Clipped and Fluted Corners to ease traffic flow in the kitchen. Treve Johnson Photography

The drop ceiling was eliminated so the cabinets go to the true ceiling creating a wonderful bright open kitchen. The slide in range keeps the sleek lines of the cooking wall. the use of a proper width sink base allowed for a lazy susan in the corner where there had only been a tight blind corner cabinet. Instead of the ugly fluorescent fixture with it's "bug catching" plastic panels we have added clean recessed lighting. Photos by Brian J. McGarry

50's Classic West Coast Modern

Kenorah Design + Build Ltd.

Victoria Achtymichuk Photography

Contemporary Kitchen

El Cerrito Transitional

Amanda Armstrong Sava

Cedar Mountain 45

The Tuscan Group, Inc.

Columbia, Maryland - Eclectic - Kitchen

Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath

Columbia, Maryland Eclectic Kitchen design by #JenniferGilmer http://www.gilmerkitchens.com/

Transitional Kitchen in Italian Laminate in Forest Hill, MD

Kitchen Saver

These kitchen cabinets required some structural repairs before being refaced in Italian laminate. These Cortina doors hold several helpful features such as a rollout and knife block/cutlery divider.

Eclectic Farmhouse

Eheart Interior Solutions

This kitchen’s ten foot ceilings were accentuated by running cabinetry all the way to the ceiling with stacked upper cabinetry. Though the cabinetry reaches to the ceiling, it maintains a light look because of the Vecichio textured glass doors on the sink wall. Haley Hendrickson Photography

Door County- Harbor Shores

SISTER BAY TRADING CO.

Bay Art Gallery's Artist Len Villano

Urban Loft - Storage Solutions

Dura Supreme Cabinetry

Storage Solutions - Dura Supreme's pull-out pantry (BPOP) neatly stores row after row of canned goods within a small space. “Loft” Living originated in Paris when artists established studios in abandoned warehouses to accommodate the oversized paintings popular at the time. Modern loft environments idealize the characteristics of their early counterparts with high ceilings, exposed beams, open spaces, and vintage flooring or brickwork. Soaring windows frame dramatic city skylines, and interior spaces pack a powerful visual punch with their clean lines and minimalist approach to detail. Dura Supreme cabinetry coordinates perfectly within this design genre with sleek contemporary door styles and equally sleek interiors. This kitchen features Moda cabinet doors with vertical grain, which gives this kitchen its sleek minimalistic design. Lofted design often starts with a neutral color then uses a mix of raw materials, in this kitchen we’ve mixed in brushed metal throughout using Aluminum Framed doors, stainless steel hardware, stainless steel appliances, and glazed tiles for the backsplash. Request a FREE Brochure: http://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochure Find a dealer near you today: http://www.durasupreme.com/dealer-locator

Transitional Simple Kitchen

Fresh Remodel

Photographed by: Jorge & Liliana

Country cottage with character oak kitchen

Idesign Interiors (SW) Ltd

Country cottage kitchen in natural character oak with Angola Black polished granite worktops and natural wall and floor tiles. Originally a dark cramped kitchen with low ceilings typical of a cottage. Natural light was introduced by removing a dividing wall and adding a steel. The kitchen now boasts an island, integrated appliances and range cooker. A window seat with concealed storage below provides a handy seat. An ideal perch for sitting and putting one's boots on ready for a walk in the woods.

50's Re-Do

William Roy Designer Kitchens

This 50's home had a tiny 8' long galley kitchen with 3 feet between counters which is common for the era. The clients love the location and wanted to stay so they decided to improve the kitchen they would need to do an addition. The addition allow them to move the small dining room into the larger addition and extend the kitchen down into the old dining room giving them a spacious island kitchen.

Louis-Hébert

INTÉRIEURS GRIFFÉS S.E.N.C.

Michael Pierce

Hughes Kitchens & Bath

This Kitchen is part of a great room that consists of vaulted ceilings with 200 year old wood and beams. The cabinetry is a glazed hickory with black quartz countertops and a slate back splash. The flooring is reclaimed barn flooring. There is a wonderful stone fire place separating the spaces

Tye Fire Restoration - Northgate area, Modesto

Ultimate Pools by Fetter

Kitchen features a new layout with large custom granite island with prep sink, black Quartz perimeter countertops, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances. The travertine tile picture frame behind the gas range helps break up the mosaic backsplash with a black liner. The large stainless steel drop hood adds drama to the beautiful space. Drop pendant lighting hangs over main sink. The maple cabinets have a shaker style door with stainless steel handles. The rain glass in the upper cabinets to the left helps open up the space even more.

Vermont Country Escape

Gilberte Interiors, inc

Charles Parker / Images Plus

Kirkland Kitchen Remodel

Irons Brothers Construction Inc

Vivid Interiors

Cuisine 6m² - Marion & Nicolas

Leroy Merlin - Valence

Cuisine de 6m² en U lumineuse et apaisante avec 3 dominantes : blanc, bois et vert. Façades de cuisine blanches SOFIA avec des poignées légèrement rétro, un plan de travail en hêtre huilé et une crédence zellige vert d’eau. Notre Astuce ? Installer des caissons de 35cm de profondeur côté verrière pour élargir le passage dans la cuisine, tout en créant des rangements supplémentaires pour optimiser l’espace.

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!