The existing white laminate cabinets, gray counter tops and stark tile flooring did not match the rich old-world trim, natural wood elements and traditional layout of this Victorian home. The new kitchen boasts custom painted cabinets in Blue Mill Springs by Benjamin Moore. We also popped color in their new half bath using Ravishing Coral by Sherwin Williams on the new custom vanity. The wood tones brought in with the walnut island top, alder floating shelves and bench seat as well as the reclaimed barn board ceiling not only contrast the intense hues of the cabinets but help to bring nature into their world. The natural slate floor, black hexagon bathroom tile and custom coral back splash tile by Fire Clay help to tie these two spaces together. Of course the new working triangle allows this growing family to congregate together with multiple tasks at hand without getting in the way of each other and the added storage allow this space to feel open and organized even though they still use the new entry door as their main access to the home. Beautiful transformation!!!!

E Street SE Kitchen

Jordan Design-Build Group

Stacy Zarin Goldberg Photography
Photo of a transitional galley separate kitchen in DC Metro with quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a farmhouse sink and black floor.

Gig Harbor Industrial Farmhouse

Mise en Place Design

Large country u-shaped kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, black floor and black benchtop.

Transitional Kitchen

Photo of an expansive transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, marble benchtops, marble splashback, limestone floors, black floor, white benchtop and grey cabinets.

A Kitchen Renovation by Donna DuFresne Interior Design

Bertazzoni

A 30" matte black Master Series Range pairs with matte black tiling, forest green cabinetry, and marble countertops in a newly renovated contemporary kitchen. Originally built in 1903 in Portland, Oregon, this kitchen displays a dramatic and timeless aesthetic at the heart of the home. (Design: Donna DuFresne Interior Design / Photography: Chris Dibble)

Bright Summer Beach House Getaway in East Lyme, CT

UCE Fine Builders

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Bridgeport with a farmhouse sink, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, black floor, brown benchtop and exposed beam.

Aerie Point

Birdseye Building

Jim Westphalen Photography
Photo of a country galley kitchen in Burlington with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, window splashback, panelled appliances, with island, black floor and white benchtop.

Ash Rd

The Lady Renovator

Elegant custom storage in a kitchen overlooked but much appreciated.
Small traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Vancouver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, black floor and white benchtop.

Mimosa Open Floor Plan

Before and After Builders, Inc.

Looking from formal dining room into new kitchen with 9' island, GE Cafe appliances, stained cedar columns, Milestone +ONE 8" x 24" porcelain plank floor tile, 4" recess lights around perimeter of the wall cabinets, 6" recess lights in the center of the kitchen, Antebellum Pendant lights above the island, and chandelier in the breakfast room!

Farmhouse Style Kitchen - Contemporary Glass House Wiltshire

Fowler Architecture & Planning

The kitchen has a contemporary farmhouse feel with wooden worktops, and a purple/plum Aga to match the units. The bi fold doors open onto the terrace and bring plenty of light in.

Warrenton, Virginia Elegant Kitchen

Warren Cabinets/Tolson Appliance Center

Photo of a traditional kitchen in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, black floor and black benchtop.

Franklin Project

Studio H Designs, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, vinyl floors, no island, black floor and white benchtop.

Junior League Showhouse- St. Patrick's Friary 2023

Monarch Kitchen Design Studio

This was the 2023 Junior League Show house- I wanted this pantry because it was a perfect space to create a hybrid space where I could picture the Friar's bringing in the fresh veggies from the yard and a place where they used to prep for big gatherings. I wanted to honor the age of the home (1890's) and have colors and fixtures that would have been period appropriate. I also painted the ceiling with a copper dry brushing technique that would have been seen back then. My personal style is in this space, it is heavy and moody and I love bold wallpaper (this is a mural). I have lovingly called my style "swamp witch chic."

Дом в Волковицах

АВИЛА. Студия интерьера и архитектуры

Mid-sized scandinavian single-wall open plan kitchen in Saint Petersburg with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, black floor, brown benchtop and timber.

Lancaster Modern Cottage

Barefoot Dwelling

Phase 2 of our Modern Cottage project was the complete renovation of a small, impractical kitchen and dining nook. The client asked for a fresh, bright kitchen with natural light, a pop of color, and clean modern lines. The resulting kitchen features all of the above and incorporates fun details such as a scallop tile backsplash behind the range and artisan touches such as a custom walnut island and floating shelves; a custom metal range hood and hand-made lighting. This kitchen is all that the client asked for and more!

Irvine Home

iDesign

This is an example of a large modern single-wall eat-in kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, black floor and white benchtop.

Custom Home in Vega

New Life Homes Inc.

Gunnar W
Photo of a mid-sized modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with concrete floors, black floor, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and white benchtop.

Orient Ave Townhouse

2MO

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen pantry in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, black floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Frazier remodel

Q Construction Solutions

Design ideas for a large contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, black floor and white benchtop.

TV above Wall Oven

Taylor Made Cabinets, Leominster MA

TaylorMadeCabinets.NET Leominster MA
Photo of an expansive modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, black floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen with a Farmhouse Sink and Black Floor 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!