This 400 s.f. studio apartment in NYC’s Greenwich Village serves as a pied-a-terre for clients whose primary residence is on the West Coast. Although the clients do not reside here full-time, this tiny space accommodates all the creature comforts of home. Bleached hardwood floors, crisp white walls, and high ceilings are the backdrop to a custom blackened steel and glass partition, layered with raw silk sheer draperies, to create a private sleeping area, replete with custom built-in closets. Simple headboard and crisp linens are balanced with a lightly-metallic glazed duvet and a vintage textile pillow. The living space boasts a custom Belgian linen sectional sofa that pulls out into a full-size bed for the couple’s young children who sometimes accompany them. Efficient and inexpensive dining furniture sits comfortably in the main living space and lends clean, Scandinavian functionality for sharing meals. The sculptural handrafted metal ceiling mobile offsets the architecture’s clean lines, defining the space while accentuating the tall ceilings. The kitchenette combines custom cool grey lacquered cabinets with brass fittings, white beveled subway tile, and a warm brushed brass backsplash; an antique Boucherouite runner and textural woven stools that pull up to the kitchen’s coffee counter puntuate the clean palette with warmth and the human scale. The under-counter freezer and refrigerator, along with the 18” dishwasher, are all panelled to match the cabinets, and open shelving to the ceiling maximizes the feeling of the space’s volume. The entry closet doubles as home for a combination washer/dryer unit. The custom bathroom vanity, with open brass legs sitting against floor-to-ceiling marble subway tile, boasts a honed gray marble countertop, with an undermount sink offset to maximize precious counter space and highlight a pendant light. A tall narrow cabinet combines closed and open storage, and a recessed mirrored medicine cabinet conceals additional necessaries. The stand-up shower is kept minimal, with simple white beveled subway tile and frameless glass doors, and is large enough to host a teak and stainless bench for comfort; black sink and bath fittings ground the otherwise light palette. What had been a generic studio apartment became a rich landscape for living.

Modern Kitchen with Reclaimed Wood Walls and Floors

Hartert-Russell

NEAT Kitchens

NEAT Method Charleston

Camberwell New Road

The Space Affair

Stunning country-style kitchen; walls, and ceiling in polished concrete (micro-cement) - jasmine and dark green

10 Mulgoa St. Brighton

STUDIOMINT Architecture & Interiors

French provincial kitchen detailing the mix of lighting, hardware benchtop, granite, and integrate appliances.

Davy House

Creative Arch

Internally, the high raking ceilings create a light-filled space, and louver windows allow fresh air to flow through the home. Photography by Jim Janse

Kid's club-Marbella club

Silvia Paredes Photographer

Silvia Paredes

Deephaven, MN – Cottage completed in 2009

Erotas Custom Building

Quaint painted kitchen with open shelving Cozy and adorable Guest Cottage. Architectural Designer: Peter MacDonald of Peter Stafford MacDonald and Company Interior Designer: Jeremy Wunderlich (of Hanson Nobles Wunderlich)

Modern Kitchen, Media

Osborne Construction

GC: Osborne Construction Architect: C2 Architecture Design: Kole Made. Custom Woodwork + Cabinetry: Loubier Design. http://www.kolemade.com/ http://www.c2-architecture.com/ http://kirk-loubier.squarespace.com/ Photo Credit: http://www.samoberter.com/

Single Family Residential | The Art of Décor

Redkorp Inc - Design & Construction

Art can completely transform any space and enhance it's natural Rustic beauty. Every element in this project was influenced by an artistic point of view. Attention to details brings a synergy to the overall project. Complete remodel | lot: 4,060 Sq. Ft | Home 1100-1200 sqft. Hedged and gated, charming authentic 1924 Spanish in the Melrose District. Private front and back yard, rooms open to yard through French doors. High covered ceilings, refinished hardwood floors, formal dining room, eat in kitchen, central ac, low maintenance drought tolerant landscaping, one car garage with new electric door, and driveway.

Sullivans Island Seaside Retreat - Kitchen Open Shelving

Beau Clowney Architects

Photo Credit: Julia Lynn

Beech Hanger

Tina Moizer Designs

White & Green Hybrid Farmhouse Kitchen with Green Island

Caves Kitchens

This island was custom built by our Caves Millwork Cabinetry Brand to perfectly fit the homeowner's desires. We distressed the wooden countertop and edges of cabinetry to fit with the country theme of the space. -Allison Caves, CKD Caves Kitchens

Classic Portland Condo

Duncan McRoberts Associates, LLC

An enriched classical setting for a broad décor of beautiful textiles, eclectic furnishings, re-claimed lighting and collections of porcelains, paintings & prints...photography by Laurie Black.

Northbridge Renovation

Braeside Building & Joinery

Kitchen and Servery.

Foothills Estancia

Lee Shaw Architecture, LLC

Butler pantry with Monterey style custom cabinetry, concrete counter top, , stainless steel appliances, wine refrigerator, porcelain apron farm sink, smooth plaster walls, peeled log (viga) ceiling, concrete tile floor. Photo by Velen Chan

Okauchee Lake Dutch Colonial

Miller Marriott Construction Co. LLC

Lincoln Park In Color

User

Urban beach home

Egue y Seta

White Kitchen Designs 2017

Interior Pros - Design Studio

L-shaped Kitchen with Open Cabinets 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!