Country Kitchen with a Drop-in Sink and Limestone Floors Design Ideas

Lancashire Farmhouse style GIA: 330m² / GEA: 433m² £865,260 interior £250,000 Self-build Philip and Judi's oak-framed home is a perfect blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern interior design. The double-height entrance hall, framed with honey oak beams, features a sleek walnut staircase with glass balustrades, setting a luxurious tone upon arrival. The heart of the home, an open-plan Shaker-style kitchen and dining room, offers a warm, cosy atmosphere with exposed oak ceiling joists, large islands with induction hobs, double ovens, and a spacious fridge freezer, ideal for family living. The mezzanine landing provides panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and leads to five en-suite bedrooms, each with vaulted ceilings, creating a bright and airy feel. The master en-suite boasts a stunning gable window, framing the exact view Philip fell in love with, while the bold statement bathrooms throughout the house add a sense of modern luxury. A hidden entrance leads to Philip’s contemporary man cave, a contrasting retreat that looks out over the serene lake and stables. With three walls of floor-to-ceiling glazing, the garden room offers a tranquil space to relax while keeping an eye on the horses in the fields below. The living room features oak floor joists, adding warmth and character, while the impressive fireplace, built using the door jams from the original longhouse, serves as a striking centrepiece. French doors open out to the fields, making it the perfect space to unwind in the evenings. The home’s design harmonises perfectly with the natural landscape. The eastern elevation captures the sun, while panoramic honey oak apex windows allow light to flood into the cosy bedrooms, creating a luxurious hotel-like ambiance with a countryside twist. The bespoke chandelier, commissioned specifically for the double-height entrance hall, adds a touch of grandeur and is perfectly framed by the surrounding oak and glass. Every detail has been meticulously considered, from the lighting choices and colour schemes to the hidden man cave and feature walls, creating a home that is both practical and aesthetically stunning. The home’s natural honey-coloured stone exterior blends seamlessly with the landscape, giving the appearance of a property that has stood in its location for centuries. This oak-framed masterpiece combines modern luxury with timeless charm, making it the perfect countryside retreat.

Traditional shaker kitchen showcasing an Everhot oven
Inspiration for a mid-sized country open plan kitchen in West Midlands with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

We bring you a timeless charm from a Victorian property in Islington where darker, traditional woods have resurfaced. It’s a space that balances luxury with everyday life and completely transforms our client’s London townhouse. Our client chose a handmade kitchen to sit at the heart of the home, this was our Classic In-Frame style with a low profile beaded frame and inline plinth. Throughout the space metallic finishes and leather upholstered bar stools contribute to the modern ambience our client wanted to achieve in their renovated home. Our design-led approach delivers luxurious yet functional spaces for you, your family and your friends to enjoy. The space envelops you in a dramatic yet inviting atmosphere. The dark green tones are balanced by brass handles, marble quartz worktops, and light-coloured stone flooring, ensuring the ambience is striking without being overwhelming. Obsidian Green by Little Greene was hand-painted onto the cabinetry. This colour is a deep green paint shade often used to provide a dramatic backdrop to natural wood furnishings. A paint full of character that further enhances the walnut internals and the polished Valencia quartz worktop found around the kitchen. A well-appointed kitchen means choosing premium appliances that guarantee exceptional performance in the heart of the home. This kitchen design in particular knows how to deliver professional-level cooking with the choice of Obsidian Black Miele appliances. They include a Miele Oven, a Miele Steam Oven and a Miele Induction Hob. The breakfast pantry, it’s a cabinet where elegance meets unparalleled functionality! It hasn’t been designed just for storage but to revolutionise our client’s cooking experience for the day's most important meal. Enhance the centrepiece of your home beyond expectations, and design a bar area under the stairs! This made sense so an awkward gap wasn’t left. Our designer came up with this idea to fill the space with plenty more storage and create something truly special in this Victorian property that flowed smoothly from the kitchen into the beautiful dining space.

Inspiration for a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, limestone floors, multiple islands, grey cabinets and coloured appliances.

There is a lot to consider when designing a kitchen for a busy family. The kitchen is the centre of family life which means it's important to create a space that all the family can enjoy at the same time. Our brief was to design and create a kitchen that is both practical and beautiful for a busy working family, who enjoy socialising and entertaining guests. The result: "The new kitchen has really made a difference to day to day life, the end result has exceeded our expectations."

The simple floor Plan is inspired by the traditional Irish cottage with a double pitched 45 degree roof. The entrance and bathroom are at the centre while the Living Room / Kitchen and Bedroom are full width at ends. Photo by Denis O'Farrell

Photo of an expansive country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Hanover with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island and beige floor.

Photos by Ben Heath
Design ideas for a mid-sized country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Berkshire with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, limestone floors and with island.

Save space with the convincing of a tap that delivers instant hot/cold and boiling water for a quick brew!
This is an example of a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Cornwall with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, black appliances, limestone floors, with island, black floor and white benchtop.

Photo of a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, limestone floors and multiple islands.

Inspiration for a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Hanover with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, with island and beige floor.

We bring you a timeless charm from a Victorian property in Islington where darker, traditional woods have resurfaced. It’s a space that balances luxury with everyday life and completely transforms our client’s London townhouse. Our client chose a handmade kitchen to sit at the heart of the home, this was our Classic In-Frame style with a low profile beaded frame and inline plinth. Throughout the space metallic finishes and leather upholstered bar stools contribute to the modern ambience our client wanted to achieve in their renovated home. Our design-led approach delivers luxurious yet functional spaces for you, your family and your friends to enjoy. The space envelops you in a dramatic yet inviting atmosphere. The dark green tones are balanced by brass handles, marble quartz worktops, and light-coloured stone flooring, ensuring the ambience is striking without being overwhelming. Obsidian Green by Little Greene was hand-painted onto the cabinetry. This colour is a deep green paint shade often used to provide a dramatic backdrop to natural wood furnishings. A paint full of character that further enhances the walnut internals and the polished Valencia quartz worktop found around the kitchen. A well-appointed kitchen means choosing premium appliances that guarantee exceptional performance in the heart of the home. This kitchen design in particular knows how to deliver professional-level cooking with the choice of Obsidian Black Miele appliances. They include a Miele Oven, a Miele Steam Oven and a Miele Induction Hob. The breakfast pantry, it’s a cabinet where elegance meets unparalleled functionality! It hasn’t been designed just for storage but to revolutionise our client’s cooking experience for the day's most important meal. Enhance the centrepiece of your home beyond expectations, and design a bar area under the stairs! This made sense so an awkward gap wasn’t left. Our designer came up with this idea to fill the space with plenty more storage and create something truly special in this Victorian property that flowed smoothly from the kitchen into the beautiful dining space.

Traditional shaker kitchen showcasing an Everhot oven
This is an example of a mid-sized country open plan kitchen in West Midlands with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Lancashire Farmhouse style GIA: 330m² / GEA: 433m² £865,260 interior £250,000 Self-build Philip and Judi's oak-framed home is a perfect blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern interior design. The double-height entrance hall, framed with honey oak beams, features a sleek walnut staircase with glass balustrades, setting a luxurious tone upon arrival. The heart of the home, an open-plan Shaker-style kitchen and dining room, offers a warm, cosy atmosphere with exposed oak ceiling joists, large islands with induction hobs, double ovens, and a spacious fridge freezer, ideal for family living. The mezzanine landing provides panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and leads to five en-suite bedrooms, each with vaulted ceilings, creating a bright and airy feel. The master en-suite boasts a stunning gable window, framing the exact view Philip fell in love with, while the bold statement bathrooms throughout the house add a sense of modern luxury. A hidden entrance leads to Philip’s contemporary man cave, a contrasting retreat that looks out over the serene lake and stables. With three walls of floor-to-ceiling glazing, the garden room offers a tranquil space to relax while keeping an eye on the horses in the fields below. The living room features oak floor joists, adding warmth and character, while the impressive fireplace, built using the door jams from the original longhouse, serves as a striking centrepiece. French doors open out to the fields, making it the perfect space to unwind in the evenings. The home’s design harmonises perfectly with the natural landscape. The eastern elevation captures the sun, while panoramic honey oak apex windows allow light to flood into the cosy bedrooms, creating a luxurious hotel-like ambiance with a countryside twist. The bespoke chandelier, commissioned specifically for the double-height entrance hall, adds a touch of grandeur and is perfectly framed by the surrounding oak and glass. Every detail has been meticulously considered, from the lighting choices and colour schemes to the hidden man cave and feature walls, creating a home that is both practical and aesthetically stunning. The home’s natural honey-coloured stone exterior blends seamlessly with the landscape, giving the appearance of a property that has stood in its location for centuries. This oak-framed masterpiece combines modern luxury with timeless charm, making it the perfect countryside retreat.

Traditional shaker kitchen showcasing an Everhot oven
Inspiration for a mid-sized country open plan kitchen in West Midlands with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

We bring you a timeless charm from a Victorian property in Islington where darker, traditional woods have resurfaced. It’s a space that balances luxury with everyday life and completely transforms our client’s London townhouse. Our client chose a handmade kitchen to sit at the heart of the home, this was our Classic In-Frame style with a low profile beaded frame and inline plinth. Throughout the space metallic finishes and leather upholstered bar stools contribute to the modern ambience our client wanted to achieve in their renovated home. Our design-led approach delivers luxurious yet functional spaces for you, your family and your friends to enjoy. The space envelops you in a dramatic yet inviting atmosphere. The dark green tones are balanced by brass handles, marble quartz worktops, and light-coloured stone flooring, ensuring the ambience is striking without being overwhelming. Obsidian Green by Little Greene was hand-painted onto the cabinetry. This colour is a deep green paint shade often used to provide a dramatic backdrop to natural wood furnishings. A paint full of character that further enhances the walnut internals and the polished Valencia quartz worktop found around the kitchen. A well-appointed kitchen means choosing premium appliances that guarantee exceptional performance in the heart of the home. This kitchen design in particular knows how to deliver professional-level cooking with the choice of Obsidian Black Miele appliances. They include a Miele Oven, a Miele Steam Oven and a Miele Induction Hob. The breakfast pantry, it’s a cabinet where elegance meets unparalleled functionality! It hasn’t been designed just for storage but to revolutionise our client’s cooking experience for the day's most important meal. Enhance the centrepiece of your home beyond expectations, and design a bar area under the stairs! This made sense so an awkward gap wasn’t left. Our designer came up with this idea to fill the space with plenty more storage and create something truly special in this Victorian property that flowed smoothly from the kitchen into the beautiful dining space.

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Photo of an expansive country open plan kitchen in Hamburg with a drop-in sink, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, white appliances, limestone floors and beige floor.

A beautiful grey/brown fossil worktop and dark walnut island. Photos by Ben Heath
Design ideas for a mid-sized country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Berkshire with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, limestone floors and with island.

Traditional shaker kitchen showcasing an Everhot oven
Design ideas for a mid-sized country open plan kitchen in West Midlands with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, limestone floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.