Showplace Wood Products

We choose to keep the window to the right of the Dutch door enabling the homeowners to have a dedicated coffee and tea location while allowing the morning light into their kitchen. Designer: Margaret Dean Brady Architectural Photography

North Hampton Kitchen and closet gets a whole new look!

Creative Cabinets and Fine Finishes, LLC

Originally a desk area, now a new custom built wine bar.

Allan Builders, LLC - Annsley Kitchen

Allan Builders, LLC

Detour Marketing, LLC

Daniels Design Kitchens

Daniels Design & Remodeling

Jason Flakes

Country Tradition in Hampshire

Advance Design Studio, Ltd.

Mike and Stacy moved to the country to be around the rolling landscape and feed the birds outside their Hampshire country home. After living in the home for over ten years, they knew exactly what they wanted to renovate their 1980’s two story once their children moved out. It all started with the desire to open up the floor plan, eliminating constricting walls around the dining room and the eating area that they didn’t plan to use once they had access to what used to be a formal dining room. They wanted to enhance the already warm country feel their home already had, with some warm hickory cabinets and casual granite counter tops. When removing the pantry and closet between the kitchen and the laundry room, the new design now just flows from the kitchen directly into the smartly appointed laundry area and adjacent powder room. The new eat in kitchen bar is frequented by guests and grand-children, and the original dining table area can be accessed on a daily basis in the new open space. One instant sensation experienced by anyone entering the front door is the bright light that now transpires from the front of the house clear through the back; making the entire first floor feel free flowing and inviting. Photo Credits- Joe Nowak

Bucktown Challenge

Universal Cabinet & Design

Berquist

Kitchens Made Simple

Beautiful kitchen with cherry cabinets and dark painted crown.

Sandy Springs Kitchen 3

Glazer Design & Construction

Peachtree Hills Kitchen Remodel

Blake Shaw Homes

Carol Stream Kitchen Remodeling

Rosseland Remodeling

Traditional Kitchen

The Jewel Box (Back Bay Residence)

Adams + Beasley Associates

Custom Kitchen : Interior Design by Lewis Interiors Photography by Eric Roth This compact kitchen is designed to maximize every square inch. The downtown location meant that there was very little flexibility for moving infrastructure and appliances, yet everything has a place. Features such as the antiqued mirrored glass reflect light and make the room feel expansive, while adding a full wall of storage.

Historic Downtown

Haute Design, Inc.

More Grand Kitchen

FitzPatrick Design and Cabinetry

Christine FitzPatrick

Bright, Sunny Kitchen & Dining Renovation

Koch Architects

Island Counter

W. David Seidel, AIA - Architect

Marble Counters The owners went out and scoured local stoneyards for just the right tone Carrara Marble. Painted Shaker Style Maple Cabinets I worked with a shop that had exceeded my expectations on prior projects. When the owner told me that he had a batch of maple that was too ‘green’ to use for a clear coat, I was able to convince him that this project would be very happy to use his ‘green’ maple for painted cabinets - at a great ‘green’ discount.

Heritage Canberra Renovation

Architecture Republic

Nottingham Place

PepCreative, Inc. Architecture and Interior Design

Our Client calls this her dream kitchen and we're so happy about it! Huge windows and doors out to the pool provide tons of light while the hardwood flooring gives a feeling of warmth, quality, and permanence. The island and Serena and Lily counter stools provide the perfect palette for Christmas decorating!

Traditional Neutral Kitchen Clifton

Yorkshire Kitchen Design

The client didn’t like the handleless German cabinetry in the old kitchen, and felt it didn't suit the character of the property. We designed a classic kitchen using traditional shaker-style kitchens combined with a few modern elements. We used in-frame Harptree cabinetry from Caple in neutral tones. The island units are in Twilight, a dark grey colour that adds a bit of drama to the space. Meanwhile, the wall units are in Mist, a cream colour that complements the wooden floors and shelves. With a showstopping island taking centre stage, we created a seamless transition to the outside. We maximised storage space using more cabinets than drawers and added a double-sided seated island with an excellent view of the garden. The worktops are customised white quartz combined with a circular black American walnut worktop for the island's seating area. We added appliances from Aga, Bosch, and Quooker tap to complete the kitchen.

Traditional Kitchen 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 Traditional 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!