An English style kitchen is also known as a Traditional Georgian style kitchen. English style kitchens were originally built in homes between the years of 1714 and 1830. Since they were often located in the basement away from the view of guests and used by servants, English style kitchens are known to be designed thoughtfully with a main focus on functionality. An English style kitchen is a functional kitchen that makes cooking efficient and without obstacles. Additionally, as mentioned before, since the kitchen was never in view of guests, the color scheme was usually quite plain and the design features were modest, if any. Some of the characteristics of the traditional English style kitchen that was used in the 18th and 19th centuries are still used today, however, the modern English style kitchen comes with some of its own flare that would set it apart from the kitchens of old. Here are a few of the ways to remain true to the most traditional features of an English style kitchen.
Although modern English-style kitchens may have some additional features, if you are looking to keep to tradition as much as possible, these five features are an absolute must.
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One might think that a modern kitchen design would clash with a more traditional English-style kitchen, however, there is actually a bit more overlap than you may think. Here are some of the standards of a modern kitchen where some may overlap with an English-style kitchen and some may not.
As these may be some of the most common features of a modern kitchen, you may be able to identify in some ways where the components of a modern kitchen overlap with the components of an English-style kitchen.
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As mentioned before, many of the features of an English style and modern kitchen already overlap. The use of natural-looking materials and basic color schemes that lack ornate designs and complex patterns, coupled with simple hardware, are already ways an English-style kitchen can be modern. Aside from that overlap, there can be some additional modern features that you can add to an English-style kitchen that can make a creative modern twist to a mostly English-style kitchen. For example, you can be as creative with the lighting fixtures as you would like within the framework of the English-style kitchen. Under the cabinet and/or counter accent lights and spotlighting, pendant lighting, and recessed lighting, are all just a few examples of modern style light fixtures you can add to an English style kitchen. Additionally, the cement wall and exposed ventilation modern feature could also couple nicely within an English-style kitchen.
When it comes to appliances, it may be a little more difficult to find the balance between the modern, the technologically advanced, and the English styles, however, some people have been working on some creative ways to do so. First, the extractor hood above the range and oven. Extractor hoods can add a modern look to a traditional-looking kitchen by the material, the shape, and its texture. An extractor hood can add an interruption to the flowing aesthetic of an English-style kitchen, and when done properly, is a modern feature that adds style and sleekness. Second, concealed appliances behind English-style cabinetry can prove to create an English Kitchen modern look. Last, appliances in drawers. Adding a wine cooler to a pull-out drawer in the center kitchen island is a modern twist that can mesh well with keeping the overall aesthetic of the English style.
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There are a few different approaches a homeowner can take when it comes to finishes and accents within the modern English-style kitchen framework. Just a few examples may include the modern farmhouse style, french country style, all-white kitchen finish, dark/black kitchen accent, two-tone accent with two different natural colors, or possibly including an accent wall. An accent wall made from wooden frames, or forms, then filled in with cement, is another accent that could work within the framework of a modern English-style kitchen.
Yes, English-style kitchens have already been popular among many homeowners either building new homes or renovating the kitchens of older homes. People have enjoyed the functionality, the simplicity, and the overall look of English-style kitchens for some time now. By implementing the main characteristics of the English-style kitchen and mixing in some of the more statement-making design features of the modern kitchen design, the mash-up of two will for sure be on the trend in 2022 and possibly beyond.
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