Rustic style kitchen -
characteristics and design ideas
Rustic style kitchens are triumphant in homes.
A passion for a calm, idyllic life, raw finishes, and aged furniture are elements that a rustic kitchen must possess. Interior design inspirations from this article will help you rediscover the nostalgia of the countryside in your own home.
Rustic style – how did it begin?
Rustic style is associated with a country cottage, a homely atmosphere, the warmth of the hearth, and overall simplicity. The closeness to nature is evident in warm color palettes and natural, raw materials used in the interiors. A country-style kitchen, simple, organic, and not requiring complicated solutions, is certainly a solution for nature enthusiasts, for whom peace and harmony at home are paramount.
"Rusticus" in Latin means "rural". The beginnings of rustic style date back to the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, when an American entrepreneur decided to make an armchair from a single plank. His idea gained recognition among many people, leading to its eventual popularity worldwide. Countryside tranquility was considered the ideal lifestyle during the Romantic era. Rustic kitchens were created thanks to inspiration drawn from French and English interiors.
Rustic style kitchen – characteristics of wooden elements
Wood is the fundamental element that must be present in a rustic interior. Ready-made rustic furniture is now available in stores. It's generally accepted that the older the wood, the better, and it's best if it's stained – this allows its natural characteristics to reflect the interior's character and influence the final look of the kitchen.
Wooden furniture will be more interesting and even more fitting for the style if you further emphasize the visible wood grain on their surface. Does your furniture still look "too new"? Paint it with a single coat of white paint, and then once it's dry, sand the surface with coarse sandpaper. This will give the wood an aged look.
A good way to acquire rustic furniture is to look for it at flea markets. In such places, you'll find plenty of perfect accessories that fit your rustic-style kitchen interior. However, you need to be patient – the search may not be successful on the first try. But don't worry or get discouraged, keep looking! In such places, you can find real furniture gems – even those that require a small repair. Remember that no one will take away the satisfaction of repairing your atmospheric furniture yourself.
What if you don't feel like deliberately aging wood and don't have time to go to markets? It's worth looking for reclaimed wood, which will already have the desired look. Such wood is more durable, and by giving it a second life, it will probably last for years to come. Are you wondering if wood in this form will emphasize the country style? The kitchen will certainly only benefit from such treatments!
Wood on the ceiling is also not a bad idea. If you are furnishing a kitchen in a house and your ceiling is based on ceiling beams – don't despair! Ceiling beams are most often made of wood, so uncover the covered beams and highlight the uncovered ones. A room with exposed wood on the ceiling will be incredibly stylish. Raw, rough, imperfect ceiling beams will add character to the interior without hindering its use. Additionally, they will look exceptional with bunches of dried herbs hanging from them.
Country style kitchen – color scheme
Another important aspect that a country-style kitchen must fulfill is a well-chosen color scheme. To achieve a cozy interior rich in a rural atmosphere, opt for bright, warm colors that evoke a countryside aura. The rustic color palette can be divided into the following types:
- Neutral colors – warm white, beige, linen, porcelain, almond, desert colors, light browns, cardamom, wheat, straw, coffee with milk,
- Wood colors – rustic oak, smoked oak, brushed oak, walnut, rosewood, mahogany, chestnut, teak,
- Earth colors – light steel blue, grays, clay, khaki, olive, sage green, bark, fern, travertine, slate, granite, brick, stone,
- Spicy colors – cinnamon, sandalwood, umber, black, sepia, caramel, toffee, vanilla bean, cacao.
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Neutral colors should form the background of the room – neutral walls are a timeless base for creating a kitchen straight from the countryside. The arrangement will be complemented by wood colors, found mainly on furniture, and earth colors used for the floor, kitchen countertops, or possibly as an additional color on the wall. Spicy colors should be used sparingly; an accent in cinnamon colors will add a subtle piquancy to the interior.
Rustic kitchen accessories – a guide to brick
An interior without accessories is just a room that does not reflect the character of the homeowner. Take care of the accessories if you want your interior to be the heart of the home. Brick is an accessory that adorns the wall in rustic interiors, not only in the vicinity of kitchen furniture. Interestingly, red brick and wood are a perfect duo. Such a wall is an interesting contrast if you place an old, white dresser with decorative porcelain on it.
If you like brick but are afraid of using it in the interior, try painting the brick with white paint or take advantage of modern solutions and choose ceramic tiles in the shape of a brick. White, black, glossy or matte will be a stylish alternative to classic brick. In our offer you will find various kitchen tiles, and among them also those that will suit a rustic-style kitchen. Their advantage is that ceramic tiles are long-lasting and much easier to maintain.
Rustic kitchen accessories that catch the eye
Any interior accessory that evokes a pastoral atmosphere will be a suitable addition that the country style will embrace. A kitchen with a rattan rocking chair, a cupboard with glazed doors, and behind them beautiful porcelain tableware and wooden boards – these are the basic elements of a rustic interior design.
Flowers in wicker pot covers, vases with wildflowers, checkered curtains, a hand-knitted blanket, lace doilies, and linen tea towels are decorative elements that can find their dream corner in the home. Clay pots and white porcelain tableware, preferably old or inherited, are a prerequisite that should be on every rustic table.
To ensure that all household appliances fit into the country atmosphere, consider choosing appliances styled as old. This will keep the kitchen functional, and the necessary equipment will not disturb the prevailing atmosphere. If you prefer modern appliances, built-in furniture that will cover the equipment and be deliberately aged will be ideal.
Rustic kitchens – arrangements
A rustic-style kitchen should be arranged to look as natural as possible. Wooden furniture accompanied by checkered floor tiles, hanging cabinets with decorative mugs and flowers, a large wooden table for celebrating meals, a farmhouse sink, and Mini Brick White Gloss ceramic tiles are our first proposal for a rustic interior arrangement. In such a kitchen, you will surely feel like you are on vacation in a small, idyllic village.
Another proposal is a brick floor, dark rosewood kitchen furniture diversified with black stone countertops, aged gold fittings, and above them long shelves made of thick, old boards, on which clay bowls, vases, and kitchen utensils are placed. Imagine that the wall behind the shelves is decorated with a Herringbone XL Black Matte mosaic, and next to it stands an old wooden cupboard, on the opposite wall there is a brick bench with a seat under which lies wood waiting to light the fireplace – does it sound idyllic? Feel free to invite this vision into your interior!
If you want bold solutions in your interior, don't be afraid to place colorful furniture in them. It will still be wooden and kept in the spirit of the country style, but the additional color will liven up the interior. It doesn't have to be the entire set of furniture – it is enough for the kitchen island to contrast with the classic interior. Wooden kitchen furniture in caramel colors, a sage green island, a large sink, a window above it with a view of the world, and the whole thing combined with a Herringbone White Gloss mosaic – such a combination makes a stunning impression!
Rustic style kitchen – summary
You already know how the rustic style originated and what the most important features are to achieve a country interior that has stopped in time. The idyllic atmosphere favors the use of aged or reclaimed wood, which will beautify the kitchen. Brick in a small decorative quantity will diversify the room, and unpolished stone will be the perfect companion for preparing meals.
Ceramic mosaic will work well in cases where you want to give the interior a touch of modernity, replacing traditional brick. A cupboard with glass doors, a rattan armchair, and white, floral tableware are essential accessories for a rustic interior. Get inspired and discover the remaining products of the Raw Decor brand. See how they can be used based on the most important interior design styles in our history!
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