Grade II listed Islington Georgian Townhouse

Basement Georgian kitchen with black limestone, yellow shaker cabinets and open and freestanding kitchen island. War and cherry marble, midcentury accents, leading onto a dining room.

DIY Network’s Blog Cabin Kitchen

Mercury Mosaics and Tile

This Florida Gulf home is a project by DIY Network where they asked viewers to design a home and then they built it! Talk about giving a consumer what they want! We were fortunate enough to have been picked to tile the kitchen--and our tile is everywhere! Using tile from countertop to ceiling is a great way to make a dramatic statement. But it's not the only dramatic statement--our monochromatic Moroccan Fish Scale tile provides a perfect, neutral backdrop to the bright pops of color throughout the kitchen. That gorgeous kitchen island is recycled copper from ships! Overall, this is one kitchen we wouldn't mind having for ourselves. Large Moroccan Fish Scale Tile - 130 White Photos by: Christopher Shane

Patchogue by the Sea

Consumers Kitchens & Baths

This Maple kitchen was designed with Starmark Inset cabinets in the Dewitt door style with a White Tinted Varnish finish and a Cambria Montgomery countertop.

West Chop

D.Best Construction, Inc.

Contemporary kitchen, Granite countertops, island, renovation, vaulted ceiling, cathedral ceiling, window above sink

The Yellow Cabinet Kitchen and Mudroom

Fraley and Company

A wide shot, showing just how much storage is gained with a pull out pantry. Items are covered and out of the way, but easily accessible from both sides of the cabinet. Fewer lost cans! Photos by Aaron Ziltener

Silverleaf Home 10

Sonora West Development, Inc.

Christopher Vialpando, http://chrisvialpando.com

Wallingford

Boffe Design

English Country Elegant Kitchen New York

Kuche+Cucina

Island Conversion

Susan Clouse Interior Solutions

Remove a peninsula and add a center island

Irvington Kitchen

Howells Architecture + Design

This kitchen and breakfast room was inspired by the owners' Scandinavian heritage, as well as by a café they love in Europe. Bookshelves in the kitchen and breakfast room make for easy lingering over a snack and a book. The Heath Ceramics tile backsplash also subtly celebrates the author owner and her love of literature: the tile pattern echoes the spines of books on a bookshelf...All photos by Laurie Black.

Old Towne Orange Kitchen Remodel

Le Gourmet Kitchen Ltd.

Jonathan Salmon, the designer, raised the wall between the laundry room and kitchen, creating an open floor plan with ample space on three walls for cabinets and appliances. He widened the entry to the dining room to improve sightlines and flow. Rebuilding a glass block exterior wall made way for rep production Windows and a focal point cooking station A custom-built island provides storage, breakfast bar seating, and surface for food prep and buffet service. The fittings finishes and fixtures are in tune with the homes 1907. architecture, including soapstone counter tops and custom painted schoolhouse lighting. It's the yellow painted shaker style cabinets that steal the show, offering a colorful take on the vintage inspired design and a welcoming setting for everyday get to gathers.. Pradhan Studios Photography

Seattle Ravenna Kitchen

Blue Sound Construction, Inc.

This Seattle remodel in the Ravenna neighborhood makes the most of its narrow, compact shape, with a vaulted ceiling filled with natural light, loads of indoor-outdoor connection, and ample workspace. Low-voc paints from Green Depot were utilized along with other sustainable products. The home perfectly embodies the family's nature-loving disposition. Photos: Vista Estate Imaging

Martin Lane

BKC Kitchen and Bath

Bright and beautiful, this Cherry Hills Village kitchen remodel features two shades of Mid Continent cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and leathered granite countertops. Perimeter cabinetry: Mid Continent, Adams door style, Buttercream Paint on Maple with a Chocolate Glaze. Island and Wet Bar cabinetry: Mid Continent, Cottage door style, Celadon Paint on Maple with a Chocolate Glaze. Countertops: Leathered Verde Butterfly granite Design by: Paul Lintault, in partnership with Ascent Contracting

Silverleaf Home 10

Sonora West Development, Inc.

Christopher Vialpando, http://chrisvialpando.com

A Traditional Farmhouse Kitchen

Dovetail Workers in Wood ltd

Sarah K's Kitchen Remodel

Bora&Co Construction

French Country Kitchen in Ardmore

Kitchen Technology

The colorful handpainted Mexican backsplash tiles bring this entire kitchen together! Pale yellow cabinets with deep blue quartz counters create a contemporary French Country look.

Sunny Yellow Kitchen

Fireclay Tile

DESIGN: Hatch Works Austin // PHOTOS: Robert Gomez Photography

Cabinets of the Desert - Organic Modern - View 2

Cabinets of the Desert

Second view of the organic modern kitchen.

French Country Cottage Meets Uptown Expectations

Bryce and Doyle Craftsmanship

Rich

Kitchen with Yellow Cabinets and Ceramic 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!