The 21st century ushered in minimalism with ultra modern designs which are sometimes nice, but in a particular spaces in the house only. My opinion is that a kitchen should look warm, cozy, inviting and a place where you feel uninhibited. A place where grandma would look and feel the part. It is possible to have such an elegant traditional kitchen with a little creativity and at a fraction of the cost of a modern looking one.
To remedy this, lets have a look at four ways for you to get them back into the kitchen and communicating again:
Idea One: Accessories play a huge role in creating a country look kitchen. You need to think of things like old storage tins, wicker baskets, wooden bowls and fresh flowers. Today you can have exquisitely made blinds to accentuate your windows. Also place a few dried vegetables like garlic or tomatoes neatly strung around the kitchen. You need to think of earthly objects which will give your kitchen a wholesome healthy look.
Useful idea Two: There is nothing so inviting as an oak finish to your cabinets. They are available in a large array of colors to suite your personal taste. If you invest in a high quality wood, your cabinets will last forever and will always have that classic and elegant look to them.
Useful idea Three: Correct lighting can be very appealing in a kitchen. It can create a fantastic ambiance in the room by subtly highlighting an expensive bowl or an antique that you inherited from a great aunt. Opt for some small recess lighting units to be installed under your cabinets and in your cabinets where you have glass panels.
Useful idea Four: Your flooring will also set the tone of your kitchen. Here you can opt for natural stone. It will instantly give a country feel. Look into slate with a darker shade than your oak finish as it will compliment your cabinets beautifully. You could also have them cut into smaller slabs and do up a wall in your kitchen with the same slate. It actually looks spectacular if you slate the wall behind where your stove and hob is standing. Here one can imagine that you are cooking from a fireplace. It creates a great focal point to the kitchen as well.
Lastly, try and remember that a kitchen is the heart of a home. You need to get as much family trinkets in this room as possible. A photo here and there of a recent family event will always spark conversation. Maybe an old baseball perched on its stand on a small shelf. Or what about your favorite cook book displayed on a counter. The idea of a traditional kitchen is to make it personal for everyone in the home, not just the cook. - 33383
To remedy this, lets have a look at four ways for you to get them back into the kitchen and communicating again:
Idea One: Accessories play a huge role in creating a country look kitchen. You need to think of things like old storage tins, wicker baskets, wooden bowls and fresh flowers. Today you can have exquisitely made blinds to accentuate your windows. Also place a few dried vegetables like garlic or tomatoes neatly strung around the kitchen. You need to think of earthly objects which will give your kitchen a wholesome healthy look.
Useful idea Two: There is nothing so inviting as an oak finish to your cabinets. They are available in a large array of colors to suite your personal taste. If you invest in a high quality wood, your cabinets will last forever and will always have that classic and elegant look to them.
Useful idea Three: Correct lighting can be very appealing in a kitchen. It can create a fantastic ambiance in the room by subtly highlighting an expensive bowl or an antique that you inherited from a great aunt. Opt for some small recess lighting units to be installed under your cabinets and in your cabinets where you have glass panels.
Useful idea Four: Your flooring will also set the tone of your kitchen. Here you can opt for natural stone. It will instantly give a country feel. Look into slate with a darker shade than your oak finish as it will compliment your cabinets beautifully. You could also have them cut into smaller slabs and do up a wall in your kitchen with the same slate. It actually looks spectacular if you slate the wall behind where your stove and hob is standing. Here one can imagine that you are cooking from a fireplace. It creates a great focal point to the kitchen as well.
Lastly, try and remember that a kitchen is the heart of a home. You need to get as much family trinkets in this room as possible. A photo here and there of a recent family event will always spark conversation. Maybe an old baseball perched on its stand on a small shelf. Or what about your favorite cook book displayed on a counter. The idea of a traditional kitchen is to make it personal for everyone in the home, not just the cook. - 33383
About the Author:
Matthew Kerridge is an expert in kitchens. If you want further information about types of traditional kitchen or are searching for a reputable kitchen retailer please visit http://www.wrenkitchens.com
