst Architects, LLC

Catalyst Architects Photo by Greg Butler - Prime Folio Inc.

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

House Plus Love

Kitchen with Distressed Cabinets and Ceramic 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!