By creating another island to take the place of a breakfast table, we were able to greatly increase the amount of storage. The range top moves to the large island and the small island contains a bar sink and a warming drawer. Photo: Alimond Photography, Leesburg, VA

Stowe, Vermont Contemporary House

Patterson and Smith Construction, Inc.

Carolyn Bates

Inspiration Station

Grid Thirteen Luxury Kitchens, Bedrooms & Living

Contemporary, handle-less SieMatic S2 'Nutmeg' kitchen in velvet-matt, complete with; Caesarstone quartz worktops, tinted mirror backsplash, Spekva timber breakfast bar and cabinet surrounds, Gaggenau appliances, BORA cooktop and extraction, Quooker boiling water tap, Blanco sink. SieMatic media unit in velvet matt with Spekva timber TV panel, tinted mirror back panel and LED lighting. SieMatic velvet matt bootroom complete with Spekva timber bench seating and shelving and tinted mirror back panel. SieMatic 'SC' utility room complete with SieMatic high pressure laminate worktops and stainless steel handles, back painted glass splashback. Jesse bedroom furniture and dressing area.

Illuminated Coffered Kitchen

Carrington Interior Redesign

Gruene River Lodge

Genuine Custom Homes

Genuine Custom Homes, LLC. Conveniently contact Michael Bryant via iPhone, email or text for a personalized consultation.

Contemporary, Espresso, Flat (Bedford,IN)

J&L Home Center, LLC.

Florida Modern Custom Home by Orlando Custom Homebuilder Jorge Ulibarri

Jorge Ulibarri Custom Homes

In the large, open kitchen, an 18-foot wood grain laminate feature wall seamlessly integrates appliances in a T-formation. Two kitchen islands are crafted in the contrasting countertop material, one with a wraparound white and gray quartz countertop that matches the backsplash. The second kitchen island has a white quartz surface.

Falcon Point Kitchen

Griffin Design

Sublett

LoneStar Design Build

Great Hills Kitchen Remodel

Laura Burton Interiors

Erin Holsonback - anindoorlady.com

Avila - Transitional - Contemporary Kitchen Upgrade

Traditions Cabinetry

Urban upgrade to a livable kitchen and wet bar area made this home a stunning showplace. Transitional / Contemporary look using maple espresso stained finish on sleek slab doors. Use of various sizes of bar pulls on different sized cabinets creates a unique custom feel.

My Transitional Kitchen Remodel featuring a 72" La Cornue Range

Elaine Morrison Interiors

This large Transitional Kitchen Remodel features a 72" La Cornue Range in Lafayette Blue, SubZero Fridg Freezer, 2 Islands and Waterstone Faucets and Knobs in Rose Gold. This kitchen design and these photographs are copyright 2020 by Elaine Morrison Interiors

By the Sea

Sally Scott Interior Designer

Karissa VanTassel Photography

Modern History by Wood-Mode

Cabinet Innovations

All Wood-Mode cabinetry featuring three different door styles: Vanguard MDF on both islands, Vanguard Stainless Steel on back wall and Vanguard Plus Vertical Veneer on all perimeter cabinets. Kitchen design is finished off with Zodiiaq countertops on island, Granite on cooktop wall, and stainless steel steel on appliance wall. All appliances are SubZero Wolf. One of the most exquisite details of this design are the drop light crystal pendants over the island by Eurostyle Lighting. All pictures copyright and promotional use of Wood-Mode.

For a family that loves to cook

Designs for Living by Wendy, LLC

Painted Sky Super Matte

An Original, Inc.

Reverse view into the kitchen from near the dry bar across the room. The focal point here clearly is the massive dual Subzero fridge and freezer units, flanking the Wolf double oven unit in the center. The flush inset design of all the components on this wall makes for a very clean exeterior presentation. Design: City Chic, Cristi Pettibone Photos: SpartaPhoto - Alex Rentzis

Tuscan Kitchen Peninsula with Counter Seating

Cedar Hill Cabinets

This kitchen has a great amount of drawer space and under-counter storage with eight roll-out shelves for all the pots, pans and equipment. Once you use roll-outs, you will never go without them. The granite countertop has a 2 1/2" mitered drop-edge for a substantial look.

Beth C's Kitchen

Elizabeth McGahern Interior Design

This kitchen is an addition to the back of a house built in the early 1900's in downtown Ottawa. The original space was completely demolished and replaced with this bright open kitchen. A large island allows the client to cook and keeps guests close by at the large island. New large French doors were added so that the kitchen now opens directly onto a lovely deck.The new doors also flood the kitchen with light and provide a view of the garden. To give the kitchen a farmhouse feel the cabinets are white, the tile is a classic subway and the counters are a mix of butcher block and white quartz. The clean backdrop allows the client to add colour and personalize the kitchen were her collection of dishes and accessories. As a tenant occupies the client's basement a stacked Miele washer and dryer was incorporated into the pantry section and hidden behind pantry doors. Photo: Kelsey Mercier

Transitional kitchen

Fab N' Frugal Designs

Portola Warm Contemporary

Isolina Mallon Interiors

Kitchen and staircase to the basement.

Kitchen with Porcelain Floors and 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!