Galley Kitchen in a stained cherry, with shaker or mission style doors and drawers creates a clean, crisp, and elegant look. Backwoods Designs LLC

Washington DC Kitchen and Bath Renovation

Four Brothers Design + Build

Brady Lane Remodel Addition

Webber + Studio, Architects

Andrea Calo

Cormorant Cove

WillowRidge Construction

Timeless Modern Kitchen

Woodways

The tall cabinetry to the right utilizes sliding doors to reveal corner storage space. This is Woodawys' unique solution to the typical angled cabinet or lazy susan. By using sliding doors, we can maximize visibility into the cabinet as well as keep a sleek contemporary design aesthetic.

Mid-Century Ranch Kitchen Renovation Before and After

Karen @into my window

The kitchen is much more functional with a long stretch of counter space and open shelving making better use of the limited space. Most of the cabinets are the same width and are flat panel to help the kitchen feel more open and modern. The size and shape of the Ohio-made glazed hand mold tile nods to the mid-century brick fireplace wall in the living space.

Hudson Woods

Allegheny Mountain Hardwood Flooring

www.hudsonwoods.com This is a great project from Lang Architect in the Catskill Mountains of NY. Each home is this development uses materials which are design-conscious to the local community & environment, which is why they found us. They used lumber & flooring from Hickman Lumber & Allegheny Mountain Hardwood Flooring for all the hardwood aspects of the home - walls, ceiling, doors, & floors. R&Q natural white oak. 3" & 4". Various Widths and lengths. Turned out Beautifully!

Technology in the Kitchen - Santa Cruz Beach House

Urbana Design Studio

Angled power strips with an iPad holder and USB connector

A place to cook

User

A lovely country kitchen in a restored farmhouse in South Devon. Photo Styling Jan Cadle, Colin Cadle Photography

Moore Log Home Remodel

Dunamis Interiors Inc.

Gina Carlson

Rora Rustic

Rocky Mountain Homes/Rocky Mountain Log Homes

Mela Light Walnut

BKT LOFT Italian Kitchen Cabinets in San Diego

MELA is available in the WHITE, LIGHT OAK, LIGHT WALNUT, BROWN, EGGPLANT, GREY OAK, RED, LARIX, BUTTER, COFFEE and CREAM versions. A young kitchen in performing, suitable even for the most demanding clientele for it was created to solve any problems in use and composition. There are various functional wall hung Accessories and internal equipment. A wide range of tables and chairs is also available to personalised your own kitchen.

Traditional Maple Kitchen with Black Glaze

Counter Dimensions

This dated kitchen got a major remodel. The new kitchen features traditional maple cabinets with a black glaze. The granite counter tops and new back splash finish off the updated elegant feel. Special features such as the pull out spice rack and mixer stand add to a custom feel.

Sheridan Kitchen

Jeannette Architects

Complete transformation of a kitchen remodeled in the '70's from new windows to new floors, cabinets, countertops, backsplash, added wood beams to the ceiling and lighting. Architect: Jeff Jeannette - Jeannette Architects, Long Beach CA. Owner selected finishes.

Quarter sawn white oak kitchen.

Susan Brook Interiors

The clients called me in to help with finishing details on their kitchen remodel. They had already decided to do a lot of the work themselves and also decided on a cabinet company. I came into the project early enough to see a better layout to the original kitchen, then i was able to give my clients better options to choose from on the flow and aesthetics of the space. They already had an existing island but no sink, the refrigerator was an awkward walk away from the work space. We panned with everything moving and a much better flow was created, more storage than needed..that's always a good problem to have! Multiple storage drawers under the range, roll out trash, appliance garage for the coffee maker and much more. This was my first time working with non custom cabinets, it turned out wonderful with all the bells and whistles a dream kitchen should have.

Asian Inspired Modern Kitchen Renovation

Koch Architects

Appartement G - Annecy

Atelier Rémi Giffon

Amber Cherry Tuscany Kitchen

Spotlight Design Center

Dover Vista

Jack 'N Tool Box, Inc.

Jim Bartsch Photography

Harvard Kitchen #3

Inspired Design of Harvard, MA

Ellen Harasimowicz Photography

Mid-sized Kitchen with Medium Wood 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!