Updated kitchen with custom green cabinetry, black countertops, custom hood vent for 36" Wolf range with designer tile and stained wood tongue and groove backsplash.

Mill Valley, CA

Urrutia Design

URRUTIA DESIGN Photography by Matt Sartain

Central Phoenix Copper Hood

May Construction, Inc.

In a successful small kitchen, every element must pull its weight. We installed new cabinets from floor to ceiling, fitting a combination of shelves, deep drawers and custom pullouts, making every cabinet usable. Stealing the show is tile above the cooktop, it provides a visual drawing card with its textural beauty and a creative layout. Convenient can lighting, modern stainless-steel appliances and a new glass laundry door bring in lots of natural light for this stunning petite kitchen.

Contemporary Custom Sapele Cabinets

Castor Inc.

Designer: Kelly Taaffe Design, Inc. Photographer: Andrea Hope

Rénovation d’un appartement à Paris-Buttes Chaumont - Cuisine contemporaine

Bän Architecture

Dos áticos en uno

TheHallStudio & Manu Pagés Arquitectura

José Hevia

Chanhassen Main level remodel

R|House Design Build

Nassau House Kitchen

Matthew Fowler, Architect

A detail view of the kitchen with a farmhouse porcelain sink and butcherblock maple counter and backsplash from John Boos. Lower cabinets have shaker style front panels painted in light gray green, and upper shelving is also painted light gray green. The built-in Sub Zero refrigerator also has shaker style front panels. A matching pantry at the other end of the kitchen mirrors the refrigerator.

Dining In

Fresh Photo House

Residential Interior & Exterior

DiPasquale Painting

Kitchen with dark brown walls and stained wood cabinets

Sleek Kitchen

Fredman Design Group

With warm tones, rift-cut oak cabinetry and custom-paneled Thermador appliances, this contemporary kitchen is an open and gracious galley-style format that enables multiple cooks to comfortably share the space.

Kitchenette

A & K Custom Cabinetry

Earthy Greens, Shimmering Golds, and Warm Wood in a Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

Dura Supreme Cabinetry

Dramatic and moody never looked so good, or so inviting. Beautiful shiplap detailing on the wood hood and the kitchen island create a sleek modern farmhouse vibe in the decidedly modern kitchen. An entire wall of tall cabinets conceals a large refrigerator in plain sight and a walk-in pantry for amazing storage. Two beautiful counter-sitting larder cabinets flank each side of the cooking area creating an abundant amount of specialized storage. An extra sink and open shelving in the beverage area makes for easy clean-ups after cocktails for two or an entire dinner party. The warm contrast of paint and stain finishes makes this cozy kitchen a space that will be the focal point of many happy gatherings. The two-tone cabinets feature Dura Supreme Cabinetry’s Carson Panel door style is a dark green “Rock Bottom” paint contrasted with the “Hazelnut” stained finish on Cherry. Design by Danee Bohn of Studio M Kitchen & Bath, Plymouth, Minnesota. Request a FREE Dura Supreme Brochure Packet: https://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochures/ Find a Dura Supreme Showroom near you today: https://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochures Want to become a Dura Supreme Dealer? Go to: https://www.durasupreme.com/become-a-cabinet-dealer-request-form/

Sophisticated Balance Kitchen

SieMatic Seattle/ Summers Studio

SieMatic Cabinetry in Lotus White Gloss Laminate at Tall cabinets and Wild Grey Oak Laminate at Base cabinets.

Sophisticated Balance Kitchen

SieMatic Seattle/ Summers Studio

SieMatic Cabinetry in Lotus White Gloss Laminate at Tall cabinets and Wild Grey Oak Laminate at Base cabinets. SieMatic Smoked Oak Bartop at Island.

Appartement Ax-Les-Thermes

Laurence JOVET Décoratrice d'intérieur

Vue sur le grand placard de l'entrée, avec portes coulissantes. Cette pièce à vivre est le coeur de l'appartement et je tenais à ce que les locataires prennent pleinement conscience de l'espace et de la lumière dès leur arrivée dans l'appartement. Genre : "wouah !". On a donc complètement ouvert l'espace, abattu les cloisons et un mur porteur pour ne conserver qu'un poteau avec IPN. La jolie lumière qui arrive du côté rivière a pu ainsi baigner la totalité de l'espace. Une fois tout ouvert, il a fallu guider à nouveau l'oeil, aider l'orientation en marquant les espaces ainsi ouverts. La cuisine a été mise en valeur dans son "cube" avec un coloris de peinture plus soutenu et un éclairage sous les meubles au sol. Le coin salon a été séparé par un claustra qui marque l'espace sans casser la perspective, et qui permet de venir appuyer la TV. Le coin salon est mis en valeur par l'application de quelques lés de papier-peints (Scion). Les murs sont peints avec des peintures lessivables. La table de la salle à manger, réalisée dans le même matériau que le plan de la cuisine, permet d'accueillir 8 convives.

Jackson Hole

Zoske Construction

Karl Neumann Photography

Kitchen with Brown Splashback and Light Hardwood 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!