Designing a farmhouse kitchen

Kitchens are the heart of any home. From cooking and food preparation, to homework and family meals, gathering in the kitchen can create memories to last a lifetime. So when you choose a new kitchen, make sure you make the right choice. A farmhouse kitchen can be the perfect option for country-style homes and traditional properties. But it can also be a fantastic addition to a contemporary kitchen too. But what kind of design features should you include in your farmhouse kitchen? Well, here at Homematas, we are Preston’s leading kitchen design specialists. As a result, we have produced this guide to everything you should know about designing a farmhouse kitchen.

What are the considerations when designing a farmhouse kitchen?

So, what should you consider and include when thinking about designing a farmhouse kitchen? Well, there are a couple of things to think about, including:

• Wooden cabinets- farmhouse kitchens should make use a of a range of wooden and natural surfaces. From wooden cabinets, to hardwood worktops, and wooden flooring, different wood shades and textures can be combined. You could also use painted to add colour and character to your farmhouse kitchen.
• A kitchen table- a key feature of any farmhouse kitchen is the kitchen table.And even in a smaller kitchen, you should still try to add a seating area. This is because farmhouse kitchens are designed to relax and socialise in. And so the kitchen table or seating, becomes the hub of the kitchen.
• Final touches- the smallest design decisions can have an impact on your overall kitchen design, and this includes things like your handles, blinds or curtains, tiles or splash-backs, and even your light fixtures and switches. Choose natural materials in a colour that suits your overall design scheme.

For more information or advice about creating a country style kitchen, get in touch with Preston’s kitchen experts today, here at Homematas. Or why not take a look at our range of kitchens online?