2018 Contractor of the Year (COTY) Residential Kitchen $30,001 to $60,000

Lindsay Rhodes
Inspiration for a mid-sized country single-wall separate kitchen in Dallas with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

A Decidedly Painterly Palette of Finishes

Dura Supreme Cabinetry

A decidedly painterly palette of cabinet finishes from Dura Supreme Cabinetry pleases the most discerning of color connoisseurs. A painter’s palette could not be more abundantly appointed with the nearly limitless color selections available from Dura Supreme. The rich, hand-wiped stains and color saturated paints are beautiful on their own or enhanced with layers of glaze and hand-detailing to create an antiqued appearance. Many of Dura Supreme's glazed finishes reveal the soft brush strokes and subtle variations of the artisan (craftsman) that created the finish. And if you still can’t find the exact shade of your heart’s desire, Dura Supreme will create the perfect color just for you with our Custom Color-Match Program AND our Personal Paint Match Program. Request a FREE Dura Supreme Brochure Packet: http://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochure Find a Dura Supreme Showroom near you today: http://www.durasupreme.com/dealer-locator

Calm Cool Kitchen Makeover

Farm Fresh Therapy

Chelsea Mohrman | farm fresh therapy
Design ideas for a country l-shaped separate kitchen in Columbus with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Island with seating

Kettle Co. Kitchens

A seated area in any Island is perfect for entertaining while preparing that special meal.
Inspiration for an expansive country galley eat-in kitchen in Cornwall with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, orange splashback, coloured appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Shooting Star 72, Teton Village, Wyoming

KAM Designs

Mountain Modern Kitchen featuring a built-in Sub-Zero Refrigerator.
Design ideas for an expansive country l-shaped open plan kitchen with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Doyle Lane Kitchen Renovation

Jordan Design-Build Group

This client came to us with a very clear vision of what she wanted, but she needed help to refine and execute the design. At our first meeting she described her style as somewhere between modern rustic and ‘granny chic’ – she likes cozy spaces with nods to the past, but also wanted to blend that with the more contemporary tastes of her husband and children. Functionally, the old layout was less than ideal with an oddly placed 3-sided fireplace and angled island creating traffic jams in and around the kitchen. By creating a U-shaped layout, we clearly defined the chef’s domain and created a circulation path that limits disruptions in the heart of the kitchen. While still an open concept, the black cabinets, bar height counter and change in flooring all add definition to the space. The vintage inspired black and white tile is a nod to the past while the black stainless range and matte black faucet are unmistakably modern. High on our client’s wish list was eliminating upper cabinets and keeping the countertops clear. In order to achieve this, we needed to ensure there was ample room in the base cabinets and reconfigured pantry for items typically stored above. The full height tile backsplash evokes exposed brick and serves as the backdrop for the custom wood-clad hood and decorative brass sconces – a perfect blend of rustic, modern and chic. Black and brass elements are repeated throughout the main floor in new hardware, lighting, and open shelves as well as the owners’ curated collection of family heirlooms and furnishings. In addition to renovating the kitchen, we updated the entire first floor with refinished hardwoods, new paint, wainscoting, wallcovering and beautiful new stained wood doors. Our client had been dreaming and planning this kitchen for 17 years and we’re thrilled we were able to bring it to life.

Crenshaw Residence

Jordan Iverson Signature Homes

Modern kitchen with dark stain shaker cabinets. Engineered quartz countertops by Caesarstone Cabinets. Stainless steel appliances.
Design ideas for a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Lancashire House

JAS Building Services

Charlie O'Beirne
This is an example of a mid-sized country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, brown benchtop and a drop-in sink.

Farmhouse Style

Studio KW Photography

Studio KW Photography Designed by: Masterpiece Design Group
This is an example of a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orlando with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Загородный дом

Aleksey Danilkin

Алексей Данилкин
Photo of a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Moscow with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, tile benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and a peninsula.

The Professor

One to One Studio

Copyright One to One Studio
This is an example of a small country u-shaped kitchen pantry in New York with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors and grey floor.

Rocking Kitchen!

Kat Nelson Designs

Lisa Konz Photography
Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with grey cabinets, blue splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops and medium hardwood floors.

Texas Ranch House

Southern Landscape

Southern Landscape completed all of the stonework in this Texas Ranch House. This stone wall integrates solid wood beams to define the kitchen and dining areas.

Farringdon Shaker smooth painted kitchen in Porcelain and Winter Teal

First Impressions Kitchens

Farringdon Shaker in Bespoke Winter Teal and Stocked Porcelain. First Impressions Kitchens
Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Manchester with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, no island, a drop-in sink, marble benchtops, ceramic floors and white appliances.

Cotswold Chapel Kitchen

Sustainable Kitchens

Glazed oak cabinet with LED lights painted in Farrow & Ball Chappell Green maximise the space by making the most of the high ceilings. The unified colour also creates a more spacious feeling. Pine table with chapel chair hint at the origins of the house as an old chapel with the limestone flooring adding to the rustic feel.

Our Tiny Tack House

The Tiny Tack House

http://chrisandmalissa.com/
Photo of a country kitchen in Seattle with a drop-in sink and wood benchtops.

5 B

Studio MW

Inspiration for a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, black floor and white benchtop.

5 B

Studio MW

Design ideas for a large country u-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, no island and white benchtop.

Birch Edge Grain Butcher Block Countertop

Hardwood Lumber Company

"Easy to order, product is made to order, was shipped with out getting damaged." Greg
Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Rustic Working Barn

Selle Valley Construction, Inc.

Compact kitchen in the Caretakers Apartment complete with 24" glass top GE Electric Free-Standing Range and 24" LG Fridge and Freezer Combo (not shown). Red painted shaker cabinets, with white glass knobs and Pental Quartz countertops and 4" blacksplash in "Polished Cashmere". Kohler stainless steel single bowl sink, top mounted, with Kohler Simplice faucet in vibrant stainless. Wall mounted sconce above the sink is Shades of Sleek Contemporary bath light in rubbed bronze. Walls are Sherwin Willams "White Heron Stain", baseboards, window sills and beams are hemlock in Wurth "Morgeau" stain. Flooring is Cathedral Plank in "Gold Coast Oak." Tongue and groove ceiling is rough sawn fir and spruce. Floating shelves on sink wall use floating shelve brackets and are finished in the same wood at the exposed beams.

Country Kitchen with a Drop-in Sink Design Ideas

There’s a lot to consider when it comes to planning your kitchen design. Where do you even start? Gathering some inspiration in a photo gallery is always a good starting point, as looking at different kitchen designs often brings up ideas you haven’t even thought of yet.

Browse Photos of Kitchen Designs for Inspiration and Collect Your Ideas

You can browse through photos of all kinds of kitchen styles, layouts and sizes on Houzz to get started before jumping into any design software or contacting a local professional for help. Here’s a few considerations to keep in mind when planning your kitchen.

1. What Makes a Good Country Kitchen Design, and Why is it Important?

For starters, you want to find a balance between aesthetics and function. You may have heard of the ‘kitchen work triangle’, which refers to the space between your fridge, sink and stove. You want everything within easy reach when you’re working in the kitchen and look beautiful at the same time. It’s a good idea to take note of both when browsing our photo gallery.

2. Consider Your Space to Determine Your Kitchen Layout

Firstly, consider the space you have, and the limitations that come with it. Do you have a small kitchen and need to maximise your workspace and storage? Can you allow yourself some more space and a big island with seating? Are you designing your kitchen from scratch or renovating an existing design? Which appliances do you already own and what are their measurements? Are there windows you need to take into consideration when planning cabinets? How do kitchen, living and dining areas connect? Depending on your space and needs, you want to use a shape that suits you. U, G, or L-shaped kitchen, with or without island or peninsula? Know your dimensions, plan cabinetry carefully and consider the placement of your appliances. You don’t want to end up with a finished design, only for your significant other to question where the fridge is supposed to go. Consider from the start where your fridge, oven, microwave and sink goes to save yourself from starting again from scratch - remember the kitchen work triangle! You also want to plan the layout of your cabinets. Maybe you’re planning for a pantry and can do with less storage space in your kitchen, so that your design can be one without upper or lower cabinets for a different look. A corner cabinet can be a smart storage solution if you want to keep the look clean and simple.

3. Decide on a Kitchen Style, But Don’t Forget Practicality

You want the style of your kitchen to reflect your personality and taste. We have curated a large array of kitchen styles here at Houzz, from traditional to contemporary to transitional and everything in between. Consider what your cooking style is for a start - Italy is known for its cuisine, so italian kitchen designs are generally popular. Also consider ergonomics - depending on how much time you spend in your kitchen, the height of your counters can make a big difference to your overall health. You also want to consider colour and finishes of cabinets, countertops and splashbacks. Which colour do you want your cupboards to be? Simple, timeless white or rather making a statement in black? Maybe rather a rustic wood? Also consider the colour of your floor - if you have dark floors, you may want to keep cabinets lighter. You could also go for an all-white look and choose black appliances for contrast. Once you know which style you fancy, don’t forget how you will be using the space. You want to keep cooking in mind, as well as how easy to clean and maintain the space will be. How many cooks do you need to accommodate? Do you have kids around? How much storage do you need? Maybe you want to go for open shelves rather than cabinets and allow for easy reach of key items you use when cooking. Again - remember the triangle! Lastly, choose lighting that both enhances the look of your kitchen as well as your cooking performance, providing light in all the right places.

4. Be Conscious of Your Budget

No matter what you plan for your kitchen design, cost is always a big factor. Be sure to plan with your budget in mind. It may make more sense to go for a modular kitchen design rather than custom build. You can save a lot of money if you get at least 3 estimates from professionals before locking in the job. And don’t forget to allow a 20% buffer for emergencies. Once you are ready to hire a pro, our directory will help you find one, no matter where you are. So whether you're looking for an Interior Designer in Melbourne or an Architect in Sydney, you can be sure to find a qualified expert for the job!