Wheelchair Accessible Kitchen Custom height counters, high toe kicks and recessed knee areas are the calling card for this wheelchair accessible design. The base cabinets are all designed to be easy reach -- pull-out units (both trash and storage), drawers and a lazy susan. Functionality meets aesthetic beauty in this kitchen remodel. (The homeowner worked with an occupational therapist to access current and future spatial needs.) Remodel using Brookhaven cabinetry.

Bespoke larder cabinet and housing for American style Fridge-Freezer

Bucks Eco Furniture Designs Ltd

Fully bespoke deep spacious larder cupboard and drawers with fridge-freezer housing and coffee maker cupboard and further storage. Shown here with European oak country style doors and drawer fronts, but we can make larder cupboards and other kitchen cabinets in many different styles and wood finishes.

Polo Club North #1

LifeHouse Construction

These owners know craftsmanship and appreciate high-quality details. The owner hand crafted some of the furniture pieces included in this remodel, including the master bed frame. To update the home and do justice to the owner’s own furniture pieces, we installed a sky light in the upstairs bedroom hallway to bathe the space in light and added new doors with brass hardware. The master bathroom was transformed into an oasis and the kitchen underwent a remodel to make it more functional with modern appliances. Photos by Kimberly Gavin Photography

Double Island Kitchen

Fratantoni Interior Designers

The French Villa has a beautiful custom hood and range

Galley Kitchen

Lampert Lumber - Fargo

The Joshua Hersey House c. 1756 - antique hardware

Thompson Builders Inc

Very small antique kitchen, replaced with a large kitchen addition in style with the 1756 farm house. Vaulted ceiling with antique beams, reclaimed wide pine floors and custom cabinets.

Los Gatos Traditional Home Remodel

Bonsai Builder Construction

StarMark Cabinetry Kitchen in Maple finished in Oatmeal

StarMark Cabinetry

The kitchen was created in Portland door style in Maple wood type finished in Oatmeal. Many wall cabinets feature the Thornton accent. The dishwasher and refrigerator are covered with panels that match the cabinetry.

North Hill Kitchen

Souris River Designs / Outdoor Comfort Solutions

Careful zoning of tasks resulted in this open plan by Deborah Dyste. The laundry closet at the end of the long space was moved upstairs; conveniently located near the bedrooms That also allowed space for a wet bar w/ an additional prep counter and storage pantries. Photography by Jennifer Kraft.

Handmade Classic Shaker Kitchen in Epping

Handmade Kitchen Co

This Classic Shaker style kitchen features our handmade cabinetry and door/drawer fronts. There are bespoke storage solutions combined with an overall made to measure design and build. We also included a TV cabinet & dresser which break up the design of the room nicely in a blue colour. The paint used is the Cornforth white and Stiffkey Blue - both by Farrow & Ball. We supplied and installed the Sub-Zero Wolf appliances which include a 914mm Built-in Refrigerator/Freezer and a 1524mm Duel Fuel Range Cooker. A bespoke Westin Stainless Steel extrator is fitted into the custom hood. Shaws double belfast sink and Perrin & Rowe taps. Photography | springerdigital

Shuler Cabinetry - Princeton Door Maple Champaign w/burnt sienna glaze

Lynda Mauro Schuler Cabinetry

Newhall Manor

Dennis Mayer - Photographer

Dennis Mayer Photographer

Biedermeier Kitchen

Tim Wood Limited

This kitchen was commissioned by a very well-known interior designer, based in central London, for her own home. She was very keen to have a kitchen inspired by Biedermeier furniture. Biedermeier was an influential style of furniture design from Germany in the early 1800s, based on utilitarian principles. It came to describe a simpler interpretation of the French Empire style of Napoleon I: with clean lines and a simple, elegant look. With this brief, a bespoke kitchen was made from maple with birds eye maple panelling and ebonised black detailing. Black granite work surfaces and black appliances all combine to create an extremely elegant kitchen with a neoclassical and sophisticated look. The design and placing of the cabinets and sink, the central island and the kitchen table all mean that this is a hugely practical kitchen, able to cater for and accommodate a large number of guests. Designed and hand built by Tim Wood

285 Central Park West

Ethelind Coblin Architect P.C

This is our fourth project for this client who purchased a four-bedroom unit in this grand old turn of the century Landmark that had been neglected through the years. Our goal was to restore its former grandeur while providing for our client’s lifestyle. Designed in the classic Victorian style, we removed layers of paint uncovering mahogany doors, oak wainscoting and tile fireplaces. We restored and created new profiles to bring back the richness of detail and bathed the rooms in golden tones to balance the cool north exposure. The panelization is finished with wallpaper to add scale, including a French woodblock wallpaper in the Dining Room to quiet down the rich oak trim. The outcome is airy, elegant and functional.

Goleta Residence

Jessica Risko Smith Interior Design

Photos by Lepere Studio

Natural Cherry Galley

WatchCity Kitchens LLC

By eliminating a soffit, bringing the cabinets to the ceiling and using glass cabinetry, we were able to make this petite galley kitchen much more open an airy while taking advantage of every inch of space!

Skylands Remodel in Lake Oswego

Jenni Leasia Interior Design

We gave the master bath, kids' bath, and laundry room in this Lake Oswego home a refresh with soft colors and modern interiors. Project by Portland interior design studio Jenni Leasia Interior Design. Also serving Lake Oswego, West Linn, Vancouver, Sherwood, Camas, Oregon City, Beaverton, and the whole of Greater Portland. For more about Jenni Leasia Interior Design, click here: https://www.jennileasiadesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.jennileasiadesign.com/lake-oswego-home-remodel

Gardner's Kitchen

GO Kitchens & Interiors

Shiloh flush inset cabinets with bead board back splash and a combination of quartz and butcher block countertop and new windows out toward the owner's heritage garden.

Roll-Out Shelves

Shelf Confident

November

KitchensandClosets.com By K-One Floors, Inc.

Light Brown shaker cabinets and Cielo di oro granite are set alongside black and stainless steel appliances and tied together by the silver hardware on the cabinets

Traditional Kitchen with Light Wood 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!