A large island with seating sets the scene for this extensive kitchen.

Island Cottage

Debra Nitsche LLC

Pattie O'Loughlin Marmon, A Real [Estate] Girl Friday

French Country Kitchen

Michael Tall Custom Homes Inc

French country Kitchen with french blue island

Custom dog food area

Covenant Kitchens & Baths, Inc.

Great shot of these custom dog food bowls integrated into this kitchen designed and installed by Covenant Kitchens and Baths

Cliff Drive Kitchen

ALTER Design Studio

3809 12th Ct S

Tommy Daspit Photographer

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

RIKB Design Build

Wine colored cabinets on the opposite side of this kitchen remodel.

Pound Hill Lane Kitchen Remodel

ReVision Design/Remodeling

Kitchen Design Ideas

Allen Construction

Photo by: Jim Bartsch

Webster Groves - Traditional Addition & Remodel

FORNEY + architecture, LLC

Addition & remodel project - kitchen remodel and first floor master suite and wrap around porch addition. Project created in collaboration with Mike Stevens. General Contractor: Furdek Construction.

Surfside Kitchen

Thyme & Place Design LLC

This beautiful and inviting retreat compliments the adjacent rooms creating a total home environment for entertaining, relaxing and recharging. Soft off white painted cabinets are topped with Taj Mahal quartzite counter tops and finished with matte off white subway tiles. A custom marble insert was placed under the hood for a pop of color for the cook. Strong geometric patterns of the doors and drawers create a soothing and rhythmic pattern for the eye. Balance and harmony are achieved with symmetric design details and patterns. Soft brass accented pendants light up the peninsula and seating area. The open shelf section provides a colorful display of the client's beautiful collection of decorative glass and ceramics.

Cornwall Contemporary (Custom Home)

Moceri Construction

Armstrong-Rustic Hardwood

BK Floors To Go

Stunning Contemporary Mountain Home

Wells Design

A Gorgeous Midcentury IKEA kitchen

INSPIRED KITCHEN DESIGN

It was a fairly small footprint and we didn’t have the budget to move anything around, meaning the sink and appliance locations needed to remain. It made the design limiting but once it was all done we absolutely loved it. Another challenge was making the small space bright. With the white upper cabinets, white tile and countertops, and recessed lighting, the whole space ended up much brighter than we expected.

Allaseba Residence

Hsu McCullough

Kitchen with wood countertop island and waterfall peninsula countertop in Caesarstone beyond. Pops of color in the cabinetry back, furniture, red brick fireplace back and metal siding beyond. Many views with door access to layers of the back yard and raised deck. Photo by Clark Dugger

Mimosa Dr.

Distinctive Designs Inc. Kitchen & Baths

Beth Johnson BSTILLPHOTOGRAPHY

Yellow Basement Kitchen in London

Timothy James Interiors

KITCHEN DESIGN – TIMOTHY JAMES INTERIORS We offer a full kitchen design service to our residential clients. Many of the interior design projects we work on include a new kitchen, and it is often the centrepiece of the home. Taking your unique requirements into account, we design kitchens that function perfectly for you and your family – and of course, look fabulous! Some of the kitchens we design are custom-made by our expert joiners and specialists. We can also work alongside your own chosen kitchen company, should you have one already appointed for your project. Alternatively, some of our projects involve decorating and furnishing houses around an existing kitchen. Any of these setups can work equally well in its own way. The kitchens we design are meticulously planned, ensuring they are laid out in the most stylish and functional way possible. We take a detailed brief of your requirements so that your kitchen is designed around your lifestyle, giving you a space that is fully optimised for cooking, storage and entertaining. Our kitchens are carefully designed in keeping with your property and the overall aesthetic of the project. As with all our designs we take great pride in creating kitchens that enhance your home in every way possible, adding value as an investment and in day to day use. Our kitchen designs are presented through photo-realistic 3D visuals, floor plans and sample boards containing all of our chosen finishes and fixtures. This is given to you for approval along with the rest of your interior design package. We provide a full technical drawing package as required, which can be given to our skilled craftsmen for fabrication. Throughout the specification and construction stages we coordinate everything to ensure it’s a smooth process for all, and everything is carried out in line with our designs.

Kitchen with Yellow Splashback and Medium Hardwood 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!