Cambria Quartz and Granite Countertops

Rock walls, wood plank ceiling, soapstone counters and backsplash, camp-style cabinetry from Crystal Cabinets, forged iron cabinet hardware and rustic lighting transformed a basic white 60's style kitchen into the warm, cozy space you see here.

Transitional Cherry wood kitchen in Boston

Prestige Kitchen & Bath

Apple Valley Cabinetry in the Cortalnd series. Framington door in cordovan finished cherry wood. Apollo Storn granite countertop.

The Hill Residence

McKeithan Design Studio, LLC

The Hill Kitchen is a one of a kind space. This was one of my first jobs I worked on in Nashville, TN. The Client just fired her cabinet guy and gave me a call out of the blue to ask if I can design and build her kitchen. Well, I like to think it was a match made in heaven. The Hill's Property was out in the country and she wanted a country kitchen with a twist. All the upper cabinets were pretty much built on-site. The 150 year old barn wood was stubborn with a mind of it's own. All the red, black glaze, lower cabinets were built at our shop. All the joints for the upper cabinets were joint together using box and finger joints. To top it all off we left as much patine as we could on the upper cabinets and topped it off with layers of wax on top of wax. The island was also a unique piece in itself with a traditional white with brown glaze the island is just another added feature. What makes this kitchen is all the details such as the collection of dishes, baskets and stuff. It's almost as if we built the kitchen around the collection. Photo by Kurt McKeithan

1207 Wagner Rd

Raugstad Inc.

As a builder of custom homes primarily on the Northshore of Chicago, Raugstad has been building custom homes, and homes on speculation for three generations. Our commitment is always to the client. From commencement of the project all the way through to completion and the finishing touches, we are right there with you – one hundred percent. As your go-to Northshore Chicago custom home builder, we are proud to put our name on every completed Raugstad home.

McGee Gallery

Sol Granite & Natural Stone

Cedar Heights

Plush Designs Kitchen & Bath

Kitchen

Rhonda Knoche Design

We started with the kitchen, family room, mudroom project. The tell tale 80's corner sink was removed, patio door moved and large multi-level island created, concealing the sink. The cabinetry is a multi-step, distressed finish in barn red, black and glazed pine. All counters are honed granite and backsplash is slate.

Fabulous projects I've done

Bison Custom Cabinetry

A custom paint color on the island, duplicated in other areas of the house, add design flair and continuity to this fabulous house.

Lakehouse project

Woodbeam Company Inc.

All beams built and supplied by the Woodbeam Company Inc. Each box beam is finely crafted from Douglas fir and look identical to solid timbers. Light weight, easy to install and cost effective. Texture- Raised grain. Supplying Western Canada

Mediterranean Dream

Performance Kitchens & Home

Voted best of Houzz 2014, 2015, 2016 & 2017! Since 1974, Performance Kitchens & Home has been re-inventing spaces for every room in the home. Specializing in older homes for Kitchens, Bathrooms, Den, Family Rooms and any room in the home that needs creative storage solutions for cabinetry. We offer color rendering services to help you see what your space will look like, so you can be comfortable with your choices! Our Design team is ready help you see your vision and guide you through the entire process! Photography by: Juniper Wind Designs LLC

Contemporary Cherry Kitchen

Cabinet Innovations

All appliances featured are Sub-Zero Wolf. Brookhaven cabinets on a Vista Plus door style with a Cognac finish on Cherry wood. Tall pantry for stackable washer and dryer with retractable doors. Panels on refrigerator. Kitchen design features all large chrome pulls. The small island houses a wine cooler and warming drawer with seating for two. Cabinet Innovations Copyright 2012 Don A. Hoffman

Chalfont Custom Kitchen

That Design Studio

OKTW - Private Residence - Ber 2

Celeste Sali - Kitchen & Bath Solutions

Custom Designed Kitchen Cabinets, Shaker Wide Rail Door Style, medium cherry stained Maple. Clear glass display cabinets with 8 pane mullion doors. Granite Countertops. Travertine tile back splash, hardwood flooring and stainless steel appliances.

Princeton Orange

Bryhn Design/Build

This apartment, in the heart of Princeton, is exactly what every Princeton University fan dreams of having! The Princeton orange is bright and cheery. Photo credits; Bryhn Design/Build

Carnegie #1

Omega Builders LLC

Thermador commercial range with mantle-style hood.

Midlothian VA Traditional Kitchen

kitchensETC

This European inspired kitchen remodel features an expansive island, stacked wall cabinets, cherry cabinets with chocolate glaze, cosmos granite and marble columns. The focal point is the Marie Antoinette stone range hood by Francois and Company.

Cyprus Shores itchen

Beth Whitlinger Interior Design

Photo by Anthony Gomez.

Warren, NJ

Filipe Custom Woodwork

Updated Traditional Kitchen

Sand County Contracting, LLC

Red Kitchen with Stone Tile Splashback 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!