This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Columbus with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone benchtops, green splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Merillat Masterpiece Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

Curtis Lumber Ballston Spa

This inviting gourmet kitchen designed by Curtis Lumber Co., Inc. is perfect for the entertaining lifestyle of the homeowners who wanted a modern farmhouse kitchen in a new construction build. The look was achieved by mixing in a warmer white finish on the upper cabinets with warmer wood tones for the base cabinets and island. The cabinetry is Merillat Masterpiece, Ganon Full overlay Evercore in Warm White Suede sheen on the upper cabinets and Ganon Full overlay Cherry Barley Suede sheen on the base cabinets and floating shelves. The leg of the island has a beautiful taper to it providing a beautiful architectural detail. Shiplap on the window wall and on the back of the island adds a little extra texture to the space. A microwave drawer in a base cabinet, placed near the refrigerator, creates a separate cooking zone. Tucked in on the outskirts of the kitchen is a beverage refrigerator providing easy access away from cooking areas Ascendra Pulls from Tob Knobs in flat black adorn the cabinetry. Photos property of Curtis Lumber Co., Inc.

San Blas

Jula Cole Design

samantha goh
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Custom Modern Barn

Bartelt. The Remodeling Resource

Photo Credit - David Bader
Design ideas for a country l-shaped kitchen in Milwaukee with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

A Family Affair

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These floating wood shelves add the perfect balance to the salvaged chestnut backsplash on the opposite side of this kitchen. Seude finish soapstone quartz countertops add refinement and the warm shaker cabinets add a touch of classic country design. A farmhouse sink and horizontal picket tile backsplash is an effective counterpoint to the wood elements in the space. The tile's gloss finish is the perfect accent to the dark matte countertops. A large peninsula adds functional seating and serving space for entertaining. It's a light, bright and modern kitchen for a family living in their forever home.

2019 NARI CotY Award-Winning Kitchens

National Association of the Remodeling Industry

Craftsman Design & Renovation, LLC, Portland, Oregon, 2019 NARI CotY Award-Winning Residential Kitchen $100,001 to $150,000
Large arts and crafts galley separate kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, soapstone benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, medium wood cabinets, brown floor and black benchtop.

Escher Tiny House

New Frontier Tiny Homes

StudioBell
Design ideas for an industrial galley kitchen in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, black splashback, dark hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Glastonbury Residence_Kitchen

FACET Design

Transitional u-shaped kitchen in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, mosaic tile splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Modern Transitional Custom Home in Ann Arbor

Forward Design Build Remodel

Our clients relocated to Ann Arbor and struggled to find an open layout home that was fully functional for their family. We worked to create a modern inspired home with convenient features and beautiful finishes. This 4,500 square foot home includes 6 bedrooms, and 5.5 baths. In addition to that, there is a 2,000 square feet beautifully finished basement. It has a semi-open layout with clean lines to adjacent spaces, and provides optimum entertaining for both adults and kids. The interior and exterior of the home has a combination of modern and transitional styles with contrasting finishes mixed with warm wood tones and geometric patterns.

Yuzen Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | PA

Flooret

Clean and bright vinyl planks for a space where you can clear your mind and relax. Unique knots bring life and intrigue to this tranquil maple design. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.

Riverbend Guest House - Green With Character

Jarrett Design

This is an example of a small country l-shaped separate kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Completed Projects

All American Renovations

Inspiration for a country l-shaped kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Fresh & Airy

KrimsonHAUS

Mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and black benchtop.

Industrial Loft Kitchen & Master Bath

Neil Kelly Company

The "Dream of the '90s" was alive in this industrial loft condo before Neil Kelly Portland Design Consultant Erika Altenhofen got her hands on it. The 1910 brick and timber building was converted to condominiums in 1996. No new roof penetrations could be made, so we were tasked with creating a new kitchen in the existing footprint. Erika's design and material selections embrace and enhance the historic architecture, bringing in a warmth that is rare in industrial spaces like these. Among her favorite elements are the beautiful black soapstone counter tops, the RH medieval chandelier, concrete apron-front sink, and Pratt & Larson tile backsplash

Dallas Suburb Classic Kitchen

Carrie Johnson

Because... kids.
Mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Roanoke Renovation

Architectural Craftsmen

Traditional kitchen with sage green Shaker style cabinets. Brushed black pearl countertops with butcher block top on island. Copper hood over the Bertazonni range.

Revival Style Kitchen & Bath

Sheila Mayden Interiors

Revival-style kitchen
Design ideas for a small traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, pink cabinets, granite benchtops, pink splashback, timber splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Chelan South Shore Kitchen

Distinctive Kitchens

Inspiration images for our Lake Chelan South Shore kitchen and great room remodel
This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, light hardwood floors, with island, a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, beige floor, black benchtop, exposed beam, vaulted and wood.

Forest Lake Renovation

YAMINI DESIGNS

A family friendly kitchen renovation in a lake front home with a farmhouse vibe and easy to maintain finishes.
Design ideas for a mid-sized country single-wall open plan kitchen in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

Silver Spring second story addition and kitchen

Grossmueller's Design Consultants

Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Kitchen with a Farmhouse Sink and Black 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!