Marble dining table adds more character to this dining/kitchen space.

Aphrodite counter with Labradorite island, Macabus Quartzite perimeter, grey hickory cabinets, Kitchenaid appliances, glass backsplash tile to ceiling, custom Quartz Krystal Pendant light, LED surface disc lights, exposed log ceiling, center island, terrazzo tile floor, Jennair steam oven and built in coffee maker

Kitchen with Skylights - Far Hills

TrueLeaf Kitchens

San Salvador Project

KS Designs LLC

This Spanish influenced Modern Farmhouse style Kitchen incorporates a variety of textures and finishes to create a calming and functional space to entertain a houseful of guests. The extra large island is in an historic Sherwin Williams green with banquette seating at the end. It provides ample storage and countertop space to prep food and hang around with family. The surrounding wall cabinets are a shade of white that gives contrast to the walls while maintaining a bright and airy feel to the space. Matte black hardware is used on all of the cabinetry to give a cohesive feel. The countertop is a Cambria quartz with grey veining that adds visual interest and warmth to the kitchen that plays well with the white washed brick backsplash. The brick backsplash gives an authentic feel to the room and is the perfect compliment to the deco tile behind the range. The pendant lighting over the island and wall sconce over the kitchen sink add a personal touch and finish while the use of glass globes keeps them from interfering with the open feel of the space and allows the chandelier over the dining table to be the focal lighting fixture.

Greenwich New York

CHER HOUSE

This photo was taken during construction - Some things we couldn't adjust due to Co-Op restrictions in historic buildings in New York, especially with the gas company. so we updated the appliances and ordered a counter depth refrigerator to allow for more space in the center of the kitchen since the previous one stuck out 12" inches.

Roslyn

Eye For It All

Kitchen with Skylights - Far Hills

TrueLeaf Kitchens

Steamboat Springs Mountain Contemporary

Mountain Life and Home of Colorado

Boucherville Kitchen

Natalinadesigns.com

I took this kitchen from the 1960 to 2023, we kept a similar layout, but refreshed ever thing, from flooring, kitchen cabinets, counter tops, we enlarged the opening to the dining room and living room and removed the ceiling over the upper cabinets exposing the high beautiful space above the cabinets. making this space feel so open and expansive!

Pomeroy Project

DreamHome Staging & ReDesign

Cambria countertops

Canseco Construction

Cambria countertops are industry leader in the quartz world because it comes with a great sealer from the manufacturer. This helps non staining of the quartz and you don't need trivets for your hot cast iron pan that's coming out of the oven. This engineered countertop has been made to last. Quartz in general is very durable and low maintenance; however, Cambria takes it to another level making the the, "Ferrari of the Quartz World".

4 George st Hindmarsh extension- kitchen

JLN Designs

The white, grey and black kitchen colour scheme goes well with splashes of red brick and timber. The modern ‘Shaker’ style kitchen has ‘Caesarstone’ benchtops and breakfast bar with a black graphite double sink, 6 burner Smeg gas cooktop and black appliances.

CUBRO / Castello

pfronts

Maitland Modern Kitchen

Phil Sales (Kitchen Art Orlando)

Modern Raywal Gray Shaker Cabinetry with Caesarstone Quartz Tops

Bright Kitchen and Dining Room Transformation

EAGLE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION LLC

Park Island Drive

Albert Architecture

Traditional white and brown kitchen with a contemporary feel

Arredo Casa Group

This is a traditional kitchen that has the contemporary touch of soft colored cabinets. Simple yet elegant, this design works in many colors and can be customized to your style. This is from the Montecarlo Collection.

Campden Drive

Hello Kitchen

Kitchen with Shaker Cabinets 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!