Pebble Cottage | Cockwood

Co Create Architects

A modern kitchen and living space in a small cottage.

Cottages at Triangle Ranch

Josh Wynne Construction

Cabana Cottage- Florida Cracker inspired kitchenette and bath house, separated by a dog-trot

Annapolis Water Front Retreat

Melissa Sakell, CKBD

This project was an especially fun one for me and was the first of many with these amazing clients. The original space did not make sense with the homes style and definitely not with the homeowners personalities. So the goal was to brighten it up, make it into an entertaining kitchen as the main kitchen is in another of the house and make it feel like it was always supposed to be there. The space was slightly expanded giving a little more working space and allowing some room for the gorgeous Walnut bar top by Grothouse Lumber, which if you look closely resembles a shark,t he homeowner is an avid diver so this was fate. We continued with water tones in the wavy glass subway tile backsplash and fusion granite countertops, kept the custom WoodMode cabinet white with a slight distressing for some character and grounded the space a little with some darker elements found in the floating shelving and slate farmhouse sink. We also remodeled a pantry in the same style cabinetry and created a whole different feel by switching up the backsplash to a deeper blue. Being just off the main kitchen and close to outdoor entertaining it also needed to be functional and beautiful, wine storage and an ice maker were added to make entertaining a dream. Along with tons of storage to keep everything in its place. The before and afters are amazing and the new spaces fit perfectly within the home and with the homeowners.

First Nations Nekaneet

Blue Hills Construction

Waitsfield Renovation

Sweeney Designbuild

Apron front sink, leathered granite, stone window sill, open shelves, cherry cabinets, radiant floor heat.

Modern Country Remodel

Mountainwood Construction

This modern farm style kitchen offers a family setting with contemporary conveniences and finishes.

Y&C's Dream Kitchen

KitchensandClosets.com By K-One Floors, Inc.

It was so much fun bringing this young couple's dream kitchen to life! This kitchen features a custom dark walnut butcher block for the countertop as well as a farm sink with a bridge faucet. The time-honored, two tier shaker cabinets have been upgraded with dimmable LED lighting. The lights were placed directly above the countertop and behind all of the 14 glass doors, adding an air of romance and drama to this remarkable galley kitchen. ‪#‎farmsink‬ ‪#‎apronsink‬ ‪#‎butcherblock‬ ‪#‎shakercabinets‬ ‪#‎undercabinetlighting‬ ‪#‎glasscabinet‬

High Desert Fade Residence

Andrew Goodwin Designs

Orient Ave Townhouse

2MO

Modern Cabin in the Mountains

Wyrick Residential Design

Long Lake Cabana

Studio M Kitchen & Bath

The outdoor kitchen design includes a built-in sink, an integrated trash bin, a state-of-the-art ventilation hood, and a cabinet base built to house a full-sized grill.

Fullerton Kitchen

Builder Boy

mid century modern kitchen transformation.

SW4

Build Team

Kitchen extension to enlarge the original space and add a kitchen dining area. Smart, dark blue and light wood cabinetry interspersed with white worktops and light wood flooring. Interiors picked to complement the colour scheme in the form of a blue sofa, white wooden dining table, and white clock with light-coloured numerical demarcations. Skylights allow the light to bounce around the room, and bifold doors add the beautiful, final touch to this project.

Eighth Street

Ben The Builder Inc

Heated plank tile floors, dark stained cabinets. Skylights. GE appliances. Electrolux washer and dryer.

Carmel Point

michelle.m chu | INTERIORS

OC Kitchen

NHL Cabinets and Design, Inc.

Updated OC Kitchen with Shaker cabinets in a craftsmen style look.

Cocina y corredor de acceso al salón

V&BA estudio

Rehabilitación de vivienda en Badalona donde se introduce una gran cocina lineal con muebles columna blancos y gris antracita. Los techos de gran altura muestran tanto nuevas vigas de refuerzo como las originales de madera, combinándose así mismo con pladures y arcos de bovedilla (originales del año 1900). El pasillo se convierte en una zona de distribución con acceso al salón y escaleras a la primera planta.

Small Space, Substantial Style

Cabinet Joint

This small kitchen has so much character! The kitchen cabinets are Antique White on CRP-101728 door, while the pantry cabinets are Hearthstone Grey on the same door style. This customer worked with our designer to get the most of every inch of space. The moldings, cabinet feet, custom range hood and custom appliance panels all lend to the elegance and charm of this bright and functional kitchen space.

Remodeling a "Remuddle"

Home Glow Design

This 1790 farmhouse had received an addition to the historic ell in the 1970s, with a more recent renovation encompassing the kitchen and adding a small mudroom & laundry room in the ’90s. Unfortunately, as happens all too often, it had been done in a way that was architecturally inappropriate style of the home. We worked within the available footprint to create “layers of implied time,” reinstating stylistic integrity and un-muddling the mistakes of more recent renovations.

Kitchen with no Island and Vaulted 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!