Top 45 Kitchen Design Ideas

From the top — a vaulted paneled ceiling — to the bottom — Moroccan-inspired tiles, this bright and airy kitchen gets a hefty dose of color through the refined blue cabinets. Subtle distressing adds depth and dimension to cabinetry clad in soapstone countertops.

Bring the drama with a bold black kitchen. To keep the space bright, paint walls crisp white and rely on natural light from windows and skylights. This cooking space boasts iridescent blue backsplash tiles, adding extra color and dimension.

Coastal charm abounds in this kitchen. Delightful aqua cabinets, marble countertops and a white island make for a crisp, clean look. Herringbone-laid tiles create a texture-filled backsplash while hardwood floors add warmth underfoot.

This 1798 rustic farmhouse may have been completely renovated, but it's still full of original charm. Bright green cabinets bring balance to terra-cotta tile floors, warm wooden accents and an earthy-hued backsplash. A fiery-red stove complements the color scheme.

Custom white oak cabinetry in a herringbone pattern creates an unexpected and of-the-moment design in this warm, inviting kitchen. The cabinetry even encases the refrigerator, a design tactic that weaves seamless sophistication throughout the entire space.

Boost a timeless white kitchen with the addition of a subtle hue. Pale blue cabinetry matching the island integrates the refrigerator, while also establishing a muted moment of color to the all-white palette. Luxe pendants top this chef's kitchen in notes of glam.

Earthy hues let this contemporary space breathe. The juxtaposition of those earthy tones and glossy black tiles laid in a crosshatch pattern above the stovetop create an interesting effect. Light-toned panels to match the cabinets cover the refrigerator too, allowing it to blend in with the rest of the kitchen without completely disappearing.

Guess what? A Sub-Zero refrigerator hides behind custom Shaker cabinets in this gourmet kitchen. Elegant stone countertops and a full-height backsplash add drama and movement to the timeless white cabinetry. An oversized island serves as a prep area, buffet and dining spot.

Blending styles seamlessly, this open kitchen pairs streamlined and contemporary cabinets with traditional marble countertops. Exposed beams add a rustic note to the space, while a hammered metal range hood brings in an industrial vibe.

To complement the La Cornue range in this timeless kitchen, a matching black hood with rivet detailing hangs overhead. Whitewashed brick walls and rustic exposed beams bring moments of European charm to the traditional white cabinets and Krystallo quartzite countertops.

Turn your typical range hood on its head with a bold, flared profile. Though striking in shape, its color is subtle, blending into the classic white subway tile backsplash.

Nix your average stainless-steel range hood. This kitchen takes Calacatta Vagli marble countertops up to the backsplash and around the range hood for an instantly opulent design. Floating shelves allow the marble to remain the star of this design.

This twist on classic glass upper cabinets is both modern and glam. Mirrors play a big role — they're used for the backsplash and cabinet frames — to reflect natural light and visually expand the space. Glass cabinets allow you to display favorite dishware and glasses to easily find what you need.

Mixing new and old, this kitchen centers an antique butcher block among light blue lower cabinets. Instead of traditional upper cabinets, bronze brackets are paired with live edge wooden shelves to bring a rustic yet airy aesthetic to the space.

Suspended from the ceiling, iron-and-glass shelving displays crystal glassware and serving dishes in the butler's pantry, making it all easy to find. Open shelving brings a light airiness to the smaller space (typical upper cabinets would not).

The gourmet kitchen is dressed to impress with charcoal gray cabinets, honey-colored wood floors, clean white countertops and a subway tile backsplash. The contrast of the dark and light brings stylish drama to this trend-setting space.

Cool and warm hues in this kitchen blend together perfectly, giving the space an industrial, but ethereal feel. An orange Bertazzoni range is the focal point, balanced by the warmth of the walnut end grain island and the honed marble countertops.

Featuring mostly black and white finishes, this kitchen is clean and elegant. Simple gold details delicately accent the space — pretty yet practical.

This kitchen takes things to a bold new level. With bright white walls, a matching island and a distinct blue wall, the space is bright, inviting and highly stylistic.

A blue, herringbone tile backsplash adds a much-welcomed trendy touch to this kitchen. Rustic elements like open wood shelving makes the space feel casual and friendly, while the dark blue cabinets are a pretty way to add depth and richness.

Herringbone hardwood floors bring an element of warmth to this kitchen's bright look. A plank board vaulted ceiling accentuates the open and spacious design. A large island topped with marble is lined with red-brown leather bar chairs, while a stainless steel cabinet brings a unique element to the room.

The gray, herringbone tile backsplash is the star of this kitchen. Blue cabinetry, delicate pendants and Roman shades with a subtle graphic print complement the backsplash perfectly.

This kitchen features gorgeous herringbone wood flooring. Modern pendant lighting, exposed beams and soapstone countertops create an understated cottage feeling.

This neutral-hued space is brought to life with the green velvet stools. To create an open feeling, a peninsula was added on the third "wall" of the kitchen, separating it from the hallway without making either space feel too closed off.

This modern blue condominium kitchen has all the contemporary elements one could want — sleek cabinets, custom lighting and a stunning waterfall-edge work island. Simple, modern barstools complete the look.

Blue upholstered barstools are the focal point of this luxe kitchen. Gold accents add to the elegance, while the modern lines keep the seats from looking dated.

A peninsula doubles the eat-in capacity of this modern kitchen with four barstools flanking each side. Made for friends and family gathering or kids finishing up homework while the grown-ups cook, the seats combine comfy woven leather with a chic metal frame.

Handpainted blue-and-white (with touches of green) tiles deliver a modern Spanish feel to the HGTV Smart Home 2016's kitchen. The tiles along with the tone-on-tone graphic barstools fill the space with pattern, which is balanced by soft gray cabinets and warm hardwoods.

White works beautifully with gray, as evidenced by the silvery backsplash encasing this all-white kitchen.

There's no question what the showstopping feature is of this kitchen: the green scalloped-tile backsplash absolutely steals the show. White cabinets and simple flooring enhance the look without distracting from the gorgeous statement wall.

A bold backsplash doesn't have to have a vivid color scheme or an unexpected shape. Here, a stacked grid pattern in soft grays and whites makes a striking counter-to-ceiling display. To maximize the effect of the backsplash, only a few floating shelves are added for everyday must-haves.

The stars of the kitchen: the marble backsplash and island. Dark walls and luxe touches add a dramatic flair to this space, making it one that would stand out in a crowd. Meanwhile, the delicate pendant lights overhead keep the space bright and well-lit.

Various pendants hang from the kitchen's beautiful, beam-clad ceilings, ensuring the space is well-lit and on-trend.

Geometric gold pendants make this midcentury modern kitchen feel bright and airy. The open-concept kichen sports a spacious island, hardwood floors and open shelving on a stunning glass feature wall.

Low-profile light fixtures, skyscraping ceilings and a wall of windows ensure that no matter how small this apartment may be, it will never feel that way.

Two black, woven pendant lights ground this bright, airy kitchen. Because the kitchen is so open, designer Brooke Wagner used light wood accents to tie the space together.

A trio of oversized pendant lights make a statement without taking up any visual space in this cottage-inspired kitchen. The expansive island is designed for the whole family to gather around with industrial-style barstools. Blue trimwork and cabinets reflect the surrounding lake views.

The vintage color palette enhances this midcentury modern kitchen. The epoxy floors weren't easy to get right, but their glossy brightness adds hugely to the overall fresh-faced, cheerful mood.

Rustic lower cabinets provide Old World charm while lush, green upper cabinets make this kitchen feel fresh and on-trend.

This charming kitchen seems to go on forever and is filled with antique details, like the weathered gray china cabinet and an island with carved wood legs. Exposed wood beams criss-cross the ceiling, drawing the eye to the expansive space.

The copper vent hood in this kitchen is just the stylish touch this bright space needed. A marble backsplash, modern island countertop and contemporary fixtures set this kitchen apart from the typical all-white kitchen.

Throughout the room, golden accents bring some welcomed warmth and glow to the otherwise two-toned space. A single bank of black cabinets is a striking visual detail, tying in with the same-colored island and range hood.

It's all in the gold details. A print in a gold frame completes the far corner while complementing the pretty pendants situated over the island.

Gray marble tile creates a full-wall backsplash over the black marble countertops, while a white marble island counters the black and keeps the kitchen light. Midcentury modern barstools sit beneath a pair of metallic lantern pendant lights — the perfect complement to this space.