Blaine Truitt Covert

Huge re-model including taking ceiling from a flat ceiling to a complete transformation. Bamboo custom cabinetry was given a grey stain, mixed with walnut strip on the bar and the island given a different stain. Huge amounts of storage from deep pan corner drawers, roll out trash, coffee station, built in refrigerator, wine and alcohol storage, appliance garage, pantry and appliance storage, the amounts go on and on. Floating shelves with a back that just grabs the eye takes this kitchen to another level. The clients are thrilled with this huge difference from their original space.

Back in Time Kitchen

Brook and Company

Entertainer's Dream Kitchen

JS-1 Construction Co

Accessible appliance center in kitchen- Peter Simpson

Johanna and Bob's House Saratoga Springs

Green Conscience Home & Garden

Wheelchair Accessible Home Remodel

Accessibility by Design, Inc.

Wheelchair accessible roll-under coffee bar with granite countertop, soft-close drawers, arched faucet, lever control handles, and shallow sink. Custom constructed of cypress with black granite top.

Hilda 50's Ranch

madpaddler

this kitchen had a very low ceiling, and was cramped and dark. I removed the ceiling and painted the exposed rafters, painted a design on the walls, added an additional window, removed all the upper cabinets and added shelving-that alone really had a lot of impact. Also changed out the darker granite for a lighter color, painted the maple finish cabinets white, changed out hardware, added the beech countertop and created the bkft bar. In lieu of a backsplash, I used a mirror I had to bounce more light. The wall lights reminded me of Jonathan Adler, they have little holes in the them so they spread the light and are so pretty at night.

Cork

Sandberg's Custom Hardwood Floors

Burl pattern cork in whiskey brown color

LIBRARY-LOWER LEVEL LIVING

Princeton Design Collaborative

Medicine Lake Modern

Studio M Kitchen & Bath

The space is adorned from top to bottom with integrated lighting that brighten everything from the food prep areas to inside the cabinet drawers. Other integrated lighting can be found in the panels of the kitchen cabinetry and even surrounding the base of the center island.

Green House

nimtim Architects

Megan Taylor

Mid Centrury Modern Kitchen + Master Bath

Michaelson Homes LLC

The wall behind the stove used to be an opening to the foyer. It was closed in to allow for more wall space for cabinets and appliances. The navy cabinets were crafted and finished in Sherwin Williams Naval by Riverside Custom Cabinetry and designed by Michaelson Homes designer Lisa Mungin. They are accented with brass hardware knobs and pulls from the Emtek Trail line. The modern pendants were purchased from Ferguson. The showpiece of the kitchen is the stunning quartz waterfall island.

Coastal Style Living

Design Line Kitchens

Kitchen Designer : Ralph Katz of Design Line Kitchens Photographed by Nettie Einhorn

Federal Hill Townhome

Marren Architects

Alan Gilbert

Contemporary Birdseye Maple Kitchen

Cheryl Oldershaw Chant

Beautiful Contemporary Birdseye Maple Kitchen with Black Absolute Countertops, GE Monogram Appliances with Wolf Microwave Drawer, White Glass 12x24 Backsplash, Wicanders Cork Flooring Elkay undermount sink and faucets with light grey walls. Designed By Cheryl Oldershaw Chant formerly from Marco Island, Florida a designer with McDaniels Kitchen and Bath 4500sf showroom in Lansing, Michigan. Contact Cheryl at coldershaw@thekitchenshops.com Cell (239)-450-0126

Kalorama Townhouse

Dynerman Architects PC

Burke Photography

1920's Kitchen

Gatling Design

Polished nickel fixtures including the plumbing, lighting and outlet covers add to the period feel. Three different kinds of cabinet hardware including pulls, knobs and cabinet latches add character. A dishwasher was added to provide more modern convenience to the old style kitchen. Cabinet design, materials, color and fixture selection by Gatling Design. Photo by Gail Owens

Easton Traditional Elegance

Tara Veith Kitchen & Bath Design

We transformed an awkward bowling alley into an elegant and gracious kitchen that works for a couple or a grand occasion. The prep island is compact but still provides 24" under-counter refrigerator drawers, a large prep sink with pull-out garbage underneath. The cabinet facing the range has in-drawer knife storage with cutting board/cookie sheet storage below.

High-Rise Condo - Contemporary Look

Provanti Designs, Inc

John G Wilbanks Photography

Contemporary bamboo kitchen

WoodMaster

This was a Green Building project so wood materials has to be FSC Certified and NAUF. The amber bamboo used (which is horizontal grain run), is a sustainable wood. The The interiors are certified maple plywood. Low VOC clear water-based finish.

Kitchen with Cork 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!