The Kitchen Identity: Which one are you?  by Elisa
Most of us start and end our day in the kitchen. Considered as an important family room in every house, it is where a great deal of interaction and foot traffic takes place. Functionality and Comfort are keys to a successful kitchen design but Identity is what will make a kitchen your own.
You’d be surprised at the variety of kitchen designs your local home depot can accommodate. Get familiar with the three most popular styles and discover your kitchen personality!
Country. Country kitchens are bright and welcoming – definitely home spun. Floral, checks, striped, gingham and plaid are most common patterns found in this kitchen style. For flooring and furniture, think natural wood. For wall color: barn red, soft yellow, earth tones, and blues. One fine thing about a country kitchen is that you need not spend too much on decorating. Antiques and old knick-knacks are the best accent pieces for this kitchen identity.
Traditional. Traditional kitchens carry the elegance of 18th to 20th century Victorian homes. Think Windsor or Queen Anne. Build on Timeless rather than Trendy. Traditional kitchens abound in crown moldings, marble and granite with white or ivory walls. Walnut and mahogany are more popular choices for furniture pieces but dark cherry wood adds a touch of character to the traditional kitchen.
Contemporary. Contemporary kitchens are modern, clean and simple. This kitchen style is not heavy on details and incorporates efficient ways to avoid clutter. Accent pieces are usually man-made more than natural: stainless steel, chrome, glass, and laminated wood. The architectural design of a contemporary kitchen emphasizes on open space and lighting.
Your kitchen is more than just a place to cook and serve meals; it’s also a place to engage relationships. Designing a kitchen can be a tedious task but is surely rewarding. Great planning goes into the work and considerations – like budget, space, and architecture – must be given much thought.
Discover your kitchen identity and show everyone why your kitchen is the heart of your home.
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