Our take on an updated traditional style kitchen with touches of farmhouse to add warmth and texture.

Starmark Kitchen & Powder Maple Ridgeville Paint Perimeter w/ Wood Island & Hood

Manufacturer: Starmark Style: Maple Ridgeville Finish: (Perimeter & Powder Room) Ivory Cream w/ Chocolate Glaze; (Island/Hood) Butterscotch w/ Chocolate Glaze Countertop: Solid Surface Unlimited – Fantasy Brown Quartzite Sink: (Kitchen) Stainless Single-bowl/Under-mount Farm Sink; (Powder) Kohler Caxton Under-mount in Sandbar Hardware: Hardware Resources – Ella Pulls in Oil Rubbed Bronze Backsplash Tile: Virginia Tile – Marlow Glossy 3x12/3x6 in Earth Designer: Devon Moore Contractor: Larry Davis Tile Installation: Sterling Tile (Mike Shumard)

Vineyard retreat

Wendy Williamson Design

Modern Rustic Island Kitchen

Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.

This absolutely stunning cottage kitchen will catch your eye from the moment you set foot in the front door. Situated on an island up in the Muskoka region, this cottage is bathed in natural light, cooled by soothing cross-breezes off the lake, and surrounded by greenery outside the windows covering almost every wall. The distressed and antiqued spanish cedar cabinets and island are complemented by white quartz countertops and a fridge and pantry finished with antiqued white panels. Ambient lighting, fresh flowers, and a set of classic, wooden stools add to the warmth and character of this fabulous hosting space - perfect for the beautiful family who lives there!⠀

French Country Kitchen in Clifton Park

Curtis Lumber Ballston Spa

This French Country inspired kitchen, designed by Curtis Lumber Company, features an island with a reclaimed wood countertop and hammered copper sinks. The cabinets are Merillat Masterpiece in the Bentley door style, the perimeter in Biscotti with Cocoa Glaze while the island is Sage with a Cocoa Glaze. The quartz countertop is by Cambria in Durham with an Ogee Edge on the perimeter. Barn doors conceal a large pantry and the laundry center is hidden behind double doors. The kitchen incorporates in-cabinet storage solutions, a baking station, stacked glass cabinets, an apron front sink, and gorgeous touches in the faucets, hardware and lighting to bring this unique look all together. Photos property of Curtis Lumber Company.

StarMark Cabinetry

Oceanside Cabinets, Inc.

Grayhawk Group Custom Homes Model in St. Louis

Wilson Lighting

Classic traditional West Plano Kitchen Update

Interiors by Kathy Rollins, LLC

This lovely west Plano kitchen was updated to better serve the lovely family who lives there by removing the existing island (with raised bar) and replaced with custom built option. Quartzite countertops, marble splash and travertine floors create a neutral foundation. Transitional bold lighting over the island offers lots of great task lighting and style.

Вид на кухонную зону.

ANDdesign / Александра Дашкевич

Traditional Estate Home

David Charlez Designs

An expansive prep kitchen does the heavy lifting and storage for the main kitchen. It features ample storage with cabinetry and counter space on three walls plus a prep sink. A cabinet front refrigerator is neatly hidden. Photo by Spacecrafting

Upcycled grey kitchen with quartz and walnut surfaces

Stoneham Kitchens

The kitchen island with solid walnut worktop sets it apart from the white quartz of surfaces of the other units from Stoneham's traditional Scotney collection hand-painted in Farrow and Ball's Dove Tale Grey. Sensio lighting under the cabinets and in the chimney breast area above the oven keeps the kitchen looking light in the more enclosed areas.

Stylish White Traditional Kitchen

Teoria Interiors

Open concept stylish kitchen showcasing beautiful white custom raised panel cabinetry with silver hardware. A large island sits in the middle of the room with a white quartz countertop. One will notice a stunning and unique glass subway tile backsplash for exceptional style.

Cherry Creek French Country

Heirloom Wood Studio

Whether you're preparing a Thanksgiving feast or grabbing breakfast on the go as you whirl out the door to work, having a highly functional kitchen requires an upfront attention to design detail that borders on fanatical. That's why Colorado Fine Woodworks' kitchen cabinet projects include an in-depth discussion about how you actually use your kitchen. Left-handed or right-handed? Doors or drawers? Concealing or revealing? We ask all the questions, listen to your answers, take our own measurements onsite, create 3D drawings, manage installation, and collaborate with you to ensure even the smallest elements are carefully considered. And, of course, we also make it beautiful, whether your tastes tend toward traditional or contemporary, incorporating influences from elegant to rustic to reclaimed. Our work is: - exclusively custom, built EXACTLY to the specifications of your kitchen - designed to optimize every square inch, with no fillers or dead spaces - crafted to highlight or hide any feature you wish - including your appliances - thoughtfully and thoroughly plotted, from hinges to hardware

Traditional Kitchen with White Cabinets and Beam Ceiling

Columbia Cabinets

Location of Project: Pittsfield, Massachusetts Type of Project: Kitchen Style of Project: Traditional Cabinetry: Wood-Mode Wood: Maple Finishes: Vintage Lace Door: Georgetown Raised Countertop: Taj Mahal Quartzite Other Design Elements: • Large custom hood with enkeboll corbels • Double-sided glass door bar • Hammered copper farm sink and bar sink • Integrated 30” column Thermador refrigerator and dishwashers Project Year: 2017

Ashland Residence

Hsu McCullough

Kitchen with island and light well above for natural light from above as well as at staircase windows. Photo by Dan Arnold

1920s Farmhouse Kitchen

S&W Kitchens

1920s Farmhouse Kitchen - modernized for a 1920s house in Orlando, Florida.

Trendy Traditional

Silver Leaf Construction & Renovation

Kitchen Island

Fratantoni Interior Designers

French Villa kitchen features a custom-built island with intricate designs on the ledge and excellent craftsmanship. Two steel pendants suspend from the arched ceiling for added lighting. The kitchen is in a U-shape featuring white cabinets and marble countertops with a stainless steel gas-burning stove and steel range hood.

Hardy Road Kitchen, Bedford

Granite State Cabinetry

Open Concept Kicthen Remodeling

BudgetReno

U-shaped Kitchen with Raised-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 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!