Dana Altier

Main Street, Carmel

J. Morrow Construction, LLC

Contemporary Condo Kitchen, Two12 North 9th, Brooklyn

Meshberg Group

This open urban kitchen invites with pops of yellow and an eat in dining table. A highly functional, contemporary beauty featuring wide plank white oak grey stained floors, white lacquer refrigerator and washing machine, brushed aluminum lower cabinets and walnut upper cabinets. Pure white Caesarstone countertops, Blanco kitchen faucet and sink, Bertazzoni range, Bosch dishwasher, architectural lighting trough with LED lights, and Emtech brushed chrome door hardware complete the high-end look.

Arthur Erickson - Eppich House Renovation

Moosehead Contracting Inc.

Silent Sama Architectural Photography

Noe Valley Edwardian remodel

Raumfabrik architecture + interiors

photo credit Eric Rorer

Light and Bright Texas Ranch House Renovation

CliqStudios

CliqStudios buffet and sideboard area with white countertops, porcelain plants, glass displays, and a focal mirror. Perfect for serving drinks and entertaining guests. Learn more: https://www.cliqstudios.com/gallery/ranch-house-renovation/ Jason Kindig Photography

Black Contemporary

An Original, Inc.

Karl Baumgart

Fractal Pad

Architecture in Formation

Adam Freidberg Photography

White/Black Transitional Kitchen & Bar with Dekton Trilium Backsplash

Zobel & Co. Kitchens

We used Plain and Fancy's Shaker 3" door style in Cascade White in the kitchen and the same door style in Tamarind in the bar. The bar and kitchen had varying cabinet heights which allowed us to do something special with the backsplash - create angled cuts in the Dekton Trilium material. This gives any interesting twist to the kitchen. The Sub Zero refrigerator is paneled to match the kitchen cabinets. The range is made by Wolf adn the microwave is made by Viking. Arthur Zobel

Honed Wicked White Quartzite Backsplash & Royale Blanc Counters

Boston Counters

Details in a modern neutral kitchen, with Royale Blanc HanStone quartz countertops and honed Wicked White quartzite backsplash.

Martinez Residence

Truss Interiors & Renovations

Rénovation maison

By Mab - Maïté ALBANESI

@crédit photo Alexandre MONTAGNE

Ballsbridge Kitchen Design

Kerwood Design

An elegant in-frame with refined detail in Ballsbridge, Dublin, Ireland. Features include an overmantle, wine cooler and solid timber posts on the island. The kitchen design comes with range, coffee machine and food larder. The detail is completed with silestone lagoon work-tops with an ogee edge detail

FAWN POINT KITCHEN

DESIGNS BY CHRISTINE

Steven Paul Whitsitt Photography

Private Residence, Naples FL

Randall Perry Photography

Carlsbad

Select Builders

Adelaide Kitchen, dining & living room renovation

TK Design | Interior Design

Whole Luxury House Remodeling in Fair Oaks, CA

A+ Construction & Remodeling

Eleventh Street Apartmentblue cabinets

kimberly peck architect

photo by Pedro Marti The goal of this renovation was to create a stair with a minimal footprint in order to maximize the usable space in this small apartment. The existing living room was divided in two and contained a steep ladder to access the second floor sleeping loft. The client wanted to create a single living space with a true staircase and to open up and preferably expand the old galley kitchen without taking away too much space from the living area. Our solution was to create a new stair that integrated with the kitchen cabinetry and dining area In order to not use up valuable floor area. The fourth tread of the stair continues to create a counter above additional kitchen storage and then cantilevers and wraps around the kitchen’s stone counters to create a dining area. The stair was custom fabricated in two parts. First a steel structure was created, this was then clad by a wood worker who constructed the kitchen cabinetry and made sure the stair integrated seamlessly with the rest of the kitchen. The treads have a floating appearance when looking from the living room, that along with the open rail helps to visually connect the kitchen to the rest of the space. The angle of the dining area table is informed by the existing angled wall at the entry hall, the line of the table is picked up on the other side of the kitchen by new floor to ceiling cabinetry that folds around the rear wall of the kitchen into the hallway creating additional storage within the hall.

ADU Basement Conversion

User

This kitchen is compact but uses every bit of space efficiently. From storage under the stairs to a full height pantry for brooms and cleaning supplies.

Kitchen with Stone Slab Splashback and a Peninsula 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!