The design concept of this kitchen was inspired by the client's love of France. The materials are classic but very special; the marble tile has a silk-screened pattern overlay, the butcher block island top is walnut with a furniture finish, the creamy-white cabinets are a modified shaker with a beveled edge, and the counters are durable Calcutta porcelain. The amazing over-scaled vintage pendants from France and the sleek brass and linen counter stools give the space a modern and fresh feel.

Réhabilitation Maison de Ville

DIALOG Architecture - Rénovation et Extensions

La cuisine a un côté dynamique avec les plantes qui est en rapport avec la peinture kaki qui donne un équilibre à la pièce et le blanc se combine très bien avec cette nuance

Penstemon Lane

Maggie T Fitzgerald AIA

VILARRUBIAS

PERALTA Studio

Chaucer Road

Sieger® Aluminium Systems

Sieger 120 bifold door was installed in three-track configuration to provide the homeowner with a beautiful indoor-outdoor living experience that tied their home and garden together wonderfully.

Fairhill Kitchen and Mudroom

down2earth Interior Design, LLC.

This kitchen in Glenside, Pennsylvania is an instant classic. A herringbone mosaic backsplash in Carrara marble pairs with an excellent cabinet color: it can read blue, grey, or sometimes even a little bit green. We all want our kitchens to feel warm and welcoming so it may be counterintuitive to use a cool color on such a major visual element of the kitchen. The secret to our success here? Pairing it with rich walnut countertops and exposed brick in the kitchen. It also works well when paired with the dark oak cupboards, which were an original feature in the butler’s pantry. In that pantry space, open shelves store large casserole dishes, cookbooks, and drink bottles in a spot that used to be a cavity for a dumbwaiter but now serves as useful storage. We also made room for a little reclaimed desk, and the chair’s seat cushion sweetly coordinates with the kitchen window treatment. Perhaps our favorite element of this kitchen interior is the elegant design of the glass-front cabinet to the left of the sink, which displays sparkly silver goblets. Slightly oversized polished nickel cup pulls and a nickel ceiling light pick on the silver on display and provide just that little bit of extra sparkle. Blue and white Chinese pottery adds a classic pop of a more saturated blue and a roman shade softens the window without cutting out too much light.

Conception de cuisine ouverte en bois clair et gris

Cuisinata

Conception et pose de cuisine ouverte avec une belle combinaison gris/chêne. Le plan de travail en chêne reprend la finition des meubles hauts et la crédence en céramique marbré apporte une touche d’élégance ! Le tout sur des meubles bas en gris

3D d'un appartement en rénovation pour Bertrand Gambier Concepteur Rouen

JLDecorr

Conception 3D pour Bertrand Gambier concepteur et installateur sur la région Rouennaise, dans le cadre d'une rénovation d'appartement.

Un nouvel appartement

Les Rénovations Lamblin

Princeton Transitional

River Woodcraft

Elegant Carriage House Kitchen Remodel

Neil Kelly Company

Inside this 1800s carriage house in Gresham, Oregon, an elegant, newly remodeled kitchen gleams. The U-shaped surround has stately white cabinets with knurled brass hardware and both white quartz and walnut butcher block counter tops. Upper cabinets combine recessed-panel, glass-panel and open shelving.

Blackwood Park

Claridge Construction

Park Place Kitchen Renovation

H. Bero Interiors

Jon and Moch Photography

Glendevon Grey Gloss Kitchen

Howdens

A high gloss soft grey slab door. Add tower units for a practical solution for your storage.

Classic Shaker Kitchen

John Lewis of Hungerford

Finished in 2 colours using John Lewis of Hungerford’s own range of award-winning paint. The cabinets are finished in ‘Easy White’ with the island in ‘Birch’. Using a contrasting colour for the island really enhances the aesthetics, and in this case, serves to create a modern feel. The island makes a really stunning addition to the kitchen and is topped with an elegant granite, ‘Bianco Eclipse’ worktop. The same stone is used as spashback behind the hob and creates an eye-catching feature wall.

Fairfield Ct HIstoric Home

Northstar Building LLC

Elegant Carriage House Kitchen Remodel

Neil Kelly Company

Through the charming original architecture of this 1800s carriage house in Gresham, Oregon, an elegant, newly remodeled kitchen gleams. The U-shaped surround has stately white cabinets with knurled brass hardware and both white quartz and walnut butcher block counter tops. Upper cabinets combine recessed-panel, glass-panel and open shelving.

Contemporary Kitchen

Plantation New Construction

YOLO Interiors

White custom wood kitchen with shaker doors, a navy blue island. Hardware is brushed gold handles. A custom powder coated aluminum hood with stainless steel trim with gold rivets. Countertops are white quartz.

Kitchen with Wood Benchtops and Marble 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!