The original kitchen was designed and built by the original homeowner, needless to say neither design nor building was his profession. Further, the entire house has hydronic tubing in gypcrete for heat which means to utilities (water, ventilation or power) could be brought up through the floor or down from the ceiling except on the the exterior walls. The current homeowners love to cook and have a seasonal garden that generates a lot of lovely fruits and vegetables for both immediate consumption and preserving, hence, kitchen counter space, two sinks, the induction cooktop and the steam oven were all 'must haves' for both the husband and the wife. The beautiful wood plank porcelain tile floors ensures a slip resistant floor that is sturdy enough to stand up to their three four-legged children. Utilizing the three existing j-boxes in the ceiling, the cable and rail system combined with the under cabinet light illuminates every corner of this formerly dark kitchen. The rustic knotty alder cabinetry, wood plank tile floor and the bronze finish hardware/lighting all help to achieve the rustic casual look the homeowners craved. Photo by A Kitchen That Works LLC

Abbeywood Kitchens

Abbeywood Furniture Ltd

Abbeywood Furniture is a family owned and run business in Mourneabbey, Mallow, Co. Cork. We design and make high quality kitchens and handmade bespoke furniture to our client’s specifications and budget. Our range includes everything from the budget kitchen to the top end handmade and handpainted bespoke kitchen. We also design wardrobes, walk-in wardrobes, alcove units, rad covers, tables, office furniture. Our designer, Donal Fitzpatrick has over 30 years designing and manufacturing furniture, 20 years here at Abbeywood. Our showroom is open by appointment. Please ring our office to make an appointment to call and meet our sales team.

Southern Living House

Cindy Aplanalp & Chairma Design Group

Open, warm and welcoming-is this full loaded kitchen. The hand finished walnut bar is a favorite gathering place. Not shown is an attached 'morning room' that is well used for the day's first cup of joe!

Modern Rustic Island Kitchen

Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.

This absolutely stunning cottage kitchen will catch your eye from the moment you set foot in the front door. Situated on an island up in the Muskoka region, this cottage is bathed in natural light, cooled by soothing cross-breezes off the lake, and surrounded by greenery outside the windows covering almost every wall. The distressed and antiqued spanish cedar cabinets and island are complemented by white quartz countertops and a fridge and pantry finished with antiqued white panels. Ambient lighting, fresh flowers, and a set of classic, wooden stools add to the warmth and character of this fabulous hosting space - perfect for the beautiful family who lives there!⠀

Fox Country Farmhouse

Buchanan Construction

This Beautiful Country Farmhouse rests upon 5 acres among the most incredible large Oak Trees and Rolling Meadows in all of Asheville, North Carolina. Heart-beats relax to resting rates and warm, cozy feelings surplus when your eyes lay on this astounding masterpiece. The long paver driveway invites with meticulously landscaped grass, flowers and shrubs. Romantic Window Boxes accentuate high quality finishes of handsomely stained woodwork and trim with beautifully painted Hardy Wood Siding. Your gaze enhances as you saunter over an elegant walkway and approach the stately front-entry double doors. Warm welcomes and good times are happening inside this home with an enormous Open Concept Floor Plan. High Ceilings with a Large, Classic Brick Fireplace and stained Timber Beams and Columns adjoin the Stunning Kitchen with Gorgeous Cabinets, Leathered Finished Island and Luxurious Light Fixtures. There is an exquisite Butlers Pantry just off the kitchen with multiple shelving for crystal and dishware and the large windows provide natural light and views to enjoy. Another fireplace and sitting area are adjacent to the kitchen. The large Master Bath boasts His & Hers Marble Vanity's and connects to the spacious Master Closet with built-in seating and an island to accommodate attire. Upstairs are three guest bedrooms with views overlooking the country side. Quiet bliss awaits in this loving nest amiss the sweet hills of North Carolina.

Cucina stile Provenzale

CP Basalti srl

In questa cucina abbiamo realizzato il top e il lavandino utilizzando Marmo biancone, i rivestimenti delle pareti in Marmo rosso intarsiato da Trachiti. In particolare modo spicca il lavandino di notevoli dimensioni realizzato da un unico blocco di Marmo.

Dream Kitchen

Design By Deborah Ltd

Inspiration for a mid-sized country kitchen in Berkshire with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, wood benchtops and beige benchtop.

Rustic Modern Kitchen

Haste Woodcraft

Built-in custom paneled dishwasher. Heather Harris Photography, LLC
This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Indianapolis with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, with island, an undermount sink, light hardwood floors and beige benchtop.

San Mateo Black And White Farm Kitchen

LA Architectural Visualization

Design ideas for a large country kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, brown floor, beige benchtop and vaulted.

Cozy Khaki Kitchen

M&M Interiors

We were excited that our client was happy to do a painted cabinet in a color that is not seen everyday. We just love how cozy and warm it turned out! The cabinets are custom and the tiles are hand made, adding to the charm.

Farmhouse Kitchen

Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Belvue Lane Residence

William Guidero Planning and Design

Contractor: Legacy CDM Inc. | Interior Designer: Kim Woods & Trish Bass | Photographer: Jola Photography
This is an example of a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Country Cottage Kitchen

Hill Farm Furniture Ltd

The beauty of hand-painted, handmade kitchens is that they can be easily added to. This client already had a Hill Farm Furniture kitchen and when they decided to make the area bigger, they asked us back. We redesigned the layout of the kitchen, taking into account their growing family's needs. Bespoke cabinets in a fresh new colour with new Broughton of Leicester door and drawer handles, new appliances and taps created a brand new cosy and homely kitchen. And we didn't stop there, designing, manufacturing and installing bespoke vanity units in the cottage's new ensuite and bathroom.

Hamptons Industrial Modern Farmhouse

User

Photo of a country kitchen in New York with stainless steel appliances, stone tile splashback, beige splashback, dark wood cabinets, flat-panel cabinets and beige benchtop.

Color Block Red

McCabe By Design LLC

The kitchen island is comprised of pull-out trash & recycling, cookbook shelves, wine storage, seating and a microwave oven niche. Bunn feet give the island a furniture look.

Custom Home

Garabedian Properties Custom Home Builder

Inspiration for an expansive country galley eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Nestle Custom Home

LakeCrest Builders

LakeCrest Builders built this custom home for a client. The project was completed in 2016. The custom-made iron range hood was created by the same craftsman that also completed two tables, the great room mantle, and corbels for the bar.

Flawless Farmhouse

Fresh Air Designs, Inc.

This stunning English farmhouse kitchen is the definition of classic charm. The neutral tones of the beaded inset beige cabinetry are perfectly accented by the antique brass hardware. Complete with a paneled cabinet door for the refrigerator, the simplicity of this kitchen is focused on the large open and inviting design. WIth blending complementary colors, this farmhouse kitchen is understated yet crisp in its presentation of beauty.

The Lucky Horseshoe

The Barefoot Blackbird Design

Photo of a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Luxury Country Living

Collins Builders

Design ideas for a large country single-wall eat-in kitchen in Jacksonville with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Country Kitchen with Beige Benchtop 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!