A pink corner

Main Floor Kitchen Makeovers

Resilient Contracting

Moderne High-end Küche mit kräftigen roten Farbakzenten

Creativ Küchen Design GmbH

Latitude Cabinetry, Frameless Cabinets.

Russian River Comteporary Kitchen

Rochelle Interiors

Traditional Kitchens - Philipsburg

Your Building Center

Bourbon Twist

Whiski Kitchen Design Studio

In this historic home, the stain of the cabinets was selected to match the original stain used in the home. We blended modern and traditional elements while still keeping the original charm

Natural Elements

Rycenga Building Center

Jefferson Beach Kitchen- DeWil's Expression Inset Cabinets

Wyland Interior Design Center

DeWil's Custom Cabinetry, Expressions Inset Line, Athina Door Style in Walnut wood in 109 Cacao stain..

Harvard Ave Kitchen

OakWood Designers & Builders

Lincoln Kitchen

Kiwi Kitchens Ltd

The island includes an undermounted black Ecogranite bowl from Heritage Hardware and a black and chrome tap.

Bethesda, Md. Kitchen remodel

Alco Products Inc

A newly remodeled kitchen featuring new Diamond cabinets, granite countertops, brand new appliances, lighting fixtures, repainted walls and molding, and finally a new vinyl floor!

Coastal Apartment - Kitchen

Keller Design Centre

The sink is carefully moulded and seamlessly joined to the worktop to allow easy cleaning. Corian® is a very hygienic worktop material, particularly with the coved upstands as there are no corners or crevices.

Artika Kitchen

User

Sahler St Remodel

McKean's Floor to Ceiling

Luxury vinyl tile flooring, Omega cabinets, plastic laminate countertops and 4x12 tile backsplash.

Home on the Ridge

Catherine VanBuskirk Interior Design

Detail of Red Custom Cabinetry from Dura Supreme

The Historic Brownstone Project

TK Building & Design

The homeowners of the 1850’s Brownstone house planned to stay in this house forever when they purchased it 28 years ago, but with two stories, steep and narrow stairs, small dark rooms, and no attached garage space, they needed to do some major renovations to make it feasible to stay there in the future. The floors throughout the house were not level, and some areas in the house even had less than 7’ high ceilings, including the kitchen. This tall family had to duck going through every doorway in their home. They had a beautiful secluded wooded property with a creek, but without any usable outdoor space never got to sit and enjoy it. Their goal was to create more open space, a bright farmhouse kitchen, first floor living so they can age in place as well as an attached garage and outdoor spaces, yet remain true to the historic home. With over 1,600 SF added, in addition to updating the rest of the home we were able to meet all the needs of this client. With an appealing 2-wing addition, we added a master bedroom and bathroom, complete with a walk-in shower and walk-in closet, a bright open farmhouse kitchen with walk in pantry that looks into the impressive great room with cathedral ceilings, faux wood beams, and stone fireplace, as well as a two car attached garage. The staircase is open and wide and comes down into the heart of the living space. Lots of new windows in the great room, as well as throughout the entire renovation were added, along with plenty of recessed, hanging, decorative, undercabinet, and exterior lighting. Farmhouse aesthetics were added throughout with barn doors and a custom wood island top which were made from some of the original wood from the house. Deep window sills in the great room pay homage to some details of the original house, as well as an original door into the pantry, and the now exposed brownstone wall at the front door. In addition to interior work, a large deck was added off the kitchen to enjoy the outdoors.

Cambuslang, Kitchen Renovation

Delta Kitchens Ltd

This kitchen renovation is located in an older property, the walls were in a bad condition and they needed a lot of attention. This is a Matt White kitchen with combination of Handleless and profile handles paired with Blanco Maple Silestone worktops.

Classic Cherry Kitchen

Monarch Kitchen Design Studio

This homeowner had a very traditional house with lots of dark and cherry wood. They wanted to make sure that the kitchen reflected the same style as the rest of the house. The copper is so warm and rich and it turned out beautifully!

Red Kitchen with Vinyl 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!