This home was our model home for our community, Sage Meadows. This floor plan is still available in current communities. This home boasts a covered front porch and covered back patio for enjoying the outdoors. And you will enjoy the beauty of the indoors of this great home. Notice the master bedroom with attached bathroom featuring a corner garden tub. In addition to an ample laundry room find a mud room with walk in closet for extra projects and storage. The kitchen, dining area and great room offer ideal space for family time and entertainment. Jeremiah Barber

Contemporary Breakfast Nook

Michael Trahan Interior Design

Colorful benches flank the extra long washed-oak breakfast table.

Virginia Blue Ridge Mountain House

Peter LaBau, LLC

View from Kitchen through Pass-Through to Great Room Photo by: Peter LaBau

Tresarca

Keegan Designs

Waterview Home

Jonn Spradlin Design LLC

This speculative home was sold prior to completion and the purchasers were able to customize and upgrade some of the finishes. Built by Hamilton Custom Homes. Photo by Jonn Spradlin

Shady Canyon Kitchen

Beth Whitlinger Interior Design

Andrew Pece

Custom Design/Build Project in Rye

JWH Design and Cabinetry LLC

Mixed cabinetry colors and textures warm up this large Kitchen which is open to the adjoining spaces.

Classic White

Brigitte Fabi

SUBURBAN RANCH

James D. Rogers, Builder

After 15 years in their 1970’s suburban ranch house, our clients requested a complete remodel. As landscape designers, gourmands and artifact collectors, they wanted an open floor plan with room to cook, custom cabinetry to display their eclectic collections and abundance of exterior interludes. We created a new structural logic, replacing the two-story western wall with four glass doors that opened up the living room and double-island kitchen (including wood burning oven and beverage station) to a view of the valley. The warm contemporary palette of natural wood, stone and acid washed steel brought together with Interior Designer Applegate Tran’s contemporary vision made for an open space ideal for family gatherings and entertaining.

St John addition

Alberino Construction

A fun tropical job on the beautiful island of St. John that included an addition of a West Indian Style home with custom kitchen and separate cottage.

Outdoor Living Space

Dana Adlam

This outdoor kitchen features a delightful glass tile back-splash with a mix of soft hues of blue and brown that mimic the Caribbean sea and sand. Hand crafted cedar shutters tie in perfectly with the custom cabinets facade and rustic planked dining table. Hand forged Iron chairs in tangerine - add a touch of fun along with the decor.

Randall, Cliddesden, Basingstoke, Hampshire Kitchen Project

BP Kitchens & Interiors

Rhona and David Randall’s 1986 home near Basingstoke, North Hampshire originally had a kitchen with a separate utility room attached, which meant that their kitchen space was somewhat limited to being a functional kitchen and not the kitchen, dining, living space that they could use to entertain friends and family in. It was important to then create a new utility space for the family within the newly enlarged kitchen dining room, and Rhona commented: “Mark then designed in a Utility/Laundry Cupboard that is now hidden away behind bi-fold doors and is a much better use of space and now has our washing machine, tumble dryer and water softener. It was also his idea to take off the kitchen door leading into the hallway, which now gives a better flow to the room. Mark then designed in another bi-fold door to hide away the big fridge freezer and to use part of that area for coats.”

Large Dark Island for Entertaining

timothyj kitchen & bath, inc.

Edmunds Studio Photography

Emerald Cove

Design Theory Studio

Modern-glam full house design project. Photography by: Jenny Siegwart

Car Enthusiast Lake House

Lowell Custom Homes

Lowell Custom Homes, Lake Geneva, WI. Lake house in Fontana, Wi. Expansive kitchen open to living room, s fireplace seating area and two story rotunda. Custom cabinetry in kitchen and pantry from maple solids and quarter sawn oak, Hoosier style refrigerator/freezer cabinet with built in neon clock, multiple barreled ceiling in veneer cut Colonial Brick. Artistic tile backsplash for built-in range and industrial style pendant lighting over the extra long island.

Custom Residence 505 Madison Trail

John Swarm Design Hive Construction

John D. Swarm Designer Project Manager new home design and job supervision. Interior Carpentry, Interior Design, Brushed French limestone versailles pattern, knotty alder and black distressed cabinetry, 5' x 7' slate walk in shower.

Home for a fun and loving family

Spyglass Design, Inc.

View toward island and cooking wall. Refrigerator to left, barn beams overhead, Soaring cieling hieght above island and range allow very large SS hood to disappear into its height.

Our Work

Design Decor Studios

Padworth Common - Gaggenau 61cm Fridge & Freezer

Ben Heath Interiors

The symmetrical tall bank of cabinets feature 61cm fitted fridge and freezer in the centre, flanked by a kitchen larder on the right and integrated microwave and combi-steamer on the left. Photos by Adam Carter Photography

Canandaigua Lakeside Home Remodel

Cutri Construction

The large, airy, French Country kitchen features limestone floors, a sizable island illuminated with back-lit glass blocks, and rows of glass flowers on the glass tiles adhered to the soffit for added interest

Kitchen with Multi-Coloured Splashback and Limestone Floors 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!