From 1978 dark cabinets to warm and inviting! We relocated cooking from the island to the wall to allow for a professional quality range with premium venting. We took advantage of a large open wall in this spacious footprint and converted it into a coffee station for these avid coffee connoisseurs. On the opposite wall we created a banquette for casual everyday meals that transitions into a floating desk, perfect for managing life's craziness in the heart of the home. Features include a drop zone inside the end cabinet on the refrigerator wall, perfect for quick access to keys and the mail drop zone as it's just off the garage. The custom mosaic tile backsplash was a fun opportunity to bring in all their favorite accent colors in small doses.

Moroccan Kitchen Design

Essence Designs

One of the most colourful kitchen designs. Two-toned kitchen design with white upper and navy base cabinets in a shaker door style. Warm beige quartz countertop with stainless steel double undermount sink and pull down spray single lever faucet. Gorgeous multi-coloured marrackesh glass hex mosaics and mini single pendant light fixture in mercury glass brushed nickel finish.

Before and After Farm House Kitchen

Kenman Design Group, LLC

West wall highlights the stove hood and sink.

Mother-In-Law Suite Kitchenette

GMI Design Group

Caring for aging parents is both a joy and a challenge. The clients wanted to create a more aging-in-place friendly basement area for their mother. The existing kitchenette was more of a glorified bar and did not give her the option of cooking independently, and definitely not stylishly. We re-configured the area so it was all open, with full kitchen capabilities. All appliances were selected to cater to the mother's limited reach, so all functional storage and product usage can be done without raising arms excessively. Special storage solutions include a peg-system for a dish drawer, tiered silverware trays, a slide-up appliance garage, and pivoting pantry storage. The cabinets also give ample display space for her collection of antique glassware. In lieu of an island, we created a solid-surface top for a standard table so food can be prepped while sitting and without damaging the table top. All items reflect the mother's tastes and existing furniture so she can truly feel like this basement is her space, while still being close to her son and daughter-in-law.

Denver 100

Omega Builders

Finished Basement with Kitchen in Howell, MI

Finished Basements Plus

Beige Kitchen with Extra Large Island, Tile Backsplash and Granite Countertops

Cabinet-S-Top

In this kitchen, Waypoint Maple painted Hazelnut Glaze cabinetry in the 610D door style was installed. The countertop is Giallo Traversella Granite on the perimeter and Eternia Bairnsdale quartz on the island. The backsplash is Crema 3”x6” honed stone tile with Crystal Shores Random Linear Sapphire Lagoon accent tile. A Tansolid undermount equal bowl kitchen sink with a Moen single handle high arch pulldown faucet was installed. Kichler Armida Collection 3 light chandelier and two pendants in olde bronze finish, LED recessed lights and under cabinet lights were also installed. On the floor is 12”x24” Permastone Rush Chaparell vinyl tile in the grout less application for the kitchen and foyer.

Lithia Ranch

Larissa Hicks- S&W Kitchens, Inc.

Beautiful ranch house kitchen with all the bells and whistles. Built in convection oven, induction cook top, wood decorative range hood, paneled dishwasher drawers, and more. The chevron marble backsplash complimented the Cambria Brittanicca Gold so well! This was a huge transformation from the small very outdated u-shape that used to exist

Bright Traditional Kitchen in Pipersville

Lang's Kitchen & Bath

The painted white DuraSupreme kitchen cabinets create a bright backdrop for this traditional style kitchen design, accessorized with Top Knobs black finish hardware. This is beautifully highlighted by natural light through the Anderson windows, along with Uttermost pendant lights and Hafele undercabinet and in cabinet lighting. The stained island cabinetry and Apollo luxury vinyl flooring offer a warm contrast to the white perimeter cabinets. A Kohler white haven farmhouse sink fits in perfectly with this design, along with a Sigma faucet and Mountain Air switch. The design also includes a bar area with an undercounter beverage refrigerator and eye-catching Walker Zanger tile feature, plus Kitchenaid appliances and a Sharp microwave drawer. Granite countertops, a custom drywalled and painted Jay Rambo hood, Task Lighting powerstrips, and handmade white subway tile are among the features that set this kitchen apart. Photos by Linda McManus

Springwood Rd. Kitchen

Jeffrey L. Henry, Inc.

Rustic Kitchen

Brooks Home Renovations

This rustic style kitchen and dinning room features laminate tops and custom cabinets. Added recessed and pendant lighting brighten up the space. Accents of exposed brick and crown molding on the cabinets give a unique feel for this country kitchen.

Luxury Country Living

Renovation - Hope Island Family Home

Carla Rausch Designs By Passaddhi house of design

New Build Homes - Beech Gardens, Halifax

GREENSTONE DESIGN LTD

contemporary kitchen with stunning views, using the mirror splashback to take in the views when your back is to the room...

Sutton Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | OH

Flooret

Refined yet natural. A white wire-brush gives the natural wood tone a distinct depth, lending it to a variety of spaces.

Renovation - Hope Island Family Home

Carla Rausch Designs By Passaddhi house of design

Ferndale North

Fox Interiors

Francestown, Rental Apartment

The Muir Showrooms

The Wilsonart Tumbled Roca countertops bring out the light beige-y tones in the LVP flooring.

Kitchen with Vinyl Floors and Beige Benchtop 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!