This kitchen features a Kohler under mount apron sink as well as a prep sink at the island from Mirabelle; Blanco faucets (Culina & Cantata respectively); the pendants above the island are from Schoolhouse Electric & Supply Co Design by Mark Evans | Tommy Kile |

A Craftsman House In Green Lake

Seattle Staged to Sell and Design LLC

HD Estates

Tulay kitchen

Scott Tulay

Architect - Scott Tulay, AIA Contractor - Roger Clark Cabinetry - Jim Picardi photo by Scott Tulay

Forest Retreat Kitchen

Centered Interiors

Blue, White, Orange Kitchen

Tracey Stephens Interior Design Inc

Wing Wong/Memories TTL

Transitional Kitchen Plymouth, MN

Trinity Construction Services, LLC

Built-in Matching Hutch in Quartersawn Oak

Armstrong

Fox Floors

West Moseley, London Extension and Renovation

MODEL Projects Ltd

Kitchen, blue, slate floor, white worktop, silver sink, white, built in appliances, built in cupboard

Stonehenge Residence

Laura Hicks Architect, LEED AP

Sunny Galley Kitchen connects Breakfast Nook to Family Room. Chris Reilmann Photo

Manhattan, NY Residence

Artistic Tile

Toronto Showroom - Modern Classic Kitchen

Binns kitchen + bath design

This modern classic kitchen features SieMatic RF cabinets, a unique herringbone backsplash design, and a beautiful stainless steel Bertazzoni range oven. The honed quartzite countertops with a line chisel edge complements this custom design. The simple furniture hood creates clean modern look without adding too much mass.

Trollinger House

Andrew A. Willett, Architect, PA

A stone barrel arch from the dining room into the Kitchen area. Our first time for an interior stone barrel arch.....turned out great!! Photos by Jay Weiland

Suburban Estate

LKM Design

Crescent Beach Alfresco

DEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & Cabinetry

The clients were looking to use this second home for entertaining friends and family, so it was critical to be able to comfortably host groups while still feeling intimate and maintaining privacy. DEANE designed an outdoor kitchen using exceptionally engineered and crafted polished and brushed stainless-steel outdoor cabinetry with a waterproof, weathertight case that was also insect/vermin-proof, ensuring performance in all conditions. The 16 linear feet of functional cooking and entertaining space houses a set of refrigeration drawers and icemaker, a built-in grill, full sink, trash & recycling receptacles, topped with Taj Mahal Quartzite countertops. DEANE collaborated with the general contractor, architect, and landscape architect to cohesively work with other crucial outdoor elements, which included an outdoor tv, spa, as well as separate seating and dining areas to create memorable times together.

Jasper Ridge

Dvira Interiors

Irvine: White Kitchen with Built-in Desk

Pacific Coast Custom Design

For this kitchen remodel we used custom maple cabinets in a swiss coffee finish with a coordinating dark maple island with beautiful custom finished end panels and posts. The countertops are Cambria Summerhill quartz and the backsplash is a combination of honed and polished Carrara marble. We designed a terrific custom built-in desk with 2 work stations.

Denman Island, BC - Emerald Soapstone (oiled)

Vancouver Island Soapstone

Kitchen tops with raised bar and window ledge in Brazilian soapstone. Features under-mounted sink and stainless details. Photo courtesy of the owner

Lincoln Kitchen, Dining, and Powder Room Remodel

Mint Development Group

Open concept kitchen and dining; we removed two columns and opened up the connection between the two spaces creating a more cohesive environment and marrying traditional details with more modern ideas.

Lancaster Modern Cottage

Barefoot Dwelling

Phase 2 of our Modern Cottage project was the complete renovation of a small, impractical kitchen and dining nook. The client asked for a fresh, bright kitchen with natural light, a pop of color, and clean modern lines. The resulting kitchen features all of the above and incorporates fun details such as a scallop tile backsplash behind the range and artisan touches such as a custom walnut island and floating shelves; a custom metal range hood and hand-made lighting. This kitchen is all that the client asked for and more!

Alberta Kitchen Remodel--Holliston, Massachusetts

Masters Touch Design Build

Transitional Kitchen with Slate 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 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!