Kitchen Planning Guide: Ideas and Inspiration

For a classic and timeless look, add subway tile behind a wall-mounted range hood and unique pendant lighting above an island. A double wall oven and white cabinets with a cocoa glaze adds a luxurious touch to this chic kitchen.

Mix and match countertops, cabinet doors and hardware for a custom eye-catching look. A unique patterned backsplash ties the blacks and whites together in this kitchen, and a tiered island provides prep space and seating for casual meals.

This contemporary kitchen features a double-duty island bench that uses this open space efficiently. Interior cabinet puck lighting draws attention to beautiful tableware, while an oversized pendant light and mosaic tile backsplash pull this room together.

Using glass display cabinets to showcase tableware that complements the subway tile backsplash is the perfect way to make a statement. Adding a pendant light and prep sink to the island makes it easy for two cooks to work in this kitchen.

Pairing white cabinets with a rustic wood-look tile floor and a red oak range hood cover gives this kitchen a modern farmhouse feel. The clear bottle shade on the pendant light conveys a vintage style and sliding barn doors are used to conceal a well-stocked pantry.

Stainless steel brick tile works perfectly with silver grout for a polished modern look in this kitchen. Extending the backsplash upward behind the floating wall shelves provides a great background for tableware on display. The large island doubles as prep and storage space.

The crystal knobs, crown moulding and globe lighting in this kitchen provide a modern and charming feel. Painting the cabinets and range hood cover the same color is a great way to refresh your kitchen and give a uniform look.

Modern wall cabinets without pulls provide efficient, easy-access storage. The built-in microwave and wall oven offer a sleek, high-end look, and the white marble backsplash ties in the stainless steel appliances.

This rustic artisan kitchen showcases an apron-front sink, freestanding island and warm wood finish cabinets. A dramatic chandelier provides just enough task lighting for the island while antiqued bronze fixtures and cabinet hardware complete this look.

This space was designed with entertaining in mind. The island provides a sink, work surface and space for guests to mingle and sit. Modern cabinets, stone-look flooring, an eye-catching backsplash and a high-profile range hood make this a kitchen to show off.

Check out the rest of our Kitchen Planning Guide series:

Kitchen Planning Guide: Create a Budget
Kitchen Planning Guide: Layout and Design
Kitchen Planning Guide: Manage Your Project