Welcoming, Warm & Practical Country Kitchens

Unlike modern kitchens, Country Kitchens are much more detailed and elaborate, giving them a lovely traditional feel.

Drawers are in, so make good use of them by having large pot drawers to store bigger items.

This can really enhance the style of a country kitchen, giving it a shabby chic appearance.

Is recommended for cabinets, benches, tables, chairs and flooring in a country kitchen. However, it’s possible to bridge the gap between traditional and modernity using vinyl with a timber grain look in a lighter colour. Don’t be scared to modernise the design by keeping things a little more simple.

Patterning like checks, gingham and floral designs are one of the major signals of a country kitchen. Doors in timber, vinyl or hand painted finishes are beautiful features in a Country Kitchen.

Colour schemes in a country kitchen are generally natural, utilising the brown of timber and its adjacent colours like greens, yellows, and oranges. White, especially white-painted items, are also common in country kitchens. Black, blue and purple are rarely used in country kitchens.

Complete the look with a laminate, stone or feature timber benchtop. Wrought iron basket weave handles or knobs are most popular.

• Use open shelves for display items
• Opt for lace curtains, or at least lace inner curtains
• When you add artwork and ornaments, look for naturally inspired items
• Bring fresh flowers into your country kitchen regularly
• Look for old advertisements or food packages in antique shops
• Oil lamps are a decorative (though not really useful!) addition to a country kitchen
• Traditional plate racks and bread boxes are a charming addition to any country kitchen.