Creating A Homey Kitchen

Many people would like their kitchens to have a homey

, comfortable feeling. They like the idea of a kitchen that feels welcoming and comfortable at the end of a long day. However, exactly what constitutes homey design is subject to individual interpretation. Below are some kitchen design ideas to consider if you would like to create a homey kitchen.

Style: If you want your kitchen to feel homey, you definitely do not want to go with a sleek, contemporary look. The word "homey" evokes feelings of informality, comfort, and warmth. Although there isn't one style labeled "homey," many people consider country or farmhouse-style kitchen design ideas to have a homey feeling. Tuscan, Southwestern, or country French styles could also be tweaked to create a comfortable, homey ambiance. Even a 50s style can feel homey if done the right way.

Cabinets: When seeking a "homey" ambiance, most homeowners select wooden cabinets. Wood has an inherent glow and warmth that is hard to duplicate with other materials. Unpainted wood also makes a kitchen feel more natural and less industrial or manufactured. However, painted wood can be homey as well. Off-white cabinets are common in country kitchens, and some homeowners also like to stencil designs on the cabinet doors. Cabinets with visible feet look more like pieces of furniture and contribute to a homey atmosphere.

Design: A homey kitchen is one that encourages people to gather together, hang out, and converse -- whether they are members of the family or guests. So your kitchen design ideas should include spaces where people can hang out. You might create a comfortable breakfast nook - maybe with an upholstered banquette. Your kitchen might have a counter area with stools that encourage people to visit with the cook, or it could be open to an informal family room that allows everyone to share television, food preparation, and homework. Remember that comfortable is also an important component of homey style. Wooden chairs and stools should have cushions and lighting should be warm and diffuse to create a sense of comfort.

Decor: In addition to homey kitchen design ideas, there are plenty of homey decorating touches you can add. Frilly or lacey curtains, flowered wallpaper, and dried flowers on the windowsill create a pretty and informal ambiance. If you are seeking a more country aesthetic, vintage, old-world style knick-knacks are essential. Think about crocks, animal figurines, and antique milk bottles, anything that contributes to an old-fashioned, down-home ambiance. Food is another decorating element that makes a room feel homey. Think about decorating with bowls of fruit, baskets full of apples, or jars of preserved peaches.

What homey touches have you added to your kitchen?

by: Joaquin Erazo, Jr.

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