Market Kichens

A Kitchen is a functional area of the home that is often overlooked in terms of style, colour and décor. A stylish kitchen can become the social centrepiece of your home designed for cooking, drinks preparation and entertaining as well as sitting and relaxing. The last few years have seen a rise in sleek and sophisticated modern kitchens that are glossy, colourful and glamorous however this season these styles are being replaced with more traditional and laid back MARKET KITCHENS that combine classic finishes and accessories with everyday practicality and cosiness.

Colour schemes for this style of kitchen range from natural and homely to feminine and chic. Traditional colour palettes such as beige, caramel and cream will look wonderful teamed with natural oak, walnut or mahogany units and can be paired with classic cream and terracotta tiles for a classic market style kitchen. If you wish to add a hint of colour to your market kitchen then why not select some soft vintage hues such as duck egg blue, burnt orange, mint or lemon that will look wonderful with natural beech, white or cream panted units and natural wood work tops for a market cottage inspired design. You can even include some floral patterned wall and floor tiles for a hint of shabby chic femininity.

Market style kitchens should be packed to the rafters with utensils and appliances that are functional and visually attractive and can be displayed in full view on your worktops and shelving. This look is about getting the balance right between your kitchen looking homely and lived in and completely over cluttered. Opt for vintage or traditional cream, brass or copper kettles, toasters, coffee machines and microwaves and team with traditional aga style ovens. Scatter some classic accessories around your kitchen such as wooden spice racks, mason storage jars, open front shelving and woven fruit baskets for a traditional farmer’s market inspired design.

As well as your fitted units and worktops you could also add statement furniture items to your market kitchen area for added style and detail. A large and chunky dining table will create a welcoming ambiance in a market kitchen interior and is perfect for large families or those who love to entertain. Alternatively why not add a free standing kitchen island or buffet and wine rack sideboard to your room that will provide additional storage space as well as a more compact area to sit and eat. Add some classic wooden cross back stools with cream or chocolate faux leather upholstery for a versatile and classic finish. No market style kitchen would be complete without a stylish and traditional dresser in natural wood or cream, white or grey finishes that can be filled with a variety of cups, crockery, mugs and nik naks in neutral or pastel colour schemes to create a focal point within the room.

For more ideas and inspiration on creating a Market style kitchen in your home interior, take a look at this week’s latest Pinterest board - Pinterest - Market Kitchens.