This photo looks out onto the Breakfast Nook and Family Room from inside the Kitchen. The look of the white wall paneling that was seen within the Living Room and Dining Room has been transferred to the ceiling of these rooms, instead. This caries the more formal feel through to the back of the house, while allowing the Family Room and Kitchen designs to stand out on their own. A coffered ceiling is seen in the Family Room, while a tray ceiling with wood paneling is seen in the Kitchen. Regarding the palette, a more blueish tone is used on the Family Room walls, which ties in the blue-gray that's used in the rooms at the front of the house. White trim and the gray-toned floor remain. The double doors within the Family Room open out onto the Porch.

The Bachelor Pad - Washington, DC

Emlyn Interiors

Greg Staley

Tudor Revival Estate, Full Home Design

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An antique Chinese frieze hangs above this kitchen’s original fireplace. Bronze farm sinks, bronze hardware and a bronze raised bar are accented by fossil limestone countertops; a subzero wine refrigerator, dishwasher drawers, a Wolf gas, five-burner cooktop and a restaurant-style faucet of brushed nickel, giving this kitchen a gourmet touch. The flatscreen television on an articulating arm makes it even more tempting to spend hours in this family’s favorite spot! An original brick fireplace and woven wood blinds add warmth alongside the many stainless steel appliances. A light tile backsplash, ceiling, lights, and glass leaded cabinet fronts provide a good contrast that keeps the kitchen, with its dark cabinets, from being heavy and oppressive.

La Vista Dr #2- Dallas

Montgomery Custom Homes

Transitional Family Home

Platinum Homes by Mark Molthan

Page // Agency

photo by Elizabeth Steiner

Manly 19

Watershed Architects

This town house is one of a pair, designed for clients to live in this one and sell the other. The house is set over three split levels comprising bedrooms on the upper levels, a mid level open-plan living area and a lower guest and family room area that connects to an outdoor terrace and swimming pool. Polished concrete floors offer durability and warmth via hydronic heating. Considered window placement and design ensure maximum light into the home while ensuring privacy. External screens offer further privacy and interest to the building facade. COMPLETED: JUN 18 / BUILDER: NORTH RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTIONS / PHOTOS: SIMON WHITBREAD PHOTOGRAPHY

The Miranda

Barriere Construction Inc.

French Creek Chateau

Steiner-Houck & Associates, LLC

Peter Leach Photography European Inspired Design with many natural materials including: Limestone, Marble, Granite, & Pewter. Large Kitchen with 2 Islands, 48" range, Hibachi Grill & Built-in Fondue station, Warming Drawer, Steam Oven and Microwave Drawer. Custom Cabinetry by Premier Custom Built, Inc. Mosaics, Range Hood & Fireplace by Francois & Co. Designed and built by Steiner-Houck & Associates.

The Chatham (Rambler) Parade of Homes showcase model located in Lakeville, MN (Spirit of Brandtjen Farm).

Homestead - Fall Festival 2018

Viking Homes

Gourmet kitchen features two toned cabinets in natural hickory and a Sterling painted island. Kohler® farmhouse sink and matte black Moen® Align pullout faucet pair perfectly with the Samsung® black stainless steel appliances and black cabinet hardware.

Prospect Heights Townhouse

BuiltIN studio

Andrew Rugge/archphoto

Oakridge Trail

Boileau Construction

Photography Credit: Gary Harris

Misty Valley

Wright Design

This eclectic mountain home nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains showcases an unexpected but harmonious blend of design influences. The European-inspired architecture, featuring native stone, heavy timbers and a cedar shake roof, complement the rustic setting. Inside, details like tongue and groove cypress ceilings, plaster walls and reclaimed heart pine floors create a warm and inviting backdrop punctuated with modern rustic fixtures and vibrant splashes of color. Meechan Architectural Photography

Knollwood Cove

Mosier Luxury Homes

Family Headquarters Kitchen & Family Room

Interiors by Popov

This is by far everybody’s favorite space. The kitchen is definitely the heart of the home where the dinner is getting ready, the homework is done, and in the family room the whole family can relax in front of the fireplace, while watching TV, listening to music, or playing video games. Whites with warm walnuts, light marble, and splashes of color are the key features in this modern family headquarters. The kitchen was meticulously designed to accommodate storage for numerous kitchen gadgets, cookware, and dinnerware that the family owned. Behind these simple and clean contemporary kitchen cabinet doors, there are multiple ergonomic and functional features that make this kitchen a modern chef’s dream

Park City Utah

Ana Donohue Interiors

Michael lee

Courtyard House

Davis Architects

Ann-Louise Buck

Kitchen with White Splashback 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!