This is an example of a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Cincinnati with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, metallic splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Idaho 550 sq ft FabCab

FabCab

Location: Sand Point, ID. Photos by Marie-Dominique Verdier; built by Selle Valley
Design ideas for a mid-sized country single-wall kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, medium hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

Kitchen

Forum Phi Architecture | Interiors | Planning

Design ideas for a country open plan kitchen in Denver with stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, white cabinets and metallic splashback.

Kitchen

Carpet One Floor & Home

LAMINATE FLOORING from Carpet One Floor & Home offers authentic wood and tile visuals, delivering a wide range of looks, colors, and gloss levels. On top of it's aesthetic appeal, this flooring product offers the benefit of having the lowest maintenance requirement of any floor on the market. Constructed using the most up-to-date technologies, laminate features eco-friendly, allergen-free surfaces, with unsurpassed scratch, scuff and dent resistance. In this kitchen, we love the warm honey colored maple this laminate mimics.

colorado vacation home

Jessica McIntyre Interiors

photography by james ray spahn
Photo of a mid-sized country separate kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets and blue benchtop.

My Houzz: Rustic Meets Refined in a Converted Ohio Barn

Adrienne DeRosa

Tucked neatly into an existing bay of the barn, the open kitchen is a comfortable hub of the home. Rather than create a solid division between the kitchen and the children's TV area, Franklin finished only the lower portion of the post-and-beam supports. The ladder is one of the original features of the barn that Franklin could not imagine ever removing. Cleverly integrated into the support post, its original function allowed workers to climb above large haystacks and pick and toss hay down a chute to the feeding area below. Franklin's children, 10 and 14, also enjoy this aspect of their home. "The kids and their friends run, slide, climb up the ladder and have a ton of fun," he explains, "It’s a barn! It is a place to share with friends and family." Adrienne DeRosa Photography

Crisp Architects

Photography by Rob Karosis
Design ideas for a country eat-in kitchen in New York with mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, marble benchtops, metallic splashback, a drop-in sink and beaded inset cabinets.

Housley Home

Timeless Kitchen Cabinetry

Rachael Black
This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped kitchen in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, metal splashback and medium hardwood floors.

South Beach Exquisite House

2id Interiors

Large country galley separate kitchen in Miami with metallic splashback, dark hardwood floors, a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and black floor.

Barn Conversion Project

Yiangou Architects

Photo of a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Gloucestershire with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, metal splashback, coloured appliances, with island and metallic splashback.

Hen House

Classic Kitchens & Interiors

Brian Vanden-Brink, Photographer
Photo of a small country kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances and light hardwood floors.

Terenure, Dublin

Woodale

Photo of a country galley open plan kitchen in Dublin with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, light hardwood floors, with island and stainless steel appliances.

Quaker Bluff Residence

Birdseye Design

Country kitchen in Burlington with stainless steel appliances, stainless steel benchtops, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an integrated sink, metallic splashback and metal splashback.

Springdale Farmhouse - Kitchen

Risinger Homes

This is an example of a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, metallic splashback, metal splashback and white appliances.

The Maker's House

Unique Homestays

Inspiration for a large country open plan kitchen in Essex with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and brown benchtop.

Rendezvous

LKID

Design ideas for a country eat-in kitchen in Jackson with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Sea Ranch Residence 1

Turnbull Griffin Haesloop

Photo by David Wakely
Design ideas for a country eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, metallic splashback, light hardwood floors and with island.

Half Way, OR: Pat & Patti Walker

Sarah Greenman

Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2013 Houzz
This is an example of a country kitchen in Boise with metal splashback, coloured appliances, tile benchtops, metallic splashback and shaker cabinets.

Hilton Head Island Renovation

Full Circle Development

Inspiration for a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Classic In-Frame Cock Bead Shaker - Margaretting, Ingatestone

Handmade Kitchen Co

Keeping the property’s original and distinctive features in the beautiful Essex countryside, the kitchen stands at the centre of the home where the function is met with a warm and inviting charm that blends seamlessly with its surroundings. Our clients had set their minds on creating an awe-inspiring challenge of breathing new life into their historic property, where this extensive restoration project would soon include a stunning Handmade Kitchen Company classic English kitchen at its heart. They wanted something that would take them on culinary adventures and allow them to host lively gatherings. After looking through our portfolio of projects, our clients found one particular kitchen they wanted to make happen in their home, so we copied elements of the design but made it their own. This is our Classic Shaker with a cock beaded front frame with mouldings. The past was certainly preserved and to this day, the focus remains on achieving a delicate balance that pays homage to the past while incorporating contemporary sensibilities to transform it into a forever family home. A larger, more open family space was created which enabled the client to tailor the whole room to their requirements. The colour choices throughout the whole project were a combination of Slaked Lime Deep No.150 and Basalt No.221, both from Little Greene. Due to the space, an L-shaped layout was designed, with a kitchen that was practical and built with zones for cooking and entertaining. The strategic positioning of the kitchen island brings the entire space together. It was carefully planned with size and positioning in mind and had adequate space around it. On the end of the island is a bespoke pedestal table that offers comfy circle seating. No classic English country kitchen is complete without a Shaws of Darwen Sink. Representing enduring quality and a tribute to the shaker kitchen’s heritage, this iconic handcrafted fireclay sink is strategically placed beneath one of the beautiful windows. It not only enhances the kitchen’s charm but also provides practicality, complemented by an aged brass Perrin & Rowe Ionian lever handle tap and a Quooker Classic Fusion in patinated brass. This handcrafted drinks dresser features seamless organisation where it balances practicality with an enhanced visual appeal. It bridges the dining and cooking space, promoting inclusivity and togetherness. Tapping into the heritage of a pantry, this walk-in larder we created for our client is impressive and matches the kitchen’s design. It certainly elevates the kitchen experience with bespoke artisan shelves and open drawers. What else has been added to the space, is a Liebherr side-by-side built-in fridge freezer and a Liebherr full-height integrated wine cooler in black. We believe every corner in your home deserves the touch of exquisite craftsmanship and that is why we design utility rooms that beautifully coexist with the kitchen and accommodate the family’s everyday functions. Continuing the beautiful walnut look, the backdrop and shelves of this delightful media wall unit make it a truly individual look. We hand-painted the whole unit in Little Greene Slaked Lime Deep. Connecting each area is this full-stave black American walnut dining table with a 38mm top. The curated details evoke a sense of history and heritage. With it being a great size, it offers the perfect place for our clients to hold gatherings and special occasions with the ones they love the most.

Country Kitchen with Metallic Splashback 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!