This little cottage was transformed into this dramatic Mediterranean Villa by the sea. We added an additional 55 square feet of living space to this kitchen/dining room areas and we opened up the wall that leads into the living room transforming the living space into a functional beautiful space that includes a Chef's kitchen with pantry and island area, custom booth seating and storage.

Double Island Kitchen

Fratantoni Interior Designers

The French Chateau kitchen features double islands with pendant lighting. The white kitchen cabinets, pendant lighting, exposed beams, and marble countertops add to the French design. A brick tray ceiling adds depth and detail.

Casa Primorosa

Nicodemus Design

View of the Kitchen

San Juan Spanish Revival

Concept Design, Inc.

This open professional kitchen is for a chef who enjoys sharing the duties.

Rancho Santa Fe Coastal Design and Renovation

Spaces Renewed

This gourmet chef’s kitchen uses Pro Style GE Monogram appliances; Double ovens, oversized built in refrigeration, a 48” pro gas range top, and sleek and concealed microwave. A farmhouse sink, a prep sink, and pot filler create ample opportunities for cooking and cleaning up together with family and friends. The white perimeter cabinets are contrasted with a grey color at the large island and custom wood hood. The shape of the island allows for diner to face each other for great conversations over great meals. The black and brass orb pendants offer a fun contrast and a visually interesting design feature. White and grey quartz counters give the look of marble without any of the maintenance. Artisan style ceramic grey hi gloss backsplash tile adds a layer of hand made appeal and allow light to bounce off from various angles and facets.

Modern Spanish Revival

Photo by John Merkl

Interior Selections Austin

Twist Tour

Santaluz 36

CHPT Construction

Tangletown Mediterranean Villa

David Heide Design Studio

Architecture & Interior Design: David Heide Design Studio Photo: Susan Gilmore Photography

Spanish Remodel in Pasadena

Denise Bosley Interiors

Plano | Normandy Estates | Kitchen & Butler Cabinets (Partner)

Kitchen Design Concepts

The builder we partnered with for this beauty original wanted to use his cabinet person (who builds and finishes on site) but the clients advocated for manufactured cabinets - and we agree with them! These homeowners were just wonderful to work with and wanted materials that were a little more "out of the box" than the standard "white kitchen" you see popping up everywhere today - and their dog, who came along to every meeting, agreed to something with longevity, and a good warranty! The cabinets are from WW Woods, their Eclipse (Frameless, Full Access) line in the Aspen door style - a shaker with a little detail. The perimeter kitchen and scullery cabinets are a Poplar wood with their Seagull stain finish, and the kitchen island is a Maple wood with their Soft White paint finish. The space itself was a little small, and they loved the cabinetry material, so we even paneled their built in refrigeration units to make the kitchen feel a little bigger. And the open shelving in the scullery acts as the perfect go-to pantry, without having to go through a ton of doors - it's just behind the hood wall!

Portfolio: Mediterranean Estate Home, 10,000 s.f., Building design & Details

Susan Berry Design, Inc.

TUSCAN KITCHEN WITH 2 ISLANDS: Mediterranean style estate home residential building design, interior architectural detailing, archways, lighting, ceilings, wrought iron, floors and specs by Susan P. Berry of Classical Home Design, Inc. Living Room and stairs with simplified details. Furniture by staging company. Wrought iron stair. Stone columns. Sold as a spec home, so some details are simplified from the rendering. McNally Homes

Portsmouth Residence

Studio MAS Creative

Moroccan inspired mosaic backsplash in the kitchen with new quartz countertops, new sink.

High Ceiling Kitchen

Fratantoni Interior Designers

Custom metal kitchen hood surrounded by beautiful cream backsplash tile. Accompanied by a custom made detailed island and custom wood & marble countertop.

Kitchen

O’Hara Interiors

Martha O'Hara Interiors, Furnishings & Photo Styling | Detail Design + Build, Builder | Charlie & Co. Design, Architect | Corey Gaffer, Photography | Please Note: All “related,” “similar,” and “sponsored” products tagged or listed by Houzz are not actual products pictured. They have not been approved by Martha O’Hara Interiors nor any of the professionals credited. For information about our work, please contact design@oharainteriors.com.

Spanish Revival

JRP Design & Remodel

The Abington inset door-style from Dewils Cabinetry creates the perfect backdrop for this modern take on Spanish-Revival. Two-tone cabinetry – Just White and Caffe on Cherry – paired with furniture-like posts, give just enough detail to allow for visual interest without distracting from other details like the Mission Tile West Revival tile in Count Basie Blue or the Pottery Barn pendants with Edison bulbs. Caesarstone countertops in Calacatta Nuvo and Arto Brick hexagon floor tile along with the Stone Impressions tile mural and tin ceilings provide the classic touches and richness a Spanish-inspired kitchen needs while remaining sophisticated and elegant with a muted Dunn Edwards Swiss Coffee paint.

Fort Worth Magazine Dream Home: Kitchen

Wesley-Wayne Interiors, LLC

Design by Wesley-Wayne Interiors in Dallas, TX This open kitchen and breakfast area is a perfect place for gatherings. Lots of seating is also ideal!

Kitchens

KN Remodeling

Spanish Charm

Larissa Hicks- S&W Kitchens, Inc.

Mediterranean Kitchen with Quartzite Benchtops 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 Mediterranean 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!