After living in their University City home for 8 years, this couple was ready for a kitchen remodel. They wanted to trade in the dining table and chairs for a kitchen island, new flooring, cabinets and appliances, and find a way to bring more light into the space. Noting the clean, modern lines of their 1953 ranch home, the Mosby designer created a sleek, modern kitchen that better matches the home’s mid-century aesthetic. Flat-front maple cabinets in a satin white finish seemingly float over white quartz countertops and a warm bamboo floor. A limestone backsplash and stainless steel appliances add a subtle contrast. The addition of 2 skylights and under-cabinet LED ropes bring a cheery infusion of light, even on cloudy days. And in homage to the home’s original design, the pendant light above the sink is 1953 vintage, brought up from the basement rec room and repurposed to bring a spot of whimsy to the new kitchen. Photo by Toby Weiss

Fourth Street

Confluence Construction

Townhouse Remodel

YCC Cabinets & Millwork

Jennifer Mortensen

Sycamore Ranch Home Remodel

The English Contractor & Remodeling Services

The entry to this kitchen was once a narrow door from the dining room. We removed the wall and the old drop ceiling with an ornate fan. Old oak cabinetry was replaced with custom made cabinets, with lower cabinets in classic blue and upper cabinetry in white. The farmhouse sink from Signature Hardware is in an antique copper finish from their Steyn line. The faucet is also from the Steyn line and coordinate with the antique copper drawer pulls. Tile Backsplash is Equipe Scale Triangolo and Magical 3 Triol in white glass from Hamilton Parker. The dishwasher is from Bosch.

Oldsmar Kitchen Remodel

Hyde Park Renovations

It is like a dream stepping into this classic white kitchen. We took the out-dated space and removed a wall to give the homeowners the open concept kitchen and family room they were hoping for. We used a white Villa Midcontinent door on the main cabinetry and a darker gray on the large island. The counters are a stunning Pompeii Quartz in White Cloud. And, the backsplash is a white brick pattern with a herringbone accent above the range. This along with the Bamboo floors really transformed the area to give it a much more spacious feel that flows nicely with the rest of the home now.

Amigo kitchen open to greatroom

Project Guru

Elevated bar transitions to the family room. Flush-mounted ceiling hood allows for full view to the yard. Custom cabinetry on 3 sides surrounds the extra-deep island,

Traditional Kitchen Renovation

Capozzi Design Build

This 1970's cape cod kitchen renovation was designed to open up the space by eliminating the table and add seating at the banquette. Since the homeowners loves to bake we created a baking area dedicated for their baking needs. This kitchen renovation features custom cabinetry finished in a creamy white paint and glaze with raised panel door style. Traditional design elements were used when designing this kitchen such as the furniture style cabinetry, stone backsplash and the custom hood vent. This cape cod home is traditional in style and inviting to all guest welcomed!!

Curved Modern Kitchen - Georgetown IV

Pedini DC

Custom Pedini Cabinetry Custom Pedini Countertop Designer: Roy Wellman Photographer: Austin Rooke

Corner Drawers

Design Moe Kitchen & Bath / Heather Moe designer

Corner drawers provide an ergonomic alternative for accessing the corner storage in this Asian influenced kitchen.

Fourth Street

Confluence Construction

Mid-Century Modern Kitchen

Darcy Bean Custom Construction Inc.

Every bit of space is used in the kitchen including handy Tip out utensil storage drawer front built into the sink face. Buras Photography

Rustic Kitchen

White Rabbit Interior Design

A country, rustic style kitchen with deep green cabinets and a bold yellow house keepers cupboard designed for a compact space in a Victorian terrace house. Decorated in greens with House of Hackney wallpaper and blinds

Blue Accent Kitchen

K.Scott Construction LLC

Mid-Century Kitchen Goes Modern

Mosby Building Arts

The flat-front maple cabinets are Premier style by Wellborn. The addition of 2 skylights and under-cabinet LED ropes bring a cheery infusion of light, even on cloudy days. The bamboo kitchen flooring abuts to Serenissma prcelain tile in SIlver Frost in the hallway and front entry. The wood front entry door is original to the 1953 mid-century modern ranch home in University City, MO. Photo by Toby Weiss

Bellevue Townhouse Kitchen

Ellen Weiss Design

This small townhouse kitchen has no windows (it has a sliding glass door across from the dining nook) and had a limited budget. The owners planned to live in the home for 3-5 more years. The challenge was to update and brighten the space using Ikea cabinets while creating a custom feel with good resale value.

Re-inventing a 1940’s Retro Kitchen

Medford Remodeling

Kemper Kitchen

Miller Woodworks

Rénovation complète d'appartement

Sékure travaux

Rénovation et aménagement cuisine dans un projet de rénovation complète d'un appartement.

Skandinavisch - Edition Rot

User

Die große Holzküche, mit einer Insel, ist ein richtiges Kochparadis.

Engineered Bamboo Flooring

stealthwürx

Separate Kitchen with Bamboo 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!