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100 Best Kitchen Design Ideas
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It's the heart of the home for a reason.
By Amy Mitchell
Haris Kenjar
Updating your kitchen can be as simple as a refresh (think: a quick one-day project like swapping out lighting or cabinet hardware) or as complicated as a full remodel (think: you’re calling the contractor, and the next thing you know it’s demo day). But there are plenty of projects in between that will make your kitchen feel more fun, more functional, and in many cases, brand new. Just imagine what giving your cabinets a fresh coat of paint would do for your space. (If that’s sounding like a good idea, check out our guide on how to paint kitchen cabinets.)
If you know the heart of your home needs an update, this comprehensive photo gallery of 100 kitchen ideas is sure to stir up some ideas. Need additional seating and more prep space? We have tons of kitchen island ideas to check both boxes. Not sure where to start? Browse pretty all-white kitchens, farmhouse decor ideas, and kitchen trends for 2021 to cook up gorgeous design looks to suit your space and taste.
No matter if you’re penny-pinching or splurging on a full renovation, there are kitchen design ideas here for any and every budget. Even if you’re just curious for some creative tips, check out this list of the best kitchen decor ideas for some instant inspiration.
DAVID A. LAND
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Work Table Island
An old printing-press work table is now a one-of-a-kind kitchen island. Shallow drawers that once held type pages now house cooking utensils.
SHOP BREAD BOARDS
ANNIE SCHLECHTER
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Creative Wall Storage
A peg board (painted a sunny yellow) keeps tools at the ready and creates smart storage. Butcher block countertops from Ikea warm up the otherwise white kitchen.
SHOP PEGBOARD PANELS
DUSTIN HALLECK
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Create a Bar Area
A pass-through bar connects the kitchen to the game room, allowing for easy entertaining. It makes a great casual spot to grab breakfast too!
SHOP WHITE METAL BARSTOOLS
DAVID TSAY
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Classic Country Color Combo
Blue and yellow make for a classic country color combination, as seen here with happy canary yellow cabinets and a quilt-like cement tile backsplash.
SHOP WHITE TEA KETTLES
DAVID TSAY
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Carve Out a Breakfast Nook
Turn an under-utilized corner into a useful breakfast nook with a tiny round table and pair of wooden chairs.
SHOP GLASS CANISTERS
David Hillegas
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Tiny Blue Kitchen
To give air to this itty-bitty kitchen, the designer painted the lower cabinets a happy blue hue but matched the upper cabinets to the light wall color.
SHOP BLUE AND WHITE PLATES
CHRISTOPHER DIBBLE
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Unconventional Cabinetry
Lacquered plywood is an unusual material for kitchen cabinets. Normally matte, the lacquer finish gives a great shine and makes them wipeable. Brass hardware, modern lighting, marble countertops, and a creative backsplash complete the unique design.
SHOP JUICERS
Diana Paulson
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Eye-Catching Backsplash
Encaustic tile really pops in this kitchen along with a cool blue island topped with easy-to-clean quartz countertops. Tractor-seat barstools, wood cabinets, and a wood ceiling add warmth to the open layout.
SHOP FIESTA MIXING BOWLS
Eric Piasecki
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Super Sized
Instead of a standard cabinetry island, a built-in marble-top table anchors this kitchen. A pair of bold-colored oversize pendants hang overhead.
SHOP COPPER COOKWARE
Annie Schlechter
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Fun and Function
This kitchen is equal parts fun and function, thanks to a massive 5-by-10-foot island made from an old trophy case, commercial-grade appliances, and super-durable concrete countertops mixed with fun vintage collections, like plaid patterned coolers and colorful dart boards.
SHOP PENDLETON BLANKETS
Thomas J. Story
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Checkerboard Floors
This total kitchen renovation captures this home's old spirit, thanks to crisp board-and-batten walls, open shelving, a retro refrigerator, and classic black-and-white checkerboard floors.
SHOP BATTER BOWLS
LAUREY W. GLENN
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Sink Skirt
Achieve ultimate farmhouse-chic status with patterned fabric to make a sink skirt that looks vintage and sweet.
SHOP TIER CURTAINS
KIM CORNELISON
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Salvaged Wood Peninsula
The trendy-looking peninsula in this kitchen is actually made out of salvaged wood that's been wrapped around the existing piece.
SHOP WOODEN BARSTOOLS
DUSTIN HALLECK
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Upcycled Bar
Store all your mixology items and more in a cute upcycled freestanding cabinet like this one, with whimsical wallpaper inside for an eye-catching effect.
SHOP BASKET STORAGE
DAVID A. LAND
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Tone-On-Tone Color Scheme
This kitchen establishes its cozy feel by using a similar blue tone on the floors and cabinets to beautifully complement all the dark wood.
SHOP WOODEN BARSTOOLS
DUSTIN HALLECK
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Displayed Pots
A long brass pot rack displays these vintage copper pots and pans, turning kitchen tools into stunning kitchen décor.
SHOP POT RACKS
LINCOLN BARBOUR
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Reclaimed Wood Shelves
Butcher block countertops look lovely alongside reclaimed wood shelves. Produce baskets are a great way to keep your kitchen feeling open and organized.
SHOP APOTHECARY JARS
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BRIAN WOODCOCK
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Basket Lights
These rustic, yet chic, oversize basket lights pair nicely with the soft hues in this charming kitchen.
SHOP BASKET LIGHTS
VICTORIA PEARSON
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Open Shelving
Nothing says "country kitchen" like open shelving for a casual, yet intentional, look. The baskets under the counter add even more of an organized feel.
SHOP BASKET STORAGE
HARIS KENJAR
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Terra-Cotta Tiles
These terra-cotta floor tiles bring an earthy tone without overpowering the room. Brass hardware and colored cabinets add an even cozier feel.
SHOP BRASS HARDWARE
DAVID TSAY
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White on White
Don't be afraid to go for an all-white vibe in your kitchen! Accents like brass pendant lighting, iron hardware, and a dazzling pine island will stand out against the clean backdrop.
SHOP PENDANT LIGHTS
Brian Woodcock
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Stainless Steel
Pairing stainless steel appliances with a rustic wooden table and chair set keeps this Tennessee kitchen from looking overly industrial.
SHOP ROUND AREA RUGS
Brian Woodcock
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Reclaimed Island
Seth and Chad Gilbert used chippy blue wainscoting they salvaged from their front porch for the island in their Tennessee home.
SHOP DOUGH BOWLS
David Tsay
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Bright and White
Designer Caitlin Wilson incorporated a beautiful blue rug in her kitchen to add a pop of color.
SHOP RUGS
ANNIE SCHLECHTER
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Rolling Island
Take a tip from the queen of the kitchen, Martha Stewart: "I like using restaurant rolling carts topped with marble. I have three, and they're useful for moving around heavy equipment," she says.
SHOP CLOCKS
LISA ROMEREIN/ RIZZOLI
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Wooden Beams
Beautiful beams, holding large galvanized lights, force the eye to look up, down, and all around Diane Keaton's kitchen.
SHOP KITCHEN STORAGE
Ryann Ford
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Vintage Signs
Amy and Brian Kleinwachter, the owners of Old World Antieks, added some character to their kitchen with antique signage.
SHOP ANTIQUE SIGNS
ERIC PIASECKI
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Wood High and Low
David A. Land
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Amy Mitchell Amy Mitchell is the managing editor at Country Living Magazine.
34 Farmhouse Style Kitchens - Rustic Decor Ideas for Kitchens
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From reclaimed wood to timeless antiques, there are countless ways to amp up your kitchen's country style.
By Jenae Sitzes
Duanne Simon
Thanks in very large part to farmhouse style whisperer Joanna Gaines, the Fixer Upper aesthetic is no mere fad. In fact, "farmhouse style" has become synonymous with "classic." Rustic touches like well-worn antiques, reclaimed and repurposed treasures, and crisp white shiplap walls are showing up in homes all over the United States—including those that are nowhere near the country range. And while you can easily pull off farmhouse style in any room of the house, farmhouse kitchens—with their ruff-hewn open concept shelving, vibrant painted cabinetry, apron or skirt-fronted sinks, and collections galore—are by far the most coveted type of this interior style. So how do you get one of your own? Do you have to move to a wide-open space and make a farm-sized investment to pull off that charming kitchen of your own? Absolutely not. The beauty of the farmhouse aesthetic is that it's simple—you can start small with a few gallons of eye-catching paint and a well-loved vintage table and eventually work your way up to shiplapped backsplashes and exposed wood beams. Even better: It works well whether you live in a big-city condo, suburban track home, or small-town cabin—maybe too well. Explore our list of 34 farmhouse kitchen ideas to create the perfect kitchen that's filled with flair, function, and rustic vibes. Good luck getting party guests to hang out anywhere else after pulling together such a warm and welcoming space!
Ashley Harrison
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Library Ladder
The owners of this farmhouse kitchen added a library ladder, which makes the upper cabinets much more useful.
Lucy Rose Conklin
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Matte Black
Who says matte black is only for modern kitchens? This kitchen with exposed ceiling beams, open shelving, and bright white subway tiles proves otherwise.
Brian Woodcock
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Blue Range
Homeowner Kerri Hoyt-Pack combined industrial carts with sweet floral wallpaper. The result is so charming.
GRIDLEY + GRAVES PHOTOGRAPHY
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Second Life
This Indiana kitchen is filled with repurposing ideas. They found the sign in the back of their 1900's barn and built an island around it. The light fixtures are made out of farming funnels.
DUANNE SIMON
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Pottery and Crocks
No farmhouse kitchen is complete without a crock collection on display. This homeowner had her open shelving custom made to accommodate the size of the pottery.
MARTA XOCHILT PEREZ
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Woven Baskets
Something woven, something blue, something old...or however the saying goes! This kitchen has it all.
TREVOR SMITH
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Cabin Meets Farm
The shiplap walls and open shelving make this a wonderful example of a farmhouse kitchen.
DAVID TSAY
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Bright and White
JEAN ALLSOPP
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Rescued
This kitchen is filled with rescued elements. The old metal awning is the perfect alternative to a stove hood.
ALEC HEMER
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Blue and White
The only thing we love more than a collection of blue and white pottery is a freshly baked pie!
Rikki Snyder
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Farmhouse Kitchen Stove in a Bold Color
The beautiful Aga stove in British Racing Green is the star of Jeannette Fristoe's charming kitchen. But her antique stoneware crocks, wooden rolling pins, and silverware drawer certainly give it a run for its money.
Rikki Snyder
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Black and White Farmhouse Kitchen
There's not a more classic color combo than black and white, and it works especially well for a farmhouse kitchen when you add tecture through woven baskets and greenery as well as patina via a silver collection.
Michael Paul/Living Inside
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Farmhouse Kitchen Repurposed Island
An antique apothecary cabinet gets a new life as a huge island that offers plenty of seating, workspace, and storage in this kitchen designed by designer Joris Van Apers.
Aaron Colussi
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Farmhouse Kitchen Marbled Island
Margaret Shutze's impressive 10-foot island is the heart of her kitchen. The marble countertops, white subway tiles, and cast-brass bin pulls all contribute to her "farm-chic" aesthetic.
BRIAN WOODCOCK
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Make Old New Again
Tennessee natives Seth and Chad Gilbert definitely know how to decorate without spending a fortune. They used reclaimed wood from their front porch to make the island, found the cabinets from a discarded display kitchen at a local shop, and bought the fridge for just $200 on eBay!
RYANN FORD
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Fabulous Fixtures
Amy and Brian Kleinwachter's entire Texas abode is almost exclusively made from reclaimed items. Although you might not be able to find an exact replica of their lights, you can draw inspiration by hanging up your own statement piece.
Max Kim-Bee
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Farmhouse Kitchen Barn Wood-Covered Hood
Nothing says "farmhouse" like reclaimed barnwood, and what better way to use it than for a fancy range hood?
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Country Details
From the oversized farmhouse sink and dusty blue cabinets to the exposed ceiling beams and animal wall art, this kitchen's rustic vibe is complemented by an earthy palette of reds and browns.
Jean Allsopp
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Salvaged Materials
This Georgia cabin makes wide use of salvaged materials, and it brings an acquired-over-time feel to this kitchen's features. With a black soapstone apron-front sink, teak countertops, and heart pine floors salvaged from 300-year-old beams in a South Carolina mill, this charming farmhouse kitchen has age and character.
Laura Moss
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Antique Signs
One of the easiest ways to incorporate farmhouse style into your kitchen and throughout your home is to hang vintage signs that say things like "Grocery" or "Meat Market." You can find them on Etsy or at your local antique store.
Max Kim-Bee
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Reclaimed Wood
The wood column and range hood made from salvaged pine balance out the exquisite white features of this Georgia kitchen, which adds extra country charm with antique porch posts supporting the island, a chalkboard, and farm-fresh flowers in a pitcher.
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Repurposed Items
The owners of this Tennessee cabin used reclaimed materials for their kitchen's eclectic but cozy feel. Their stools are covered with repurposed old shirts from Goodwill, while their salvaged sink is revamped with a pleated skirt and decorative legs made from old balusters. The sconces come from Habitat for Humanity ReStore, with piping added to mimic the shelving below.
Lincoln Barbour
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White Shiplap
The all-white kitchen in this rustic Tennessee home stays cozy with shiplap paneling that "keeps things from feeling sterile," the owner says. Honey-hued wooden accents like the barstools and cutting boards add some warmth to the space.
John Gruen
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Decorative Rug
A gorgeous 19th-century Turkish runner adds a burst of color to this white galley kitchen inside a rustic Connecticut cottage. Exposed shelving adds to the kitchen's country style, and the owner painted the cabinetry slightly darker than the walls for extra dimension.
Jean Allsopp
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Pecky Cypress
Fans of reclaimed wood, here's a new kitchen trend you'll want to keep your eyes on: pecky cypress, seen here on the island and hood. This grainy type of wood is known for its long pocketing and striations. Orb lights also help soften a kitchen with lots of straight lines and sharp edges.
Björn Wallander
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Exposed Shelving
Rustic wood looks even more lovely against crisp white walls and dishes. The owner of this northern California home used Douglas fir for the shelving and redwood for the farm table. Exposed shelving and hanging pots are classic features of a country kitchen.
David A. Land
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Vintage Sink
This couple embraced the history of their 18th-century farmhouse by filling it with antiques, and in the kitchen, that translates to a vintage porcelain double farm sink and a display of gorgeous antique dishes. Other small touches, like the faded checkered rug and storage baskets under the sink, add to the rustic style.
Victoria Pearson
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Old Country Charm
A much-needed renovation replaced wallpaper and dark cabinets with an open, welcoming space that utilizes a mix of materials, from aged zinc on the countertops and hood to reclaimed wood on the island and walls. The owner of this 100-year-old Texas farmhouse has modern appliances hidden away inside the island, and the antique filing cabinet by the stove adds even more country charm.
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Bold Tile
Use eye-catching patterned tiles for contrast in a small, monochromatic kitchen for added character, a perfect project if you're considering a summer renovation.
Dominique Verrillon
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Retro Appliances
Inside a California farmhouse, this vintage-inspired stove in the shade "Lemonade" pairs perfectly with the classic, mossy-green tile and brightens up this sun-drenched space even more.
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Jenae Sitzes Editorial Assistant Jenae is the editorial assistant for Prevention.com, where she regularly covers nutrition, beauty, celebrity workouts, and health trends.
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75 original country house interior ideas
Almost everyone will like a rustic house. Even from the combination of words it draws warmth, comfort and crackling firewood in a Russian stove, next to which it is pleasant to spend an evening in peace and quiet. It will not be difficult for owners of suburban real estate to create the interior decoration of a rustic-style house. Such decoration is akin to a return to the roots, to the origins of folk culture. Maybe that's why rural interiors give such a sense of peace, which happens only in childhood. For the same reason, they are so popular among residents of city apartments.
It will be a pleasure to cook in such a kitchen
The interior of the house is made in Provence style
A wooden house will look beautiful both outside and inside
Contents
- 1 Advantages of wooden buildings
- 2 What determines the choice of interior?
- 3 Main directions in design
- 4 Design features in country style
- 5 Interior decoration of a country estate in Provence style
- 6 Russian country style
- 7 Rustic style kitchen interior
- 8 Rustic style living room
- 9 Bedroom decoration
- 10 50 photos of country house interior ideas:
- 10. 1 See also
Benefits of wooden buildings
Modern architects and designers use various materials for construction and decoration. The benefits of wood are:
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special aesthetics and practicality;
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excellent sound insulation that allows you to listen to music or watch TV loudly, gather noisy companies without disturbing your neighbors;
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excellent thermal insulation. The tree retains heat for a long time, such walls and a roof will maintain a comfortable indoor temperature in a cold winter;
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maintaining the same level of humidity.
Wood is the basis of rustic style
The fireplace in the living room will keep you warm on the coldest days
See alsoDoor color in the interior: match the floor or walls?
What determines the choice of interior?
The interior of a village house has a certain specificity that distinguishes it from the design of city apartments.
Rural interior features
Furniture | Antique or imitation antique (large chest or chest of drawers), the simplest. |
Finish | No frills, simplicity, coarseness |
Materials | Preferred natural: stone or wood |
Details, decorative elements | An abundance of different things made by the owners or craftsmen with their own hands |
Textile | Embroidered tablecloths, napkins, potholders with ethnic ornaments, curtains made of natural fabrics: linen or cotton |
When decorating a house in a rustic style, wicker furniture and art forging elements are often used.
A bright living room will be a great place to relax
In the kitchen, you can make a wood-burning stove
Wood goes well with the interior
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The design of a country house inside should meet the main goal - to create an atmosphere of peace and genuine comfort, so you should not decorate your dacha, for example, in the style of minimalism. Usually the design of a house in a village is made on the basis of the cultural characteristics of a particular people. At the same time, you can choose any ethnic direction: a Provence-style wooden house on the banks of the Volga will look just as appropriate as in the French province.
So, the most popular directions in decorating a country estate:
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country;
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provence;
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English village;
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Russian village.
The blue sofa will stand out in the interior
Rustic style is perfect for giving
See alsoEthnic style in the interior of a modern apartment
Design features in country style
Country creates a warm, relaxed atmosphere of a country house. Use pastel colors: olive, lavender, sand and others, avoid sharp contrasts. Since textiles are an indispensable attribute of decoration, decorate your living space with napkins, large-sized curtains, and lay a tablecloth with hand embroidery. Choose fabrics not synthetic, but cotton, linen or chintz.
Natural and decorative stone or bricks are perfect for wall decoration, you can paint them in a single color. Furniture, dishes, decorative items should be made of natural materials: glass, wood, stone or paper. Upholstery with small flowers is acceptable for sofas and armchairs.
The interior of the house is made in a rustic style
This living room will become your favorite place to relax
Large modular wall complements the interior of the living room perfectly
See also Grunge style in interior design
Provence-style country estate interior
Another name for the style is “French country”, such interiors are great for people who are tired of the bustle of the city and dream of immersing themselves in the atmosphere of a leisurely rural life. The walls, most often, are whitewashed or painted with white paint, decorated with paintings and natural or artificial flowers. All textile accessories should be made of bright fabrics with floral patterns. Exquisite, thin forged elements are actively used. The floor should be made plank and painted in a light color or decorated with stone tiles.
A distinctive feature is large windows, which are not typical for other similar styles due to the peculiarities of climatic conditions. For the same reason, in most of Russia, such a solution is not recommended, since the building will cool too much in winter.
Home decor can be decorated with beautiful curtains
A wooden house will last a very long time
See also Pink color combination with other colors
Russian rustic style
Historically developed characteristic feature of the direction is the active use of wooden materials. The walls, ceiling and floor are sheathed with boards, the furniture is made of the same material. Chests with traditional ornaments are often used. In the modern version of the style, rafters and beam ceilings are required.
An indispensable element is a Russian stove or a stylization of it, tiled stoves are often made, which in the past were characteristic of the design of palaces and castles, but harmoniously fit into a village house. To decorate the room, you can use towels, knitted toys, rag dolls, potholders (preferably handmade).
A fireplace in the house would be a great idea
The wooden house looks very practical
A small house can be made into a living room
See also Rustic interior design
Rustic kitchen interior
When it comes to finishing and decorating work, it must be taken into account that in the past the kitchen was the central place in which most family events took place. The rest of the rooms were for sleeping. Therefore, when designing, close attention should be paid to the space of the kitchen.
If the size of the room allows, place a wooden nook and a dining table made of the same material.
The kitchen needs to be made light: the ceiling should be whitewashed with lime or water-based paint, the walls should be pasted over with plain light wallpaper (a floral ornament is possible), it is recommended to lay rugs on the floor. To decorate the room, use herbariums or straw figurines; napkins, curtains and potholders made of natural fabrics, hand embroidery will be a wonderful touch.
The bedroom should be bright
In the house you can make a fireplace and warm yourself while sitting in the living room
See alsoPsychology of color in the interior
Country style living room
The design of the living room, in general, is close to the interior of the kitchen: whitewashed ceiling, light wallpaper. Vases or large pots of flowers are often placed on the windows, so the curtains should be up to the middle of the window. An interesting solution would be windows with internal shutters. An important element of the interior decoration of the living room is a fireplace.
Since the key condition of the interior is natural materials, upholstered furniture should be covered with woven cloth. Knitted napkins can be laid on bedside tables and tables, a carpet or carpet can be laid on the floor.
A wooden house will be very durable
The combination of wood and tiles in the house
The interior of a house in a village usually looks like this
See alsoCombining blue with other colors correctly
Bedroom decoration
The central design element around which the composition of the room gathers is a large wooden or wrought-iron bed with a natural mattress (ideally a feather bed) and a large number of pillows of different sizes. For textiles, linen or coarse calico in pastel shades with or without a medium-sized pattern should be preferred. Small rugs or rag rugs are placed on the floor.
It is better to choose bedside tables, cabinets, chairs, a massive chest of drawers or a chest of impressive size, decorated with carvings.