48 Designer Kitchens You Gotta See
We've chosen our 48 favorite kitchen designs. From traditional to modern, elegant to cozy and casual, these rooms are true hearts of the home.
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.
From:
Barron Custom Design
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.
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.
From:
Raegan Ford
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.
From:
Chango and Co.
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.
From:
Seek Interior Design
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.
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.
From:
Jordan Iverson
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.
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.
From:
AVID Associates
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.
From:
Alan Metcalfe
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.
From:
Andrea Schumacher
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.
From:
Robin LaMonte
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.
From:
John Siemering Homes
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.
From:
Linc Thelen Design
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.
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.
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
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 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.
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 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.
From:
Studio Thomas
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.
From:
Katy Lyons
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.
From:
Rafe Churchill
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.
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.
From:
Inplace Studio
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.
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.
Breathtaking Kitchen With Lantern Pendants
Mediterranean-style pendants above the marble-topped island yield a visual tension that balances classic beauty with exotic charm.
From:
Julie Dodson
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 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.
From:
Bill Bocken
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.
From:
Bill Bocken
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.
From:
Bill Bocken
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.
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.
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.
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.
From:
Clifford Scholz
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.
From:
Clifford Scholz
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.
From:
Clifford Scholz
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.
From:
John McClain Design
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.
From:
Becker Studios
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.
From:
Becker Studios
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.
From:
Daniel Contelmo
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.
From:
Daniel Contelmo
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.
From:
Specht Architects
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.
From:
Specht Architects
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.
From:
Duet Design Group
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.
From:
Alison Kandler
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
