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Northside residence kitchen
Northside residence kitchen
KitchenLab InteriorsKitchenLab Interiors
Inspiration for a rural kitchen in Chicago with wood worktops, open cabinets and white cabinets.
Farmhouse Kitchen
Farmhouse Kitchen
Rauser DesignRauser Design
A blend of traditional elements with modern. Materials are selected for their ability to grow more beautiful with age.
Design ideas for a farmhouse kitchen in Austin with stainless steel appliances, a belfast sink and soapstone worktops.
The Green Kitchen
The Green Kitchen
CustomMade.comCustomMade.com
A complete painted poplar kitchen. The owners like drawers and this kitchen has fifteen of them, dovetailed construction with heavy duty soft-closing undermount drawer slides. The range is built into the slate-topped island, the back of which cantilevers over twin bookcases to form a comfortable breakfast bar. Against the wall, more large drawer sections and a sink cabinet are topped by a reclaimed spruce countertop with breadboard end. Open shelving above allows for colorful display of tableware.
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Mill Creek Ridge Farmhouse
Mill Creek Ridge Farmhouse
Murphy & Co. DesignMurphy & Co. Design
Photo by Shelley Paulson
This is an example of a farmhouse kitchen in Minneapolis with integrated appliances.
Portfolio
Portfolio
Lychgate Homes Ltd & Lychgate Bespoke Build LtdLychgate Homes Ltd & Lychgate Bespoke Build Ltd
Inspiration for a country kitchen in Other.
Dorset Country Cottage
Dorset Country Cottage
Stephanie Dunning Interior DesignStephanie Dunning Interior Design
Inspiration for a country u-shaped kitchen/diner in Wiltshire with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood worktops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, slate flooring and an island.
Farmhouse White Kitchen Remodel
Farmhouse White Kitchen Remodel
Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | InteriorsSignature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors
The Key Elements for a Cozy Farmhouse Kitchen Design. ... “Classic American farmhouse style includes shiplap, exposed wood beams, and open shelving,” Mushkudiani says. “Mixed materials like wicker, wood, and metal accents add dimension, colors are predominantly neutral: camel, white, and matte black
Amy A. Alper, Architect
Amy A. Alper, Architect
Amy A. Alper, ArchitectAmy A. Alper, Architect
Kathryn Clark
This is an example of a rural galley enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with a built-in sink, coloured appliances, white cabinets, recessed-panel cabinets and no island.
5300 HR
5300 HR
Weaver Custom HomesWeaver Custom Homes
This is an example of a farmhouse u-shaped kitchen/diner with a belfast sink, wood worktops, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring and exposed beams.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Jeff Chmielewski
Design ideas for a rural kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, open cabinets and medium wood cabinets.
Light Farm-Kitchen
Light Farm-Kitchen
Sullivan Building & Design GroupSullivan Building & Design Group
Kitchen
Design ideas for a country l-shaped kitchen in Philadelphia with stainless steel appliances, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback and metro tiled splashback.
Chichester Town House
Chichester Town House
Tim JasperTim Jasper
Limed oak kitchen island contrasts with pewter work surfaces and shelves. The island incorporates a small sink for preparing vegetables.
Medium sized rural grey and cream kitchen in Sussex with light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Wimbledon Kitchen
Wimbledon Kitchen
Stone AgeStone Age
This is an example of a farmhouse kitchen in London with beige floors.
Linnégatan 18
Linnégatan 18
coloredhomecoloredhome
Foto: Nils & Sebastian Photography
Design ideas for a small rural u-shaped kitchen in Stockholm with a single-bowl sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, wood splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring and no island.
Rustic Kitchen
Rustic Kitchen
Shannon PoeShannon Poe
Country kitchen in Indianapolis with green splashback, stone slab splashback and coloured appliances.
Farmhouse Reinterpreted
Farmhouse Reinterpreted
Smith & Vansant Architects PCSmith & Vansant Architects PC
Rob Karosis Photography www.robkarosis.com
This is an example of a farmhouse kitchen in Burlington with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets and soapstone worktops.
A place to cook
A place to cook
UserUser
Colin Cadle Photography
Photo of a large rural kitchen in Devon with a belfast sink, beaded cabinets, beige cabinets, coloured appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Charcoal Kitchen
Charcoal Kitchen
Herringbone KitchensHerringbone Kitchens
David Rannard
Design ideas for a medium sized rural kitchen/diner in Kent with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, quartz worktops, limestone flooring and an island.
Circa 1700
Circa 1700
Blansfield Builders, Inc.Blansfield Builders, Inc.
Jim Fuhrmann, Beinfield Architecture PC
Design ideas for a medium sized rural l-shaped kitchen in New York with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, light hardwood flooring and an island.

Country Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful country kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of country 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 farmhouse photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of rural 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 country 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 farmhouse 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 country 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 rural 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 country kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your farmhouse 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 rural 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 country 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 cottage 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 farmhouse 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 rural 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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Nagden House
Nagden House
Richard GatesRichard Gates
Liz Jeffery
Medium sized rural single-wall kitchen in Kent with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, an island and beige floors.
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