The grey houndstooth rattan chairs were a must for the KITCHEN table the moment they were spotted. The precise millwork of the kitchen cabinetry is fully lacquered in white and two Shades of Grey. The giant slab behind the stove is carrera marble as is the 2”x4” beveled subway tile back splash. Both create a riot of other greys. The grey flecked and white counter tops that are all quartz for ease of cleaning and heavy use add to the Shades of Grey contrasted with a stark white. Keeping things elegant...but in a rougher way, the lighting is steel mesh in elegant shapes that add an industrial note to the bright Kitchen

Contemporary, Light & Airy Kitchen

Figura Kitchens & Interiors

A sleek modern kitchen in a light and airy vaulted space.

Karvelas Kitchen

Turan Designs, Inc.

Huge Contemporary Kitchen Designer: Teri Turan

West Vancouver Horizon

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

This beautiful home is located in West Vancouver BC. This family came to SGDI in the very early stages of design. They had architectural plans for their home, but needed a full interior package to turn constructions drawings into a beautiful liveable home. Boasting fantastic views of the water, this home has a chef’s kitchen equipped with a Wolf/Sub-Zero appliance package and a massive island with comfortable seating for 5. No detail was overlooked in this home. The master ensuite is a huge retreat with marble throughout, steam shower, and raised soaker tub overlooking the water with an adjacent 2 way fireplace to the mater bedroom. Frame-less glass was used as much as possible throughout the home to ensure views were not hindered. The basement boasts a large custom temperature controlled 150sft wine room. A marvel inside and out. Paul Grdina Photography

Mosaic Backsplash

Garabedian Properties Custom Home Builder

Mosaic marble over the Wolf range. Pictures by Imagary Intelligence for Garabedian Estates a sister company of Garabedian Properties

Lake Residence

Linda McDougald Design | Postcard from Paris Home

Rachael Boling Photography

Tweed Berwick

Hello Kitchen

Chicago - DeSitter Flooring / Synergy Remodeling

DeSitter Flooring

Ryan Ocasio Photography

Expansive Forest Green Kitchen

G. Christianson Construction, Inc.

A North Albany family contacted us wanting to expand, update, and open up their Kitchen to the Family Room. The floor plan of this home actually had plenty of space but it wasn’t being well-utilized, with angled walls in the pantry and a corner kitchen and island layout. By removing the double-sided fireplace and built-in bookcases closing off the Family Room, removing the closed-off bar area, and re-imagining the awkward walk-in pantry and kitchen layout, our Designer, Sarah envisioned an expansive Kitchen footprint that connected all the key areas and significantly increased the amount of available storage and countertop space, making this Kitchen the perfect entertaining environment! Replacing the cherry cabinetry, black granite countertops, and dark hardwood floors with white shaker upper cabinets, dark green lower cabinets, light-colored hardwood flooing, and a new lighting design completely transformed the space from dark and compartmentalized, to bright and open. This Kitchen is full of brilliant custom pieces and organization cabinets, including a HIDDEN walk-in pantry (which is the family’s favorite)!

Ladue New Build

Detailed Designs By Denise

New Home Construction by Freeman Homes, LLC. Interior Design by Joy Tribout Interiors. Cabinet Design by Detailed Designs by Denise Cabinets Provided by Wright Cabinet Shop

Gorgeous Transitional Remodel in saratoga

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

Bernal Heights Sustainable Kitchen

Sabrina Alfin Interiors

Detail shot of Art Deco arch with built in niches for coffee maker and cookbooks.

Kitchen with hand painted Glass panel doors

Nouvelle Kitchens & Bathrooms

Custom Under-Sink Pull-out Drawer

The Cabinet Shoppe

Island with custom undersink u-shaped pullout drawer and flush toekick trim

Kitchen corner view from island

The Cabinet Shoppe

White kitchen surround cabinetry with custom fridge panel, custom vent hood, glass cabinets, cooktop base, toe-valences and double-oven cabinet

Summit Project

mcd 595

Coastal inspired kitchen remodel. Hanstone quartz in Montauk subtly accentuates the backsplash under a custom Vent-a-Hood stainless steel hood. Brizo faucets add a touch of elegance and glass dome lighting from Restoration Hardware gives the space a touch of industrial, while being soft and inviting. The maple cabinetry is painted Benjamin Moore White Dove and the wall are painted Benjamin Moore Hale Navy. The kitchen island is a custom maple stain with polished nickel sleek hardware by Top Knobs. Chevron marble backsplash by sink and beverage center adds texture while pocket doors conceal a walk-in pantry. Wolf range, convection and steam wall ovens make cooking a dream come true.

Oversized Pendants With a Pop of Gold

Christine Lakas, The Designer, LLC

Custom cabinetry with two tone countertops. The island is oversized with a 3" mitered edge. The custom range hood has warm brass accents layered on the navy geometric tile for contrast.

Arcadia Ave

Hello Kitchen

Suburban Heart of the Home Kitchen

Heather Cleveland Design

Wildberry Manor

Jarrett Design

Transitional 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 Transitional 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!