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The Cliffs at Mountain Park: Private Residence
The Cliffs at Mountain Park: Private Residence
Linda McDougald Design | Postcard from Paris HomeLinda McDougald Design | Postcard from Paris Home
The design of this refined mountain home is rooted in its natural surroundings. Boasting a color palette of subtle earthy grays and browns, the home is filled with natural textures balanced with sophisticated finishes and fixtures. The open floorplan ensures visibility throughout the home, preserving the fantastic views from all angles. Furnishings are of clean lines with comfortable, textured fabrics. Contemporary accents are paired with vintage and rustic accessories. To achieve the LEED for Homes Silver rating, the home includes such green features as solar thermal water heating, solar shading, low-e clad windows, Energy Star appliances, and native plant and wildlife habitat. All photos taken by Rachael Boling Photography
Rustic Kitchen
Rustic Kitchen
This is an example of a rustic kitchen in Other with integrated appliances, wood worktops, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, brown splashback and metal splashback.
Tahoe Retreat
Tahoe Retreat
TINEKE TRIGGSTINEKE TRIGGS
phillip harris
Photo of a rustic u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets and integrated appliances.
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Rustic Lodge style home
Rustic Lodge style home
Collaborative Design Group-Architects & InteriorsCollaborative Design Group-Architects & Interiors
kitchen rustic with antique beam ceilings, and furniture like cabinetry. TV is hidden above the range at the hood,
Design ideas for a rustic kitchen in Houston with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and integrated appliances.
Masterful Mix
Masterful Mix
Lori Carroll & AssociatesLori Carroll & Associates
A round, stamped concrete top is a unique alternative for a kitchen breakfast bar.
Inspiration for a rustic kitchen in Phoenix with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, brown splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Refined Mountain Rustic
Refined Mountain Rustic
TKP ArchitectsTKP Architects
Welcome to the essential refined mountain rustic home: warm, homey, and sturdy. The house’s structure is genuine heavy timber framing, skillfully constructed with mortise and tenon joinery. Distressed beams and posts have been reclaimed from old American barns to enjoy a second life as they define varied, inviting spaces. Traditional carpentry is at its best in the great room’s exquisitely crafted wood trusses. Rugged Lodge is a retreat that’s hard to return from.
Texas Cabin
Texas Cabin
Shiflet Richardson ArchitectsShiflet Richardson Architects
Rustic kitchen in Austin with stainless steel appliances.
1305 Ranch
1305 Ranch
Rowland+Broughton Architecture & Urban DesignRowland+Broughton Architecture & Urban Design
The palette of cut limestone, dark stained oak millwork, and stainless steel is continued in the kitchen to unify the spaces within the open floor plan. The walnut butcher block island is appointed with cubbies for cookbook stor-age.
Kogan Builders
Kogan Builders
Asher Custom HomesAsher Custom Homes
Colorado Mountain Home Lake House Chris Giles Photography
Inspiration for a rustic kitchen/diner in Albuquerque with shaker cabinets, beige splashback and medium wood cabinets.
House in Sonoma
House in Sonoma
Julie Williams DesignJulie Williams Design
Eric Rorer Photography
This is an example of a rustic kitchen in San Francisco with integrated appliances.
Transitional Mediterranean Kitchen
Transitional Mediterranean Kitchen
Fran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESISFran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESIS
"I have been working with Fran for the past 3 years and she has designed a number of different projects for my home. Her design work is fantastic, Her detail first rate and her coordination with contractors makes the projects run smoothly. I strongly recommend her for any home project and can assure you that you will be excited for years to come for how your home looks as a result of her work. - TC, Santa Monica
Kitchen
Kitchen
Forum Phi Architecture | Interiors | PlanningForum Phi Architecture | Interiors | Planning
Design ideas for a rustic open plan kitchen in Denver with stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, white cabinets and metallic splashback.
Cold Springs Farm Kitchen
Cold Springs Farm Kitchen
Period Architecture Ltd.Period Architecture Ltd.
Cold Spring Farm Kitchen. Photo by Angle Eye Photography.
Large rustic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Philadelphia with stainless steel appliances, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, white splashback, porcelain splashback, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, a belfast sink, granite worktops and brown worktops.
Llano Ranch
Llano Ranch
Cornerstone ArchitectsCornerstone Architects
Andrew Pogue Photography
Design ideas for a rustic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood worktops, orange splashback, terracotta splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Spanish Oaks Hacienda
Spanish Oaks Hacienda
JAUREGUI Architecture Interiors ConstructionJAUREGUI Architecture Interiors Construction
Spanish Eclectic
Photo of a rustic kitchen in Austin with granite worktops.
Black Mountain Log Home
Black Mountain Log Home
Pride Builders LLCPride Builders LLC
This is an example of a rustic l-shaped kitchen in Other with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Alpine Technology
Alpine Technology
Inspired DwellingsInspired Dwellings
An Induction Hob, instantaneous Wi-Fi connection and totally connected AV, make this a great place for our client (Michellin Star Chef) to cook up a storm. Philippe GAL
The Cottage
The Cottage
Parkyn DesignParkyn Design
Rustic kitchen with ceiling beam detail and stone archway.
Photo of a large rustic enclosed kitchen in Toronto with wood worktops, a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Rustic Kitchen
Rustic Kitchen
Photo of a rustic u-shaped kitchen in Austin with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, beige splashback and integrated appliances.

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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Inspiration for a rustic kitchen in Austin with stainless steel appliances.
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