Luxury abounds in this rustic knotty alder custom kitchen cabinetry with a distressed finish by Rentown Cabinets. Painted kitchen island and feature cabinetry. Stained glass front cabinets. Hand carved corbels and hand painted details abound in this kitchen. Slate tile flooring and reclaimed barn wood ceiling. Cast stone range hood, hammered copper sinks and gorgeous tile.

Interiors Berkshire Mountain Design Build. -Log Home -Timber Framing -Post and B

Berkshire Mountain Design Build, LLC

Organic tree forms of cherry and hand-made oak pegs. Berkshire Mountain Design Build. -Log Home -Timber Framing -Post and Beam -Historic Preservation

Kitchens

Park City Woodworks

Shallow Creek Residence

Kata Phusin Design

Kyria Abrahams

Tamarron - Mountain House

Galbraith Design Inc. / Galbraith Builders, Inc.

A baking center within the kitchen space. Photo by Mark Galbraith

Charming in Cherry

Performance Kitchens & Home

Voted best of Houzz 2014, 2015, 2016 & 2017! Since 1974, Performance Kitchens & Home has been re-inventing spaces for every room in the home. Specializing in older homes for Kitchens, Bathrooms, Den, Family Rooms and any room in the home that needs creative storage solutions for cabinetry. We offer color rendering services to help you see what your space will look like, so you can be comfortable with your choices! Our Design team is ready help you see your vision and guide you through the entire process! Photography by: Juniper Wind Designs LLC

Classic Craftsman Kitchen

Murphy's Design

The Craftsman style can be done a couple of ways. There is the purist approach which is what these homeowners were looking to create with the flooring, cabinets and tile. Remodeled by Murphy's Design.

Bayberry Dr. Kitchen

Regal Concepts & Designs

This is a full kitchen remodel we did in Oceanside, CA Photo by Mindy Nicole Photography

Open Space Design

TKB DESIGN

Wall removal to make a family friendly kitchen to dining area. Challenges: Venting thru tile roof, Installation of Propane Gas Supply, Wiring for under cabinet lighting. Prepared HPPD application drawings. Worked with local contractor verifying final fit and finish. Photo By: Randy Trager

Whidbey Island Remodel

Soundesign Group Architects, PLLC

Concrete Interiors

Power Concrete Construction & Design Center

Bennington Way, Eagleswood

Stonehenge Building & Development

About an Island

Somrak Concept and Structure, Inc.

The custom faux finished island. Photo by: Trent Bona Photography

Shenandoah

REYNOLDS ASH + ASSOCIATES

Evergreen Log Home Kitchen Renovation

TVL Creative Ltd.

This project's final result exceeded even our vision for the space! This kitchen is part of a stunning traditional log home in Evergreen, CO. The original kitchen had some unique touches, but was dated and not a true reflection of our client. The existing kitchen felt dark despite an amazing amount of natural light, and the colors and textures of the cabinetry felt heavy and expired. The client wanted to keep with the traditional rustic aesthetic that is present throughout the rest of the home, but wanted a much brighter space and slightly more elegant appeal. Our scope included upgrades to just about everything: new semi-custom cabinetry, new quartz countertops, new paint, new light fixtures, new backsplash tile, and even a custom flue over the range. We kept the original flooring in tact, retained the original copper range hood, and maintained the same layout while optimizing light and function. The space is made brighter by a light cream primary cabinetry color, and additional feature lighting everywhere including in cabinets, under cabinets, and in toe kicks. The new kitchen island is made of knotty alder cabinetry and topped by Cambria quartz in Oakmoor. The dining table shares this same style of quartz and is surrounded by custom upholstered benches in Kravet's Cowhide suede. We introduced a new dramatic antler chandelier at the end of the island as well as Restoration Hardware accent lighting over the dining area and sconce lighting over the sink area open shelves. We utilized composite sinks in both the primary and bar locations, and accented these with farmhouse style bronze faucets. Stacked stone covers the backsplash, and a handmade elk mosaic adorns the space above the range for a custom look that is hard to ignore. We finished the space with a light copper paint color to add extra warmth and finished cabinetry with rustic bronze hardware. This project is breathtaking and we are so thrilled our client can enjoy this kitchen for many years to come!

Pesos for your Thoughts

C K Cabinetry and Design, LLC

Photography by Jeff Volker

Kitchens, Cabinets and Vanities

Daniel J. Olson Construction, Inc.

FAWN POINT KITCHEN

DESIGNS BY CHRISTINE

Steven Paul Whitsitt Photography

Ames Rustic Kitchen Remodel

Completely Kitchens

Jenkins Kitchen

Sticks 2 Stones Design, LLC

Traditional style in a birch with stain. Glass lantern backsplash Designed by Sticks 2 Stones Cabinetry Lori Douthat @ downtoearthphotography

Kitchen with Slate 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!