Design ideas for a large country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, onyx benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Renaissance Kitchens

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Large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, multiple islands, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Country Kitchen inspired by HGTV Fixer Upper

Design by Numbers / Rebecca Zajac LLC

This is an example of a country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Las Vegas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, onyx benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Farmhouse at Tory Creek

J.L. Thompson Design Group

Reclaimed barn wood was used for the hood vent and we designed it as a custom element for the interior. This open plan makes for a great space to entertain and connect with family before and during meal times. The long island allows for interaction in the kitchen. This farmhouse kitchen displays a rustic elegance that people are really excited about these days.

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KabCo Kitchens

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Miami with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, onyx benchtops, metallic splashback and with island.

Allentown kitchen Remodel with Mouser Centra Cabinetry

Hamilton Building Supply / HBS Home™

This dramatic kitchen features Mouser Centra cabinetry in ebony on cherry with normal rub-through. The drama is further heightened by the black granite countertops, ebony brick backsplash and gleaming stainless steel appliances. Kitchen Design by: Mary Kendrick, HBS Home™ / Hamilton Building Supply

Kitchen on Appletree Lane

Cadence Custom Cabinetry, Inc.

This couple wanted to open the kitchen, so we removed the wall. Hand-made white shaker cabinetry lends a light, clean feel to the kitchen, and contrasts well with the dark counter tops. The natural cherry pub table accomdated the clients desire for both a small island and a eating area, but not combined. It also warms up the kitchen. This kitchen is inundated with organizing and storage accesories, such as 6" spice pull-outs, shallow drawers where standard doors wouldn't fit, and roll-out trays everywhere. An organizing center (white board/cork board) at the kitchen drop zone keeps the family organized. Jameson Nenn

Lost Creek

Katz Builders, Inc.

Hard working Wolf range, beautiful Titanium Black Granite counter tops, powerful vent hood, deep drawers for storing pots of all sizes, make this not only a functional kitchen but very beautiful. Renovation/Addition by Katz Builders, Inc. Carter Hobbs, FourWallPhotography.com

Woodharbor Cabinetry Selections

Chelsea Lumber Company

Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Detroit with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, dark hardwood floors, onyx benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, coloured appliances, no island and brown floor.

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DeCavitte Properties

Inspiration for an expansive traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

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LKM Design

Photo of a large contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Manchester with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Westlake Village - French Provincial

MODEL DESIGN INC.

Photography by Chipper Hatter
Photo of a traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, dark wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Deep Sea Kitchen - Pelican Developers

Pelican Developers

Mid-sized mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, with island and green benchtop.

Traditional Home with Rich Woods | Destin FL

Hard Rock Stone and Tile

Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped separate kitchen in Miami with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

French Chateau Kitchen with antique island, Skylights, Wood Millwork Refrigerato

MILLER + MILLER Architectural Photography

French Chateau Kitchen with antique island, Skylights, Wood Millwork Hidden Refrigerator, La Cornue Stove and Coffered Ceiling. Miller + Miller Architectural Photography

Traditional Craftsman Client Home

Bob Buescher Homes

Photo of a large traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, onyx benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and orange floor.

Campbell Residence

SRJ Development

Leland Gebhardt ( http://lelandphotos.com)
Large transitional u-shaped separate kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, onyx benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Mountaintop

Phoebe Howard

Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped kitchen in Raleigh with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, onyx benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, dark hardwood floors and with island.

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Capital Area Remodeling, LLC

Large kitchen with expansive island containing copper prep sink. The island has fluted legs to give it a furniture look. There is also a copper farmhouse sink with goose neck faucet. The range hood is also copper. The counters are Honey Onyx. The back-splash is natural stone laid in a subway pattern. Additional tile design was done behind the range hood. Capital Area Construction

Charlotte Lake View Remodel

Silver Maple Construction LLC

Photography by Susan Teare
Inspiration for a large country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Burlington with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, onyx benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Kitchen with a Farmhouse Sink and Onyx 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!