It’s not very often that we see a kitchen with traditional white appliances, but to deepen the mood in the room, the designer purchased a reclaimed wood island to stand in the center of their kitchen. Interestingly, the wood came from a salvaged barn in Wisconsin, a unique touch to the farmhouse theme that is being replicated here. Finding statement furniture pieces like this can inspire an entire aesthetic in the kitchen of your home.
30 Warm and Inviting Farmhouse Style Kitchens
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Published: July 17, 2023
Updated: November 21, 2023
Farmhouse-style kitchens have taken on many different definitions in the last decade. What started as chipped white paint and repurposed eclectic décor has transitioned into primped and polished spaces with a touch of industrialism. Neutral colors still inspire the aesthetic, but our kitchens are becoming warmer with the utilization of legitimate and sturdy wood sources and fine decorative glass. Textures are organic alongside bright white cabinets to accompany the natural stone that adorns the countertops or backsplash.
Whether you consider yourself a traditionalist or a modernist will determine how you replicate this theme in your home. This selection of interior designs provides plenty of ideas to get you started on your journey to achieving this aesthetic, even if you find yourself sitting as the middle man between both inspiring themes. Farmhouse-style kitchens are what you make them, so have fun creating your personal definition of the trend.
02 of White and Black Kitchen With Oversized Marble Island
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In a black-and-white kitchen like this, marble countertops are a lovely choice. The veiny nature of the stone slab allows for complementary dark undertones in the remainder of the kitchen. The designer selected black legs and chairs to stand underneath the countertop beside white cabinets with black appliances. The theme is continued further with the utilization of black-and-white checkerboard mats that fill the busy walkways around the island.
03 of Elegantly Textured Modern Kitchen
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The invigorating subtle textures of this kitchen include the trim that surrounds the hood vent and cabinetry, a tongue and groove ceiling, and the gorgeous multi-colored beige backsplash that lines the walls. In the back of the open pantry is an exposed brick wall that adds a bit of city flair to the coastally-inspired space. Whimsical pendant lights hang above an oversized gray island, complementing the ashy-toned hardwood floors that surround the space.
04 of Bright White Functional Corner Kitchen
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Medium brown flooring is a warm base for this bright white kitchen with subway tile. The designer selected a dark faucet to complement the black hardware on the cabinets and drawers. Stainless steel appliances are an obvious choice in a kitchen illuminated by this much light as they look sleek and vibe well with the veiny quartzite countertops.
05 of Farmhouse Style Kitchen With Custom Trim Work
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The depth of the window over this farmhouse sink is accentuated beautifully by rustic trim work. This barn wood mantle, pulled from a nearby 19th-century barn, is an incredible piece that adds so much interest to the bright white modern finish of the cabinets. In addition, the remaining barn wood was used to create three floating shelves beside the asymmetrical sink. Finding ways to incorporate reclaimed wood in your kitchen will provide so much character to an otherwise modern space.
06 of Gray Subway Tile Styling
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Farmhouse kitchens are known for their neutral decor, but what if you want to include just a small pop of color? As vintage-inspired appliances are making a comeback like this adorable mint green toaster oven, the designer selected a coordinated gray subway tile as the backsplash to this petite row of kitchen cabinets. Two complementary gray textured chairs sit at a skinny light island, and a similar mint accent wall with decorative letters stands out at the front of the room, proving that it’s not all woods and whites that belong within this aesthetic.
07 of Farmhouse Style Kitchen With Beadboard Ceiling and Ladder Rail
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The details in this farmhouse kitchen are immaculate from the carefully thought-out beadboard ceiling, to the matching beadboard paneling situated above the cooking range and vent. This look is very sophisticated with real hardwood floors, intricate cabinet trim, and crown molding. But the most unique component is the ladder rail that moves side to side in front of glass-paned cabinets to help reach those upper shelves.
08 of Farmhouse Style Kitchen With Hidden Appliances
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The designer of this space selected glossy white cabinets, a double faucet sink, and a subway/herringbone tile backsplash with dark grout. An interesting element in this kitchen is the hidden coffee maker. A sliding cabinet door like the one pictured is the perfect way to keep appliances hidden that may otherwise crowd countertops, and the pocket-style door is out of the way of busy foot traffic.
09 of Wood and White Corner Kitchen
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A few unique elements are displayed in this wood and white corner kitchen, including the butcherblock countertops that surround the stove, the reclaimed antique doorknob on the pantry door, and the extended sink top. Dishes are quick to clutter the countertops so to help with that the homeowner installed an extended sink where the area beside the basin is made of the same easily washable porcelain material. A rustic pantry sign, pendant lamp, and open shelving mounted on the shiplap walls amplify the farmhouse inspiration for this space.
10 of Traditional Country-style Eat-in Kitchen
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There are so many tried and true country elements present in this eat-in kitchen. The adorable lantern lights and beadboard island represent a little bit of the vintage charm that illuminates the space. In addition to those elements are the cute farm-inspired signs that hang around the kitchen between the brushed metal trays and canisters that complement the stainless steel appliances. Finally, a set of gingham print curtains will always look so chic within this scope of design.
11 of Warm Beachy Tones in Farmhouse Kitchen Styling
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White quartz countertops with white cabinetry brighten the warm undertones of this kitchen. Beachy rattan chairs line the island just below gold lantern pendant lights. To tie in the oaky tones of the hardwood floors and kitchen seating, the stove vent is covered in brown shiplap. In conjunction with the stainless steel appliances, the wooden accents are just enough to help the space feel very natural and inviting with remaining modern in appearance.
12 of Farmhouse Christmas Kitchen Styling
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Yuletide cheer encircles this petite vintage kitchen dedicated to the chippy paint aesthetic. An oversized chippy wood frame encloses the area around an antique silver chandelier. The same farmhouse finish decorates the small island below, elevated by more decorative Christmas items. Red and green have worked their way onto a DIY shiplap hood above the stove, and the garland that hangs over the window above the kitchen sink. If Christmas is your favorite time of year, working in bright holiday colors into your neutral white and brown kitchen will never be out of style.
13 of Black and White Farmhouse Style Kitchen
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Venture into this black-and-white farmhouse kitchen illuminated by white subway tile. To provide depth and dimension to the walls, the subway tile is equipped with dark grout to match the black hardware on all drawers and cabinets. For even more contrast, the island was painted black well and coordinated with oversized black pendant lamps that illuminate the speckled quartz countertops. Quartz is a sleek stone if you’re looking for something clean and versatile.
14 of White Kichen With Exposed Cabinet Shelves
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It is a serious undertaking, but if you are in love with your dishes and want to showcase them, consider removing the doors on your cabinets and creating exposed shelves. This method is sturdier than the free-floating shelves that are really popular right now, but have same overall effect on the room. The white dishes are complemented by butcherblock counter tops, great for mess-free food preparation.
15 of Traditional Farmhouse Galley Kitchen
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The spaciousness of this antique galley kitchen is stupendous. With a reclaimed antique hutch and china cabinet on the left side of the room, and the farmhouse sink and modern SMEG refrigerator to the right, there is so much to adore. Because of the limited counter space, an island was added to the center of the room for greater surface space, an intuitive addition if you have the square footage to accommodate one.
16 of Enclosed Cottage Kitchen
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It is a common theme in cottage kitchens to have a very open floor plan with an island that separates the kitchen from the living area. As this home was updated, the kitchen is enclosed with walls on both sides. White cabinetry looks very calming next to stainless steel appliances, specifically the coveted farmhouse-style sink on the left side of the room. The depth and size of these sink types are what make them so popular in our modern kitchens.
17 of Opulent White Farmhouse Kitchen With Windowpane Cabinetry
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An opulent white farmhouse kitchen designed with white windowpane cabinetry with white grid patterns and white cabinets with black hardware. A neutral, gray countertop is paired with a whitewashed, exposed brick backsplash. A large white kitchen island with a neutral countertop occupies the center of the room and light wood flooring runs throughout. Contemporary decor adorns the countertops and soft natural light illuminates the space.
18 of Modern Kitchen With Farmhouse Beams and Light Fixtures
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A grand island with modern Christmas-themed barstools is situated underneath exposed wood beams. Around those beams hang three lantern-style pendant lights. Overall, the space is very contemporary with the inclusion of white cabinetry and a black island, but subtle farmhouse touches include the beams, the lantern-style pendant lights, and the barndoor design on the side of the island. Incorporating specific details like these will define your space as a modern farmhouse-style kitchen.
19 of Farmhouse Styling With White and Blue Cabinetry
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A common theme in kitchens right now is bypassing upper cabinets and opting for open floating shelves, an oversized pantry, or standing cabinets instead. This allows for a more decorative and appealing wall space around the sink and stove area. The designer achieved this look with extra-large white subway tile beside a blue cabinet. White and gray granite countertops decorate the island below matte black pendant lights.
20 of A Little Bit of Boho Cottage Kitchen Styling
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Spring is in the air in this cottage kitchen. Flowers of numerous varietals surround the kitchen and have even found their way onto the pot hanger that extends from the ceiling above a petite kitchen island. Fresh florals are a magical way to invite the freshness of the outdoors indoors. White cabinets have exposed glass panels to display the colorful dishes in the kitchen, and stainless steel appliances look content amid the subway tile and vintage farmhouse sink that sits off to the right side of the room.
21 of Modern Seeded Glass Shade Pendant Lights
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Medium brown cabinets surround this kitchen with upscale stainless steel appliances and dark black granite countertops. To modernize the space, flush mount lights were removed to feature seeded glass shade pendant lights. Their utilitarian appearance works with the other dark colors in the space, though a bright cabinet refresh would work just as well while maintaining the character of the real hardwood floors.
22 of Modern Kitchen With Farmhouse Light Fixtures
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As neutrals are taking over our spaces, the designer of this kitchen selected bar stools with beige linen as accents to the bright white cabinetry. Just underneath, the backsplash is composed of a classic glossy square tile, and modern farmhouse-inspired pendant lights hang over the kitchen island. This light fixture is a simple way to incorporate a farmhouse feel without changing much of your decor.
23 of 100-Year-Old Farmhouse Kitchen Styling
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There are a few timeless elements on display in this kitchen that are so special to the age of the home, the first of which is the antique windows that have maintained their shine over the last 100 years. Unique to this home is the two sinks situated adjacent to each other on two separate countertops. Renovating a home of this age requires making the best use of traditional architectural components. If you are blessed with a mature home like this, keeping the original hardwood floors, cabinets, windows, or trim can make the biggest difference in maintaining the character of the space.
24 of Boho-style Farmhouse Kitchen With Italian Marble Countertop
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This coastal-style kitchen with a fresh summer look features a pristine slab of Italian marble as a countertop and two woven cane seats tucked neatly beneath. The calming white tones of the cupboards pairs with the rustic colors of the natural wooden flooring to bring out the unique shades of the gray subway tile backsplash.
25 of White Farmhouse Sink Display
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The window above this farmhouse sink tells a tale about the age of this renovated vintage home. Smooth butcherblock countertops line the area around a coveted farmhouse sink with a brushed nickel faucet. Staple farmhouse-style decor pieces like the porcelain pitchers and the repurposed cake plate beside the sink remain true to the aesthetic. The shiplap underneath white cabinetry is the finishing touch to the entire feature, proving that any home configuration can follow the trend.
26 of Woodsy Black and White Modern Kitchen
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The dreaminess of this kitchen is found in the details, and the designer of this space didn’t skimp on anything. A white quartz countertop surrounds a black island sink that matches a modern three-tone range oven paired with a coordinated refrigerator and dishwasher. To tie in the open glass cabinetry, a wide-plank hardwood floor in the same tone lines the floors, though the island is composed of a lighter wood than the rest of the kitchen. The implementation of adjacent coloring is what makes this entire farmhouse-styled space pop.
27 of Neutral Farmhouse Kitchen With Quartz Countertops
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Glossy white quartz counters grace the tops of a wrap-around shiplap paneled kitchen island with cabinets and rustic bamboo bar stools. Pine floating shelves with cascading indoor plants, white glass dinnerware, and server ware are hung across the white tile backsplash with black sconce lights.
28 of Country-style White Cabinet Kitchen With Light Gray Vent Hood
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This country-style kitchen features white cabinets with black hardware and neutral granite countertops paired with a white subway tile backsplash. Neutral walls and a gray vent hood prove a pleasing contrast and gray grout gives the illusion of depth with an alluring texture. Bright inset lighting illuminates the space and dark wood flooring runs throughout.
29 of Functional Vintage Kitchen
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Functionality is the name of the game in this farmhouse kitchen with quartz tile backsplash, white cabinets, and a distressed rollable island. The island mimics a workbench, with a bottom shelf equipped with a myriad of kitchen utensils and supplies. The back wall boasts an extra-long coat rack with kitchen linens mounted near a vintage pantry door. Though the space is small, it is built for usability.
30 of Eat-in Kitchen With Vintage Cabinetry
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If you’re lucky to live in a house with 1950s cabinets that haven’t been previously renovated, use their unique build and shape to inspire farmhouse style decor. The open floor space with vinyl barn wood floors hosts an eat-in kitchen table with straw placemats and a jute runner. The overall aura of the kitchen is very old-timey, a true tribute to the essence of farmhouse styling down to the range oven that stands off on its own under two antique windows.
