Kate & Keith Photography

Simple Southwestern

Sligh Cabinets Inc.

Modern Lake House Kitchen

Space Redefined

Modern Lake House kitchen with quartz counters, lacquered and walnut cabinets, lighted agate bar, and stunning lake view.

Modern Desert Contemporary Residence

Design Directives, LLC

Desert Contemporary kitchen with large island, extensive use of natural materials - stone, wood and metal. Wolff/Sub Zero appliances. Architect - Bing Hu. Contractor - Manship Builder. Interior Design - Susan Hersker and Elaine Ryckman Photo Mark Boisclair Project designed by Susie Hersker’s Scottsdale interior design firm Design Directives. Design Directives is active in Phoenix, Paradise Valley, Cave Creek, Carefree, Sedona, and beyond. For more about Design Directives, click here: https://susanherskerasid.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://susanherskerasid.com/desert-contemporary/

British West Indies Custom Home in Naples

Simonsen-Hickok Interiors

FISHING CABIN

Karen White Interior Design

Jeremy Swanson

Kitchen extension, Wiltshire

Edward Tucker : Chartered Architect

Kitchen extension, Wiltshire Luke McHardy Kitchens, Phoenix Extensions

Kitchen Island & Peninsula

ODS Architecture

Kitchen with large quartz countertop island surrounded by light wood cabinetry with contrasting dark countertops. New hanging stick-style light completes the space.

Beautiful kitchen remodel on the San Diego Bay.

Newport Coast

SIDG Design

Custom designed kitchen with detailed ceiling details, floating shelf, glass hood design, top of the line appliances, and brass decorative accents

Oxshott Townhouse

Heritage Ceramics

Sivas contemporary limestone tiles

kitchen

HP Rovinelli Architects

The U-shaped kitchen forms the heart of the house, open to the major living areas and offering through views to the water. Photograph by Brian Vandenbrink

Bloomfield Hills, MI Interior Remodel

MainStreet Design Build

When we started this project, opening up the kitchen to the surrounding space was not an option. Instead, the 10-foot ceilings gave us an opportunity to create a glamorous room with all of the amenities of an open floor plan. The beautiful sunny breakfast nook and adjacent formal dining offer plenty of seats for family and guests in this modern home. Our clients, none the less, love to sit at their new island for breakfast, keeping each other company while cooking, reading a new recipe or simply taking a well-deserved coffee break. The gorgeous custom cabinetry is a combination of horizontal grain walnut base and tall cabinets with glossy white upper cabinets that create an open feeling all the way up the walls. Caesarstone countertops and backsplash join together for a nearly seamless transition. The Subzero and Thermador appliances match the quality of the home and the cooks themselves! Finally, the heated natural limestone floors keep this room welcoming all year long. Alicia Gbur Photography

Derbyshire Woodland Kitchen.

Churchwood Design

A handmade solid oak kitchen with 'Black Pearl' granite worktops, Fisher & Paykel fridge-freezer and Miele built-in appliances.

Modern Indoor-Outdoor Living with a Pacific Rim Influence

Allen Construction

Elegant, earthy finishes in the kitchen include solid mahogany cabinets and bar, black granite counters, and limestone ceiling and floors. A large pocket window opens the kitchen to the outdoor barbecue area. Architect: Edward Pitman Architects Builder: Allen Constrruction Photos: Jim Bartsch Photography

Renovation and Expansion of a Rental Property

Beautiful Interiors

Barry Fitzgerald

Dallas North Forty Kitchen Remodel

A timeless and classical kitchen features dual islands for maximum efficiency, while custom millwork and cabinetry finished with a light glazing create a light and airy space. Imported quartzite lends itself to a marble appearance, but is more durable for cooking. Carved millwork details and corbels add depth and detail to the cabinetry. The backsplash incorporates hand made ceramic tiles, custom slab inserts and a custom colored medallion. Interior Architecture & Design: AVID Associates Contractor: Mark Smith Custom Homes Photo Credit: Dan Piassick

Kitchen with Stone Slab Splashback and Limestone 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!