Thanks for your input. Modern rustic wouldn't be my first choice either if I were starting from scratch, but since we are not changing the floors, I figure they are going to make it a little rustic anyway we style the rest of the kitchen.

Would you consider a darker counter (the image is IKEA Barkaboda counter) and a deeper, more saturated blue for your backsplash?

Yes, I definitely would consider darker wood/more of a cobalt tile. What direction would you suggest with finishes and sink?

I agree with Patricia......it is already a lovely kitchen.....but that big hood, bright white cabinets, etc. prevent a rustic feel. I doubt that you are changing those things so I think " rustic " will not work. I would hold off on any changes until I could replace the floor.

I think the wood counter will work well with the floor. The backspash may not. Perhaps you can find a blue color in a less contemporary shape and style.

I think either a copper sink or a black composite sink would look sharp. Also, you should add hardware to your cabinets.

Let's call your kitchen eclectic, rather than rustic :-) I really think you can pull it off if you get the elements right - I see a somewhat traditional English or Spanish kitchen with some modern elements to it.

I think the wood will be fine. Consider cup pulls for the cabinets. I really like my Kohler Whitehaven cast iron apron front sink. It comes in a "short apron" style that can be installed on a standard sink base cabinet.

My Kohler Whitehaven "short apron":

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A less expensive farmhouse sink is the Ikea Domsjo. However, fireclay is not as durable as cast iron. Also, the Whitehaven is very easy to install because the apron slides over the frame - no need for a perfect cut.

You might look into a wood hood, possibly stained, but also could be painted white. Unfortunately, wood range hoods that come down from the ceiling plus the insert are pricy. I did a quick check and it looks like at least $1800 - $2000:( There might be a more rustic looking stainless option or copper or other metal - which will also be expensive.

Decide on your backsplash after the counter are in. I changed what I wanted for a backsplash a bit when I saw the big picture with the counters. I also retrofitted a cabinet with a plate rail. You do not show your whole kitchen, but there may be an area to remove a cabinet and replace with a small amount of shelving. A curtained sink cabinet with or without a farmhouse sink is a rustic touch.

I like the light blue backsplash but it might be more beachy than rustic - just wait till you get the other work done first. Beadboard is rustic and then you can change the color anytime you want with paint.

Cup pulls and reworked open cabinet:

If you do use a curtained sink base, be sure it slides easily if you use that space a lot and nothing dangerous for pets or children:

You can also curtain without a farmhouse sink:

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Here are some inspiration photos:

Thanks everyone, especially izeve and jhmarie. Izeve, the photos you posted really capture the feel of what I'm after. Maybe "Modern rustic" is not the right way to describe what I'm going for. I have considered a copper sink, white sink, or stainless and I'm not sure the direction to take. I this white would look so bright and fresh (but maybe not for long, as I've read that many folks have issues with staining). I'll check out the IKEA sink recommended above.

While you're at IKEA, check out this black sink they have. I think it would look really sharp with butcher block counters and your black appliances.

I have no problem with my white cast iron sink. This is my second cast iron sink - the other one was 18 years old when I replaced it and it still looked good so I put it in the basement kitchenette. Cast iron does need to be cleaned. Both sinks just needs an occasional light rub with Comet, Bar Keeper's Friend or a spritz of Clorox Clean up - depending whether there is a stain or a scratch. The older sink stains more easily, but cleans up well.

Black cast iron shows wear much more. It will reflect dull areas and scratches much more than white. Copper will get a patina that some love and others dislike, so do some research. Only the Whitehaven and Kohler Vault (stainless steel) farmhouse sinks come in a short apron style that can be installed on a standard sink base. The Ikea Domsjo probably can go on a standard sink base - not sure. You will have to do much more work on your sink base cabinet or get a new sink farmhouse sink base cabinet if you get a standard apron farmhouse sink.

Thank you jhmarie. Being able to install the new sink with no (or little) modification to the cabin would be an advantage.

I would use a stainless sink, and think you can use a combination of butcher block and white quartz on your countertops with your saltillo floors. I agree with others that the glass backsplash style doesn't work. You need a heavier looking tile that can stand up to the floors. You could use a lightly patterned spanish tile or a plain white subway tile on the back splash, and use white or a very light green/blue on your walls.

When we redid a bathroom that had Saltillo floor, we found a small square glass tile that looked crackled and had a similar color to the Saltillo. We used this in a niche with white subway all around. If you found something like that you could use it for your backsplash or as an accent.

Rather than butcher block counter, look at the new Formica choices. It has come a long way. I would do dark hammered copper farmer style sink and cobalt blue backsplash. Then do cobalt blue glass knobs on cabinets.

Check out the Formica Black Walnut. That will hammered copper apron sink and cobalt blue backsplash would be stunning.