To turn your kitchen into a cosy cooking place, consider these cottage style cornerstones.
Cottage design is exemplified by open shelving and plate racks. For a truly cottage aesthetic, brackets or corbels that hold the shelves are essential. Keep it basic but elegant. Remove the doors from an existing cabinet or two to make inexpensive open shelving instead of spending money on new shelves.
Windows and Doors with Small Panes
Cottage style emphasises a light, airy feel. Choose plenty of paned glass if privacy isn’t an issue. Replace regular upper cabinet doors with glass-front models. Install curtains on the inside of the doors if you need to conceal something.
Beautiful patina
Cabinetry, floors, and furniture all benefit from a well-worn look. With chippy, sanded paint that celebrates imperfection, add plenty of character to your kitchen.
Wooden Floors
Wide-plank wood floors offer a cottage vibe to them. Consult a specialist to guarantee the floor will withstand kitchen activity and the occasional spill, whether you choose a painted, stained, or natural surface.
Board with Beads
In a cottage kitchen, beaded board can be used liberally. It looks wonderful on the walls, ceiling, island, cabinets, and everything else you can think of. Install the beaded board horizontally for an unexpected twist. The design is completed with a fresh coat of bright white paint.
Hardware for Bins
Bin-style drawer pulls give your kitchen a general-store vibe. For cabinet doors and hinges from the same era, consider spring-loaded latch hardware.
Sit and Relax for a bit
Comfort is the trademark of a cottage kitchen. Give your guests plenty of cushioned couches, fluffy textiles, and a welcoming rather than perfect seating space.
Wicker Creations
Wicker is a great material for both storage and seating in the kitchen. To preserve a classic design, use natural wicker on open shelves and countertops, or white spray-painted versions.
Details of Furniture Style
Cottage cabinets with feet and simple crown moulding complete the look. A standalone hutch from another era serves as the room’s focal point.
Fabrics for Women
Sumptuous textiles soften the harsh lines of kitchen cabinetry. Replace base cabinetry with ruffled fabric panels hanging with curtain rods for a cottage style statement, or try a simple sink skirt in plaid or pastel for gentle texture.
Shutters are the traditional cottage window treatment, whether cafe- or full-height. They’re not simply for security. To create a cottage story, use them for pantry doors or imaginative décor.
Shutters with Style
Shutters are the traditional cottage window treatment, whether cafe- or full-height. They’re not simply for security. To create a cottage story, use them for pantry doors or imaginative décor.
Cottage Style
White and soft pastels are frequently used in cottage-style colour schemes. But don’t be afraid to add a splash of colour. Add red or blue gingham curtains, or paint the kitchen island a complementary colour like celadon. A splash of bright yellow paint on the cabinetry ensures a cheerful start to the day.
Treasures from Tag Sales
Look for a buffet or hutch in need of some TLC at tag or estate sales. A cottage-style focus piece for the kitchen is created with a fresh coat of paint and new — or salvaged — hardware. For cheap cottage kitchen decor, look for vintage items at flea markets.
Floral Style
Fresh floral themes bring the feel of an English garden home. The organic design creates a relaxed country vibe in an otherwise bland cottage kitchen.
Extra-Large Baseboards
Baseboards that are bold and attract attention are a hallmark of turn-of-the-century residences. They add the last touch to a lovely floor. Wide planks capped with base caps create enormous baseboards. You can customise the height of your own by making your own.
