Designing a modern coastal farmhouse kitchen often involves blending bright, airy finishes with rustic materials and clean architectural lines. Homeowners are drawn to this style because it delivers a relaxed coastal feel while keeping the warmth and familiarity of traditional farmhouse details. Common elements include white or lightly painted cabinetry, shiplap walls, apron-front sinks, exposed beams, and natural textures such as wood, stone, cane, and woven seating. Large windows, light-filled layouts, and ocean-inspired color palettes help reinforce the coastal influence, while butcher block islands, subway tile, and paneled cabinetry maintain the farmhouse character.

These 30 modern coastal farmhouse kitchen ideas show different ways to combine these features—from bold blue cabinetry and high-contrast styling to full white interiors with rustic wood accents. Each design highlights practical material choices, smart layouts, and distinct finishing touches that create a bright, welcoming, and timeless kitchen environment.

1. Waterfall Marble Island with Rich Wood Trim and Woven Bar Seating

This bright kitchen features an all-white aesthetic complemented by natural materials. The defining feature is the large central island, which boasts a white marble countertop with a striking waterfall edge on the visible side. Above the range, the design incorporates a chunky wooden floating shelf and a small display area on the wall. The large window is framed in warm natural wood. The farmhouse element is subtly maintained with shaker-style white cabinetry. Coastal texture is introduced via three wooden bar stools featuring woven cane backs. The flooring consists of large, lightly colored stone tiles.

2. Pale Blue Walls and Traditional Glass-Front Uppers Paired with Stone Flooring

This design utilizes a softer, more traditional coastal palette, featuring pale blue-green paint on the upper walls. The lower cabinetry is traditional white shaker style and includes a classic apron-front sink. Above the sink, a run of white glass-front cabinets provides traditional display space. The room incorporates functional wooden pieces, including a mobile butcher block prep island with a white base and a round wooden dining table set on a painted white pedestal base. The floor is finished with large, natural, irregularly shaped stone tiles.

3. High-Contrast Farmhouse with Black Cabinetry, Butcher Block Island, and Teal Accent Light

A bold, modern interpretation is achieved through the use of matte black base cabinetry and a tall black refrigerator unit. This darkness is balanced by crisp white walls and a white range hood located above a traditional white oven/range. The backsplash behind the stove is detailed with vertical paneling. The substantial central island features a thick butcher block countertop resting on chunky white, turned legs, with seating provided by black stools. An industrial metal wire pot rack is suspended above the island. A vibrant coastal element is provided by a wall-mounted light fixture in a bright blue or teal color. The flooring is composed of light stone tiles.

4. Deep Coastal Blue Walls with Cream Cabinetry and a Black Farmhouse Sink

This kitchen leans into a deep nautical hue, featuring slate or marine blue painted walls that contrast sharply with the creamy white base cabinetry. The space utilizes architectural detail with white coffered ceiling beams. A striking focal point is the matte black farmhouse sink paired with a matching black faucet, placed below glass-front upper cabinets. The counter on the main cabinet run appears to be white marble, while the island opposite features a warm butcher block countertop. The floor is made up of large, warm-toned flagstone or natural stone tiles.

5. Light-Filled White Shiplap Walls and Ceiling Anchored by a Single Wood Beam

This bright coastal farmhouse design utilizes extensive white vertical planking/shiplap on the walls and a similar paneled design on the ceiling. The ceiling is intersected by a prominent, wide, natural wood timber beam, which provides rustic character. The perimeter features white base cabinets with simple countertops. The island base is constructed using white vertical beadboard. The flooring consists of wide, light-toned wood planks. Open shelving is utilized near the window, and mixed pendant lights hang over the dining area and island.

6. Classic White Subway Tile Backsplash and Mobile Butcher Block Prep Station

This charming, functional space relies on texture and traditional shapes. The walls feature an extensive white subway tile backsplash, extending almost to the ceiling. The base cabinetry is simple white, topped with warm wood countertops. The sink is a unique bisque or tan-colored apron-front farmhouse sink. The center of the room includes a small, white, mobile island or cart with a wood top, offering practical workspace and open shelving. The rustic feel is solidified by wide, heavily distressed wood plank flooring and a blue and white striped runner rug.

7. Subtle Two-Toned Galley Kitchen with Traditional White Sink and Grey Island Base

A modern galley layout is featured here, utilizing a simple two-toned approach. The main work area centers around a white apron-front farmhouse sink surrounded by crisp white cabinetry and a subway tile backsplash. Opposite this wall is a secondary run of cabinets, possibly an island base, painted a soft, subtle grey or taupe shade. Traditional white glass-front upper cabinets are placed above the sink area. The flooring is a medium-toned, polished wood.

8. Ocean View Kitchen Featuring Light Wood Island and Dark Contrasting Drawers

This exceptionally bright kitchen maximizes its coastal appeal with large, multi-paned windows that showcase an expansive ocean view. The walls and ceiling are covered in white vertical planking. The large central island is clad in light, natural, unfinished wood vertical paneling. A significant detail is the contrast provided by a few dark, almost black base cabinet drawers situated beneath open white floating shelves. A white farmhouse sink is set into the dark cabinetry, complemented by a brass faucet. The wide plank flooring matches the light wood of the island.

9. Modern Stainless Steel Farmhouse Sink in a Pastel Green Dining Area

While the kitchen cabinetry is white and features a classic subway tile backsplash, the adjacent dining space introduces a calming coastal color through soft, muted sage or mint green walls. The countertop visible in the foreground is white stone or marble. A standout modern element is the deep, wide stainless steel apron-front sink. The dining area includes a natural wood table paired with classic white windsor-style chairs.

10. Rustic Exposed Beams and Central Island Emphasizing a Large Ocean Window

This design captures a rugged coastal farmhouse feel, characterized by heavy, distressed wooden ceiling beams spanning the white ceiling. The focus is the expansive, deep-set window framed in natural wood, providing a clear, uninterrupted view of the ocean. The perimeter cabinetry is simple white, topped with white counters. The central island provides stark contrast, built from dark, heavily stained wood and featuring a rugged wooden top, creating a solid, rustic anchor to the space. The entire floor is covered in wide, dark, distressed wood planks.

11. Creamy Backsplash Tile and Coffer Ceiling Detail with Warm Wood Countertops

This warm kitchen features a coffered ceiling design. The backsplash utilizes creamy or beige-toned subway tiles which contrast with the crisp white cabinetry. The counter space around the apron-front sink and perimeter is finished with warm, natural wood countertops. Open floating shelves made of natural wood are used for displaying décor and dishware. The space is kept bright by long, flowing white sheer curtains at the large window.

12. Weathered Wood Cabinetry and Coastal Palette in a Galley Layout

This sophisticated galley kitchen incorporates light, weathered wood tones. The full-height cabinets and island base are constructed from light, natural, distressed wood. The island features a large farmhouse sink and is lit by oversized glass globe pendant lights. The walls visible outside the main cabinet area are painted a soft coastal blue-green. The floor is composed of large, square, light-toned stone tiles. The cooking area includes a professional-style range set against a white subway tile backsplash.

13. White Painted Beams Over an Open Plan Kitchen with a Butcher Block Island

This space features exposed, white-painted wooden ceiling beams that run across a white planked ceiling, enhancing the farmhouse charm. The perimeter cabinets surrounding the white apron-front sink are white. The central island is built from natural, mid-toned wood with multiple drawers and open shelving for display. The walls are painted a warm, light tan or beige color. The floor has a continuous, smooth, light concrete or stucco finish.

14. Retro Appliance Focal Point and Light Wood Island in a Soft Coastal Setting

This kitchen offers a playful vintage twist with a large, retro-style refrigerator visible on the left. The wall color is a soft, light seafoam green or aqua. The island, which features a light, natural wood base with paneled detailing, houses a deep grey/blue farmhouse sink. The perimeter counters are wood, while the island counter is white. The space is finished with large, light-colored stone floor tiles.

15. Dramatic Marble Backsplash Paired with Rustic Wood Beams and Glass Cabinets

Luxury and rusticity meet in this design, which features thick, raw wooden ceiling beams. The perimeter cabinetry is a soft white, featuring upper cabinets with traditional paned glass fronts. The most luxurious element is the highly veined, light brown and tan natural stone used for the backsplash and countertops, running the length of the cooking area. A large stainless steel range hood with copper/bronze accents is situated above the stove. The floor consists of large, warm stone tiles.

16. White Shiplap Walls with Strategic Black Appliances and Blue Coastal Accents

This compact kitchen emphasizes the crispness of the coastal aesthetic with white horizontal shiplap walls. The cabinetry is white, centered around a white apron-front sink. Contrast is provided by a black dishwasher and a partially visible black refrigerator. The countertops are dark grey or black. A splash of coastal blue is provided by blue shelves and a small blue and white striped runner rug. The flooring is medium-toned polished wood.

17. High-Contrast Black Range Hood and Lantern Pendant in an All-White Shiplap Kitchen

This bright kitchen features white horizontal shiplap on the walls and ceiling, creating a unified, textural background. The cabinetry is crisp white shaker style with dark hardware. The focal point is the large, geometric matte black range hood and black stove, which provides a strong modern contrast. The island continues the contrast with a black industrial stool. The room is illuminated by a large black lantern-style pendant light over the island and features warm wood flooring.

18. White Subway Tile Backsplash and Exposed Wood Beams Over a Natural Wood Island

This design successfully blends rustic structure with clean lines. The ceiling features thick, exposed wooden beams. The walls are covered in an extensive white subway tile backsplash. The perimeter cabinets are white with brass hardware. The center island stands out with a base constructed of natural, mid-toned wood and a white marble countertop. The floor is a smooth, continuous, light brown concrete or cement finish.

19. Vertical Coastal Blue Planking and Traditional White Farmhouse Hutch

A strong coastal mood is set by the use of light blue vertical wood paneling on the walls. This area is integrated with a dining space featuring a rustic white and wood table and classic white chairs. A classic farmhouse storage piece, a large white hutch/china cabinet with glass doors, stands against the blue wall. The floor consists of wide, warm-toned wood planks.

20. Galley Kitchen with Coastal Blue Accent Wall and Traditional Farmhouse Sink

This galley-style kitchen features long runs of creamy white cabinetry topped with white marble countertops. The sink is a large white apron-front style. A defining coastal element is the soft blue paint used on the upper walls, particularly near the hooded stove area. Opposite the cabinets, a rustic, open wooden island or table provides workspace and shelving. The floor is covered in wide, dark, distressed wood planks.

21. Natural Wood Island Base and Matching Range Hood with White Marble Backsplash

This striking kitchen features a highly modern farmhouse look, integrating a full white marble slab backsplash behind the range. The range hood is custom, finished with a natural wood trim at the base. The centerpiece is the island, which has a natural, lightly stained wood base with open shelving, topped by a white countertop. The island is lit by two oversized clear glass globe pendant lights with gold or brass chains/hardware.

22. Rustic Beams Over a Blue-Grey Island and Warm Tan Accent Wall

This design features exposed, light natural wood ceiling beams running across a white ceiling. The perimeter cabinetry is white shaker style with a subway tile backsplash. The central island is painted a dusty blue or grey-blue color with cross-bracing details on the end. A major accent is the adjacent wall, painted a rich, warm tan or terracotta color. The kitchen features light wood flooring.

23. Full Dusty Blue Cabinetry with Wood Island Top and Brass Hardware

Going bold on the coastal color, this kitchen features all cabinetry, both upper and lower, painted in a striking dusty blue. The cabinets are complemented by bright brass hardware. The walls are finished with a clean white subway tile backsplash. The island breaks the blue with a thick butcher block countertop. The space utilizes recessed ceiling beams and light wood plank flooring.

24. Ocean View Kitchen with Recessed Panel Ceiling and Wood-Top Island Extension

This beautiful white kitchen capitalizes on its location with a large window offering an expansive ocean view. The ceiling features elegant white paneling with recessed details. The perimeter is all white shaker cabinetry, including a white farmhouse sink. The island features a wood countertop extension over the seating area. A rustic touch is added by a metal pot hook fixture hanging above the island. The flooring consists of wide, distressed wood planks.

25. High-Contrast Black Slate Floor Tiles and Built-in Dining Nook

This design achieves drama through its dark flooring, featuring large, unevenly cut black slate tiles. The perimeter cabinetry is classic white shaker style centered around a white farmhouse sink. The walls are painted a light, neutral tan or beige. A standout feature is the large, curved, matte black range hood above the stove. The space includes a built-in white dining bench (banquette) with grey cushions.

26. Slate Blue Accent Wall and Dark Wood-Look Tiled Floor with Modern Black Range

This kitchen utilizes contrasting surfaces to define the space. The floor is finished with dark grey, wood-look tiled planks. A single accent wall is painted a soft slate blue. The working area features white subway tile backsplash and white base cabinets. The appliance area is grounded by a black professional-style range and a matte black range hood. The dining area includes a round wood table and white windsor chairs.

27. Whitewashed Shiplap Walls with Rustic Interior Wood Shutters and Exposed Beams

This highly textural kitchen combines rustic and coastal elements. The walls are covered in white horizontal shiplap paneling. Thick, exposed wooden beams run across the ceiling. A distinctive farmhouse element is the deep-set window featuring internal, dark rustic wood plantation shutters. The counter is white marble. A large glass globe pendant light hangs centrally. The flooring consists of large, grey/tan stone tiles.

28. Waterfall Quartz Island Against Light Blue Walls and Dark Blue Shutters

A high level of sophistication is achieved with a massive central island featuring a white marble or quartz waterfall edge with light tan veining. The perimeter walls are painted a soft, airy blue. A dramatic coastal color contrast is provided by dark blue plantation shutters on the window. The space is lit by two large clear glass globe pendants with brass hardware. The floor consists of large, warm, light stone tiles.

29. Monochromatic Creamy White Kitchen with Diamond Pattern Backsplash and Gold Accents

This kitchen focuses on texture within a near-monochromatic color scheme. The cabinetry is creamy white shaker style. The backsplash features a subtle, small diamond or diagonal patterned tile. The island is luxurious, fully clad in veined, pale tan/beige natural stone. Modern glamour is added via two oversized dome pendant lights with shiny gold/brass bases. The floor features large, warm stone tiles.

30. Dual Wood Tones and Stainless Steel Appliances Under a Soft Coastal Ceiling

This final design features a sophisticated mix of materials. The full-height cabinets housing the refrigerator are made of natural, mid-toned wood. The walls in the background are painted a soft coastal blue-green. The island features a natural wood base with open shelving and a white countertop, lit by a large metal dome pendant light. The kitchen utilizes modern stainless steel appliances, including a large range hood. The adjacent dining area features a rustic, heavy wood table. The flooring is composed of large, light square tiles.