Kitchen of the Modern Retreat, the clients wanted to incorporate as much universal design elements possible. Notice the majority of the cabinets are lowers with only one wall of uppers. Cabinets are topped with Lattice Polished Pental quartz, with waterfall application on both sides of the island. Reclaimed barn wood paneling for the backside of the island, the same wood is used for the sliding barn door to the entry closet. Photography by Marie-Dominique Verdier.

Kitchen dining room with cork wall

Projects Office

A baby was on the way and time was of the essence when the clients, a young family, approached us to re-imagine the interior of their three storey Victorian townhouse. Within a full redecoration, we focussed the budget on the key spaces of the kitchen, family bathroom and master bedroom (sleep is precious, after all) with entertaining and relaxed family living in mind. The new interventions are designed to work in harmony with the building’s period features and the clients’ collections of objects, furniture and artworks. A palette of warm whites, punctuated with whitewashed timber and the occasional pastel hue makes a calming backdrop to family life.

Modern Waterfall Kitchen

Miracle Contracting Inc.

Full demo and framing to enlarge the kitchen and open to 2 adjoining spaces. New electrical and lighting, cabinets, counters, appliances, flooring and more.

Transitional Green Serenity Kitchen

CairnsCraft Design & Remodel

Kitchen Renovation Dunedin Beach

DCI Home Improvements

Kitchen renovation in a 1970's era condominium on Dunedin Causeway in Dunedin, FL. Upgrades include removal of walls to open the space. The addition of new Designer's Choice Cabinetry, glass tile backsplash, and new LVP floors throughout.

1964 Eichler Renovation and Restoration

Destination Eichler, LLC

SW 27th

John Webb Construction and Design

Complete kitchen and guest bathroom remodel with IKEA cabinetry, custom VG Fir doors, quartz countertop, ceramic tile backsplash, and grouted LVT tile flooring

Historic Landmark Estate Restoration

Allen Construction

Historic landmark estate restoration kitchen with original American Encaustic tile detailing, white checkerboard vinyl composition tile, tile countertops that match the butlers' pantry, and contrasting kitchen island with marble countertop, original wrought iron fixtures, and a Juliet balcony that looks out onto the pool and casita. Photo by: Jim Bartsch

Builder grade kitchen Renovation

Kelly Ann Photography

modern updated kitchen renovation. open concept. quartz island. black leathered granite countertops

Whole Home Renovation - Oakland

The Home Co.

Lake George Cottage - Interior Renovation

Case's Renovations Ltd.

Open concept kitchen / dining / living / sunroom provides warm to this cozy great room. Pine accent skylight tunnel provides natural light and beauty to this great room. Custom built in gas fireplace is tiled with a large TV mounted above it. Kitchen island houses the kitchen sink and dishwasher. Even when you are doing dishes, you will not miss a thing at this kitchen sink! Sliding door from the kitchen allows you to step onto the side deck that houses a BBQ for exterior cooking.

Midcentury Kitchen

Organic Coastal

Nina Williams Interiors

This kitchen boasts a huge island with six counter stools. The island is green and the backsplash is accented with green zelige tile from Morocco. Textured wicker pendants and white oak shelves give this kitchen an organic feel. White Cafe appliances with brass pulls compliment the white cabinets.

HOUSE IN St. Matthews Avenue, Surbiton, Surrey

Francesco Pierazzi Architects

The corner site, at the junction of St. Matthews Avenue and Chamberlain Way and delimited by a garden with mature trees, is located in a tranquil and leafy area of Surbiton in Surrey. Located in the north-east cusp of the site, the large two-storey Victorian suburban villa is a large family home combined with business premises, whereby part of the Ground Floor is used as Nursery. The property has been extended by FPA to improve the internal layout and provide additional floor space for a dedicated kitchen and a large Living Room with multifunctional quality. FPA has developed a proposal for a side extension to replace a derelict garage, conceived as a subordinate addition to the host property. It is made up of two separate volumes facing Chamberlain Way: the smaller one accommodates the kitchen and the primary one the large Living Room. The two volumes - rectangular in plan and both with a mono pitch roof - are set back from one another and are rotated so that their roofs slope in opposite directions, allowing the primary space to have the highest ceiling facing the outside. The architectural language adopted draws inspiration from Froebel’s gifts and wood blocs. A would-be architect who pursued education as a profession instead, Friedrich Froebel believed that playing with blocks gives fundamental expression to a child’s soul, with blocks symbolizing the actual building blocks of the universe. Although predominantly screened by existing boundary treatments and mature vegetation, the new brick building initiates a dialogue with the buildings at the opposite end of St. Matthews Avenue that employ similar materials and roof design. The interior is inspired by Scandinavian design and aesthetic. Muted colours, bleached exposed timbers and birch plywood contrast the dark floor and white walls. Gianluca Maver

Contemporary Urban Condo

Nistenhaus Design LLC

White cabinets pop against the green wall. Note the dining light fixture.

A 1977 Kitchen & Living Room Redesign

Medford Remodeling

Modern L-Shaped Kitchen Remodel

Balboa Design Group

After

Chalk Hill LLC

Extra large island of green granite is the locus for family activity: dominating the main living areas and providing the hub around which all family life circulates. Top quality vinyl plank flooring is tough and resilient with good acoustic dampening and traction for large family pets. Design by Chalk Hill

Kitchen remodel Angleton

FCM Remodelings

Küche

GesagtGetan Möbeldesign

GesagtGetan Möbeldesign: Katharina Buchholz

Kitchen with Green Splashback and Vinyl 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!