As part of a housing development surrounding Donath Lake, this Passive House in Colorado home is striking with its traditional farmhouse contours and estate-like French chateau appeal. The vertically oriented design features steeply pitched gable roofs and sweeping details giving it an asymmetrical aesthetic. The interior of the home is centered around the shared spaces, creating a grand family home. The two-story living room connects the kitchen, dining, outdoor patios, and upper floor living. Large scale windows match the stately proportions of the home with 8’ tall windows and 9’x9’ curtain wall windows, featuring tilt-turn windows within for approachable function. Black frames and grids appeal to the modern French country inspiration highlighting each opening of the building’s envelope.

South Georgia Sanctuary

Lola Interiors

Photo: Jessie Preza Photography
Design ideas for a small transitional galley kitchen pantry in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Rustic Luxury Kitchen

Dream Kitchens

Design ideas for a large country l-shaped separate kitchen in Detroit with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, orange floor and beige benchtop.

Numerous projects throughtout NC & SC

Brown's Woodworking

Traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Charleston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, beige benchtop, exposed beam, timber and vaulted.

interior design

aprtmnt. interior design + consulting

Auch eine Ikea-Küche kann ein echter Eyechatcher sein! Diese matt schwarze Küche wurde exakt in die Nische eingepasst, ein hässlicher Boiler wurde mit einem nach oben geöffneten Hochschrank mit seitlichen Lüftungsschlitzen verkleidet, der unten Platz für einen integrierten Kühlschrank bietet. Es wurde eine Massivholzplatte vom Schreiner verbaut, das überstehende Keramikbecken passt wunderschön zum Eichenholz und harmoniert perfekt mit den weissen Wandpanelen. Die Unterbauschränke wurden mit LED-Platten bestückt, die sich dimmen lassen.

Rénovation Complete Appartement dans Lyon

RefR

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen in Lyon with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

Serpent Lake 1

Lands End Development - Designers & Builders

Mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, slate splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and beige benchtop.

Reforma apartamento turístico Santa Clara

onahome

Paola Rodriguez Wirth, Ona Home
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped kitchen in Malaga with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Astor Revival

Heidi Pribell Interiors

Michael J. Lee
This is an example of a traditional l-shaped kitchen in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, white appliances, with island and beige benchtop.

Spanish Modern Kitchen Remodel

Wilder Design Co.

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, no island, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Classic Spanish Renewed

Nyhus Design Group

Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Whole House Remodel and Addition - Woodland Heights

Greymark Design + Build

Site built shaker style kitchen cabinets in knotty alder. Countertops are leathered toblerone granite. Range and dishwasher are kitchenaid. Microwave and trim kit are Sharp. Wine cooler by Whirlpool. Apron front undermount sink by Kohler and faucet by Brizo. Floors are ceramic 16x24 tile. Backsplash is ceramic alabaster crackle tile in 3x12. Photo credit: Kathleen Ryan

French Broad Crossing New Build

Hearth and Home: Interiors & Antiques

Transitional l-shaped kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

A Tranquil Fusion of Green and White Kitchen Renovation

Boss Design Center

Welcome to our latest kitchen renovation project, where classic French elegance meets contemporary design in the heart of Great Falls, VA. In this transformation, we aim to create a stunning kitchen space that exudes sophistication and charm, capturing the essence of timeless French style with a modern twist. Our design centers around a harmonious blend of light gray and off-white tones, setting a serene and inviting backdrop for this kitchen makeover. These neutral hues will work in harmony to create a calming ambiance and enhance the natural light, making the kitchen feel open and welcoming. To infuse a sense of nature and add a striking focal point, we have carefully selected green cabinets. The rich green hue, reminiscent of lush gardens, brings a touch of the outdoors into the space, creating a unique and refreshing visual appeal. The cabinets will be thoughtfully placed to optimize both functionality and aesthetics. Throughout the project, our focus is on creating a seamless integration of design elements to produce a cohesive and visually stunning kitchen. The cabinetry, hood, light fixture, and other details will be meticulously crafted using high-quality materials, ensuring longevity and a timeless appeal. Countertop Material: Quartzite Cabinet: Frameless Custom cabinet Stove: Ilve 48" Hood: Plaster field made Lighting: Hudson Valley Lighting

Rénovation complète d'un appartement Marseillais

Ateliers YOMA

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Marseille with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, no island, red floor and beige benchtop.

Oak Knoll Renovation

Vertical Interior Design Studio

The appliance wall houses a beautiful 48” w Sub Zero fridge and Miele Coffee, Steam and Ovens. The custom vertical wine elements provide visual texture and additional storage. We included a visually interesting faucet and polished nickel hardware that tie in the modern feel of the kitchen with the country architecture.

Cocina

Eleuve Interiorismo

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, coloured appliances, with island, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Wood House

Jon Stuefloten Restoration Painting

Mid-sized u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Transitional Lancaster Kitchen

TK Building & Design

This transitional kitchen brings in clean lines, simple cabinets, warm earth tones accents, and lots of function. This kitchen has a small footprint and had very little storage space. Our clients wanted to add more space, somehow, get the most storage possible, make it feel bright and open, have a desk area, and somewhere that could function as a coffee area. By taking out the doorway into the dining room, we were able to extend the cabinetry into the dining room, giving them their desk area as well as storage and a nice area for guests! A custom appliance garage was made that allows you to have all the necessities right at your hands and gives you the ability to close it up and hide all of the appliances. Trash, spice, tray, and drawer pull outs were added for function, as well as 2 lazy susans, wine storage, and deep drawers for pots and pans. The homeowner fell in love with the matte white GE Cafe appliances with the brushed bronze accents, and quite frankly, so did we! Once we found those, we knew we wanted to incorporate that metal throughout the kitchen. New hardwood flooring was installed in the kitchen and finished to match the existing wood in the dining room. We brought the warmth up to eye level with open shelving stained to match. We love creating with our clients, and this kitchen was no exception! We are thrilled with how everything came together.

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.

Kitchen with a Farmhouse Sink and 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 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!