Kitchen with a Farmhouse Sink Design Ideas

Kitchen renovation, new layout with a meal table adjoining the island. Built-in pantry, appliance cupboard and integrated fridge.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Large transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Sydney with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Nestled within Sydney’s historic Millers Point, this 1860s Victorian terrace has been reimagined as a serene family sanctuary—where patina-rich surfaces meet contemporary elegance. The curated interiors tell a story of history-infused maximalism, where every layer reveals a detail in service of heritage, emotion, and craft. Lorena Gaxiola’s poetic vision was to celebrate the family’s tri-cultural identity through salvaged timbers, artisanal finishes, and restrained yet expressive craftsmanship. From reinstated cornices to hand-finished brass accents and kauri floorboards, each intervention evokes a dialogue between past and present. Realising that vision required deft navigation of significant constraints: extensive structural damage from decades of water ingress and termites, heritage restrictions that demanded visual continuity, and tight access that challenged the logistics of modern construction. As designers, we oversaw every detail—from heritage review and documentation to construction coordination and bespoke installations. Threading new electrical, climate, and plumbing systems through fragile timber bones took surgical precision. Yet the results were seamless: original chandeliers revived, floorboards restored or matched with reclaimed timber, and American oak joinery paired with brass trims and marble mosaics brought new life to tired volumes. Design decisions were driven by sustainability, narrative, and craftsmanship. Custom pieces were commissioned from masters in their field—such as Lowe Furniture’s bespoke creations and a custom mural by Indigenous artist Danie Mellor, which pays homage to the family’s cultural roots. Each space was approached with emotion and intentionality, particularly the bathrooms which the client described simply and joyfully as: “The bathrooms make me happy.” Every room in the home unfolds like a story—patterned tiles, textured stone, and layered materials come together to offer intimate moments of discovery. Our commitment extended from spatial planning to final flourishes. We handled styling, soft furnishing installation, custom window treatments, and every curated object. Furniture was sourced locally, materials were salvaged when possible, and thoughtful detailing elevated every corner. The result is a timeless, emotionally resonant home—one that celebrates craftsmanship, elevates functionality, and preserves a precious piece of Sydney’s architectural legacy for generations to come.

Contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

The tall run of cabinets is a striking and functional feature in this kitchen. At each end, the two double-door cupboards are dedicated crockery cupboards with fluted glass doors that open to reveal beautifully crafted oak interiors with matching oak shelves, perfect for organizing and displaying tableware. The two central doors are cleverly designed as 'secret doors' that lead directly into the walk-in pantry, blending seamlessly with the surrounding cabinetry. Adding to the practicality and charm, a ladder rail runs across the cabinetry, allowing easy access to the top cupboards where the homeowners store less frequently used items like vases. The cabinetry is painted in Little Greene 'Three Farm Green' adorned by Armac Martin handles in burnished brass.

A kitchen designed with a beautiful combination of hand-painted cabinetry and warm wood stain, creating a timeless contrast throughout the space. The island is finished in a rich wood stain and complete with banquette seating, bringing warmth, texture and character to the room. Above the mantle, the matching wood-stained cupboards tie the whole design together beautifully.

Design ideas for a small eclectic u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cornwall with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Essex with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, mirror splashback, with island, grey floor, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback and panelled appliances.

Design ideas for a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, black appliances, no island and brown floor.

We designed this bespoke hand-made galley kitchen, which allows the client to make the best use of the space and have something high quality that will last forever. The brass accents including the brass bridge tap adds warmth to the space. We knocked open that wall to put in wall-to-wall bi-folding doors so you can have an indoor-outdoor kitchen (when the weather is good!) to enlarge the space. Photographer: Nick George

Photo courtesy of Centaur Media. A bespoke hand-painted tulipwood kitchen with mobile island unit.
Design ideas for a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, medium hardwood floors, with island, red splashback, brick splashback and brown floor.

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This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Stockholm with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, with island, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and ceramic floors.

Design ideas for a small country galley eat-in kitchen in Cornwall with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and concrete benchtops.

A lay-on shaker style grey kitchen in a beautiful barn conversion with white quartz worktops and stainless steel appliances.
Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Hertfordshire with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

As featured in The Sunday Times. The owners of this period property wanted to add their own personal stamp without having to choose between design and functionality. Hill Farm offered practical solutions without compromising on style or space – side-by-side under counter fridges, bi-fold doors with adjustable shelves, maximum work space – created from solid wood and hand painted.

Timeless design, ornate detail, solid timber, hand painted kitchen.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Sydney with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, light hardwood floors, with island and a farmhouse sink.

Designed with family in mind for kitchen extension. Custom made kitchen, handcrafted at our workshop in Guildford, Surrey. Every inch of storage was thought through. There are 24 drawers, a breakfast pantry and glazed drinks bar cabinet. The oak table was designed and stained to bring the whole scheme together with the vintage Barristers Bookcases, a much loved family heir loom.

This period property was full of original features, not least the exposed wooden beams and posts, which needed to be incorporated into the design. It’s hard to decide which features stand out most - the central island, wrapped carefully around the wooden pillar; the original fireplace, now home to a range cooker and antique-finish mirrored splashback; the gorgeous dresser unit, with butler’s pantry and double door larder; or the fridge and wine rack cleverly fitted under the stairs. It was all finished with a Quooker boiling tap and hardware by Crofts & Assinder. The spacious utility was fitted with a dog shower for the clients’ two much-loved pets. A mixture of open shelving and floor-to-ceiling cabinets in this room allowed the client to maximise the storage space and we included a handy bench seat and coat hooks close to the back door - providing easy access after those wet dog walks! All projects require careful coordination between designer, project manager, builder, their trades, our fitter and, of course, the client, but none more so than this one - that this one went so smoothly is testament to the hard work and teamwork from everyone involved. Kitchen colours: island in Little Greene Pompeiian Ash, rest of the cabinetry in Little Greene Rolling Fog. This amazing kitchen and utility room formed part of a much larger, whole-house renovation, managed by Paul Butcher of JRB Building Ltd.

Shaker cabinetry with 45mm rails and stiles is painted in light green, paired with 30mm honed Carrara marble worktops. The sink is a Villeroy & Boch Farmhouse 800 Belfast, fitted with a Quooker Fusion Round in Patinated Brass and independent pull-out spray by Bidbury & Co in matching finish. Above, a solid oak shelf finished in Rubio Monocoat White Oak sits below Corston wall lights, with antique brass Corston Kilburn knobs and handles completing the run.