Modern Design kitchen with lift up overheads, concealed range hood and large island bench feature.

Sleek handle-less Dark Oak kitchen with smoked mirror. Fully integrated Miele refrigeration and wine cooler. Siemens appliances and Quooker hot water tap. Ultra thin 12mm Silestone, custom Silestone table with motorised pop up socket.

Shenton Park Residence

Retreat Design

Silvertone Photography

Blue Sky Thinking

Mowlem & Co

The result of a close collaboration between designer and client, this stylish kitchen maximises the varying heights and shapes of the space to create a blend of relaxed, open-plan charm and functionally distinct working and living zones. The thoughtful updating of classic aesthetics lends the room a timeless beauty, while a tonal range of warm greys creates a subtle counterpoint to distinctive accents such as brass fittings and sliding ladders. An abundance of light graces the space as it flows between the needs of chic entertaining, informal family gatherings and culinary proficiency. Plentiful – and occasionally quirky – storage also forms a key design detail, while the finest in materials and equipment make this kitchen a place to truly enjoy. Photo by Jake Fitzjones

Inspiration Station

Grid Thirteen Luxury Kitchens, Bedrooms & Living

Contemporary, handle-less SieMatic S2 'Nutmeg' kitchen in velvet-matt, complete with; Caesarstone quartz worktops, tinted mirror backsplash, Spekva timber breakfast bar and cabinet surrounds, Gaggenau appliances, BORA cooktop and extraction, Quooker boiling water tap, Blanco sink. SieMatic media unit in velvet matt with Spekva timber TV panel, tinted mirror back panel and LED lighting. SieMatic velvet matt bootroom complete with Spekva timber bench seating and shelving and tinted mirror back panel. SieMatic 'SC' utility room complete with SieMatic high pressure laminate worktops and stainless steel handles, back painted glass splashback. Jesse bedroom furniture and dressing area.

Large Family House

Lida Cucina

Tony Mitchell

Residential Kitchen in Vail, Colorado Illuminated

Evo-Lite

The translucent Lumix Stone island, cabinet top, and counters are lighted with LED light panels in this expansive modern kitchen. At mid-day, the influx of daylight diminishes the backlighting effects, especially to the 'eye' of the camera.

The stone surround sets off this range niche, guarded by an arched front. Tile niches serve as storage spots for oils and spices, as do the adjacent cabinetry. Easy access to the prep island behind facilitates cooking. A potfiller faucet makes the fill-up easy, and the plugs let small appliances work near the cooking surface.

Le bar

Gaétan LE GALL Architecture intérieure

Moody Blues

Mowlem & Co

Moody Blues Deep, rich shades of blue, from royal to midnight, are a key kitchen colour trend, whether this is the primary colour theme or used as only for an island unit or an accent feature. From heritage style hand-painted effects to modern lacquers and finishes... whatever shade of blue you may be in the mood for can easily be achieved in a Mowlem & Co bespoke kitchen.

Potters Bar, Hertfordshire

SieMatic by Project Kitchens

SieMatic S2 handleless high gloss kitchen, sterling grey & lotus white cabinets. Corian worktops, Bora hob & extractor, Gaggenau cooking appliances. Photo, Skyhall Group

Minimalist

Kitchens & Bathrooms Squared

This modern kitchen features a sleek shadow-line look which creates a very minimalistic look to the space. The island bench is completed by two drop sides which is mirrored on the second island adjacent. The island is the work station of this kitchen with the sink and induction cook top being included on it, which meant a suspended range hood needed to be used. Gloss white with a dark timber veneer feature was used along with aluminium shadow lines which eliminated all handles.

Modern Mountain Kitchen

Sanctuary Kitchen and Bath Design

www.denverphoto.com

MCSHY MANSION

Caitlin Rae Designs

8106 Chalk Knoll Drive

Julie Mack Realtor

Recently renovated modern kitchen with easy to clean appliances and counters.

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Omega Furniture

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Katja Marocke INTERIOR

Durch die gleiche Art der Beleuchtung und somit Lichttemperatur (im Küchenbereich wie auch im Wohnbereich) bleibt auch bei Benutzung der Küche im Raum ein gemütliches, wohnliches Ambiente erhalten.

Cammeray HIA 2014 Kitchen of the year

Art of Kitchens Pty Ltd

Designing a modern kitchen that does not look like a kitchen might seem an impossible task, but Art of Kitchens took on the challenge and created a striking room in this lovely Cammeray home. The brief was simple: create a functional kitchen that doesn’t necessarily look like a kitchen that integrates well with the surrounding rooms and to accommodate the owners’ love of cooking and entertaining.

Blue Kitchen Design

Tom Howley

This kitchens demeanour is one of quiet function, designed for effortless prepping and cooking and with space to socialise with friends and family. The unusual curved island in dusted oak veneer and finished in our unique paint colour, Periwinkle offers seating for eating and chatting. The handmade cabinets of this blue kitchen design are individually specified and perfectly positioned to maximise every inch of space. Our warm blue 'Periwinkle' is the perfect choice for creating a kitchen with a confident, stylish personality. A versatile shade with warm undertones it takes on a range of tones depending on the lighting.

Kitchen with Mirror Splashback and multiple Islands 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!