Grant, Old Basing, Hampshire, Kitchen Project

The couple had a vision to extend the property to create a very spacious split level open plan living, kitchen, dining space, with the kitchen on the upper level with a contemporary style clear glass divide between the kitchen and the lower living dining area, with large patio doors out into the garden. Even though the kitchen is on the upper level and is the first part you enter from the spacious hallway, the ceiling height is very generous, adding to the feeling of light and space. OVERALL CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE “Absolutely brilliant and we could not fault anything!” commented Laura Grant. “The kitchen was the most seamless part of the whole project, Mark and his team made it so easy. He was always so good at coming back to us, keeping us informed at every stage and we like him very much on a personal level, he was great to work with. We have already spoken to him about designing and installing further furniture for the far end of the kitchen. We would definitely recommend Beau-Port to our friends and family. ”

Scotton, Harrogate

Infinite Bespoke Interiors

A beautiful sold ash in-frame kitchen design, painted in a selection of F&B colours.

Tucson Kitchen

GJJJB LLC

Kitchen Remodel After Photos. Custom counter stools made with Revolution Leather from The Leather Hide Store.

Barn Conversion Kitchen

InStil Design Limited

Antique White Kitchen Remodel with Unique Countertops in Sacramento, CA

A+ Construction & Remodeling

Westlake Village 06

Forest Construction Co. Inc.

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Scotton, Harrogate

Infinite Bespoke Interiors

A beautiful sold ash in-frame kitchen design, painted in a selection of F&B colours.

Award-Winning Residential Interior 2019

Strobel Design Build

The dated kitchen was upgraded to a more contemporary European cabinet with a large island. Adding the kitchen island gave much more working space in addition to seating for family and guests. Large drawers in the island also improved the storage capacity for large items. The previously dark kitchen was lit with multiple recess LED can lights, and accent lighting at the island seating area.

Randall, Cliddesden, Basingstoke, Hampshire Kitchen Project

BP Kitchens & Interiors

Rhona and David Randall’s 1986 home near Basingstoke, North Hampshire originally had a kitchen with a separate utility room attached, which meant that their kitchen space was somewhat limited to being a functional kitchen and not the kitchen, dining, living space that they could use to entertain friends and family in. It was important to then create a new utility space for the family within the newly enlarged kitchen dining room, and Rhona commented: “Mark then designed in a Utility/Laundry Cupboard that is now hidden away behind bi-fold doors and is a much better use of space and now has our washing machine, tumble dryer and water softener. It was also his idea to take off the kitchen door leading into the hallway, which now gives a better flow to the room. Mark then designed in another bi-fold door to hide away the big fridge freezer and to use part of that area for coats.”

Transitional Remodel

Zachary Custom Homes

Antique White Kitchen Remodel with Unique Countertops in Sacramento, CA

A+ Construction & Remodeling

Barn Conversion Kitchen

InStil Design Limited

Approved Used Kitchen, Large Charles Yorke, Falcon Range Oven

Used Kitchen Exchange

Modern Manhattan Beach

Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP

Tucson Kitchen

GJJJB LLC

Kitchen Remodel After Photos. Custom counter stools made with Revolution Leather from The Leather Hide Store. Accessories from The Collector's House in Scottsdale

Chelsea Town House, Kings Road

Varisco Stone Ltd

Moleanos beige limestone tiled floor, 60cm x 60cm tiles with a honed finish. Carrara marble style quartz worktops with a polished finish

Ocean View

Angie Keyes CKBD

This condo kitchen was so tiny you could hardly move with out running into something. The condo has great views at the front and back of the condo. But you could only see the front view. By removing the wall separating the dining/ living from the kitchen we gave the clients the total view that is a special one. This gave the kitchen the space needed to make it a true cooks kitchen. The Master bath was tight and need storage that was usable. removing the oversized tub was removed and replaced with a smaller freestanding version. This gave the clients the chance to expand the master closet with the reconfiguration of the bath.

Monarch Beach Traditional Mediterranean Kitchen

Design Focus

Surface Concepts Tile Dave Ochoa Marble Verks Cabinetry Robert Frazer Construction Martin King Photography

Custom Residence 505 Madison Trail

John Swarm Design Hive Construction

John D. Swarm Designer Project Manager new home design and job supervision. Interior Carpentry, Interior Design, Brushed French limestone versailles pattern, knotty alder and black distressed cabinetry, 5' x 7' slate walk in shower.

St John addition

Alberino Construction

A fun tropical job on the beautiful island of St. John that included an addition of a West Indian Style home with custom kitchen and separate cottage.

Kitchen with Limestone Floors and Multi-Coloured Benchtop 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!