Today’s coastal-inspired kitchens have a fresh new take on a minimalist palette and a comfortable, serene style. Bye-bye to the cheesy nautical items and garish decor.
The new coastal-style kitchen is a haven for everyone. This soothing genre works well on all waterfronts, from a lake house to the edge of a sea stream. Even those who live on the inland may want to consider a coast-inspired getaway that is suitable for the vacation-inspired design.
First and foremost, homeowners must select a soothing waterfront colour scheme. Coastal colour palettes range from peaceful neutrals inspired by sand, sea, and sky to vibrant California hues paired with sandy whites. Maximize natural light and preserve an open floor layout for a truly lovely seaside kitchen. Having access to the great outdoors is a plus when it comes to incorporating nature.
Cabinetry, furnishings, and decorations made of natural materials, such as wood or distressed driftwood, are excellent. Meanwhile, some modern designs incorporate hints of dramatic contrasts in hardware, such as black or even dazzling metallic that gleams like the sun.
The New Nautical Fashion
From a classic Nantucket blue kitchen to innovative interpretations on maritime motifs, the new coastal kitchen is open, light, and sophisticated. Consider an early morning walk on a deserted beach for an example of how a simple palette works best for a maritime endeavour. A classic New England-style kitchen will benefit from the depth and simplicity of creamy white quartz or Cambria countertops.
A patterned or wave-inspired backsplash, anchored in with hints of natural components such as driftwood, adds movement reminiscent of the water for a really timeless look.
Coastal Rustic
Consider having your own private lighthouse or a charming beach home on Cape Cod. Rustic kitchens use textures like sand, wood, and the soft greys of driftwood, whether they’re traditional, modern, simple, or macho. Driftwood, whether gathered from the sea, a riverbed, or a lakeside, adds a warm, rustic character to the home. The mystery of its journey before it landed ashore adds to the allure of sustainable driftwood.
Consider driftwood-inspired kitchen cabinetry, which can be custom-crafted or refaced with exquisite wood veneers in colours like driftwood on cherry, maple, or oak. Driftwood can be designed to complement a kitchen island or create a one-of-a-kind distinguishing element. Distressed wood can be subtle or dramatic in appearance.
Coastal Contemporary
Chic contemporary seaside kitchens elevate simple design in a variety of ways, from breezy and effortless to sleek and stunning. Do you prefer a simple beach pad for a writer’s hideaway near Maine’s rocky coast or a flamboyant, glitzy contemporary style (think Jersey Shore to Miami)? Consider bold quartz and metallic for a stunning look. The opulence of a five-star beach hotel is evoked by a dazzling quartz island or inexpensive laminate look-alikes.
This contemporary seaside vibe favours white or cream for the walls and aged grey wood floors for the artisan refuge for the minimalist. Glass back splashes can be used against natural elements like distressed wood to create a dramatic impact similar to tumbled beach glass found on the beaches in either style.
A Kitchen Magic design expert will guide you through every step of the process, no matter which coastal style is in your future kitchen renovation plans.
