cOUNTRY cOMFORT
Whether your home is in the heart of the city or on an acre or rural delight, if you want that country appeal in your kitchen you can have it. There are five key elements that create the warm and comforting appearance of a country kitchen:
- Colours.
- Fixtures and appliances.
- Design features and layout
- Materials.
- Accessories.
cOSY COLOURS
This may be the most challenging part of designing your Gold Coast or Brisbane country kitchen. You must select the colour palette which will set the feel for your kitchen. It is important to get just the right combination of colour and depth to achieve that Australian, English or French country style you desire. A warm and comfortable country feel can be created using soft earthy tones and pale muted hues in the following colours:
- Blues.
- Yellows.
- Whites and creams.
- Brick reds.
- Pastel greens.
- Olive tones.
- Shades of orange.
Fancy fixtures and aGED APPLIANCES
To really set off your Gold Coast or Brisbane country kitchen you should consider installing some retro appliances. The look and style associated with some of the new retro look ovens will make a real impact to your kitchen design.
It is also important to consider the power of brass or copper faucets in your country kitchen. These will bring a sense of elegance and can be complimented by an apron style or larger sized basin sink.
Your use of a feature range hood will also bring some country charm to your kitchen space. You can have an artistic wooden one or your could opt for a retro copper look, either way it will become a feature of your country design.
A country kitchen would not be complete without the addition of a suspended saucepan rack. Selecting just the right style is important as you want it to add some artistic flair above your island.
It is also important to consider the power of brass or copper faucets in your country kitchen. These will bring a sense of elegance and can be complimented by an apron style or larger sized basin sink.
Your use of a feature range hood will also bring some country charm to your kitchen space. You can have an artistic wooden one or your could opt for a retro copper look, either way it will become a feature of your country design.
A country kitchen would not be complete without the addition of a suspended saucepan rack. Selecting just the right style is important as you want it to add some artistic flair above your island.
fARM STYLE FEATURES
Let's begin where we left off...islands. All country kitchens need a well placed island. This is where you will feature your suspended saucepan rack or fancy pendant lights and where you can showcase any country inspired decor, fresh cut flowers, and displays of organic fruit and vegetables.
Another kitchen design aspect to consider is whether to have separate cabinetry. Mismatched and freestanding items can produce a feel of homeliness adding to the country appeal.
Another kitchen design aspect to consider is whether to have separate cabinetry. Mismatched and freestanding items can produce a feel of homeliness adding to the country appeal.
mATURED MATERIALS
You should choose materials for your Gold Coast or Brisbane country kitchen that depict a country style, such as rustic, weathered, aged and natural materials. These could include:
- Wood.
- Brick.
- Printed feature splash back tiles.
- Decorative cornice.
- Chrome, brass or wood handles.
- Glass inserts for cupboards.
- Decorative display shelving.
- Exposed ceiling beams.
- Panelling for walls and cupboard doors.
aRTY ACCESSORIES
Finish your Gold Coast or Brisbane country kitchen by adding some artistic flare. This could include a country style art piece, some homely hand towels, a floral kitchen mat, some cook books, a retro jug and toaster combination, a whistle teapot for the stove, some country style bar stools or corner chair. This is where you make your country kitchen unique to you.
hOW kich CAN HELP YOU GET A COUNTRY LOOK AND FEEL
KICH will help you capture your country flare and turn it into a functional and dynamic kitchen. You can spend time in your new kitchen everyday feeling like you are miles away and surrounded by nature.