Warm and homey farmhouses anchored a life on the land, and they still offer great functionality and comfort. Their open shelving, wide sinks, classic flooring and big kitchen table make them easy to work in and easy to love. Guide: 8 Elements of a Farmhouse Kitchen.
Add a sink. A window over the kitchen sink is a popular design move and helps dissipate the drudgery of doing the dishes. Get twice as much view by planning a corner sink that lets you enjoy the sights out two sides of your home.Not sure? Check out this ideabook: Is a Kitchen Corner Sink Right for You?
In our kitchen, which also had a sunny exposure, there was only one small window above the sink. We left that alone when we renovated the kitchen, but a couple of years later when we had some other work done, we removed a large double cabinet to expand the existing window and add two more, similar to this kitchen’s design.