Transitional Kitchen and Great Room Remodel in Ft. Myers

We anchored the kitchen with a large custom island that features a gorgeous single hand-hammered copper sink, bronze faucets and two dish washers. Along the wall is a French culinary handmade La Cornue stove and custom-built range hood that creates a stunning focal point. It’s surrounded by classic white stacked cabinetry—the left- and right-side cabinets flush with the countertops. The top row of cabinets is designed with glass-paneled doors and in-cabinet lighting perfect for highlighting kitchen collectibles. A convenient way to save valuable counter space, and help provide a clean, clutter-free look for the kitchen, we installed an appliance garage with plenty of storage. The large, walk-in pantry was designed with convenient roll out shelves. The kitchen countertops were topped with Taj Mahal quartzite, which were polished in a leathered finish to create the rustic feel our clients were looking for. Two large refrigerator/freezer combo units were designed into the space to provide plenty of food storage, both fresh and frozen. A convenient “Command Center” was added to one end of the refrigerator wall, concealed behind the cabinet doors, to store mail, a kid’s activity calendar, school papers, a bulletin board, etc. The base cabinet between the kitchen and great room was designed with plenty of drawers and a high-power docking station for charging multiple devices, including tablets, phones, reading devices, and headsets.

Rustic Industrial Kitchen in Carmel, California

Urban Effects Cabinetry

A Carmel, California homeowner is enjoying a two-tone kitchen with a rustic farmhouse feel and slight but undeniable industrial vibe. This kitchen was created with Urban Effects Cabinetry’s Pioneer door style in HDF (high density fiberboard). The perimeter cabinet color is Woodgate. The island cabinet color is Cloud White. Handmade subway tile, commercial grade appliances—and let's not forget the stunning ceiling—work together to create an incredible transformation. Also included in this project album are “before” photos, which are always fun to see! A kitchen project like this doesn't come together without a lot of hard work: kudos to Jillian Clark, the designer. She is on staff with Kitchen Studio of Monterey Peninsula, Inc, an Urban Effects Cabinetry dealer in Seaside, California. Remodel Services were provided by Across the Pond Construction, Inc. and photography was by Dave Clark. #fullaccess #design #kitchen #urbaneffectscabinetry

Flexible Design

Conceptual Kitchens & Millwork

Country Gates Remodel

Dee Hurford Designs

With the center cooking island removed, black was selected for the island to provide high contrast and a homework station for the kids

Outside the Kitchen

Cabinet Concepts by Design

Extended Kitchen Workspaces

Tailored Spaces, Natalie Spiniolas

The warmth and inviting feel of this kitchen is breathtaking.

2nd Place Lovette Construction

Alabama Remodeling Excellence Awards

Lovette Construction 2nd Place Kitchen Remodel $40-$80k

Urban Halifax Oak

The Rigid Kitchen Company

Range: Urban Colour: Halifax Oak Worktops: Quartz

The Wool Shed

Unique Homestays

La Picciosa - a chic retreat by the sea

Marco Lugli

Farmhouse Inspiration

Finstad's Carpet One

An inviting Farmhouse kitchen with crisp, clean subway tile for the back-splash and contrasting dark wood flooring to add heart to this family kitchen. Tile and flooring available at Finstad's Carpet One.

Modern Kitchen Boasting Open Shelving

Bailey's Cabinets

Cabinet Brand: Haas Lifestyle Collection Wood Species: Rustic Hickory Cabinet Finish: Driftwood Door Style: Revere Countertops: VersaTop Quartz, Eased Edge, No Backsplash, Palazzo Color

Karen's Modern Kitchens

Hancock Lumber Kitchen Design Showroom

Aldgate Rustic Home Project

Hurren Architects

The rustic, eclectic country kitchen uses a combination of old furniture pieces, custom-made recycled timber sink bench and stove area country kitchen. The central island bench provides informal seating. Minimal tiled splashbacks for oven and sink areas.

Backyard Cottage Crown Hill

microhouse

This backyard cottage features an open plan with a sleeping nook rather than a full bedroom. Vaulted ceilings and ample natural light make the compact space feel spacious.

Lakeside Cottage Retreat

Thomas James Cabinetry Inc.

Paul Bennett Photography

DHT-15 Shabby Chic Home - Custom Home - Manitoba

Vogt Building Construction Inc.

Tristan Fast Photography

marietta Leung

Thomas and Birch - Kitchens and Living

An eclectic blend of materials create this charming kitchen, from the rub-through edges on the lower dark cabinetry, simple white uppers, and funky raised wood bar.

Kitchen with Distressed 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!