This wide plank, softly wire brushed oak sets the perfect tone for this custom home. Not only is this European oak a stunning floor, its durable! It has a UV cured aluminum oxide urethane finish and has a thick enough veneer to sand and finish if needed. 7-1/2″ wide planks and 4 sided micro bevel. Planks up to 73″ long make this a must have look to complement any space your choose to create.

Condo Kitchen Remodeling Arlington VA

Solid Kitchen & Bath

Photographer: Berkay Demirkan

Traditional Kitchen

Tucson Villa

ABT Home Renovations & Design Center

Custom hood and circular vaulted ceiling.

Kitchen / Family Room

The Decorating Therapist

The kitchen, although medium size, feels larger because it is open to the family room and separated from the breakfast area by the large island. Design: Carol Lombardo Weil; Photography: Tony Cossentino, WhytheFoto.com

Project 3501-1 Ford Pkwy St. Paul Kitchen Remodel Plaid Wallpaper

Castle Building & Remodeling

This twin home was the perfect home for these empty nesters – retro-styled bathrooms, beautiful fireplace and built-ins, and a spectacular garden. The only thing the home was lacking was a functional kitchen space. The old kitchen had three entry points – one to the dining room, one to the back entry, and one to a hallway. The hallway entry was closed off to create a more functional galley style kitchen that isolated traffic running through and allowed for much more countertop and storage space. The clients wanted a transitional style that mimicked their design choices in the rest of the home. A medium wood stained base cabinet was chosen to warm up the space and create contrast against the soft white upper cabinets. The stove was given two resting points on each side, and a large pantry was added for easy-access storage. The original box window at the kitchen sink remains, but the same granite used for the countertops now sits on the sill of the window, as opposed to the old wood sill that showed all water stains and wears. The granite chosen (Nevaska Granite) is a wonderful color mixture of browns, greys, whites, steely blues and a hint of black. A travertine tile backsplash accents the warmth found in the wood tone of the base cabinets and countertops. Elegant lighting was installed as well as task lighting to compliment the bright, natural light in this kitchen. A flip-up work station will be added as another work point for the homeowners – likely to be used for their stand mixer while baking goodies with their grandkids. Wallpaper adds another layer of visual interest and texture. The end result is an elegant and timeless design that the homeowners will gladly use for years to come. Tour this project in person, September 28 – 29, during the 2019 Castle Home Tour!

Hickory Kitchen Cabinets

Dimensions in Wood Inc

This kitchen remodel has a 5 foot Galley Workstation with a 36" induction cook top opposite it in the island.

Kitchen

Tim Bird Superior Contracting

McCormick Ranch | Hunt's Kitchen & Design | Kitchen

Hunt's Kitchen Design

Beautiful wood stained, raised panel kitchen cabinets with granite counter tops, and travertine floors and backsplash. This kitchen is an excellent example of Traditional design. Notice the custom trim and millwork through the project...very impressive. Enjoy!

From Dismal to Bright - White Kitchen in Benjamin Moore's "Swiss Coffee"

Paper Moon Painting

White cabinets painted in Benjamin Moore BM OC-45, Swiss Coffee by Paper Moon Painting. Drawer pull from Restoration Hardware. Photo by Lori Sear.

Rebel Ridge Kitchen

Henry Kate Design Co.

This mini-facelift was done in a few weeks, with one week of planning and came off without a hitch! The challenge was bringing in grey and white while keeping the existing (very brown) countertops! The key here is the travertine backsplash. It had all the colors we needed to be able to mix everything together in the space. We updated the backsplash and the floors and painted the cabinets and walls. Overall, it was a really big transformation for not a ton of money!

Shenandoah Valley

Absolute Kitchens Inc.

Bob Narod

Trotter Run

Kitchens by Design Firm

Indian Hill Traditional Kitchen with Bar Alcove

Bauscher Construction & Remodeling, Inc.

RVP Photography

Marshall Kitchen Remodel

Home Sweet Home Improvements LLC

Home Sweet Home Improvements, LLC

Southern Fairfax County

Village and Coast, LLC

Transformed this boring builder grade kitchen into a stunning and modern workspace. Painted medium brown oak cabinets a deep Mink Grey. Installed a neutral travertine matchstick tile back splash with slate inset behind the Jenn Air cooktop. Brushed nickel hardware in a modern profile and undercabinet lighting add sparkle.

Dark Corner Remodel

First Choice Custom Builders

Custom faux finish cabinetry, distressed wood beams and rock wall with inset windows. Tile backsplash, wood floors and custom cooktop island with stove and vent-a-hood. Hand scraped wood flooring. Butcher block bar top and granite countertops.

Tudor Addition Renovation 1

New Leaf Collaborative Architecture & Design

Kitchen Renovation with Haas Cabinets

Randall Cabinets & Design, Inc.

Kitchen with Granite Benchtops and Travertine 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!