A cottage kitchen is all about the charm of the simple and rustic. It is where Craftsmen and Farmhouse elements come across countryside sensibilities. If you are remodeling an English cottage-inspired kitchen, here are some key features you want to incorporate into your design, according to a kitchen contractor.
1. Small-Pane Windows
A cottage-style kitchen should evoke the light and airy feel of living in the countryside. When privacy is not a major concern, consider utilizing small panes of glass throughout the space. Use glass-front units instead of conventional doors for upper cabinets. To keep some items out of sight, you can use curtains on the inside of the cabinets.
2. Wood Floors
In a quintessential cottage kitchen, wide-plank wood floors are a staple. Work with a professional designer to find a material and finish that will not only stand up to foot traffic and occasional spills but also the weather conditions in the area.
3. Beadboard
Beadboard is a style of wall paneling that features vertically grooved panels. Feel free to use this in your cottage-inspired kitchen to make it look and feel more authentic. You can use it on the walls, ceilings, and cabinets. Complete the look by adding a lick of crisp white paint.
4. Floral Fabrics
A kitchen remodeler suggests breaking up the hard lines of cabinetry in your cottage kitchen using opulent textiles. A simple sink skirt in a plaid pattern or pastel color can bring a little bit of scenic landscape into your home. Or you can make a visual statement by swapping your base cabinets for ruffled fabric hung on curtain rods.
5. Soft Colors
While white and pastel colors often make up the color palette of a cottage-style kitchen, do not hesitate to punch it up by infusing a little brightness into the space. For example, add red or blue gingham curtains to the windows or dress the kitchen island in a peculiar shade like celadon for an accent. A dose of lemon yellow on some of the cabinets also creates a warm and inviting ambiance in the kitchen.
6. Oversized Baseboards
A common feature in turn-of-the-century residences, wide baseboards command attention and are a beautiful finishing touch to real wood flooring. You can create these oversized baseboards with wide planks topped with base caps. By customizing this feature, you can freely choose the height that complements the rest of the accessories in the room.
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