Trendy Farmhouse Kitchen Design for a Rustic Cottage Feel

If you are looking to add a touch of rustic charm to your kitchen, whether you live in a countryside cottage or a modern apartment, there are a few farmhouse elements that will go a long way in creating a cosy, homely vibe.

One key aspect of cottage-style design is choosing the right colour palette. There are a couple of ways you can go with this. Firstly, you could go down the avenue of pretty and pastel, evoking a vintage or dainty feel. Choosing light pastel shades can create a homely atmosphere and works well with traditional wood or light coloured cabinetry. Think fresh cut flowers, pretty tea towels and rustic pottery. The other avenue is that of using neutral or earthy tones and neutral materials like wood and stone. This can create a cosy and more calming vibe, and allows the use of colour elsewhere, should you wish to add décor items that can be easily changed through the seasons. Think off-white, olive green, natural wood and linen fabric.

Rustic features can be added, such as a reclaimed wood dining table, natural wooden shelving, even adding wooden beams to your ceiling, can add a touch of authenticity, even in the most modern of buildings.

You can add splashes of colour with soft furnishings such as patterned rugs or colourful curtains. Mixing in specially curated pieces can swing the style in different directions too; try add vintage dishes or ceramics for a more retro feel, or ironwork shelving and hardware to add an industrial edge.

To add to that cosy, homely cottage atmosphere, don't forget the little touches like fresh flowers, photos framed on the wall, a beautifully 'scaped' table using table runners, place mats, candles and vases to compliment your choice of décor.

The rustic cottage kitchen is one filled with warmth and character, and so these concepts must remain in mind when choosing the right additions to the space. Embracing farmhouse kitchen décor creates an inviting atmosphere in any home, and remains trendy and timeless. So why not give your kitchen a farmhouse makeover and enjoy the warmth and charm it brings to your everyday life?