"Unfitted" Rustic Farmhouse

Angela Otten - Inspire Kitchen Design Studio

Emily Redfield; EMR Photography

Farmhouse Kitchen

Design Me By Mahlah

The walnut counter tops are the star in this farmhouse inspired kitchen. This hundred year old house deserved a kitchen that would be true to its history yet modern and beautiful. We went with country inspired features like the banquette, copper pendant, and apron sink. The cabinet hardware and faucet are a soft bronze finish. The cabinets a warm white and walls a lovely natural green. We added plenty of storage with the addition of the bar with cabinets and floating shelves. The banquette features storage along with custom cushions.

Modern Kitchen

RIKB Design Build

Modern Kitchen by Rhode Island Kitchen & Bath of Providence, RI

Spanish European Casita | Baja Norte California, Mexico

Leanne Michael L U X E lifestyle design

Charming modern European custom kitchen for a guest cottage with Spanish and moroccan influences! This kitchen was fully renovated and designed with airbnb short stay guests in mind; equipped with a coffee bar, double burner gas cooktop, mini fridge w/freezer, wine beverage fridge, microwave and tons of storage!

Bennett Project

The Pentland Kitchen Company

Due to the property being a small single storey cottage, the customers wanted to make the most of the views from the rear of the property and create a feeling of space whilst cooking. The customers are keen cooks and spend a lot of their time in the kitchen space, so didn’t want to be stuck in a small room at the front of the house, which is where the kitchen was originally situated. They wanted to include a pantry and incorporate open shelving with minimal wall units, and were looking for a colour palette with a bit of interest rather than just light beige/creams.

Maison de campagne au nord de la Nièvre

Stéphane Polowy Architecte d'intérieur

Table chinée et revernie; chaises scandinaves vintage de Nässjö; mobiliers de cuisine Ikea Savedal; plans de travail en chêne massif; vaisselier de Tikamoon; suspensions Dokka et et House Doctor. Banquette réalisée sur-mesure.

SieMatic Küche auf Amrum; die Perle der Nordsee

Küchen Am Wall GmbH

Amrum, die Perle der Nordsee. In den letzten Tagen durften wir ein wunderschönes Küchenprojekt auf Amrum realisieren. SieMatic Küche SE2002RFS in lotusweiss, mit massiver Eichenholz Arbeitsplatte. Edelstahlgriff #179.

Hampton Style Family Kitchen & Bathroom

Kellyville Kitchens

Pasteur

Pamela Martin

The Victorian Cottage Kitchen

Making Spaces

https://blog.making-spaces.net/2019/09/08/the-victorian-cottage-devol-inspired-kitchen/

Strass Everest Loft

Schmidt Kitchens Epsom

A clever U-shaped kitchen with Everest-coloured units from the Strass range and Black units from the Loft range. An eye-catching Nano Everest compact worktop with a black-and-white design and a Nano Black laminate worktop for the dining area.

Mid-Century Modern Kitchen

EmV Design Build

Robin Stancliff photo credits. This kitchen had a complete transformation, and now it is beautiful, bright, and much more accessible! To accomplish my goals for this kitchen, I had to completely demolish the walls surrounding the kitchen, only keeping the attractive exposed load bearing posts and the HVAC system in place. I also left the existing pony wall, which I turned into a breakfast area, to keep the electric wiring in place. A challenge that I encountered was that my client wanted to keep the original Saltillo tile that gives her home it’s Southwestern flair, while having an updated kitchen with a mid-century modern aesthetic. Ultimately, the vintage Saltillo tile adds a lot of character and interest to the new kitchen design. To keep things clean and minimal, all of the countertops are easy-to-clean white quartz. Since most of the cooking will be done on the new induction stove in the breakfast area, I added a uniquely textured three-dimensional backsplash to give a more decorative feel. Since my client wanted the kitchen to be disability compliant, we put the microwave underneath the counter for easy access and added ample storage space beneath the counters rather than up high. With a full view of the surrounding rooms, this new kitchen layout feels very open and accessible. The crisp white cabinets and wall color is accented by a grey island and updated lighting throughout. Now, my client has a kitchen that feels open and easy to maintain while being safe and useful for people with disabilities.

Goodhue House Apartment

Emergent Form Architecture

By locating the new subzero refrigerator where a pantry closet once was, we were able to increase the footprint of the petite kitchen, packing more function into a compact space. Photo By Alex Staniloff

Murrells Inlet Home

CHD Interiors

Long Beach Mediterranean

Jette Creative

Photo by Amy Bartlam

The Mill House Kitchen

deVOL Kitchens

Unique Classic - Winget

Carmel Homes Design Group

Outdoor BBQ Island

Tile Outlet & Granite

Santa Barbara Mediterranean

J Wilson Fuqua & Associates Architects

Porter Fuqua

Kitchen with Terra-cotta 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!