Spice drawer

Winnetka Residence

Illinois Granite & Marble Ltd.

Krzysztof Hotlos

Beach House - Kitchen Island

Esposito Design

White High Gloss Contemporary

Crystal Kitchen + Bath

Contemporary white high gloss Crystal cabinets with Cambria white cliff counter tops is striking. Adding black painted walls and large scale black tile floors make it even more dramatic. But with the addition of orange light fixtures and colorful artwork, the kitchen is over the top with energy. With no upper cabinets only floating shelves for display the base cabinets are well planned for each functional work zone. a. The “Cooking Zone” hosts the 60” range top (with hood) and is the heart of the kitchen. The ovens, coffee system and speed oven are located outside of this zone and use the island/snack bar as their landing space. b. The “Prep Zone” includes the refrigerator, freezer, sink, and dishwasher c. The “Entertainment Zones” has a separate sink and dishwasher, the wine cooler and beverage center. A desk off to the side of the kitchen with a large roll up tambour to keep any mess hidden. Also their robot vacuums have a charging station under the files drawers in the toe kick. NKBA 3rd Place Large Kitchen

Ladera Ranch

Artisan Kitchen & Bath

Restoration of Grade I Listed House in Central London

Russell Taylor Architects

PURE Mauzo Residence - Featured in House and Home Magazine

PURE Design Inc.

Featured in House and Home magazine, this Italian Farmhouse inspired kitchen strikes an authentic chord. Ample counter space was included so the family could make homemade pizza and pasta and a small pantry prep area was included in the design to house a salami slicer. This space is subtle, earthy and inviting, making it a perfect spot for large family gatherings.

Dark Green Modern Kitchen

Tom Howley

Reimagine your space with our stylish Harrington kitchen design. It features a host of practical features, including intelligent storage solutions, a central island and banked appliances, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Our burnished brass Harper handles works incredibly well with the inspiring natural tones of our Avocado green paint colour. At the same time, beautifully designed made-to-measure cabinets surround and conceal your appliances to create clearly defined zones for your culinary activities.

Summerville White Shaker Kitchen

Tom Howley

Located in our impressive Edinburgh showroom, this white shaker kitchen has a pared-back style with a difference. The straight lines and soft curved edges give the cabinetry a gentle fluidity, while the paint colours Marjoram and Orchid, complement each other beautifully creating an airy contemporary feel when paired with the warm woodgrain. This cleverly-designed pantry has two doors, each with a storage rack to maximise space. The contemporary woodgrain shelving and drawers are in striking contrast to the brilliant white finish on the outer doors. Its generous size offers a wealth of additional, stylish storage for non-perishable goods and everyday items all in one practical place.

Saddle Rock Hampton style Estate

Prestige Custom Building & Construction, Inc.

945 Schumacher Drive Kitchen

Sitework, Inc.

Reconfigure an dark and cramped original kitchen, laundry porch and bathroom to accommodate a more generous kitchen and bathroom. The laundry room was moved to another space closer to the bedrooms. The bathroom had to be accessible from both the adjacent bedroom and the hallway. The Client wanted to keep the feeling of the original house's style plus reuse her vintage stove and create a space she would love to cook in with great light and modern conveniences.

East Annex Kitchen

Palmerston Design Consultants

Lisa Petrole

Modern kitchen with black and white marble look porcelain slabs

Simple Steps

This modern kitchen has a black and white porcelain tile slab countertop and cabinet fronts from the Magnifica collection.

Towaco Kitchen & Pantry

User

Walk in pantry off kitchen for small countertop appliances, food storage, and microwave drawer

Historic Mansion Revival

Bethany Adams Interiors

Traditional Luxurious Kitchen Remodel In Streeterville (Chicago, IL)

123 Remodeling Inc.

In this kitchen, our goal was to optimize the storage and update the layout with a traditional design style. We knocked down a wall in the center of the room to open up the floor plan and give us room for an island. The Dura Supreme inset cabinetry and marble tile follow the traditional theme that is embodied throughout this downtown condo. The linen white cabinets and black hardware offer a nice contrast and updated feel. The glass shelving gives off a luxurious feel and allows our client's china collection to take center stage.

Kitchen

SoCal Contractor

We worked with a world famous, vegan chef on this sustainable, open and bright kitchen. The space was separated into a cooking area which could be used as a movie set, and a separated clean up space. Durable, but attractive materials were used in this kitchen that opens up to a family room and edible garden.

Old Louisville kitchen

Designer Builders Inc.

Lot 7 Millwork

Innovative Wood Worx Inc

Samantha Erin

Kitchen Designs

BCB Homes, Inc.

Kitchen with Marble Floors and with Island 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!