48 Designer Kitchens You Gotta See

White Kitchen With Blue Backslash and Floral-Pattern Barstools

From: Barron Custom Design

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White Kitchen With Blue Tile Backsplash

Yellow pendant lights, floral-patterned barstools and a bright blue tile backsplash add welcome color to this white kitchen. A nearby breakfast nook offers extra room for dining in.

Photo: Caitlin McCarthy Design. From: Caitlin McCarthy Designs

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Green and White Eclectic Kitchen With Brass Pendants

With deep hunter green cabinetry and a Swiss cross-tile backsplash, this eclectic kitchen is fresh and imaginative. Brass pendants hang above the Nero Marquina marble island and tie in with the brass faucets.

White Mediterranean Kitchen With Dark Wood Cabinets & Island

Photo: DRufer Photography. From: Raegan Ford

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Gorgeous Mediterranean Eat-In Kitchen Features Dark Stained Cabinetry

This dreamy Mediterranean kitchen by Raegan Ford Interiors features beautiful dark stained cabinetry that matches the kitchen island. Dark wood beams, granite countertops and gray hardwood floors complete the stunning design.

White Cottage Kitchen With Yellow and Black Accents

Photo: Sean Litchfield Photography. From: Chango and Co.

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Yellow and Black Accents Provide Color Punches in White Kitchen

Yellow and black provide punchy contrast to the sleek, white of this beach house kitchen. The color scheme creates a playful atmosphere and relates well to the pineapple wall print in the adjacent dining room.

Photo: Seek Interior Design. From: Seek Interior Design

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Transitional Kitchen in Colorado Penthouse

The thick aqua edge of a glass countertop ties subtly to the dramatic backsplash of the same hue in this transitional Colorado kitchen. Meanwhile, dark cabinetry connects to the rich brown of the inset ceiling, bringing balance to the space.

Wood Cabinets in Rustic Industrial Kitchen

Photo: Studio 10 Interior Design. From: Studio 10 Interior Design

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Neutral Reclaimed Wood Softens Rustic Industrial Loft Kitchen

Sleek silver fixtures and neutral reclaimed wood cabinets coexist peacefully in this rustic industrial kitchen. Where the metal vent hood, exposed brick, and three pendant lights suggest hard functionality, the reclaimed wood cabinetry, flooring, and island soften the space and create an elegant balance.

Contemporary Gray Kitchen With Gray Cabinets and Gray & White Island

Photo: Jordan Iverson. From: Jordan Iverson

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Soft Palette in Show-Stopping Kitchen

Lighted upper cabinets hold inset resin panels, a distinctive touch in this sleek and clean-lined kitchen. Charcoal tile continues up the backsplash and behind a slim, stainless steel hood, and appliances are built into pale gray cabinetry. Caesarstone quartz in white and gray adds polish that is balanced by industrial-style barstools and wood floors.

Photo: Patrick Bertolino. From: Mirador Group

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White Transitional Kitchen

The second island with chrome base bar chairs serves as a high-top table for casual meals and entertaining. Transom windows above the cabinets let in natural light, making the kitchen feel bigger and brighter.

Large Kitchen With Brown Wood Cabinets and Two Islands

Photo: AVID Associates. From: AVID Associates

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Rustic-Inspired Kitchen Features Two Islands

Warm wood cabinets and floors pair with earth-toned granite countertops to create a rustic feel in this spacious kitchen. Two large islands offer plenty of prep space, and one is lined with barstools for casual dining.

Contemporary White Kitchen With Red Island and White Range Hood

Photo: Sam Oberter Photography. From: Alan Metcalfe

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Contemporary Kitchen Boasts Bold Shots of Color

A fire engine red island pairs with a colorful 3-D artwork installation to bring this contemporary kitchen to life. White walls, shelves, cabinets and a white range hood keep the space feeling bright and open.

Photo: Andrea Schumacher. From: Andrea Schumacher

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White Open Plan Transitional Kitchen With Graphic Patterns

Fun, bold patterns punctuate this chic open plan kitchen and dining area, appearing on the chairs, window treatments and rugs. At one end of the island, a built-in bookshelf makes a handy home for cookbooks.

Photo: Mary Powell Photography. From: Robin LaMonte

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Updated Country Kitchen

Recessed lighting, orange metal drum shade pendant lights and a large window bring warmth and light to this kitchen. Polished granite countertops on the island serve as a durable surface for meal prep.

Photo: Fine Focus Photography. From: John Siemering Homes

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Contemporary Italian Farmhouse Kitchen

This Austin, Texas, kitchen features warm colors and dark cabinetry that call back to the traditional, rustic feel of an Italian farmhouse. Wood beams criss-cross the ceiling, while broad, modern windows bring in loads of light.

White Transitional Kitchen With Diamond Backsplash

Photo: Jim Tschetter, IC36O Images. From: Linc Thelen Design

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White Transitional Kitchen With Gray Diamond Backsplash

This light and bright transitional kitchen incorporates super white quartzite countertops, a graphic stone backsplash, unusually shaped pendant lights and a farmhouse sink. Glass cabinetry continues the airy feel of the space.

Kitchen With Brown Island, Brown Cabinets and Lime Barstools

Photo: CG Creative Interiors

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Transitional Yellow Kitchen With Brown Cabinets

Bright shades of green fill this kitchen, making the space feel fresh and exciting. Traditional cabinetry and an island ground the room.

Photo: Tre Dunham. From: Jenkins Design Build

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Neutral Contemporary Kitchen With Curved Bar

The innovative double oven in this chef's kitchen has French doors on top and a traditional single door on the bottom unit. To save countertop space, the microwave is located in a drawer in one of the lower cabinets.

Photo: Casey Dunn. From: Hugh Jefferson Randolph Architects

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Contemporary Eat-In Kitchen With Large Island

Large square tiles laid on the diagonal ground this contemporary kitchen. Light blue cabinets are paired with sleek white countertops, and instead of upper cabinets, floating shelves are used to display favorite pottery and glassware. A large kitchen island features a waterfall countertop and extra prep sink.

White Transitional Kitchen with Oversized Marble Island

Photo: Hugh Jefferson Randolph Architects. From: Hugh Jefferson Randolph Architects

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White Transitional Kitchen with Oversized Marble Island

This kitchen is made to look good and cook good. Stunning marble countertops and backsplash accent the kitchen, and the large island is perfect for food preparation and dining.

Modern Kitchen With Natural Wood Finishes

Photo: Alyssa Kirsten. From: Lauren Rubin Architecture

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Modern Kitchen Blends Natural Tones and Textures With Sleek White Finishes

This kitchen highlights natural materials and colors in the beautiful wood floors and cabinetry and the subway tile backsplash in a variety of blue tones. White upper cabinetry, white barstools and clean white countertops break up the textures in the space to add a modern touch.

Photo: Signature Designs Kitchen Bath. From: Signature Designs Kitchen & Bath

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Open Concept Transitional Kitchen

Vaulted ceilings give an open, airy feel to this neutral transitional kitchen. A peacock blue kitchen island serves as the statement piece. Silver barstools with leather seats contrast with the light colored walls and cabinets.

Transitional Neutral Kitchen With Off-White Cabinets

Photo: Photographer: Kristopher Lewis. From: Studio Thomas

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Transitional Kitchen With Cream Cabinets & Large Island

This kitchen is as functional as it is beautiful. Creamy cabinets wrap the perimeter of the space, offering plenty of storage, and a large island provides prep and dining space. An eye-catching tile backsplash and beautiful granite countertops complete the look.

Neutral Open Kitchen With Distressed Blue Kitchen Island

Photo: Katy Lyons. From: Katy Lyons

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French Country Island in Family-Friendly Kitchen

This open kitchen is great for entertaining friends and family around the oversized island. Topped with a buttery wood countertop for meal prep, the distressed blue base is characteristically French country in style.

Cottage Kitchen Has Mint-Green Cabinetry and Wood-Topped Island

Photo: John Gruen. From: Rafe Churchill

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White Cottage Kitchen With Mint-Green Cabinetry

With its pale mint-green cabinets and white wood-paneled walls, this cottage kitchen gives off a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Photo: Lincoln Barbour. From: Mosaik Design & Remodeling

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1920s Kitchen with Glam Accents, Contemporary Feel

This kitchen is fully updated to modern standards, but maintains a 1920s feel. Polished nickel fixtures and an extra-wide apron sink are among the room's classic touches. A dark island pops in the gray and white space, and its Carrara marble top continues onto the kitchen table.

Photo: Expressive Architectural Photography. From: Inplace Studio

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White Open Concept Kitchen

Exposed beams make this modern kitchen feel cozy, even with vaulted ceilings. Upholstered teal barstools with chrome legs fit perfectly underneath the counter. A wine fridge also fits snuggly under the counter for easy access.

Photo: Richardson Architects. From: Heidi Richardson

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Farmhouse Kitchen with Rustic, Modern Details

This modern farmhouse kitchen is the hub of the house, with ample seating in the form of a four-seater island breakfast bar and an eat-in area that's open to the main cooking space. Open shelving keeps the room from feeling boxed in by cabinetry and shows off the textured subway tile backsplash.

Photo: Richardson Architects. From: Heidi Richardson

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White, Light-Filled Kitchen with Modern, Rustic Elements

A rich mix of materials and textures adds interest and depth to this white, light-filled kitchen. Dark gray cabinetry is topped by wood around the perimeter of the room, while a large center island sports a countertop of sleek white quartz. Leather barstools and rough-hewn open shelves bring in an eclectic, homey vibe.

Neutral Open Kitchen With Heavy Pendants Above Marble-Topped Island

Photo: Julie Dodson. From: Julie Dodson

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Breathtaking Kitchen With Lantern Pendants

Mediterranean-style pendants above the marble-topped island yield a visual tension that balances classic beauty with exotic charm.

Photo: Hatfield Builders & Remodelers. From: Hatfield Builders & Remodelers

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White Transitional Kitchen With Blue Tile Backsplash

White cabinets paired with serene pale blue subway tiles give this small kitchen a spacious feel. The gorgeous river white countertop is a stunning, neutral backdrop.

Contemporary Open Kitchen With Red Cabinets

Photo: Insite Architectural photography. From: Bill Bocken

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Contemporary Open Kitchen Features Bright Red Cabinets

To reflect the openness of the home, no upper cabinets were used in the kitchen. Bright red cabinets are paired with sleek stainless steel countertops, while built-in cabinets around the room offer much-needed storage.

Photo: Shelley Metcalf. From: Bill Bocken

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Purple and White Contemporary Kitchen With Peppers

With its pretty mix of lavender, orange, silver and white, this contemporary kitchen is an ode to color. Add in a few bright fruits and veggies for an additional layer of color and texture.

Photo: Insite Architectural Photography. From: Bill Bocken

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Neutral Modern Kitchen With Wood Paneling

Exotic wood paneling and cabinets give major design pizzazz to this modern kitchen. The zigzag of the wood's grain brings a sense of movement to the space and the coffee color warms up the stainless steel accents.

Photo: L'Attitude Design. From: L'Attitude Design

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Kitchen Blends Rustic, Industrial Elements and Beachy Hues

An intriguing mix of materials gives this beachfront condominium's kitchen a rich, elegant feel that's at once rustic and modern. Exposed concrete pillars, reclaimed wood surfaces and sleek glass tile are harmonized by a soft palette of sand and water hues.

White Contemporary Kitchen With White Cabinets & Twin Islands

Photo: Michael Lowry Photography and Harvey Smith Photography. From: Phil Kean Design Group

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Bright, Eat-In Kitchen With Ample Storage Space

Bright and white, this spacious eat-in kitchen features twin islands for plenty of prep and storage space. Cabinets on both sides of the kitchen store all of your kitchen necessities. Integrated appliances, such as the ovens, refrigerator and wine cooler add a modernized touch to the sleek design.

Photo: Larny J. Mack. From: IS Architecture

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White, Farmhouse-Style Kitchen in Cape Cod-Style Home

The farmhouse kitchen in this fully renovated Cape Cod-style home abounds with luxurious and functional details. White cabinetry extends to the ceiling for added storage, while a trio of skylights bathes the island in natural light. The spring green color of the island is an unexpected touch of whimsy in the traditional space.

Coastal Cottage Kitchen With Dark Wood Island

Photo: George Cott. From: Clifford Scholz

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White, Coastal Cottage Kitchen is Family, Friendly, Welcoming

To create a coastal cottage kitchen, exposed beams are painted white. The cabinets feature a distressed finish and are paired with speckled cream and brown countertops. The backsplash adds a subtle hint of sea-green color, while the dark wood island brings warmth to the space. A New England-inspired lantern hangs above the island.

Neutral Traditional Kitchen With White Cabinets & Granite Countertops

Photo: Mark Borosch. From: Clifford Scholz

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Eat-In Kitchen Boasts White Cabinetry & Raised Breakfast Bar

Upper and lower cabinets provide ample storage in this eat-in kitchen. A raised breakfast bar serves four comfortably and is well-lit with three pendant lights above.

Cottage Kitchen With Island, Breakfast Bar

Photo: George Cott. From: Clifford Scholz

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Cottage Kitchen With Island, Breakfast Bar

With two islands, lots of counter space and an elevated breakfast bar, this cottage kitchen is perfect for cooking and entertaining. Antique pendant lights illuminate the workspace and brings in an aged rustic look.

White Traditional Kitchen With Industrial Pendant Lights

Photo: Stephen Allen Photography. From: John McClain Design

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White Traditional Kitchen With Industrial Pendant Lights

This white traditional kitchen features custom white Shaker-style cabinetry, dark oak floors, Carrara marble countertops, a custom white leather banquette and Thermador appliances. The large island has front and rear storage, as well as space for rustic bar stools.

Brown and White Mediterranean Kitchen With Wood Ceiling Beams

Photo: Spenser Bruce . From: Becker Studios

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Kitchen Blends Earthy Elements and Light Accents

Dark stain on dropped ceiling beams is repeated in the window moldings and open shelving in this airy Mediterranean-style kitchen, bringing unity to the space. Wood and stone elements add warmth, while white cabinetry and pops of bright color keep the tone light. Commercial-grade equipment turns the space into a true chef's kitchen.

Rustic Kitchen With Exposed Beams, Double Islands

Photo: Spenser Bruce. From: Becker Studios

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Rustic Chef's Kitchen With Double Islands

Beautiful and functional, this commercial-grade chef's kitchen has two islands with stone inserts in the wood countertops. Hand-turned wood legs add a furniture-quality to the islands, while exposed beams and spherical chandeliers bring a rustic quality to the space. Tile tapestry inserts add visual interest to the floor and as an added bonus, the tiles are heated.

Bamboo Kitchen With Wrought Iron Chandeliers and Island Seating

Photo: Daniel Contlemo. From: Daniel Contelmo

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Craftsman Kitchen With Kitchen Island Seating

This spacious kitchen features wall-to-wall bamboo cabinets paired with black glossy countertops and a wood paneled range hood. Two wrought iron lantern chandeliers hang above the kitchen island, which boasts a sink and plenty of room for casual dining seating.

Traditional White Kitchen With Brown Island and Barstools

Photo: Peter Krupenye. From: Daniel Contelmo

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Bright, Airy Kitchen Features Oversized Island

An oversized island centers this gorgeous kitchen, creating extra prep space and a perfect spot for casual dining. Crisp white cabinets and a white tile backsplash make the space feel bright and open. The corner of the room provides access to the butler's pantry, which offers extra storage space.

Wood-Paneled Kitchen and Dining Room With Wood Table

Photo: Taggart Sorensen. From: Specht Architects

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Wood-Paneled Kitchen and Dining Room With Wood Table

Beautiful wood paneling wraps this dining area and kitchen in warmth and organic harmony. In the tropical setting of Tulum, Mexico, the walls can disappear to let the indoors and outdoors blend.

Contemporary Kitchen With Open Shelves, Large Island and Dining Space

Photo: Specht Harpman. From: Specht Architects

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Contemporary Eat-In Kitchen Boasts Industrial Flair

This eat-in kitchen features a long, sleek dining table with seating for eight. Wood floors add a natural rusticity to the space, and the island on wheels adds an industrial touch.

Rustic Brown & Neutral Stone Kitchen With Black Island

Photo: David Lauer Photography. From: Duet Design Group

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Eat-In Kitchen Features Stone Walls & Spacious Island for Dining

While the color palette in this kitchen is subtle -- full of browns and beiges -- black and white accents add depth and interest throughout the room. Stone walls featuring arched entryways bring an old-world appeal to the space and juxtapose the contemporary cabinets and hanging light fixtures. The centerpiece of the room -- the kitchen island -- seats at least eight comfortably, perfect for a cozy meal with family or friends.

Photo: Alison Kandler. From: Alison Kandler

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Blue and Green Argyle Floor in Colorful Kitchen

This homeowner's love for color does not stop in the living room; this kitchen is chock full of color. The wood floor has been painted blue and green with an argyle pattern. A red kitchen island and blue double ovens accent the space. In the back of the bookcases, wallpaper has been applied to add more color to the space. The shelves are dotted with colorful pots, pans and dishes for easy access as well as decoration.

Kitchen with Exposed Beams and Large Island

Photo: Paul Brant Williger. From: Paul Brant Williger

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Large Chef Kitchen with Marble Backsplash, Exposed Ceiling Beams and Large Custom Island

This chef kitchen has elements of rustic, cottage and Mediterranean styles, which come together to create an amazing and eclectic space. Shelves replace cabinets to showcase special white serving pieces and dishes. The recessed backsplashes, crafted of single slabs of marble, are striking in their natural simplicity. A red-and-blue Oriental style rug brings a punch of color to the space