New Zealand Certified Builders Association

Sleek and stylish with a beautiful Canadian cedar ceiling.

Adobe Casita

Design Studio 1127

Open concept small but updated kitchen. With drawer refrigerator and freezer on island.

Previous Projects

Richard J. Moudy Construction LLC

Custom Residence - Holly Springs, GA

Caldwell-Cline Architects & Designers

Kitchen with gas stove top and farmhouse kitchen sink.

Lake Almanor Traditional

Deirdre Doherty Interiors

Martis Camp_Ehrman Drive

Emily Roose Interiors

A mountain modern designed kitchen complete with high-end Thermador appliances, a pot filler, two sinks, wood flat panel cabinets and a large counter height island. The kitchen is open to the dining room and the great room as well as connected to the large exterior deck through large glass sliders. The 10 foot custom walnut dining table was designed by principal interior & furniture designer Emily Roose. The great room linear fireplace has a custom concrete hearth and is clad in black metal as well as rusted steel columns. In between the rusted steel columns are Modular Art Panels that were custom painted and are lit with LED strips running down behind the rusted steel columns. The fireplace wall is clad in custom stained wood panels that also hides away the TV when not in use. The window off of the prep sink counter slides back to act as a pass through out to the BBQ area on the exterior large deck. Photo courtesy © Martis Camp Realty & Paul Hamill Photography

Central Beach New Build 1

Builders East Inc.

Inverted Hip Ceiling color is Benjamin Moore Harbor Haze 50 % Millwork 360 . Serna and Lilly Counter Top Stools. Bosch Appliances. Kraus Kore 32 . Work Station Sink. Brizo Litze Faucet model 63053LF-SS. Emtek Alexander cabinet Hardware Satin Brass Cabinets by Syndicate Woodworks . Style is Shaker Panel Full Overlay Painted Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace . Countertops are Polar White Quartz Fabricated by DRD Granite Tops. Open White Oak Shelfs

Mountain Top Cabin Kitchen

Align Design LLC

Royal Oaks Large Outdoor Kitchen

Melissa Sharp, Designer at Kitchen & Bath Concepts

Royal Oaks Large Outdoor Kitchen, with Alfresco appliances, Danver/Brown Jordan outdoor cabinetry, Dekton couentertops, natural stone floors and backsplash, Vent A Hood ventilation, custom outdoor furniture form Leaisure Collections.

King Street

Kelly Ferm Inc.

Tuscan Style kitchen designed around a grand red range.

Rustic Contemporary

Theresa Franklin, ASID

COCINA ESTILO RÚSTICO-MODERNO

Verde Bothellas Arquitectura

Imagen de la cocina comedor.

Andover MA Historic Home Kitchen Remodel

Howell Custom Building Group

The Hannah Fay House is a fine example of Italianate architecture. Built in 1860, it is located next to historic Phillips Academy in Andover MA and in the past it served as a home to the academy’s administrators. When the homeowners purchased the house, their goal was to restore its original formality and enhance the finish work throughout the first floor. The project included a kitchen remodel The end result is an exquisite blending of historical details with modern amenities. The Kitchen was remodeled into an elegant, airy space: Two windows were added on either side of cooking area to bring in light and views of backyard. Hand painted custom cabinetry from Jewett Farms features decorative furniture feet. Wood paneled raised ceiling with drop soffit gives new depth and warmth to the room. Cosmic Black granite replaced the outdated Formica countertops. Custom designed Backsplash tile consists of a traditional 3 x 6 subway tile with custom selected square mosaics which tie the dark counters in with the white cabinets. Coppery accents within the mosaics reflect the copper range hood and beautiful wood floors. Hand-hammered copper range hood. Commercial grade appliances. Glass display cabinets with interior lighting. The flooring throughout the first floor is antique reclaimed oak.

Gem Retreat Chalet

Weninger Construction & Design Ltd

Entering the chalet, an open concept great room greets you. Kitchen, dining, and vaulted living room with wood ceilings create uplifting space to gather and connect with additional seating at granite kitchen island/bar.

Rustic Retreat on Lauderdale Lake

Stebnitz Builders, Inc.

To take advantage of this home’s natural light and expansive views and to enhance the feeling of spaciousness indoors, we designed an open floor plan on the main level, including the living room, dining room, kitchen and family room. This new traditional-style kitchen boasts all the trappings of the 21st century, including granite countertops and a Kohler Whitehaven farm sink. Sub-Zero under-counter refrigerator drawers seamlessly blend into the space with front panels that match the rest of the kitchen cabinetry. Underfoot, blonde Acacia luxury vinyl plank flooring creates a consistent feel throughout the kitchen, dining and living spaces.

Leelanau Stable House

Shoreline Architecture & Design

Thermally Broken Steel USA

An open plan and large windows for this space creates expansive views for the combined kitchen, dining room, and fireplace den/hearth room. Custom windows, doors, and hardware designed and furnished by Thermally Broken Steel USA. Other sources: Custom cooking suite by Morrone. Cooking range by Molteni. Sink fittings by Dornbracht. Western Hemlock walls and ceiling, Oak floors by reSAWN TIMBER Co.

Kitchen with Multi-Coloured Splashback and Wood 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!