A nicely appointed kitchenette with dishwasher, hidden mini-fridge, microwave and instant hot water makes guests feel right at home. LVP flooring runs throughout the apartment with radiant floor heating to keep the toes warm and guests comfortable. Photo by Joel Riner Photography

Contemporary Kitchen

Asheville - Oakley Kitchen Re-Vamp

Align Design LLC

A kitchen revamp was in order for a local chef and his wife who, manages a local B&B. The foodie duo were tired of their dingy, poorly designed, 1980's style kitchen and desired a bright and open work space where they can kick back and prepare delicious meals for themselves, when they aren't cooking for other people. The space was gutted and reconfigured, switching the sink and stove placement, and situating the refrigerator on the opposite wall, to create a better work triangle. Budget constraints dictated a plan that will be done in phases, and allows more cabinets to be added at a later date, where the open pantry currently lives. A rolling cabinet, with butcher block top, situated to the right of the stove, (unfinished by the cabinet company at the time of the photo shoot), can be pulled into the room to provide a portable island. Budget friendly materials were sourced, including luxury vinyl tile for the floors, that mimics the look of concrete, and laminate counter tops that evoke the look of granite. New lighting, bright subway tile and a sparkle of brass over the sink, make this new kitchen sparkle. Photos by Lisa Wood - Lark and Loom

Minneapolis Modern Farmhouse Ktichen With a Rustic Twist

Sawhill Kitchens

Rustic Farmhouse Kitchen with a Modern Twist by Sawhill Custom Kitchens & Design in Minneapolis. To learn more details about this showroom display remodel project and all of the amazing functionality hidden throughout, visit https://sawhillkitchens.com/kitchen-showroom-modern-farmhouse-with-a-rustic-twist/ to read our blog featuring this project.

New England Inspired Barn Conversion

Newcastle Kitchen & Bedroom Co

A New England inspired kitchen/dining/living space with rolling library ladder feature. Beautifully set in a barn conversion within the grounds of a 15th Century farmhouse. All furniture meticulously handcrafted by our exceptional team. Another successful collaboration with Fleur Interiors, our interior design partner in creating this stunning New England inspired country home.

Simple, Earth Tone Kitchen Remodel

Inde Kitchen Remodelers

1210 Macdonald Ranch

Luxe-Design

Attached Chef Kitchen with Espresso Machine

Country meets Modern

Palazzo Kitchens & Appliances

This angle demonstrates the importance of the working space between the island and the cook top. Too often, the working space is sacrificed, constricting the number of people that can work comfortably within the kitchen - regardless of its overall size. Stunning country influence nestled in this 2017 modern new build home. The lacquer doors compliment the dark oak laminate top, offering a warm and welcoming appeal to friends and family. Floor to ceiling cabinets offers an enormous amount of storage, and the negative detail above the cornice prevents the height of the kitchen over powering the room. All Palazzo kitchens are locally designed by fully qualified (and often award winning) designers, an manufactured using precision German Engineering, and premium German Hardware.

Country Kitchen

Modern Lake House Kitchen

Space Redefined

Modern Lake House Kitchen

Gabriel Builders Showroom

Gabriel Builders Inc.

A bankof glass cabinets beside the Wolf builtin coffee maker and baking storage cabinet with pocket doors. Large pewter island that seats five with 2nd prep sink. Wolf microwave, warming drawer, and steam convection oven in this space. Integrated Subzero refrigerator and refrigerator drawers for beverage storage. Ice maker and wine storage in the pantry behind the ktichen.

Hardwood Flooring

CarpetsPlus ColorTile Missoula

Rambling Rose Cottage

Oliver Grahame Photography

Oliver Grahame Photography - shot for Character Cottages. This is a 2 bedroom cottage to rent in Upper Oddington that sleeps 4. For more info see - www.character-cottages.co.uk/all-properties/cotswolds-all/rambling-rose-cottage

The Leicestershire Kitchen in the Woods by deVOL

deVOL Kitchens

Coral Drive

User

Salish Tiny Home - 10

West Coast Homes

Uptown Markham Condominiums

Salerno Kitchens Inc.

A classic shaker kitchen with a contemporary twist

Edmondson Interiors

A contemporary take on a classic shaker design, for the perfect combination of old and new. An oak topped central island to blend with the oak framed property. Large glass doors lead to an extensive outdoor patio for alfresco dining. Photos by Alton Omar

Additions

Mackey Builders, Inc.

Vinyl Plank

Yates Flooring Center

Kitchen with Vinyl Floors 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!