Rosemary Woods Classic Kitchen

Liz Schupanitz Designs

Cooking for Two Location: Plymouth, MN, United States Liz Schupanitz Designs Photographed by: Andrea Rugg Photography

Woodland

Structural Dimensions, Inc.

Transitional Kitchen Remodel Edgewater, MD by Reico Kitchen & Bath

Reico Kitchen & Bath

Designed by Katherine Dashiell of Reico Kitchen & Bath in Annapolis, MD this transitional white kitchen design features Ultracraft Cabinets in the Breckenridge door style with an Arctic White finish. Perimeter countertops are Via Lattea granite with a leathered finish. The kitchen island features a Silver Cloud granite countertop with a polished finish. The pendant light fixtures are from the Sears Inca Collection. Subway tile backsplash is done in beveled bright white. Flooring is 6x24 wood plank floor tile in the color Carbon. Photos courtesy of BTW Images LLC / www.btwimages.com.

Coastal Modern

Perla Lichi LLC

Craig Denis Photography: The Family Room, Kitchen and Breakfast Nook feature coastal accents in WCI's "Hibiscus" Model. Large square moldings with blue wallpaper inserts were added to family room walls to bring in the "blue" and create a coastal theme to the design.

Gray Kitchen

Chris and Dick's

narrow shotgun house

Stuart Cohen & Julie Hacker Architects LLC

Jon Miller Hedrich Blessing

"Belmont" Model Home Kitchen | Che Bella Interiors

Che Bella Interiors Design + Remodeling

We created a timeless kitchen design for a new construction model. Working within the kitchen footprint we were able to create a functional work space for a kitchen that wasn't gourmet size. This model has a hint of farmhouse feel, and we wanted to blend a timeless design into the light and airy feel of the house. We moved the microwave into the island, allowing us to have a hood placed above the range. We also turned the studs behind the fridge to allow for the fridge to tuck back into the cabinetry and allow better traffic flow. Photos by Homes by Tradition LLC

Hidden Gem

Esslinger Design Company

Cabinet paint color: Cushing Green by Benjamin Moore

North Oaks - Traditional Pantry Addition

Michels Homes

Builder: Michels homes Design: Megan Dent, Studio M Kitchen & Bath

The Kenell Kitchen

The Creative Kitchen Company

The beautiful lake house that finally got the beautiful kitchen to match. A sizable project that involved removing walls and reconfiguring spaces with the goal to create a more usable space for this active family that loves to entertain. The kitchen island is massive - so much room for cooking, projects and entertaining. The family loves their open pantry - a great functional space that is easy to access everything the family needs from a coffee bar to the mini bar complete with ice machine and mini glass front fridge. The results of a great collaboration with the homeowners who had tricky spaces to work with.

A Designer's Home

Steinhafels

Designer: Laura Hoffman | Photographer: Sarah Utech

Log Cabin Rustic White Kitchen Cabinets with Granite and Wood Countertops

Cabinet-S-Top

In this log cabin kitchen, we installed Medallion Gold Park Place Flat Panel Maple, White Chocolate with Mocha Highland cabinets on the perimeter and on the island is Maple, Amaretto accented with Saddle pulls and Cup pulls in oiled rubbed bronze. The countertop on the perimeter is Casella Granite with double round over edge, the island countertop is Cambria 3cm Brittanica Gold and the bar top is Eternia 3cm Lindfield. The backsplash is 1” x 12” polished brick mosaic in Empire Beige. An LED Monorail system with 8’ rail, 3 pendants, 4 direction heads was hung over the island with a coordinating pendant light over the sink. A Blanco apron front sink in Biscotti color with Moen Arbor pull down faucet and Moen sip beverage faucet in oiled rubbed bronze was installed.

After-Kitchen Expansion

Icon Homes

Traditional/European kitchen with farm style implements per the homeowner's request.

Built-in Buffet with Glass Doors

The Cabinet Concierge

Vaughan Creative Media

Newport Beach White Traditional Kitchen

Roomscapes, Inc.

Location: Newport Beach Description: Wood-Mode cabinetry/ Nordic White Countertop: Zimbabwe leather Granite

Amore per la tradizione ed elegante contemporaneità. Questo il mood della cucina Baltimora che ora acquisisce elementi ancor più sofisticati: una nicchia con capitelli che sottolinea la zona cottura grazie anche alla cappa vasistas, a cui è possibile accostare un sofisticato fregio per la fascia superiore. Per un progetto ancor più importante il rivestimento interno della nicchia può essere abbinato al materiale del top. Altre novità per questa cucina: maniglia a ponte, disponibile in 2 finiture argento e bronzo, e una capiente e raffinata vetrina per arredare con funzionalità anche la zona giorno. A love of tradition and elegant modernity. This is the mood of the Baltimora kitchen which now acquires even more sophisticated features: a niche with capitals that highlights the cooking area, aided by the flap door hood, which can be combined with a sophisticated decorative strip for the upper fascia panel. For an even more impressive effect, the niche can be lined with material that matches the worktop. There are also further new features for this kitchen: bridge handle, available in two finishes, silver and bronze, and an attractive, roomy glass-fronted cupboard that provides a practical furnishing option for the living area.

Harvard 5 Kitchen

Homestead Kitchens

Kitchen & Bath Renovation in Orleans, MA

Cape Associates, Inc.

As innkeepers, Lois and Evan Evans know all about hospitality. So after buying a 1955 Cape Cod cottage whose interiors hadn’t been updated since the 1970s, they set out on a whole-house renovation, a major focus of which was the kitchen. The goal of this renovation was to create a space that would be efficient and inviting for entertaining, as well as compatible with the home’s beach-cottage style. Cape Associates removed the wall separating the kitchen from the dining room to create an open, airy layout. The ceilings were raised and clad in shiplap siding and highlighted with new pine beams, reflective of the cottage style of the home. New windows add a vintage look. The designer used a whitewashed palette and traditional cabinetry to push a casual and beachy vibe, while granite countertops add a touch of elegance. The layout was rearranged to include an island that’s roomy enough for casual meals and for guests to hang around when the owners are prepping party meals. Placing the main sink and dishwasher in the island instead of the usual under-the-window spot was a decision made by Lois early in the planning stages. “If we have guests over, I can face everyone when I’m rinsing vegetables or washing dishes,” she says. “Otherwise, my back would be turned.” The old avocado-hued linoleum flooring had an unexpected bonus: preserving the original oak floors, which were refinished. The new layout includes room for the homeowners’ hutch from their previous residence, as well as an old pot-bellied stove, a family heirloom. A glass-front cabinet allows the homeowners to show off colorful dishes. Bringing the cabinet down to counter level adds more storage. Stacking the microwave, oven and warming drawer adds efficiency.

Kitchen with Recessed-panel Cabinets and Granite Benchtops 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!