Tim Shaw - Impress Photography

Manor Homes Verona 2016 Parade Home

Couture Designs

Tottenville

Annmarie Ruta Interiors LLC

Bay Ridge Enclave

Interface Architecture & Design

Photos by Dave Hubler

Canyon Hills - Nora Floorplan

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Urban Loft Living

Dura Supreme Cabinetry

Some of our great storage solutions have holiday cooking written all over them! You can conveniently store cookie cutters in a shallow roll-out drawer above your mixing bowls in one deep drawer. Year round you can open to just the deep drawer with your mixing bowls and around cookie baking season pull out the roll-out. Now you don’t have to worry about your favorite cookie cutter getting lost in a pile of your baking utensils.

A beautiful open plan kichen with Marina Oak wood floors designed by Architect M

Hallmark Floors

Marina Oak Ventura in a Rancho Palos Verdes home, sent by Architect Michelle Anaya. The Ventura Engineered Hardwood Floor Collection by Hallmark Floors is a gorgeous feature to add to any home. High vaulted ceilings and a contemporary color palette is a spectacular combination with Photo by Michelle Anaya.

Coastal Modern

Perla Lichi LLC

Craig Denis Photography: The Family Room, Kitchen and Breakfast Nook feature coastal accents in WCI's "Hibiscus" Model. Large square moldings with blue wallpaper inserts were added to family room walls to bring in the "blue" and create a coastal theme to the design.

Linden Ave.

Widler Architecture

Patsy McEnroe Photography Widler Architectural Inc.

The Nest

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Bailie Scott House Kitchen

British Standard by Plain English

Cupboards painted in "Hardwick White No: 5" by Farrow and Ball. Tourmaline ironmongery available from British Standard with a kitchen order. Copper sink by The French House (no longer available).

Greenlake Addition

This highly customized kitchen was designed to be not only beautiful, but functional as well. The custom cabinetry offers plentiful storage and the built in appliances create a seamless functionality within the space. The choice of caesar stone countertops, mosaic backsplash, and wood cabinetry all work together to create a beautiful kitchen.

Kitchen detail of custom mosaic tile

Dayna Katlin Interiors

Photo by Grey Crawford

Nestled in Amanda Pines Estates

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

Kitchen Remodel - Montclair, NJ by Paladin Design Studio

Paladin Design Studio

Symbiose de deux chambres sous les toits, 41m2 à Paris.

Ameo Concept

Faire l’acquisition de surfaces sous les toits nécessite parfois une faculté de projection importante, ce qui fut le cas pour nos clients du projet Timbaud. Initialement configuré en deux « chambres de bonnes », la réunion de ces deux dernières et l’ouverture des volumes a permis de transformer l’ensemble en un appartement deux pièces très fonctionnel et lumineux. Avec presque 41m2 au sol (29m2 carrez), les rangements ont été maximisés dans tous les espaces avec notamment un grand dressing dans la chambre, la cuisine ouverte sur le salon séjour, et la salle d’eau séparée des sanitaires, le tout baigné de lumière naturelle avec une vue dégagée sur les toits de Paris. Tout en prenant en considération les problématiques liées au diagnostic énergétique initialement très faible, cette rénovation allie esthétisme, optimisation et performances actuelles dans un soucis du détail pour cet appartement destiné à la location.

MCM Kitchen

Studio JM Design Co

Open concept kitchen with an oversized prep island perfect for entertaining. The island cabinets were painted “Black Evergreen” by Behr and since they were the focal point of the area decided to go for a more minimal design for the rest of the backsplash with a zellige tile and boho mosaic accent tile behind the vent hood.

Kitchen Industrial and transitional styles 686

Sassy Design llc

Floating Shelves from Etsy.

West Chester Kitchen

Stoltzfus Drafting & Design

Kitchen remodel with beaded inset cabinets , stained accents , neolith countertops , gold accents , paneled appliances , lots of accent lighting , ilve range , mosaic tile backsplash , arched coffee bar , banquette seating , mitered countertops and lots more

Kitchen with Mosaic Tile Splashback 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!