Small country single-wall eat-in kitchen in St Louis with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Schuler Cabinetry - Poe Kitchen - Designer Mike Niles

Lynda Mauro Schuler Cabinetry

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

Schuler Cabinetry - Poe Kitchen - Designer Mike Niles

Lynda Mauro Schuler Cabinetry

Traditional Mexican Santa Fe, NM

STATEMENTS IN Tile/Lighting/Kitchens/Flooring

Bright colors and patterns define this traditional Mexican kitchen. Photo by Christopher Martinez Photography.
Large mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in Albuquerque with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Custom Home, Murfreesboro TN

WoodTones Custom Cabinetry

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional eat-in kitchen in Nashville with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Lunden, Stafettgatan 4

Entrance Fastighetsmäkleri

This is an example of a small scandinavian single-wall open plan kitchen in Gothenburg with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, limestone splashback, panelled appliances, vinyl floors, no island and grey floor.

03-15 Marshall

William French Home Improvements

Rachel Verdugo
This is an example of a large country u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a single-bowl sink, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Way Downtown

FSB Consulting Corp.

Aster Kitchen design, Brick It reclaimed NYC brick, Puntam Rolling ladder
Photo of a kitchen in New York with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, marble benchtops, metallic splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Traditional Sarasota Home

Cabinet Solutions of Sarasota

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped kitchen in Tampa with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Custom Arched Stonework Architecture

MHM LIVING

Our client's goal for this project was a more functional kitchen for cooking with the family as well as an open space for entertaining friends and family. They further had a very specific vision for an old world feel while trying to be budget and environmentally conscious. Upper cabinets with glass fronts add visual interest, provide useful storage and create the perception of a higher ceiling. We crafted the arched stonework around the cook-top that created a focal point and disguises the built in vent hood. The finishing on the cabinets was customized to match the antique furniture the client had. Looking across the kitchen, the dated fireplace needed an update to match an Old World feel. We accomplished this by installing stonework similar to that around the cook-top area. We also added crown molding in the living room to flow with the kitchen, all while remaining budget conscious. This was also a very environmentally conscious project superbly fitting the client's request and matching our company’s values: • 75% of the cabinets are original or resized from original cabinets. • The center island remained and had cabinets refinished and a new countertop installed. • All lighting including task lights, under cabinet lights and recessed lights are LED. • All Energy Star appliances. • Brick and stonework around cook-top is from salvaged brick and stone. • Cedar beam above the arch is salvaged from a past project and stained to fit the kitchen’s decor. • Existing wood floors were refinished and hand scraped to give a more Old World look. With this project we were particularly pleased to work within the constraints of budget, environmentally conscious requirements, and building a beautiful Old Word kitchen that perfectly match our client's desires.

Cleveland, Ohio Kitchen with French Country Influence

Studio 76 Kitchens and Baths

A Studio 76 kitchen with the homeowner's sense of French country style makes this space transformed. A tiled floor that looks like real wood, coupled with sandstone colored distressed cabinetry in two different finishes warmed up this family kitchen. With multiple cooks in this family, two sinks divide up the traffic flow making preparing a meal convenient. A large gas range by Wolf complete with a French top gives a professional appearance. This island doubles as a kitchen table for dining in. Subway tile was contrasted in two different patterns including a herringbone installation in the cooking area's backsplash. A secondary staircase leads into the kitchen or the front foyer.

Merton Custom Home

Imagery Homes

Imagery Homes is a custom luxury home builder and remodeling company in the Milwaukee area that has combined beautiful home designs with outstanding customer service, to build a reputation as one of the Milwaukee area’s most well-respected custom home builders.

Cozy Mountain HIdeaway

Covenant Woodworks

Design ideas for a country l-shaped kitchen in Atlanta with distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown splashback, timber splashback and brown floor.

Cocina de obra

ADesign_mallorca

extraibles
Large mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Palma de Mallorca with a single-bowl sink, distressed cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Timber Frame Lake House

Tanya Rynicke Interiors, LLC

This is an example of a transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, beige benchtop and exposed beam.

Greenwood French Floral

Project:Kitchens, LLC

Alex Bowman
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Nashua, NH Galley Kitchen

G. M. Roth Design Remodeling, Inc.

Mid-sized mediterranean galley eat-in kitchen in Manchester with a single-bowl sink, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Various custom projects

Bowman's Woodworking Inc.

Fancy Gap Virginia
Inspiration for a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Richmond with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, soapstone benchtops, with island, a single-bowl sink, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and slate floors.

La Verne - Industrial Loft with twist of Chic!

L/L Design - Build - Furnish

These industrial stools were the perfect fit with their heavy metal base, and the sculpted wood seat....and surprising very very comfortable.
Photo of a mid-sized single-wall open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartzite benchtops, red splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Cozy Mountain HIdeaway

Covenant Woodworks

Inspiration for a country l-shaped kitchen in Atlanta with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen with a Single-bowl Sink and Distressed Cabinets 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!