Ceiling height, full depth cabinets above the fridge and pantry create loads of storage space. A second oven in the peninsula end gives needed function and a great use of space.

Adams Residence

Palmer Architects

Large entertaining kitchen open to dining room and great room. Goose neck light fixtures frame the kitchen, with additional lights hidden in the beams above. Kitchen leads to directly to butler's pantry and laundry room.

Coastal Views Custom Home

Simply Home Decorating

All of the cabinets in this kitchen, that has been featured on Houzz, were originally the same dark wood stain as the island. The client hired us to lighten things up and we did just that by changing the perimeter cabinets to a soft white and installing a highly reflective custom moorish tile glass backsplash in the same colour. We kept the island as it was and referenced the darker colour in the bronze pendant lights and perimeter hardware. Interior Design by Lori Steeves of Simply Home Decorating Inc. Photos by Tracey Ayton Photography. Read more details about this project here: http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/30888916/list/inside-houzz-refaced-cabinets-transform-a-kitchen

New In-Store Display

Sam's Ceramic Tile, Kitchen & Bath

New Plato Kitchen display in our Mahopac, NY showroom. Soapstone counter top with one piece soapstone sink. Island has a cherry butcher block counter top. Sage hand molded tiles back splash.

Modern Galley Kitchen Design

Normandy Remodeling

These high gloss white cabinets are the perfect compliment to the single bowl sink. The black porcelain tile floor is low maintenance and a great touch to the minimalist look of the space. For more on Normandy Designer Chris Ebert, click here: http://www.normandyremodeling.com/designers/christopher-ebert/

Breakfast cabinet with bi-fold doors

Brayer Design

Photography by Nick Smith

two tone color kitchen. Irvine

Preferred Kitchen & Bath

Design by Lea

Mid Century Portland

risa boyer architecture

Lincoln Barbour

Wood Look Porcelain Tile for kitchen , entry , den , possibilities are endless

Old Country Ceramic Tile

Boardwalk Series from Mediteranea Tile Ever since the construction of the famous promenade in Atlantic City in 1870, the Boardwalk has a time-honored place in American lore as an exclusive seaside destination. Mediterranea honors this tradition in four classic colors, named after America’s most distinctive Boardwalks – Atlantic City (Ash), Coney Island (Walnut), Myrtle Beach (Whitewash) and Venice Beach (Amber). Using its exclusive Dynamic HD Imaging™ technology, Mediterranea takes ink-jet design to an entirely new level in the Boardwalk series – bringing the charm of these unique destinations to life for the first time in a manufactured and fully rectified product. Benefits of porcelain over wood - never scratches , dents or splinters, maintenance free- never needs to be refinished, easy to clean, pet friendly, minimal grout joint

modern kitchen in piedmont

building Lab, inc.

photo: scott hargis

Clontarf | Modern Kitchen

Art of Kitchens Pty Ltd

A unique blend of visual, textural and practical design has come together to create this bright and enjoyable Clonfarf kitchen. Working with the owners interior designer, Anita Mitchell, we decided to take inspiration from the spectacular view and make it a key feature of the design using a variety of finishes and textures to add visual interest to the space and work with the natural light. Photos by Eliot Cohen

Spanish style Kitchen remodel, large island and wood beams

Design Studio West

Our major goal was to have the ‘kitchen addition’, keep the authentic Spanish Revival style in this 1929 home.

Full height glass tile and polished resin upper cabinets create a clean, bright look in the kitchen.

Private Residence - Brighton Place - Gulfport, MS

Trevor Childs - Interior Design

Dacor 30" Microwave-Drawer Cosmos Black Granite Drew Tarter - Photographer

Kitchen Remodeling Newtown, PA

Diamond Kitchen & Bath

P. Seletskiy

Contemporary Kitchen

Design Focus

Custom designed wenge wood cabinetry, a mosaic glass backsplash with a second glass style above the cabinetry, both underlit and uplit to enhance the appearance, made the most of this small kitchen. Green Typhoon granite provided a beautiful and unique counter work surface . Photography: Jim Doyle

Divine Kitchens LLC

Divine Design Center

Upper East Side Townhouse Kitchen Renovation

MERGAL Architecture & Design

Complete renovation of a 1930's classical townhouse kitchen in New York City's Upper East Side.

Modern Bamboo Kitchen Design

Bilotta Kitchen & Home

A convergence of sleek contemporary style and organic elements culminate in this elevated esthetic. High gloss white contrasts with sustainable bamboo veneers, run horizontally, and stained a warm matte caramel color. The showpiece is the 3” bamboo framing around the tall units, engineered in strips that perfectly align with the breaks in the surrounding cabinetry. So as not to clutter the clean lines of the flat panel doors, the white cabinets open with touch latches, most of which have lift-up mechanisms. Base cabinets have integrated channel hardware in stainless steel, echoing the appliances. Storage abounds, with such conveniences as tray partitions, corner swing-out lazy susans, and assorted dividers and inserts for the profusion of large drawers. Pure white quartz countertops terminate in a waterfall end at the peninsula, where there’s room for three comfortable stools under the overhang. A unique feature is the execution of the cooktop: it’s set flush into the countertop, with a fascia of quartz below it; the cooktop’s knobs are set into that fascia. To assure a clean look throughout, the quartz is continued onto the backsplashes, punctuated by a sheet of stainless steel behind the rangetop and hood. Serenity and style in a hardworking space. This project was designed in collaboration with Taylor Viazzo Architects. Photography by Jason Taylor, R.A., AIA. Written by Paulette Gambacorta, adapted for Houzz Bilotta Designer: Danielle Florie Architect: Taylor Viazzo Architects Photographer: Jason Taylor, R.A., AIA

Kitchen with Porcelain Floors and Terrazzo 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!