Escape to the country with us and check out our latest In-Frame Shaker that has been added to the portfolio. Nestled in a lovely location just north of Chelmsford, this country home was destined for a bespoke handmade kitchen at its heart. Working with our clients and the existing space, we produced a design that would marry the earthy tones, large windows and beautiful sunlight. The real emphasis was put not only on the practicality of the kitchen layout but the symmetry, clean lines and flow of the design. It has made the family use their kitchen different from their previous one, as cabinetry has been intelligently designed so that primary tasks can be carried out efficiently between the sink area, oven and refrigerator. Each of the working zones has helped the space flow and function naturally, enabling the family to perform daily tasks with ease. Bringing you Neff’s latest design, to this country kitchen in its own housing. Our client wanted something new and enticing to add to their kitchen design and opted for the new colourway, Graphite by Neff. The brief was to choose appliances that would be the latest trend but also a convenient way of cooking and of course looked good! Although the kitchen has been designed to suit a country vibe, it has a wonderful array of modern features including a Quooker Flex tap in a chrome finish – a handy, flexible pull-out hose, that dispenses 100°C boiling, hot and cold water.

View Drive Remodel

Integrity Design Studio, LLC

This modern-farmhouse kitchen remodel was part of an entire home remodel in the Happy Canyon area of Santa Ynez. The overall project was designed to maximize the views, with the interiors lending a modern and inspired, yet warm and relaxed transition to the landscape of mountains, horses and vineyards just outside.

Transitional Stand-Alone Condo

DK Homes

This stand-alone condominium blends traditional styles with modern farmhouse exterior features. Blurring the lines between condominium and home, the details are where this custom design stands out; from custom trim to beautiful ceiling treatments and careful consideration for how the spaces interact. The exterior of the home is detailed with white horizontal siding, vinyl board and batten, black windows, black asphalt shingles and accent metal roofing. Our design intent behind these stand-alone condominiums is to bring the maintenance free lifestyle with a space that feels like your own.

Montclair European Kitchen

G&L and Sons Renovations

Inspiration for a large country galley separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black appliances, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, black cabinets, marble benchtops and medium hardwood floors.

Farmington Kitchen 2

B2 Design Build

Bob Geifer Photography
Photo of a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Double Sided Stone Fireplace with Copper Chimney

Ron Brown - The Finisher

This double sided fireplace is the pièce de résistance in this river front log home. It is made of stacked stone with an oxidized copper chimney & reclaimed barn wood beams for mantels. Steel flat bar was installed as a detail around the perimeter of the loft.

Shaker kitchen - Highgate

LLI Design

Shaker kitchen with grey units, copper detailing and a focal navy range cooker, with navy splash metro tile splash back above.
Inspiration for a large country open plan kitchen in London with raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, ceramic splashback, porcelain floors, with island, black appliances and black splashback.

Bryce Dallas Howard's New York Home

Emily Pertzborn Interiors

This is an example of a large country u-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, marble floors, with island, multi-coloured floor, black benchtop and exposed beam.

Kitchen

Oakwrights

Inspiration for a country open plan kitchen in Essex with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black appliances, with island and white benchtop.

Ketchum Remodel

Magleby Construction - Sun Valley

cabin remodel
Photo of a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Boise with black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, beige benchtop, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets and white splashback.

Hobart, IN. Haas Signature Collection. Rustic Maple Kitchen

Bailey's Cabinets

Cabinet Brand: Haas Signature Collection Wood Species: Maple Cabinet Finish: Pecan Door Style: Shakertown V Counter top: Hanstone Quartz, Bevel edge, Serenity color

Brady-Bündchen II Residence

Landry Design Group, Inc.

Design ideas for a country kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Farmhouse Kitchen Remodel

LD's Unlimited Home Improvement

Design ideas for a mid-sized country galley separate kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Waypoint Living Spaces

CarpetsPlus Colortile MA

Photo of a large country u-shaped separate kitchen in Providence with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Rural Kewanee Kitchen Remodel With Rustic Beech Cabinets and White Sand Granite

Village Home Stores

A rural Kewanee home gets a remodeled kitchen featuring Rustic Beech cabinetry and White Sand Granite tops, Black Stainless Steel appliances, and the legrand undercabinet lighting system. Kitchen remodeled from start to finish by Village Home Stores.

Country Kitchen inspired by HGTV Fixer Upper

Design by Numbers / Rebecca Zajac LLC

This is an example of a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Las Vegas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, onyx benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Rustic Kitchen Reno

Refined House, LLC

Small country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, stone tile splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors and a peninsula.

Wisconsin Hills Hideaway

Roughing It In Style

Inspiration for a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors and no island.

Antique Historic Plank Flooring - Barn Loft

Olde Wood Ltd.

Our Antique Historic Plank flooring captures the true spirit of owning a reclaimed hardwood floor. Harvested from century-old barns and wooden industrial structures, this floor transforms a room into a living history lesson filled with character marks earned from years of faithful use. With a rich mixture of reclaimed hardwoods, saw marks, natural checking, color and texture, this floor is unmatched in it’s ability to attract attention. The perfect solution for a truly unique floor, wall or ceiling treatment.

Les Hogues

CP Design Interieur

Les niches ouvertes apportent la couleur chaleureuse du chêne cognac et allègent visuellement le bloc de colonnes qui aurait été trop massif si entièrement fermé!

Country Kitchen with Black Appliances 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!