Timber Frame Home in Sequatchie Valley, Tennessee

Smooth-planed white oak timbers serve well to embolden this quaint modern kitchen while adding a slight rustic feel.

Kitchen Remodel

TAYLORED RESTORATION

Dekum Kitchen

EMC Interior Design, llc

COLORFUL KITCHEN - ALLEN, TEXAS

Design Lifestyles, LLC

From color-less to color-full, this kitchen is the eye catching focal point of this home. Our clients had numerous pieces of colorful glassware from their world travels that they wanted to showcase. The upper four cabinet doors were modified for clear glass to match the existing pair of glass cabinets. The existing wood cabinets were painted white and the upper cabinets were accented with LED lighting inside and underneath. A gorgeous piece of Calcutta marble with natural red veining compliments the red painted island and the new custom red pantry door. The arabesque Calcutta backsplash offers a soft but elegant touch to the white quartz countertops around the perimeter of the kitchen. All new KitchenAid appliances were installed and a new dimmable lighting plan throughout the space offers optimal lighting for any time of day. This vibrantly colorful kitchen was photographed by Michael Hunter Photography.

Beautiful Kitchen

Anna Tharrington

Anna Zagorodna

Cherry & Maple Kitchens

PRASADA | Kitchens & Fine Cabinetry

Wide rail shaker cabinet doors in a medium cherry stain with stainless appliances, built in wall oven, glass doors, granite countertops. River Oaks Oakville

Kitchens

Banks Home Building, Inc.

Billyard Ave

Nouvelle Kitchens & Bathrooms

HL Photography

Villa in campagna | 300 mq

Squadra Architetti

Kitchen

Bowers Design Build

Spacious and Beautiful Kitchen - To make the kitchen feel more open to the yard, we removed the rear wall and “bumped out” . To make the kitchen larger and less narrow, we moved the kitchen wall further into the adjacent dining room, adding more than two feet of space. To give the kitchen a more updated look, our interior designer worked with the client’s preferred color palette and developed cabinets and lighting fixtures that are bold without taking away from the abundance of nature now seen through the new glass wall at the rear of the home. We added all the latest in appliances and conveniences. The final result is a kitchen that has significantly increased the appeal of the entire home, bringing in lots of natural light and sized appropriately for today’s cook. The after kitchen has opened up the space to take advantage of the beautiful wooded lot views. A close up of the glass counter top. Using a durable glass, the owners love the look of the “floating” top.

Brusser Remodel

brittanysdesign

This kitchen was your typical 80's style with oak cabinets, laminate countertops, and vinyl floors. By tearing out the awkward narrow pantry and replacing it with a floor to ceiling lazy-susan corner cabinet the home owner's now have more functional storage options. The combination of cherry cabinetry, stainless appliances, quartz countertops, along with a travertine backsplash the space now has the warmth and modern style the clients desired. In this transitional design I also combined traditional elements like the raised paneled cabinetry doors with modern touches of metal and modern fixtures. These combinations create a space with longevity and increased resale value. Lastly by extending the solid wood floors from the formal living and dining room into the kitchen and throughout the great room provided these spaces with a cohesive feel and enhanced the illusion of larger spaces.

John's Creek Kitchen Remodel

Artistic Kitchens & More

Modest design for backsplash over cooktop blends well with cabinetry and granite

1929 Art Deco kitchen remodel in Glendale

MDB Design Group

The breakfast area received a versatile make over with custom bench seats with upholstered seats and backs that add color and playfulness to the room. The bench seat flips up to access a large storage space. A new green seed glass pendant adds light and charm over the table. The walls and ceiling are painted a light melon. Mary Broerman, CCIDC

Focus Kitchen - Scavolini

User

Focus design by Gianni Pareschi Classical flavour, contemporary style Can a kitchen with innovative design features retain a link to tradition without losing its modern appeal? Yes, if like the Focus kitchen it presents doors in impeccable classical taste. All the rest – island, storage units, appliances and accessories – reflects our contemporary lifestyle: materials, ideas and technologies all aimed to enhance the pleasure of life, with rationality and a love of beautiful things, in an increasingly vibrant, open, multifunctional living-space. - See more at: http://www.scavolini.us/Kitchens/Focus

Custom Cherry Kitchen and Wine cooler station.

Phillip F Gaudette Construction Co.

Lenexa Traditional Kitchen

Allen Building Specialties, Inc.

Shoreview Kitchen Remodel

E_ Designs

Owners of this Shoreview home needed to update their kitchen to better fit their families sustainable life style. By removing two walls and adding a South facing bay window, the new space feels bright and inviting. The spacious kitchen allows for multiple persons to be in the kitchen comfortably without stepping on anyone’s toes. Adding functionality and seating space, the new island also provides additional counter space for food prep. The island features an open book shelf for cook books and two pull out drawers that hide both trash and recycling receptacles. Keeping with the earth-conscious theme, the homeowners chose recycled glass countertops in two contrasting color selections. The kitchen and dining were highlighted with energy star rated blue accent pendants and sleek ceiling fan. New oak hardwood floors were installed on the main level and stairs that bring warmth into the space. The entry way was refreshed with new natural Marmoleum flooring that accent the colors of the kitchen. The homeowners now have a home they will be able to enjoy for many years to come. Photographer: Lisa Brunnel

Kitchen Remodel in Philadelphia, PA

Ryann Reed Design Build

Ilona Kalimov

Grand Bend, ON | Modern Cottage Kitchen- Steel & Orange Lacquer

O.NIX Kitchens & Living

This beach-front cottage handle-less kitchen was designed with steel metal lacquer and orange matte lacquer linear and curved cabinetry units. A peninsula was added to the design to increase workspace on the countertop and allow for countertop seating. Orange lacquered accents were used on the curved elements, floating shelf and horizontal handle profiles. New built-in appliances were accommodated into the design including: pull-out ventilation hood, electric cooktop and oven. Built-in linear cabinetry lights and a corner lemans unit was added. A matching unit to house the existing water heater was designed. Also added was a matching tall broom/utility closet. The main design constraint was an existing wall beam that required the wall unit and floating shelf to have a custom notch built-in to the structure. * * Designed and installed by O.NIX Kitchen & Living, exclusive dealers and design specialist of Biefbi kitchens for Toronto and Canada.

Custom Slopeside Ski Home

Loon Rustics LLC

Red Kitchen with Light Hardwood Floors 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!