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Milton Kitchen

Inspired Design of Harvard, MA

Ellen Harasimowicz

Bespoke Kitchen Design - Southfields

Chantel Elshout Studio

We designed, supplied and fitted this Bespoke Kitchen for a family home in Southfields. We used the perfect combination of textures to create a Traditional Style Kitchen. Smooth furniture, high gloss splash backs, solid wood open shelves and a Herringbone floor.

Abbey Kitchen

Prospect Refuge Studio

Carrie Valentine

Fully custom designed and built kitchen with green marble countertops and Kohler rose gold faucet. Farrow + Ball painted walls, exposed beams and cabinetry.

1800's Row House Kitchen Remodel with Marazzi Midpark Mosaics backsplash

ALL Renovation & Design LLC

A badly level ceiling, solid brick walls, and leftover architectural features that no longer made sense. That is what stood between Michael and Craig and their beautiful kitchen. The kitchen in this 1899 Lancaster City row home was barely functional. So after creating a plan together that maximized the space while staying in the budget, the work began. The entire room was completely gutted... including an 18” brick wall which opened up the corner to make room for more counter space and cabinets. Gutting the room also allowed us to level the ceiling to give a perfect finish to the top of the cabinets. It was amazing to see the kitchen come together. Soft maple cabinets painted with the Simply White finish. The doors were in the flat panel style with a 1/2” overlay. Lina Pearl granite countertops with a Marazzi Midpark Mosaics glazed porcelain backsplash in Shadow with Alabaster grout. Coretec Plus was used for the flooring in the Whittier Oak color. Most of the appliances were purchased from Martin's Appliances – including the stainless steel Elica stove hood.

Vacant Home - St. Paul

A Home Revival

AFTER - Kitchen

Kitchen and Bathroom Renovation in Western Springs Illinois

Michael Menn Ltd.

This is the breakfast nook area of the kitchen. We have built in benches under each window for additional storage!

Roll-Out Shelves

Shelf Confident

Kitchen and Bath

Dave Knecht Homes, LLC

Karen Knecht Photography

Casually Classy Condo

SARA VANDERSTELT with Creative Kitchens

Kitchen Remodel Mid Continent Cabinetry, Adams Door Style Finish: Maple Painted White with Chocolate Glaze Countertops: Typhoon Bordeaux Granite Door hardware: Baer Supply, Satin Nickel Creative Kitchens

Elizabeth Court

ReVision Design/Remodeling

La Cornue of France

Kieffer's Appliances

From La Cornue of France: Exceptional craftsmanship with superior attention to detail. La Cornue has been designing the most exclusive ranges on the planet for over 100 years. The style is distinct "old world" inspiring visions of the French countryside. Available in multiple colors, with many trim options, and burner configurations.

Hermosa Beach - Kitchen Remodel

Luxe Remodel

Complete Kitchen Remodel for a condo in Hermosa Beach. Example of a mid-sized l-shaped vinyl floor and gray floor eat-in kitchen design in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite countertops, metallic backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island and black countertops

Center Hall Colonial Remodel

Kitchen Cove Design Studio

Photography by Lauren Currie

Westchester Traditional Residence

Laurie S Woods, ASID

Cuisine noir mat & bois

Dream Up Habitat

The New Prairie

Barley|Pfeiffer Architecture

Our inspiration for this home was an updated and refined approach to Frank Lloyd Wright’s “Prairie-style”; one that responds well to the harsh Central Texas heat. By DESIGN we achieved soft balanced and glare-free daylighting, comfortable temperatures via passive solar control measures, energy efficiency without reliance on maintenance-intensive Green “gizmos” and lower exterior maintenance. The client’s desire for a healthy, comfortable and fun home to raise a young family and to accommodate extended visitor stays, while being environmentally responsible through “high performance” building attributes, was met. Harmonious response to the site’s micro-climate, excellent Indoor Air Quality, enhanced natural ventilation strategies, and an elegant bug-free semi-outdoor “living room” that connects one to the outdoors are a few examples of the architect’s approach to Green by Design that results in a home that exceeds the expectations of its owners. Photo by Mark Adams Media

Modern Victorian Kitchen

Fireclay Tile

Photos by Zio and Sons and the Filomena. Design by The Filomena

Traditional Kitchen with Flat-panel Cabinets 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!