The Leicestershire Kitchen in the Woods by deVOL

Each custom kitchen island is built in the same tradition as Taber & Company furniture, by hand from the start to finish. Dovetail joinery, hand forged iron hardware and layers of hand applied custom blended stains and wax are all trademarks. Made in the United States with a passion of preserving the art of craftsmanship and creating heirlooms from old growth hardwoods. Using soft touch glides on solid wood drawers and skillfully integrating appliances offers the client the best of both worlds, old world carpentry with todays convenience.

Arbeitsplatte aus Eichenholz

Neue Räume - Die Küchen Schreiner

Auch die Hauskatze ist begeistert vom Küchendesign! Elemente aus Vollholz geben dem Weiß der Küche etwas Wärme und schaffen eine optische Verbindung zum Wohnraum, der mit Parkett ausgelegt ist.

Tudor house

Sarah Gordon Home

A Tudor home, sympathetically renovated, with Contemporary Country touches Photography by Caitlin & Jones

Mansard Cottage, Ford

Closa

Adam Carter

Tropical Kitchen

Cotswold Chapel Kitchen

Sustainable Kitchens

A double Belfast farmhouse sink with four bibcock taps sit within oak shaker cabinets painted with Farrow & Ball Down Pipe. Rustic metal door knobs match the darkness of the slate tiles which sit perfectly above the oak worktop.

Kachina Residence

Carson Architecture and Design, Inc.

This homes timeless design captures the essence of Santa Barbara Style. Indoor and outdoor spaces intertwine as you move from one to the other. Amazing views, intimately scaled spaces, subtle materials, thoughtfully detailed, and warmth from natural light are all elements that make this home feel so welcoming. The outdoor areas all have unique views and the property landscaping is well tailored to complement the architecture. We worked with the Client and Sharon Fannin interiors.

Merriam Street

Oak Hill Architects

Kitchen Renovation

Bailey&Co (Interior Design) Ltd

This was a Country style shaker kitchen fitted into an old Georgian house which featured flagstone flooring, stone walls and a bakers oven. With 3 entryways into the kitchen there was limited floor and wall space due to the ceiling being 2 m high. We used the available space to the best of its capability and managed to get a decent amount of work space without making the kitchen feel busy. A solid wood work top was installed to keep the country feel of the property but light coloured cabinetry was installed and the walls were painted a warm welcoming but light colour. The original features such as the bakers oven, the mantlepiece and stone floors were refreshed but otherwise left to keep the character of the room.

Mr and Mrs S, Marpatt Monarch Oak near Bedford

Lifestyle Kitchens

Marpatt Monarch Oak kitchen doors in Edwardian White. Natural oak worktops with upstands. 300 wide pull out larder and 450 wide larder. Cast iron door handles in a natural iron finish.

Mr and Mrs S, Marpatt Monarch Oak near Bedford

Lifestyle Kitchens

Marpatt Monarch Oak kitchen doors in Edwardian White with a Rangemaster Elan 110 induction range in Royal Pearl with a made to measure overhead panelled mantle, corbells and shelf. Extended side panels and infill panels scribed to the ceiling.

Chiswick house

VORBILD Architecture

The back of the house have been enlarged with a rear and side extension. The space contains a traditional kitchen with cabinets in two colours (white and moss) and a dining area. Photography by Chris Snook

The Leicestershire Kitchen in the Woods by deVOL

deVOL Kitchens

Parade of Homes 2012

Wolfe Rizor Interiors

Faringdon flagstones

Natural Stone Consulting

Faringdon flagstones were used for this kitchen floor.

Cuisine & salle à manger conviviales

Loschali déco

Cuisine avec ilot & table pour petit déjeuner

Sarasota Custom Home- Frank Lloyd Wright Mid-Century Home

Nautilus Homes

This is a home that was designed around the property. With views in every direction from the master suite and almost everywhere else in the home. The home was designed by local architect Randy Sample and the interior architecture was designed by Maurice Jennings Architecture, a disciple of E. Fay Jones. New Construction of a 4,400 sf custom home in the Southbay Neighborhood of Osprey, FL, just south of Sarasota. Photo - Ricky Perrone

48 Mag Blossom

Element Construction Partners

J Savage Gibson Photography

Stone shelves with copper pots

Artichoke

This bespoke professional cook's kitchen features a custom copper and stainless steel La Cornue range cooker and extraction canopy, built to match the client's copper pans. Italian Black Basalt stone shelving lines the walls resting on Acero stone brackets, a detail repeated on bench seats in front of the windows between glazed crockery cabinets. The table was made in solid English oak with turned legs. The project’s special details include inset LED strip lighting rebated into the underside of the stone shelves, wired invisibly through the stone brackets. Primary materials: Hand painted Sapele; Italian Black Basalt; Acero limestone; English oak; Lefroy Brooks white brick tiles; antique brass, nickel and pewter ironmongery.

Kitchen with Wood Benchtops 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!