Rustic Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Park Terrace Designed by Angeline Tellerman

Treve Johnson Photography
Design ideas for a small rustic l-shaped kitchen pantry in San Francisco with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and no island.

Sonoma Kitchen

Barbra Bright Design

The mixture of grey green cabinets with the distressed wood floors and ceilings, gives this farmhouse kitchen a feeling of warmth. Cabinets: Brookhaven and the color is Green Stone Benjamin Moore paint color: There's not an exact match for Green Stone, but Gettysburg Grey, HC 107 is close. Sink: Krauss, model KHF200-30, stainless steel Faucet: Kraus, modelKPF-1602 Hardware: Restoration hardware, Dakota cup and Dakota round knob. The finish was either the chestnut or iron. Windows: Bloomberg is the manufacturer the hardware is from Restoration hardware--Dakota cup and Dakota round knob. The finish was either the chestnut or iron. Floors: European Oak that is wired brushed. The company is Provenza, Pompeii collection and the color is Amiata. Distressed wood: The wood is cedar that's been treated to look distressed! My client is brilliant , so he did some googling (is that a word?) and came across several sites that had a recipe to do just that. He put a steel wool pad into a jar of vinegar and let it sit for a bit. In another jar, he mixed black tea with water. Brush the tea on first and let it dry. Then brush on the steel wool/vinegar (don't forget to strain the wool). Voila, the wood turns dark. Andrew McKinney Photography

McFann Residence

SCHROLL CABINETS

Blakely Photography
Large rustic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with raised-panel cabinets, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, an integrated sink, beige cabinets, red splashback, brick splashback, brown floors and black worktops.

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Trout Fishing Cabin

SALA Architects

Troy Thies Photography
Photo of a rustic galley kitchen in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets and an island.

Lakeside Luxury Getaway

MossCreek

This beautiful lakefront home designed by MossCreek features a wide range of design elements that work together perfectly. From it's Arts and Craft exteriors to it's Cowboy Decor interior, this ultimate lakeside cabin is the perfect summer retreat. Designed as a place for family and friends to enjoy lake living, the home has an open living main level with a kitchen, dining room, and two story great room all sharing lake views. The Master on the Main bedroom layout adds to the livability of this home, and there's even a bunkroom for the kids and their friends. Expansive decks, and even an upstairs "Romeo and Juliet" balcony all provide opportunities for outdoor living, and the two-car garage located in front of the home echoes the styling of the home. Working with a challenging narrow lakefront lot, MossCreek succeeded in creating a family vacation home that guarantees a "perfect summer at the lake!". Photos: Roger Wade

Vail Ski Haus

Reed Design Group

Inspiration for a large rustic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, stainless steel appliances, wood worktops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, an island, grey floors and brown worktops.

Dinesen bespoke kitchen model

Garde Hvalsoe

Large rustic galley kitchen/diner in Copenhagen with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multiple islands, a built-in sink, wood worktops and painted wood flooring.

GRAND LODGE

Rehme Steel Windows & Doors

Rehme Steel Windows & Doors Don B. McDonald, Architect TMD Builders Thomas McConnell Photography
Inspiration for a rustic galley kitchen in Austin with a belfast sink, grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.

Carnelian Bay

TJ Glidden Construction

This is an example of a large rustic galley kitchen/diner in Sacramento with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and no island.

Rustic Kitchen Renovation

Echelon Builders, Inc.

Completely custom reclaimed timber & stone veneer hood surrounding Thermador 48" professional range and hood insert. Custom distressed rustic cherry cabinetry and honed granite counter tops. Herringbone tile back splash. Reclaimed lumber ceiling and sliding barn door. Photo by: Tom Martineau (Martineau Design)

Norman Residence Brasada Ranch

Anderson Clark Interiors, Inc.

Design ideas for a large rustic galley kitchen/diner in Other with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and multiple islands.

rustic cabin in long lake

Adirondack Design

Medium sized rustic l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Burlington with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.

Barn

Cullen Construction Inc.

Design ideas for a rustic kitchen in Philadelphia.

Cross Lake Cabin

Quigley Architects

Modern House Productions
This is an example of a rustic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate flooring, an island and slate splashback.

Rustic Lake House

Cabinet Concepts by Design

Randy Colwell
Large rustic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, brown splashback, dark hardwood flooring, granite worktops, an island, a belfast sink and integrated appliances.

Off the grid house in the mountains

Alexandra Immel Residential Design LLC

Inspiration for a rustic kitchen in Seattle.

Kitchen in the Forrest

Steven Long Photography (Interior Photography)

Steven Long Photography Designer: Terri Sears Hermitage Kitchen & Bath
Design ideas for a rustic u-shaped kitchen in Nashville with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.

Lambert Ranch Trail

Duet Design Group

Rustic Modern Kitchen with White Cabinetry, Photo by David Lauer
Inspiration for a large rustic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Denver with a belfast sink, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, beige splashback, brown floors and beige worktops.

Liberty

David Mills Custom Homes

Mark Menjivar
Rustic l-shaped kitchen in Austin with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.

Rustic Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful rustic kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of rustic kitchen designs and ideas; from kitchen islands and storage units, to all sorts of kitchen lighting ideas, such as pendant lighting or under cabinet lighting. Whether you want inspiration for all-in-one fitted kitchen designs, some small kitchen ideas or maybe just some tips for improving your kitchen decor, there are tons of rustic photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of rustic kitchen design should I go for?

With so many kitchen ideas and photos to look at you might be a bit overwhelmed when it comes to picking your own rustic kitchen design. If you are updating your kitchen you know what a big and important decision it is to get the design right – the kitchen can be the hub and heart of the home, and it’s unlikely that you would invest in renovating your kitchen again in a few years. But fear not, focusing first on the important elements like layout, cabinet style, worktops and appliances will help you to bring together your dream kitchen design. Additional elements like kitchen lighting, cupboard storage and decor can come after in the kitchen planning process. A kitchen designer or fitter can help you to decide the layout of your rustic kitchen in terms of where to place your kitchen units, appliances and island (if you’re having one), but if you prefer to handle this yourself you can focus on where you want your key elements of your kitchen to be – the oven, hob, sink and fridge. Of course you might be constricted by space, but try to envisage the easiest and most efficient layout based on how you usually like to cook and prepare your food. If you’re fed up of always having to carry dirty pans and pots across the room to the sink, place the sink closer to your oven and hob. Once you have the core elements sorted, consider extra layout considerations, such as where your bins will be stored, where the cutlery draw should be and where small rustic kitchen appliances can be installed.

Should I include a kitchen island?

Kitchen island ideas are abundant these days; it seems most kitchen designs include a kitchen island, if not multiple islands. However, if the layout doesn’t work, especially if you have a small kitchen, then there’s no necessity to add in a kitchen island. You can add a breakfast bar or counter to your existing kitchen units, or stick with a good old-fashioned dining table if you don’t need the extra work surfaces. That said, if you do have the room, take a look at some rustic kitchen island ideas to see if the designs inspire you for your kitchen. There are a huge variety of island designs to cater to different needs – you can have sinks, ovens, hobs, wine storage and all sorts of drawers and organisers built-in, you can have separate bars and counters that extend from your island, or you could go for a kitchen island on wheels to make your kitchen layout more versatile.

How do I choose my kitchen units and cabinets?

When picking out kitchen units and cupboard styles for a fitted kitchen, you’ll first want to consider the more practical questions – how many units do you need? How many cupboards and drawers do you need? Do you need extra kitchen storage built into your units? It’s always best to overestimate how much kitchen storage you’ll need as we all tend to have a habit of filling up whatever current space we have to the maximum. Next you can consider kitchen cabinet style and colour. Shaker style cabinets and raised and recessed panel cabinets offer a more traditional kitchen cabinet look, while flat panel cabinet doors tend to lend more to the modern and contemporary style. However, going for raised or recessed panel work in a striking colour such as dark blue, green or black can still work with contemporary kitchen ideas. White kitchens can give a sleek and clean feel, but remember you may have to do a bit more cleaning of those cupboard doors if you want everything to stay shiny and fresh. Of course, grey kitchens are the neutral colour choice du jour and can be paired with pale and rich shades alike if you want your fitted kitchen cupboards to contrast with your worktop, splashback, floor, or all of the above. Exposed shelving and storage is also popular for eclectic, Scandi and industrial-inspired looks, so you could opt for glass-fronted cabinets or no wall-mounted cabinets at all. Remember that this will require more restraint in what you can store and more effort in keeping it looking presentable compared to what is stored away hastily behind cupboard doors. The kitchen cupboard handles are also another element to decide upon – do you want traditional round knobs, modern metal bars, country kitchen cup handles or maybe to go ultra sleek with a completely handleless kitchen?

What rustic kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your rustic kitchen well-stocked and well-equipped but don’t want it spilling over with clutter, then you’ll need to rely on good kitchen storage. Apart from the usual fitted kitchen cupboards and drawer space, there are many other ways of keeping your kitchen tidy. Whilst a large kitchen pantry is the dream of most homeowners, it can’t always be a reality. However, there are now lots of pull out compartments and drawers with trays and shelving that can act as mini kitchen pantries, and you can install handy cupboard organisers that fit onto the inside of the door to make the most of your cupboard space. You can also look at corner drawers and cupboards that open up to reveal lots of extra storage. Rails or small shelves along your kitchen walls or splashback can help with hanging utensils or pans, or storing small items like herbs and spices in an usually empty space. Buy extra kitchen storage products for your home on Houzz

Are there small kitchen ideas for small rustic spaces?

If you’re working with a galley kitchen, a one-wall kitchen in an open plan space or just a pretty small kitchen, there are some small kitchen ideas that can help you get the most out of your cooking and dining area. If you find that you don’t utilise the back of your cupboards (maybe they become the graveyard for out-of-date tin cans), you could decide to go with shallower kitchen units to free up some extra floor space in front of your cabinets. As mentioned, open shelving or glass-fronted cabinets are a popular trend and they should make the space feel more open and less boxed-in. However, if you have the capacity for it, cupboards and rustic kitchen units that maximise the floor-to-ceiling space you have will mean you can use all of that for valuable kitchen storage. Wall or ceiling racks could be a useful solution for hanging pans and pots if you’ve run out of cupboards in which to store them. Kitchen ideas and cabin style accessories such as baskets, trolleys and storage jars are both aesthetically pleasing and practical as they give you extra storage space. Kitchen appliances like a fridge or dishwasher can be tucked away in built-in units in fitted kitchens so they blend into your layout and don’t make the space look crowded. Discover all the small kitchen ideas you could need by taking a look at photos of compact kitchens.

What sort of rustic kitchen lighting should I go for?

In the kitchen you need to have practical lighting – no one wants to chop, cut and cook in a dingy room. Kitchen ceiling lights are probably the best way to go, but should you opt for recessed spotlights or traditional hanging ceiling lights? While spotlight LED kitchen lighting will give you excellent light, they may not fit with a design that’s not contemporary. Traditional chandelier lights could work for other kitchen styles, and of course, kitchen pendant lighting comes in all sorts of styles, colours and designs. While the popular choice is to go with one or two pendant lights over your kitchen island, you could also opt for a single pendant light over your dining space, or a few spaced out across your kitchen. Of course, if you want good lighting for your worktops, under-cabinet lighting is the way forward. Speak to your kitchen supplier about having this pre-installed, or there are a number of easy-install options you can fit yourself or with the help of a lighting expert or electrician. In the market for your rustic kitchen lighting today? Once you’ve found some inspiring kitchen lighting ideas here, take a look at our kitchen lighting products to find the new lights for your kitchen project.

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Northern Wisconsin Bunk House

John Kraemer & Sons

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Architect: TEA2 Architects | Interior Design: Marcia Morine | Photography: Landmark Photography
Photo of a rustic galley kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with a belfast sink, quartz worktops, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, no island and brown floors.

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