Upstairs view of the new open floor plan kitchen.

Traditional Brown Kitchen in Holbrook, NY.

WL Kitchen & Home

Custom hand carved kitchen. Brown wood color, hand carved details. Custom hood, ceiling, cabinets and island.

1920s Kitchen Remodel

Erica Islas / EMI Interior Design, Inc.

Vasco Residence

Tamley Architectural Design

Mark Schwartz

Meridaarquitectos Sirena

Merida Arquitectos

New Kitchen with old elements and characters of Yucatan Architecture. Traditional Chimney

Chestertown

Details and Design

Tommy Sheldon

Northridge kitchen and 2 bathrooms project

Eden Builders

Mediterranean Kitchen

Sacramento Modern Marrakesh Kitchen

Nar Design Group

This petite kitchen was previously closed off from the dining and living room. The compact size of the kitchen made it difficult for the client to host their large family gatherings. With the new design, the spaces were joined by removing the wall between the kitchen and dining room. The space of the kitchen was optimized by recessing items into adjacent walls. The refrigerator was recessed into the wall of the adjacent garage. The ovens, pantry, and appliance garage were recessed into the wall, borrowing a few square feet from the bedroom closet and living room. The finishes throughout the kitchen celebrate the clients love of travel and collection of keepsakes from around the world. The mosaic printed tiles on the backsplash and refrigerator wrap bring an eclectic mix of encaustic tile designs from around the world. Contractor: Bradley Builders Photo Credit: Fred Donham of PhotographerLink

RHOC Interior Design, Kitchen & Gardens | Coto de Caza, CA

Leanne Michael L U X E lifestyle design

Spanish Mediterranean with subtle Moroccan glazed clay tile influences, custom cabinetry and subzero custom fridge panels in a creamy white and gold hand faux finish with quartz counter tops in Taupe grey, brushed gold hardware and faux succulent arrangements. The island was designed in double length as one side is for much needed enclosed storage and the other is for open barstool seating designed to resemble an antique refectory table and then topped with stunning calacata macchia vecchia marble and three impressive custom solid hand forged iron & glass lantern light fixtures sparkling from above. Wolf Range Subzero Miele Coffee Machine Waterstone Faucets

Mediterranean Modern

Cheryl Weckesser Design

A view from the island end provides a linear perspective of the custom coffer ceiling design with elegantly placed modern pendants in gold and black.

PISO PILOTO SEALINE, SALSA

Pili Molina | Masfotogenica Interiorismo

Indigo

Joseph Rodrigues Interiors

1930's Monterey Colonial Revival kitchen remodel in Glendale, CA

MDB Design Group

The adjacent breakfast room received the same blue-gray paint on the walls and white trim. We kept the original ceiling light. All the existing metal casement windows were stripped and painted white. The old linoleum flooring was replaced by oak floors stained to match the original oak floors in the rest of the house. Mary Broerman, CCIDC

Pasadena Kitchen

LA Dwelling Inc

Corinne Cobabe

RHOC Interior Design, Kitchen & Gardens | Coto de Caza, CA

Leanne Michael L U X E lifestyle design

Tierrasanta Spanish Inspired

Your Nest By Design, Robin Kelley

Custom hand-painted Terra-cotta backsplash tile. Custom fabricated hood. Omega Cabinetry.

Sensational San Juan Sanctuary

Transitions Designs

Changing the layout and relocating the refrigerator allows larger more functional prep areas. By doubling the size of the window over the sink size plus adding plenty of energy efficient recessed lights, pendant lights and under cabinet lighting, the space is brighter, safer & more pleasant. The creamy white finish on perimeter custom cabinets keep the space light & bright, while the large island cabinets are gorgeous walnut wood with plenty of specialty storage right where it’s needed—spice pullouts flank the custom cooktop, utensil storage, pots and pans are all within easy reach. The island also provides seating for meals and homework. Cambria quartz counters are stunning and durable with flecks of copper to catch the light. All new appliances, great finishes, Santa Barbara styling, ceiling beams, iron light fixtures, specialty storage, and a built in base mixer shelf are a few of the design touches that give this family the kitchen of their dreams. Photos:Jeri Koegel

Mediterranean Kitchen with Quartz 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!