Retro/Modern/Farmhouse Mashup Kitchen and Bath Renovation

Julia Staples Photography

Curtis Nemetz

Open shelving units were proposed as a less formal approach to the usual wall-hung cupboards and introduced a texture and depth to the overall scheme. Photography: Jim Stephenson

Oceanside Kitchen 3

Remodel Works Bath & Kitchen

This San Diego kitchen remodel features PCS cabinets with a apple wood, white painted finish. The counter top is a Pentalquarts Calacatta countertops with a waterfall edge. The back splash is a glass backsplash and this kitchen has stainless steel appliances. This space was demoed to create a bigger area that allowed for the peninsula as well as to open up to the family room. The back wall was also demoed to ass the glass sliding doors to the back yard. www.remodelworks.com Photography by Scott Basile.

A Traditional Country Kitchen

Sustainable Kitchens

This new kitchen sits effortlessly alongside the aged stonework of the barn. Respecting the old whilst adding a hint of modern luxury. Sustainable Kitchens - A Traditional Country Kitchen. 17th Century Grade II listed barn conversion with oak worktops and cabinets painted in Farrow & Ball Tallow. The cabinets have traditional beading and mouldings. The 300 year old exposed bricks and farmhouse sink help maintain the traditional style. There is an oven tower and American style fridge and freezer combination with a larder on either side. The beams are original.

Westbourne Grove

Lex McMillan Architects Ltd

Minimal and Contemporary North London Kitchen Extension

Robert Rhodes Architecture + Interiors

Durham Road is our minimal and contemporary extension and renovation of a Victorian house in East Finchley, North London. Custom joinery hides away all the typical kitchen necessities, and an all-glass box seat will allow the owners to enjoy their garden even when the weather isn’t on their side. Despite a relatively tight budget we successfully managed to find resources for high-quality materials and finishes, underfloor heating, a custom kitchen, Domus tiles, and the modern oriel window by one finest glassworkers in town.

Porter Ranch Kitchen

A.S.D. Interiors - Shirry Dolgin, Owner

Bright New Kitchen - Susan McGee Designer

Counter Dimensions

This little kitchen started off very dated with old brown cabinets. Because we were able to keep the tile floors,this kitchen was updated on a great budget! By adding a shelf or mantel on the front of a cabinets and choosing a nice dark stain, we were able to give this small kitchen to look and feel of a larger space with a wood hood. The area above the hood is available for storage. The trash can is no incorporated into the cabinets and the dishwasher is located on the right (for a right handed person). The open shelf for dishes allows the homeowner to show case her beautiful stoneware and makes for easy access for the kids to reach. Deep drawers allow for great storage.

Painted & Patterned Kitchen

Studio 76 Kitchens and Baths

A northeast Ohio kitchen gets an extreme makeover with soft painted cabinets in white and pale green color. Warm green accents and a hard-working granite composite kitchen sink in the island gives this newly remodeled kitchen a gorgeous look in summer or winter.

Clean, Modern Kitchen

Plus Interiors

This modern kitchen design created an open floor plan for increased natural lighting and ventilation, integrated seating and sufficient space for multiple cooks. Built-in appliances are strategically placed for easy access, while an appliance garage houses additional smaller appliances. The two-tone woodgrain finish and colored pendant lights add warmth to the space, and are balanced with the cooler aesthetic of aluminum handles and aluminum shaker doors with frosted glass inserts. The staggered brick backsplash adds a finishing touch with great visual appeal.

Rénovation totale et aménagement sur mesure

OLIVIER GUYOT - ARCHITECTURE & INTERIOR DESIGN

Bungalows & Butcherblock

Jones Design Group LLC

Modern Farmhouse

Lakeside Custom Homes

Modern farmhouse kitchen featuring modern black and white backsplash, quartz countertops, and black island pendants.

Traditional Kitchen

Appleby Place

Pizzale Design Inc.

The kitchen offers a double island, with a built-in breakfast bar, and a seating area to comfortably seat 8 for quick meals. Focusing on the details such as the custom millwork ceiling, and built-in cabinetry to suit all storage needs was a necessity.

Cocina abierta Sabadell

T'AJUDEM SBD

Esta cocina abierta que hemos hecho integra perfectamente la premisa del estilo nórdico: sencillez cálida y acogedora. Predomina el color blanco, que aporta mucha luminosidad, y el suave tono natural de la madera en el suelo y la encimera. Al abrirla al comedor, se ha ganado amplitud y luz, y el espacio de mesa conecta perfectamente los dos espacios.

Spanish Farmhouse and a Secret Room

S&W Kitchens

Beautiful Spanish Farmhouse kitchen remodel by designer Larissa Hicks.

Kitchen with White Cabinets and Ceramic 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!