An open kitchen with plenty of space for cooking great food!

Style Precinct Interior Design & Decoration

Functional and stylish kitchen with an adjoining butler pantry space. The kitchen features integrated cabinetry on the fridge and dishwasher and spacious wide drawers for cooking utensils, crockery etc. A special highlight is the curved corner bench with open shelving underneath which follows a curved feature window. The island bench top features a casual dining bar.

Квартира в Печатниковом переулке

Наталья Широкорад

Фотограф: Василий Буланов

Murray Creek Remodel

Wendy Glaister Interiors

This is a pretty kitchen, but it is also practical and efficient. The working triangle: sink to range to refrigerator is right in line and allows the cook to function without any interruption of workflow in the space. Friends and family can gather at the island or even help at the bar sink without feeling crowded.

CASA RAFFAELLA - tra bianco e castagno sbiancato

JFD - Juri Favilli Design

Ristrutturare e Arredare questa casa al mare in Liguria è stata per lo Studio d’Interior Design JFD Milano Monza, l’occasione per dare valore ad un appartamento comprato pochissimi anni prima, ma che non era mai stato curato nella Progettazione degli Interni. La casa al mare è il luogo dove si va per trovare pace e relax! L’intero appartamento è stato valorizzato con un pavimento in parquet di rovere naturale, a doga media, ma è nella zona giorno che il progetto di Interior Design Sartoriale trova la sua vera espressione. In un ambiente unico caratterizzato da elementi disarmonici gli uni con gli altri, il progetto di ristrutturazione e arredamento su misura di JFD ha risolto lo spazio con un gesto che è andato ad abbracciare le varie funzioni della zona giorno: l’ingresso con l’area living dei divani e della libreria-mobile TV, la cucina e la dispensa che funge da cannocchiale prospettico dando profondità e carattere a Casa Raffaella tutta giocata tra la luminosità del bianco, e l’essenza di legno rovere e castagno.

Brier WA

KB Design +

Clients wanted a classical feel of warm finishes and craftsmanship, yet, requested the design to stay clean-lined. So, we played with big items - doors, and drawers, and even tile is oversized. On a photo a night view. We experience our homes in the evenings more often than in the mornings. Space must look/feels good at any time of the day.

Stoneywood Lane

User

Tony Colangelo

Central Park South

European Kitchen Center

This is a transitional kitchen that incorporates many design features of a modern kitchen. The handle-less design integrates seamlessly into a transitional style. Modern island cabinetry blends well with transitional cabinetry. Large pantry with reentering doors provides organized space for small appliances and keeps counters uncluttered.

Kitchen and Mudroom Addition and Interior Renovation

StoneWood Builders of Maine

SketchUp Renderings for the client during the design phase of the project

Cabin

Kitchen and Bath Design Center of Mid-State supply

Cabin Kitchen Remodel

Carrboro Kitchens

Wood + Water

Green Glass stacked backsplash. Photo by Veritas Photography

White Wall Challenge 2

Lisa OBrien Interior Designs

Cranebrook

Kitchen Envy - Custom Kitchens

This featured project was designed, manufactured and installed by Kitchen Envy, and involves a kitchen and matching tv unit. Scandinavian styled spaces designs are a soft natural pallet, combing whites with timbers for a cohesive and inviting look.

A Light filled Kitchen Space

Complete Kitchens

Modern, Light & Bright. Clean & Straight lines run throughout the whole kitchen space and the timber feature adds an element of organic warmth. The Caesarstone 'White Shimmer' benchtops complimented the Polytec Legato 'Crisp White' cabinetry, while the beautiful feature timber veneer pantry in 'American Oak' breaks up the white and ties into the dining table.

Coronet Modern Kitchen & Bath

Kitchen Inspiration Inc.

Cabinetry: Sollera Fine Cabinetry Photo courtesy of the Customer.

Lake Home living

DC DESIGN STUDIO @ Dunn Lumber

Kayser Photography

Mix & Match First Floor Renovation

Kitchen & Bath Design + Construction

By mixing established elements such as the existing hardwood floors with off-white cabinetry and more contemporary elements like the sleek melamine island and stainless steel hood, we created a unique kitchen that made our client’s wish come true. Photo by Chrissy Racho.

Reid House

Philip Leeson Architects

LightStudies

Carrboro Kitchens

Wood + Water

Stove shot of the kitchen. Photo by Veritas Photography

The Fab-ode

Light House Architecture & Science

Kitchen with Medium Hardwood Floors and Yellow Floor 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!