Soapstone Kitchen Countertops in St. Louis Metro Area

Inspiration for a large transitional galley eat-in kitchen in St Louis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Soapstone Kitchen Countertops in St. Louis Metro Area

Titan Granite STL

Design ideas for a large transitional galley eat-in kitchen in St Louis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Kitchen Renovation

Joni Spear Interior Design

The appliance garage houses the espresso maker and toaster. When not in use it's hidden out of sight.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in St Louis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Peppermill & Englishpub Thin Brick Kitchen - North Carolina

General Shale

Rustic kitchen design featuring 50/50 blend of Peppermill and Englishpub thin brick with Ivory Buff mortar.
This is an example of a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with white cabinets, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, soapstone benchtops, red splashback and black benchtop.

1840's Stone Home Addition

Julie Kardatzke Architect, LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Tops, Floors and Backsplash

Malsnee Tile and Stone, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors, with island, red floor and black benchtop.

Saucon Valley Classic

Jarrett Design

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and grey benchtop.

Guggenhill Residence

KA DesignWorks

Large contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Kitchen and Family Room with Double Sided Fireplace

Platt Builders

KT2DesignGroup Michael J Lee Photography
This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Custom Transitional Kitchens

Pars Design Plus

This is an example of a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Miami with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Hopkinton Historic Home Renovation

Archambault Construction

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

La Grange Kitchen

Sheri's Design and Consulting

The large wood beam, brick tile backsplash, and exposed brick post add to the rustic feel of this kitchen. La Grange, Illinois
Large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, white cabinets, medium hardwood floors, a farmhouse sink, soapstone benchtops, stone tile splashback, brown splashback and brown floor.

Finnell Kitchen

George's Kitchens, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Sunny Kitchen Remodel

Bryhn Design/Build

Here you can see the full kitchen space. The black & blue island is a nice accent to break up the natural brown hues of the flooring, cabinets, and granite counter top. High set pendant lights add function and beauty without being obstructive when working on the island.

Kitchens

Samuelson Cabinets, LLC

Heidi A. Long
Mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, brick floors and with island.

San Diego Kitchen Remodel 5

Remodel Works Bath & Kitchen

This small, rectangular shaped San Diego kitchen remodel was inspired by white and gray earth tones. It was built modern with white cabinets, modern hardware, soapstone countertops and subway tiling. www.remodelworks.com

Whole house renovation

Landmark Services Inc

Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops and white splashback.

Rustic Arts and Crafts Kitchen

Main Line Kitchen Design

Shaker Rustic Alder, Whitewash finish. Granite tops, Main Line Kitchen Design specializes in creative design solutions for kitchens in every style. Working with our designers our customers create beautiful kitchens that will be stand the test of time.

Buena Vista Residence

Schwartz and Architecture

Typical of many San Francisco Victorians, this home’s kitchen had evolved over the years out of an enclosed porch. The centerpiece of the new light-filled space is a custom island / drop-leaf table that converts from a casual family dining area to an ample area for the children’s art projects, or seating for twelve. Open shelving and a series of custom ledges for the family’s seasonal canning efforts intensify the casual, working feel to the kitchen, which is both modern, yet appropriate to the essence of the home. Photography: Matthew Millman

TALL PANTRY AND DRAWERS

Molly J Littlejohn Design

Photo of a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Eat-in Kitchen with Soapstone Benchtops 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 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!