Peter Christiansen Valli

We transformed a 1920s French Provincial-style home to accommodate a family of five with guest quarters. The family frequently entertains and loves to cook. This, along with their extensive modern art collection and Scandinavian aesthetic informed the clean, lively palette.

Typhoon Bordeaux Granite Countertop

Stoneshop

Traditional kitchen featuring Typhoon Bordeaux granite countertops with an eased edge. The backsplash is a white 3" x 6" beveled subway tile with 3" x 3" beveled decorative inserts.

Kaiser (Cabico) Zelmar Kitchen Remodel

Zelmar Kitchen Designs & More, LLC

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Snug Harbor: Rustic Flair with a Water View

Hebert Design Build

Here's a close-up shot of the center island in the kitchen. Check out the storage and easy access to the wine! Photo by Daniel Gagnon Photography.

Contemporary Red Kitchen

Schrapper's Fine Cabinetry, Inc.

Lost Creek Cabin

Dynia Architects

Within a spectacular landscape at the edge the forest and the Snake River plain, the design of this residence is governed by the presence of the mountains. A single glass wall unifies all rooms as part of, or opening onto, this view. This unification of interior/exterior exhibits the modern notion of interior space as a continuum of universal space. The culture of this house is its simple layout and its connection to the context through literal transparency, but also a nod to the timelessness of the mountain geology. The contrast of materials defines the interior character. Durable, clapboard formed concrete extends inside under a ceiling of lapped alder wood panels that extend over the entry carport and generous overhang. A sliding mahogany wall activates to separate the master suite from public spaces. A.I.A. Wyoming Chapter Design Award of Merit 2011 A.I.A. Western Mountain Region Design Award of Merit 2010

Brooklyn Victorian Revived

aMortonDesign

Antique cabinet pulls of four varieties found by the client.

Palace Court, Kitchen

Roselind Wilson Design

The contemporary kitchen features modern appliances cased in a sleek, red gloss. The kitchen provides a great amount of space with several cabinets for storage. The island features a practical, built-in oven for easy use. The heavy red is offset by clean, white counter tops and a white dining table and broad wooden doors. Photography by Daniel Swallow.

St. Louis Kitchen Remodel

Mosby Building Arts

A 1970s kitchen transforms into 21st century fabulous! By removing a door, there's room for a granite-topped kitchen island, and yards of Wellborn cabinetry, artfully hidden appliances (like a dishwasher and warming drawers), artistic backsplashes and a swan-shaped faucet. A base cabinet gracefully curves into an adjacent room that serves as a drop zone from the garage, a mud room from the backyard, plus laundry. Photo by Toby Weiss for MBA

Kitchen renovation includes walnut island & hood

Greenbrook Design Center

Guthmann Construction Walker Woodworking Cabinets Tommy Berry Photography

In-Island Warming Drawer and Dishwasher in Glen Mills PA

MacLaren Kitchen and Bath

Design, Fabrication, Install and Photography by MacLaren Kitchen and Bath Designer: Michele Hennessy Cabinetry: Waypoint Cabinetry, all plywood construction with cushion close drawers and doors. Countertops: Island and Dry Bar in Tropical Brown Granite with a Half-Roundover Edge, Perimeter in Leathered Angola Black Granite with an Eased Edge

John F. Heltzel AIA, PC Architects

Greg Hadley Photography

560 State Street

Spartan Renovations

Modern, Full Overlay, Cherry Kitchen

J&L Home Center, LLC.

Pop-up outlets (in the down position)

User

Universal Design in a sleek, new Poggenpohl kitchen. Many features of Universal Design are not obvious to the eye but definitely noticeable to the user, and in a very good way. These features make the kitchen friendly for most people to use whether it be the owner, the family or guests. The island contains two pop-up outlets which tuck away neatly when not in use. Cabinetry: Poggenpohl, Counters: Black Beauty, Fixtures: Grohe and Blanco, Flooring: Porcelain Wood, Appliances: Thermador, GE Monogram, Bosch, U-Line and Fisher-Paykel, Designer: Michelle Turner, UDCP and Brian Rigney, Builder: BY DESIGN Builders

Contemporary Orange Kitchen

Maraya Interior Design

Modern Home Interiors and Exteriors, featuring clean lines, textures, colors and simple design with floor to ceiling windows. Hardwood, slate, and porcelain floors, all natural materials that give a sense of warmth throughout the spaces. Some homes have steel exposed beams and monolith concrete and galvanized steel walls to give a sense of weight and coolness in these very hot, sunny Southern California locations. Kitchens feature built in appliances, and glass backsplashes. Living rooms have contemporary style fireplaces and custom upholstery for the most comfort. Bedroom headboards are upholstered, with most master bedrooms having modern wall fireplaces surounded by large porcelain tiles. Project Locations: Ojai, Santa Barbara, Westlake, California. Projects designed by Maraya Interior Design. From their beautiful resort town of Ojai, they serve clients in Montecito, Hope Ranch, Malibu, Westlake and Calabasas, across the tri-county areas of Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles, south to Hidden Hills- north through Solvang and more. Black Caesarstone tops this orange painted island. The upper cabinets are light stained oak, the lowers painted a glossy orange. Metal mosaic tile backsplash Andrew Stasse, contractor, Fred Rothenberg,photographer,

Pacific Heights Penthouse and Exterior Remodel

Studio S Squared Architecture, Inc.

Red Kitchen with an Undermount Sink 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!