Raised knee wall provides a visual baffle of kitchen prep while entertaining, and yet still provides an open floor plan. Outlets in raised backsplash area eliminate electrical cords from hanging over the edge of the counter.

Drake Kitchen Renovation

Color Choice Interiors

The objective in this kitchen is to bring it from the current design into a more glam space to reflect the personality of the owner. We will start by removing the current range hood and replacing it with either ivory and gold, black and gold, stainless and gold or all gold range hood. Then we will replace the tile behind the range hood with either black and gold or cream and gold tile (marble or other) as a focal point and replace the remaining backsplash with a complimentary tile.

Spring Lake Custom Home

Richard F. Hall Custom Homes

Howard County Addition

Zwingelberg & Son Remodeling

North Hills makeover

Vimish Cabinetry & Design

A view of the former sink area, now we have a great open countertop area for food prep. The large pantry to the left incorporates full extension pull-out drawers, where items are easy to access instead of becoming lost in the back of the cabinet.

North Dallas Contemporary

Redstone Kitchens

This mid Century modern style kitchen blends perfectly with the rest of the home now after a major remodel. The cabinetry is a flat panel natural birds-eye maple mixed with a dark stained rift-cut oak veneer. Photo Credit by Costa Christ

Weathered and Distressed Bird Sanctuary Kitchen

Danilo Nesovic, Designer & Builder

Urban Country

Mr. Paul's Custom Cabinets

Merion1

Beatty Lumber Company

double trash pullout - Kessebohmer

Victorian Best Custom Home 2011

Hedger Constructions Pty Ltd

This stunning home has been finished to exacting standards and has received widespread recognition for its design, attention to finishing detail and use of innovative fixtures and fittings. The external finish combines soaring three metre rammed earth walls, ship lapped spotted gum gables, a 250PFC feature perimeter beam and expansive Capral 150 series double glazed windows. These combine to make an outstanding transition into a superb setting. Internally the house has extensive use of solid spotted gum for the cabinetry and 1200 x 600 porcelain tiles in the entrance creating an open feel to the home. Bathrooms and ensuite use travertine tiling and glass to full effect and the open kitchen with travertine stone, links to the living areas but has been designed with functionality in mind. The living area centres around a bespoke fireplace in natural stone on a raised resin buffed concrete hearth. Lighting and electrical fixtures combine cutting-edge technology with energy efficiency and all fixtures are of the latest design and provide practicality of use. A beautifully landscaped pool is viewed from the living and master bedroom areas and is complimented with a pool house that replicates the features of the main house. Hedger Constructions is proud to have worked with the owners to complete this multi award winning home. Awards: Victorian Regional Builder of the Year 2011 2011 Victorian Best Custom Home 1M - $3M North East Regional Builder of the Year 2011 2011 North East Best Custom Home over $500,000

Mary Watson

Herbert H. Construction

Newhall Kitchen

Marie Stewart Interiors

Washington Township Nero Nuovo Quartzite Kitchen

Remodeling Designs, Inc.

Kings Gate

Kitchen and Bath Plus

3D design for the kitchen are done by us along with customization of the cabinets. We provided the cabinet and countertop installation service for the client. We supplied the cabinets and quartz countertop.

Lemon Ranch

SoCal Contractor

Lori Dennis Interior Design Erika Bierman Photography

Weathered and Distressed Bird Sanctuary Kitchen

Danilo Nesovic, Designer & Builder

Clutterless

Clutterless Home Solutions, LLC

Robin Hood Road

Greystone Kitchens

This Classically designed kitchen with modern accessories pops with color while remaining neutral and balanced. The 100% maple cabinetry in Honey Chocolate with the intricate Devon door style is complemented by the Santa Cecilia Amber Granite and blends perfectly with both Travertine backsplash and flooring tile choices. The bold decision to install the flooring on a diagonal makes the room look both longer and wider and modern even in a traditional medium. We also added a few accessories that help with accessibility and organization such as the pull out spice rack, pull out tray organizer and a full set of pull out pantry shelves. Kim Lindsey Photography

Kitchens

DD Evans Construction Inc

This Too

DesignIY

All products from Lowe's or existing Design: Marcus Lehman Craftsmen: Kjeldgaard Construction After Photos: Marcus Lehman

Kitchen with Light Wood Cabinets 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!