French Country kitchen design is elegance meets rustic.
Old-world charm offers a graceful and inviting interior. Focus is on the perfect balance of beauty and comfort. European country embraces the warmth and grace of the Provence region of France for example; warm distressed woods, antiques, ornate furnishings, and provincial patterns are all found in these rooms.
Glazed or decorative faux finishes and woodworking details throughout cabinetry
Hardware with carved details and a worn finish; oil-rubbed bronze, pewter, brushed metals or any hardware with a patina.
Architectural details are key; incorporate stone or rough tiles, hand-scraped wood beams, curved archways, intricate moldings and faux wall finishes including plaster or patterned wallpaper
Fabric choices tend to be richer and more formal using beautiful provincial patterns, like classic toile, with decorative trims, fringes or lacy accents.
Antiques are an important component to creating a French country space—use an antique armoire as your pantry in your kitchen or use it as a linen closet in the bathroom.
Integrate a vintage hutch or plate rack into your new cabinetry design for antique dishes or pottery
Install salvaged architectural ornamentation such as corbels, brackets, and other moldings