Our clients were looking to transform their tight, 90's condo kitchen into something that could highlight and enhance their extensive travels through Asia and Indonesia. We knew that by freeing up the wall cabinets we could make their kitchen appear more spacious and less cluttered. This also allowed us to use a beautiful travertine tile backspalsh to give the space the rustic texture it needed. Rift oak cabinets with an espresso stain helped to tie all the wood finishes throughout the space together. Photography by Augie Salbosa

Suburban Family Home Rejuvenated By The Addition Of A Modern Orangery

Westbury Garden Rooms

The original space was a long, narrow room, with a tv and sofa on one end, and a dining table on the other. Both zones felt completely disjointed and at loggerheads with one another. Attached to the space, through glazed double doors, was a small kitchen area, illuminated in borrowed light from the conservatory and an uninspiring roof light in a connecting space. But our designers knew exactly what to do with this home that had so much untapped potential. Starting by moving the kitchen into the generously sized orangery space, with informal seating around a breakfast bar. Creating a bright, welcoming, and social environment to prepare family meals and relax together in close proximity. In the warmer months the French doors, positioned within this kitchen zone, open out to a comfortable outdoor living space where the family can enjoy a chilled glass of wine and a BBQ on a cool summers evening.

Island Style Kitchen

Makena Herget

Tropical inspired kitchen with granite counters and custom cabinets. Breakfast bar seats two. Handmade stained glass cabinet are back lit. Koa door goes out to patio. Unique butterfly artwork was found at Neiman Marcus in Honolulu. Antique hula girl collection sits on the top shelf of the display alcove. Dacor counter cook stove. SeiMatic cabinets. The olive green upholstered bar stools located by the kitchen counter are made of Ultrasuede (which resists dirt and water). The butterfly collection was purchased in the home department of Neiman Marcus store in Honolulu and is a collection of taxidermy butterflies found in South America.

Montagu Street Kitchen

Classic Remodeling & Construction, Inc.

Photography: Callie Cranford, Charleston Home + Design Magazine

Luxury Kitchen in Stanmore

Up For Grabs Interiors

photo by Anna Stathaki

Aménagement clé en main d'un 3 pièces au Cap Martin

Esprit Riviera

Cette cuisine de la marque Mobalpa a été pensée d'un point de vue pratique, pour optimiser les volumes disponibles, et d'un point de vue esthétique, pour s'harmoniser avec le salon. Les poignées laiton, associées aux façades "cashmere" , rajoute un certain raffinement à l'ensemble.

Mid-Century Modern Turns Glam

NS Designs

For a room with this much light, a dark colored kitchen, like this luxurious upgrade on Mid-Century Modern design, presents a striking contrast. The light in the room majestically bounces off the shiny and polished laminate wood grain cabinets, adding an even bigger statement to this bold arrangement. NS Designs, Pasadena, CA http://nsdesignsonline.com 626-491-9411

Riverdale NY Kitchen Design

Gotham Kitchen & Bath

This classic Soft Gray Kitchen is perfectly designed in this traditional Riverdale home. Palladia Glass Mullions are the centerpiece of the room with the delicate, yet bold look of the quartzite counters and full height backsplashes.

Dallas High Rise Condominium

Leslie Foster Interiors, LLC

All new, custom kitchen cabinet design and appliances. New quartz countertop and backsplash. New hardware.

Dunbar Character Home

Donna Chong Design + Interiors

An updated 90 year old 2 storey character home for a young family with 3 children.

19 Allen Street

Mayflower Allen Property LLC

apartment kitchen

Liberty Building Condo

Projects Contemporary Furniture

Assassi Productions

South Beach Residence

Allure Design Studio

Contemporary Condominium Kitchen Scottsdale Waterfront

Lili Fleming-Nieri, ASID

Modern/Contemporary Kitchen with stainless steel tile accent wall. High Res Media

Jennifer's Kitchen

329 Design

Karen Dorsey Photography

Wine Storage by Wood-Mode

K&N Appliance Gallery

Age-old craftsmanship is combined with the precision and accuracy of modern technology to provide beautifully tailored cabinetry.

San Luis Kitchen Displays

San Luis Kitchen Co.

A homey French Country display with a custom plaster hood.

Our Projects

Central Florida Development Group LLC

Patland - Continuum South Beach

Leiton Decor

Veneer Rift white Oak , Steel and Gray counter top , way to make a statement

Small Kitchen Monmouth Beach, NJ

i.fromkin interiors

This black and white kitchen uses small punches of color to soften the space and make it more interesting. Black honed granite on the counter top, stainless steel appliances and glass front cabinets give this small space a big impact. Peter Rymwid, Photographer Peter Rymwid, Photographer

Kitchen with Marble Floors and a Peninsula 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!