How to design a stylish Devon inspired kitchen
As one of the most beautiful and charming counties in the UK, what could be better than taking inspiration from your stunning surroundings to create a breath-taking kitchen interior? With delightful rolling hills, dramatic rocky tors, sweeping heathland, lush wooded valleys and of course charming coastal landscapes, there’s plenty on offer to excite your imagination. We’ve got some fantastic tips to help you create a gorgeously stylish kitchen that perfectly captures the essence of your wonderful Devonshire home.
Choose a Modern or Traditional Style
Whether you live in a bustling town or a rural retreat, don’t be afraid to choose the kitchen style you love. Sleek modern designs can bring a showstopping statement to a country cottage and likewise, a modern townhouse can exude classic luxury with the addition of an elegant traditional interior. Infusing your space with a taste of the Devonshire countryside certainly doesn’t mean just creating a conventional country kitchen. The most cutting-edge contemporary designs can complement a variety of features just as well and will create a seriously stylish and subtle effect. To create your perfect Devon inspired kitchen, choose a design that captures your individual personality.
Create the Perfect Colour Scheme
Choosing the right colour for your kitchen is absolutely key to setting the right tone for your space and will have a big impact on the look and feel of your design. To reflect the essence of the Devon landscape consider opting for on-trend dusky nature inspired shades such as sage or forest green or elegant and warm stone grey. Alternatively, capture a coastal vibe with stormy blue hues. A dark navy will make a gorgeously dramatic statement while a softer tone will give a more breezy and fresh feel. If you’re concerned a bold colour choice might overwhelm your space, opt for a two-tone scheme with the darker shade applied below the eye line or to individual design features.
Storage That’s Practical & Stylish
When creating an outstanding kitchen design, it’s undeniably essential to achieve just the right balance between looks and functionality. Having plenty of storage is crucial to the practical success of your interior but will also have a significant effect on the atmosphere of your kitchen. Having too much overhead cabinetry can make a space feel claustrophobic, and that’s the last thing you want when you’re trying to complement the expansive heathland and sky filled Devonshire coastline. Offset your overhead cupboards with open or integrated display shelving. Not only will this make your space feel more open, but it also provides a wonderful opportunity for you to showcase some of your favourite ornaments, a vase of local flora or a beachcomber’s find would be just the ticket.
Charming Wood Accents
Bring a touch of the Devon landscape into your interior with soft wood accents and capture the beautiful natural charm of your surroundings. The warmth and exquisite grain of a natural wood finish will add a gorgeous depth and character to your design. In a traditional style kitchen, consider choosing timber worksurfaces or alternatively, showcase this texture with a chunky butcher’s block chopping board or rustic furniture. A beautiful way to introduce wooden accents to a modern design is with an exceptional wood effect cabinet finish, use this feature sparingly to create a stunning design detail.
Add Vintage & Metallic Details
As well as ancient woodlands and prehistoric landscapes, Devon also features some of the most picturesque traditional villages. Capture the county’s age-old charm by including vintage accessories and rustic detailing in your design. Brass and copper fittings are ideal for bringing a touch of classic country chic, their warm tone complements darker blue and green shades of cabinetry beautifully. Lighting is also a wonderful yet often overlooked opportunity for introducing quirky accents, opt for stylish vintage pendant lights to add bucolic allure. Antique chairs, dressers, textiles and artwork also offer excellent potential for incorporating a time-honoured feel to your design.
Tie Your Design Together with Beautiful Flooring
Your kitchen flooring is what connects each aspect of your design, balancing the atmosphere of the space and tying the look together. To complete your stunning Devon inspired kitchen, consider either furthering the natural qualities of your design with a spectacular wood surface or enhance the rural edge with flagstone flooring or cottage style terracotta tiles. Flooring is a crucial part of your kitchen design so be sure to give it careful thought when planning your interior and allocating your budget.
Creating a gorgeous Devon kitchen inspired by your surroundings isn’t just a novelty and is a far cry from painting a seaside blue colour scheme and adding some decorative seashells. For a luxurious and timelessly stylish interior, your kitchen design should incorporate all the subtlety and complexity of the landscape itself. This is something that we focus on at PB Home Solutions and hopefully, our tips have given you the inspiration you need to get started planning your own beautiful Devon kitchen
