The homeowners opened the wall at the beginning of the old kitchen. It opened the entire house up. You can now see into the dining room and from the front door you can see most of the common spaces. Photographs by: Libbie Martin with Think Role

Craftsman Style Kitchen

East Coast Construction & Contracting Services

Antique Wood used for Mantel Above Stove. Cultured Stone Around Stove Area. Cabinets Slightly Distressed with a Black Glaze to give a Beautiful Finish.

Contemporary Dry Bar

Cabinet Innovations

Dry bar area featuring all Brookhaven cabinets. All cabinets feature the Vista door style with a Bistro finish on Cherry. Wall cabinets are framed and have a 1" square edge wood panel with recessed bottoms for under cabinet lights. Under-counter wine storage featuring Sub-Zero appliances. All cabinets are finished off with large brushed nickel pulls. Granite countertops to match the kitchen. Cabinet Designer: Mary Calvin and Nicki Kana with Cabinet Innovations

Wiser Lake Remodel

CLT Design/Build Inc.

Monument, CO

Complete Kitchens

Showplace Cabinetry- Rustic Alder cabinets in the Tawny Matte finish. Raised Panel- Chesapeake

Grand Lake Getaway

Alpine Lumber

Builder | Thin Air Construction Electrical Contractor- Shadow Mtn. Electric Photography | Jon Kohlwey Designer | Tara Bender Starmark Cabinetry

Woodland Custom Home

Cabinetry by Cales, Inc.

Woodland Cabinetry Rustic Kitchen

Modern Makeover on the Mississippi

Crystal Kitchen + Bath

A newly retired couple had purchased their 1989 home because it offered everything they needed on one level. He loved that the house was right on the Mississippi River with access for docking a boat. She loved that there was two bedrooms on the Main Level, so when the grandkids came to stay, they had their own room. The dark, traditional style kitchen with wallpaper and coffered ceiling felt closed off from the adjacent Dining Room and Family Room. Although the island was large, there was no place for seating. We removed the peninsula and reconfigured the kitchen to create a more functional layout that includes 9-feet of 18-inch deep pantry cabinets The new island has seating for four and is orientated to the window that overlooks the back yard and river. Flat-paneled cabinets in a combination of horizontal wood and semi-gloss white paint add to the modern, updated look. A large format tile (24” x 24”) runs throughout the kitchen and into the adjacent rooms for a continuous, monolithic look.

Reclaimed Chestnut Custom Cabinetry

T. Scholl Fine Woodworks

Condo Kitchen Update

Mosby Building Arts

The beauty of a pull-and-replace remodel is that it's like a facelift for your kitchen! This update includes all new maple cabinets with a Nutmeg stained finish, Armstrong, Alterna vinyl flooring with Driftwood grout, a SileStone countertop in Tigris Sand and a Laufen Monte Bellow ceramic tile backsplash in Taupe, with 3" accent pieces for a decorative band. This kitchen overlooks a refreshed breakfast room and connects to the garage via a new mudroom. Photo by Toby Weiss for Mosby Building Arts.

Spanish Colonial Grand Kitchen

Tracy Berman Interiors

With this kitchen remodel we were able to highlight the Spanish Mediterranean style of the home. The tall transom pantry cabinets that almost touch the beams elevate your eyes and transform the space. In the back, the handmade mosaic backsplash although very intricate remains muted to accentuate the featured stone hood. The kitchen is equipped with high-end appliances and water stone plumping fixtures. For our countertop, we have selected marble in a perfect blend of colors that coordinate with this two-toned kitchen.

1880s Victorian Farmhouse Kitchen - Before and After

Create Good Sinks

Create Good Sinks' 46" workstation sink (5LS46c) with two "Ardell" faucets from our own collection. This 16 gauge stainless steel undermount sink replaced the dinky drop-in prep sink that was in the island originally. The oversized, single basin sink with two tiers lets you slide cutting boards and other accessories along the length of the sink. Seen here with several accessories to make the perfect party bar and snack station. Midnight Corvo matte black quartz counters.

Custom Kitchens

FSG Tileworx

Imported Italian kitchen cabinets and marble surround and custom cement flooring

Midcentury Modern Home Addition

Normandy Remodeling

The homeowner's preference for mid century modern influenced this design. Additionally, to accommodate their entertaining needs the space is open-concept, with a large island and high-end appliances.

Kitchen (39), Ambler, PA

Danken Corp.

Showroom

Solea Kitchens

Tumbled Stone 1 x 2 Mosaic

Kitchens and Baths by Cardigan

Kitchens and Baths by Cardigan 1 x 3 Dessert Tile Backsplash

Walnut Spice Drawer

Cabinet Innovations

Half spice drawer, perfect to organize spices and other kitchen necessities. Walnut interior finish drawers. Island cabinets feature the Vanguard Plus door style on Rough Sawn Euro Oak with the Foundry finish. Countertops by Neolith with a Perla finish.

Tuscan Towne Lake Showcase

Wyrick Residential Design

Kitchen with U shape island

Layout Etc, Inc.

Modern kitchen with mainly walnut veneer and flip up painted glass doors (over window)

Large Kitchen with Brown 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!