“The concrete island transitions into an American oak timber extension, for a subtle separation between the zones,” says Susanna Bilardo of Adelaide interior design firm Enoki. Wallpapers are a great way to inject instant personality into what can be cold, sterile spaces. A small-scale floral trellis pattern, this Ditsy Block design has a distinctly retro feel, especially in the Bombolone colorway. Opting for a small-scale pattern is a good way to add personality without dominating a space. One easy way to give your kitchen a nod to retro style is to opt for retro kitchen appliances. The 1950s saw the emergence of the electric domestic home appliance with items like toasters, fridges, dishwashers and hand-held mixers developed to ease household chores and free up more time for leisure activities.
- A scalloped hood vent painted in the same peach as the kitchen cabinetry gives this Canadian waterfront cottage from Michelle Berwick Design an unexpected detail that changes everything.
- We love white kitchens as much as the next person, but there’s something about black kitchens we can’t get enough of.
- Combining unexpected patterns through wallpaper and backsplash adds personality to a space.
- We’re right here to sort out a broad range of styles that encapsulate the minimalist kitchen area.
- It works as a prep station, a counter to eat at, or even a temporary bar cart during a social evening at home.
Floor-to-ceiling storage in makes full use of the space in this renovated 1920s California bungalow. ‘My best piece of advice is to blend vintage pieces with modern amenities such as energy-efficient appliances or smart technology. This approach combines the best of modern conveniences with the charm of a retro aesthetic,’ suggests Mary Gordon, Vice-President, InSite Builders & Remodeling. Designed by Stealth Design and Pluck Kitchens, this space pays homage to the Mid-century period with its vibrant high-pressure laminate doors and patterned Domus tiles. Mary Gordon is Vice-President at InSite Builders & Remodeling a full service design-build firm in Bethesda, Maryland, working with homeowners in the Washington, DC region. Mary is responsible for the Administrative and Marketing divisions and works closely with the President and General Manager to develop and maintain the mission, vision and culture of the company.
#14: Secure a Bright and Cosy Kitchen Entrance Design
Consider the other rooms that will be in eyesight when designing your kitchen. We love how the earthy green tones in the room behind this kitchen blend with the backsplash and dark cabinetry tones. Hannah Tyler Designs knows that a high-contrast space never goes out of style.
- Truthfully, we don’t know why everyone doesn’t hang their pots and pans overhead?
- Primary colors were commonplace and abstract patterns with curved forms and shapes came to the fore.
- A true classic never goes out of style, as this très chic old-world kitchen proves.
The kitchen flows into the dining area with a built-in banquette that features hidden bonus storage. Modernize a galley-style kitchen with a semi-open layout that includes peninsula seating, like this New York City space from interior designer Alvin Wayne that opens up the living area. If your galley kitchen is wide enough, consider swapping a kitchen island for a dining table and chairs. Pluck Kitchens paired an oval table with a slim base and colorful chairs to create a gathering space in this London kitchen.
Take Your Cue From the Home’s Style
Arrange your kitchen layout to take advantage of large windows and use reflective surfaces to bounce light throughout the space, making it feel even more open and inviting. An island or peninsula creates a sociable kitchen layout, with the ‘working’ kitchen area open to the rest of the home. It’s a versatile option that can be tailored to your family’s needs.
