We adore this kitchen for many reasons. It is a spin on the traditional shaker, by making the styles and rails much slimmer it gives it a very modern / contemporary look and feel. We also mixed in the rustic oak panels to add some warmth. The wall cabinets with the glass doors looking right through onto the beautiful tiles. The banquet seating which has bespoke upholstery works fantastically well for the whole family. The walk in pantry helps to keep the main kitchen clutter free. The room is completed by a tunnel book case matched in the same oak.

Modern Farmhouse

House Sprucing

Modern Open Plan Kitchen Living Room Extension in Edinburgh

Fantoush

Susie Lowe

Cozy Comfortable Rustic Modern

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

We re-designed a rustic lodge home for a client that moved from The Bay Area. This home needed a refresh to take out some of the abundance of lodge feeling and wood. We balanced the space with painted cabinets that complimented the wood beam ceiling. Our client said it best - Bonnie’s design of our kitchen and fireplace beautifully transformed our 14-year old custom home, taking it from a dysfunctional rustic and outdated look to a beautiful cozy and comfortable style. Design and Cabinetry Signature Designs Kitchen Bath

Upper West Side Apartment

Grandeur Hills Group,Inc.

The dominant colors of this beautiful and functional kitchen are gray, white and blue, which are perfectly combined with each other, creating a friendly, cozy and calm atmosphere and hinting at a good rest, a warm welcome of guests, and peaceful communication with the family. High-quality lighting adds not only light, but also shine to the interior of this amazing kitchen. Make your kitchen as beautiful, stylish, and fully functional as this one in the photo. The Grandeur Hills Group design studio is pleased to help you make your kitchen stand out!

Jamie Weston

Clearcut Construction, Inc.

Complete Home Renovation

Randal G. Winter Construction Inc.

Mel Carll

Sag Harbor Residence

User

This 7,500 square feet home, situated on a waterfront site in Sag Harbor, New York, was designed as a shared vacation home for four brothers and their families. A collaborative effort between the clients and Cecil Baker + Partners yielded a contemporary home that pays homage to the Eastern Long Island vernacular. The home is composed of three distinct volumes that step back from one another to optimize both the water view and privacy. The two outer wings take on familiar cedar-clad, pitched roof geometry while the central three-story glass box links them together and anchors the home. The two car garage, with a private living space above, projects from the main house via a breezeway, defining a private garden. The interior of the home integrates warm, tactile materials and clean modern lines. The use of full-height windows, floor-to-ceiling glass curtain wall, and an operable overhead glass door creates an indoor-outdoor living experience and floods the home with natural light. The subtle choreography of the interior space lends flexibility to the Client for both social and private uses of the home. The first floor contains an open plan for the kitchen, living room, dining area and sunroom, and the second floor includes two full master suites facing the bay, a guest room with spectacular water views, and a children's room that overlooks the garden. The fully finished basement holds a large playroom, a gym, a full spa bath and a wine cellar. In addition, views in all directions are unobstructed from a third floor roof terrace. Michael Grimm Photography

Farmhouse to Fabulous

TKS Design Group

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Roma Road

Studio Fabbri

Milano Fantasia New Construction Project in Florida

Marquis Fine Cabinetry

Project Number: M0000 Design/Manufacturer/Installer: Marquis Fine Cabinetry Collection: Milano Finishes: Fantasia, Bianco Lucido Features: Under Cabinet Lighting, Floating Shelving, Adjustable Legs/Soft Close (Standard) Cabinet/Drawer Extra Options: Tray Insert, Knife Block/Utensil Bin Pullout, Lazy Susan, Trash Bay Pullout, Custom Floating Shelves

Aylmer Avenue Kitchen

OakWood Designers & Builders

Modern Scandinavian home

Kelly Ann Photography

open concert. modern Scandinavian. eat in kitchen. Warm tones, monochromatic

Dana Point

Opulent Design Build

This Rustic Contemporary kitchen is a homeowner's delight. This kitchen was designed to be fresh, bright and current with an oversized island creating a large even workspace, storage and seating for family gatherings, as well as entertaining purposes

Cordele Addition- Kitchen and Dinning Room

Sara Barron Designs

Full view of the kitchen. White oak lower cabinets with white uppers with the appliance wall contrasting in gray. There are so many hidden special features with the cabinets including special pullouts and drawer storage to make this one of a kind kitchen.

Modern Mix Kitchen

BUILT Design Collective

Original Mission tile. Delta faucet. Hardware + lighting by Schoolhouse Electric. Caesarstone countertops.

Roma Road

Studio Fabbri

Kitchen with Quartzite Benchtops and Cement Tile Splashback 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!