Traditional Kitchens

Broward Custom Kitchens, Inc.

Dawn Maggio

Open-plan kitchen with breakfast bar

Woodstock Furniture

Our clients an enormous space where they wanted to incorporate a living and dining space, as well as a play area for the grandchildren with lovely views of the garden. They were very keen on having a double island; one where they could cook and prepare and another that was more for socialising. They also wanted us to incorporate the original, oak floor into the design. The homeowner was a former kitchen designer, so had a very strong vision of what she did and didn’t like. The kitchen has a very industrial, open-plan bistro feel. It has a classic front-way construction, but styled in a contemporary way. In terms of storage, there's a big walk-in larder, along with a pull-out larder for necessities. There are also big drawers under the oven, with big wide drawers adjacent to the dishwasher for cutlery and crockery. We didn't really have any obstacles to overcome as we had a really tight brief. We had to work with some height restrictions as the client wanted everything in easy reach, but really everything was ironed out in the design process. Installation took two and a half weeks. Design process was 2-3 months. This beautiful home is located in Esher, south west London and it's a big detached property with vast grounds. Photo credit: Nicholas Yarsley

Pasadena Mid-Century

Alice Sin

This kitchen came in third place in the 2013 Silestone Design Competition.

Traditional Kitchen Renovation

Zipper Architecture

Luxury Homes in Potomac, Maryland ... www.10501ChapelRd.com

Fouad Talout - Talout International LLC

Photo by HomeVisit Staging by Luxury Living LLC

Cockeysville, MD combined spaces

Prince Kitchens

Dimitri Ganas

Nellysford

Arterra Design & Construction

Microwave work area

G. A. Elam

A new work area for the microwave is located between the refrigerator and the pantry. The counter space provides a landing spot for items taken from both the refrigerator and the pantry. Drawers, shelves, and cabinets hold everything for microwave cooking, fixing snacks, and packing lunches. Cabinet boxes and doors hide the horizontal HVAC ducting that runs the full length of the refrigerator wall. Photo by G. A. Elam

Fire Rock | Hunt's Kitchen & Design | Kitchen

Hunt's Kitchen Design

Raised panel, stained wood cabinets with a contrasting painted cream island set the Traditional tone for this expansive kitchen project. The counter tops are a combination of polished earth tone granite in the kitchen and prep island, and matte finished quartzite for the serving island. The floors are engineered wood that transitions into travertine. And we also used a combination of travertine and a custom tile pattern for the backsplash and trim around the hood. Enjoy!

Lincoln Home

Wood Specialties, Inc.

Cerise Ranch Lot 44

Equiterra Regenerative Design

Redlands Remodel - Medallion Cabinets in Cherry

Osburn Cabinets & Design

Log home kitchen

Jennifer Ryan Design

Log home kitchen remodel after a flood (frozen pipes) left the main floor of the home in ruins. New flooring was custom milled. Custom cabinets and all new appliances were needed. The navy AGA and copper vent make statement in the largest island. The tricky part with this kind of home is the exposed log walls on the inside leave nowhere for electrical and plumbing. Most everything had to be hidden behind the granite backsplash. Debbie Schwab Photography

Kitchen Seating- UPHOLSTERED SEATS

Seating Innovations

Rachelle Beardall

Rustic Lodge Style Kitchen in Runnells, Iowa

StarMark Cabinetry

The ultimate lodge style kitchen is found in Runnells, Iowa. Designer Sarah Wolfgang used StarMark Cabinetry’s Riverton door style in Rustic Alder finished in a gray-green cabinet color called Slate. The island was designed in the Danburg inset door style also in Rustic Alder, finished in a cabinet color called Homestead Red. This is a new cabinet color from StarMark Cabinetry that includes distressing marks. Added features are the hidden door pantry and large, copper-toned farmhouse sink. The dining room table is not a table but is actually a second island with additional built-in cabinetry.

Crema Bordeaux Granite Kitchen

Motor City Granite & Cabinets

Perrone

Contemporary Kitchens

Floyd Builders, Design & Consulting, Inc.

Kitchen Remodel for Entertaining Couple

Bercher Design & Construction

Rustic Kitchen

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen Amarillo

A glazed painted island with a dark counter top complements the stained wood cabinets with a lighter countertop

Kitchen with 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!