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Today, country style kitchen design is becoming increasingly popular. Its main features are simplicity and smoothness of features, a certain reference to antiquity. To decorate such an interior, exclusively natural materials are used.
When decorating a kitchen in a rustic style, remember that any culture has certain stylistic characteristics and features that must be taken into account when creating the interior: American ranches, French Provence or Swiss chalets.
Let's take a closer look at a few photos of a rustic kitchen and outline the basic rules for its design.
In the Russian version, the country kitchen is primarily a Russian stove, a bleached ceiling, chintz curtains and roughly finished benches and floors.
Modern appliances will not fit into such an interior, so you should choose only the most necessary ones, abandoning the huge number of them in the kitchen.
Do shape and size matter?
The rustic style itself does not impose restrictions related to the size or shape of the room. However, there are some design nuances that should be taken into account in this context.
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Small kitchenette: what to do
A miniature kitchenette can be not only stylish and cozy, but also comfortable. What can you do when decorating the interior design of a small, compact kitchen in a country design style (as in the photo below):
- Choose compact solutions.
- Use techniques to expand space (light shades, glossy surfaces, mirrors, lots of light).
- Turn to transformable furniture.
- Choose “multi-tasking” solutions (kitchen island, countertop-window sill).
- Don’t try to embrace the immensity: if there is no room for a dining area in the country kitchen, move it to the living room.
- Consider expanding (for example, through a balcony or hallway).
- Avoid unnecessary things.
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Medium size room
A medium-sized kitchen, provided in most modern standard apartments, allows you not only to organize a comfortable cooking area, but also to add several additional functions to the room, for example:
- organize a dining room in the kitchen in a country style;
- provide adequate storage;
- arrange a mini recreation area (or even a full-fledged living room);
- it is possible to place a mini-office;
- or a corner for a pet.
Spacious room: what's the catch?
Oddly enough, from the point of view of ergonomics and design, decorating the interior design of a large kitchen in a country style (as in the photo below) is no easier than a miniature kitchenette. What is important to consider in this matter:
- Decide on the functional content (how many zones there will be in the room, what functions it should perform).
- Make sure that the zones are located logically (the dining room next to the suite in a country-style kitchen interior is convenient, but setting the table while walking through the living area is not so much).
- Decide on zoning techniques (they can be physical and visual).
- It is important that movement between zones is free enough (that is, that you do not trip over anything when crossing the kitchen, for example, on the way to the balcony door).
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Which headset configuration is better?
What is the best way to position the set: linearly, at an angle, in the letter P? The decision depends on the characteristics of the room, as well as personal preferences.
Linear arrangement
Bonus - compactness. And also the opportunity to place the kitchen area as organically as possible (relevant for the interior design of kitchen-living rooms, kitchen-bedrooms in country style - see photo). The downside is the lack of a “working triangle”, which results in reduced ergonomics of the cooking area.
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Corner set
Perhaps in some modern styles the angular arrangement of the work surface will not be very appropriate, but country style certainly has nothing against it. Pros - compactness, ergonomics, the ability to comfortably place the set even in a room that is not the most successful configuration (for example, with load-bearing projections from the walls or an inconveniently located doorway).
ADVICE. A corner country kitchen can be in a rustic design style (pay attention to the photo) or in a neutral style.
U-shaped kitchen area
Helps out when you need a spacious work surface and ample storage. Another bonus: it can easily be complemented with a bar counter.
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Set with island
An ideal option for larger rooms: it provides additional storage and a work surface, and also helps with zoning. Bonus: can replace a kitchen table and/or bar counter.
Non-standard configurations
If you have a room with an “uncomfortable” shape - say, with a bay window or oblique angles - non-standard headset configurations will help out. Plus: you can make good use of every centimeter of space. Disadvantage: making high-quality kitchen furniture to order is not the most budget-friendly pleasure.
Style characteristics
The key feature of a kitchen interior with a native Russian design is its colorfulness; this design is difficult to confuse with any other.
In Slavic culture at all times, a lot of attention was paid to drawings and symbols. With the help of symbolism, they appeased the spirits that lived in the house and scared away evil spirits.
Drawing is the main distinguishing feature of Russian interiors. In such rooms it is everywhere: on textile elements (embroidery), furniture (intricate carved patterns), surfaces.
Drawing also found its niche in later times, closer to modern times; the ornament was transformed into national painting. We are talking about Khokhloma, haze and Gzhel.
Each of these areas has an individual color scheme and execution technique, which allows you to create a thematic design taking into account shade preferences.
This detail can also be attributed to the peculiarities of Russian design: not all styles are characterized by such diversity.
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Varieties of country style
When decorating the interior of a country-style kitchen area in a city apartment, in a private country house or in a country house, you probably looked at photos, pictures, and design projects. And we noticed that the design of some spaces in a rustic style is seriously different from others. The reason is in different country directions. Which are the most popular?
Country-rustic
Style in its pure form has a right to life - and today it is very popular.
Country Provence
The French countryside style is loved by many for its elegance, femininity, airy palette and cozy textiles.
ADVICE. In addition to Provence (pictured below), a splash of shabby chic motifs will give the same design effect to the interior of a country-style kitchen.
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Country loft
Fashionable industrial notes have found their way into the rustic style. Brick, metal, recycled furniture - all this appealed to the rustic trend, giving popularity to kitchens in the country-loft design style.
Scandinavian country
The Scandinavian design style has made great friends with country cuisine, giving it light and “air” in the setting, as well as practicality and transformable solutions.
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Modern country
A modern interpretation of country style in the kitchen can include notes of contemporary, neoclassical, Mediterranean, and even boho or eclectic.
Russian village style
The style of the Russian village is a country style that has been captivating foreign designers for several seasons now. Expressiveness, brightness, texture are its main characteristics.
Country + classic
Oddly enough, classical motifs look extremely organic in a rustic interior, despite the fact that historically the styles can even be called antagonists. Freedom-loving and eclectic American classics fit especially organically into country cuisine. But other classical sub-directions can also contribute to a country room.
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Wall decoration
The design of a rustic kitchen is sometimes characterized by a certain roughness and carelessness of finishing work, which is why you can design it yourself.
Wall decor should be done exclusively with natural materials.
You can use tiles to create an apron or area near the washbasin, the print of which should be stone or wood imitation.
Wallpaper is an equally popular finishing method. An indispensable condition is a drawing with a rustic character, depicting scenes of rural life or natural landscapes.
What color to decorate a country space?
Country style gives preference to a natural palette and proven combinations. Unnatural, acidic colors and experimental palettes are not for country kitchens.
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White country kitchen
Snow white is not the most typical choice for a rustic kitchen area. But the choice of white (as in the photo below) can be successful in a country-Scandinavian style, as well as in the union of a rustic trend with neoclassicism or minimalism.
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Black color
Black country kitchen is a rather rare choice for a rustic trend. But taking into account the general trend for dark sets, perhaps such a move would be appropriate in modern country, in a kitchen in a loft-country style or in eclecticism with elements of a rustic style.
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Green shades
Green color is an organic choice for country style. Such a kitchen will have a summer mood, look direct and fresh.
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Blue tones
Another good choice is blue tones for a country-style kitchen area. These shades also belong to the natural palette, and the cold undertone of a blue country kitchen contrasts effectively with warm wood and cozy textiles.
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Blue palette
For the same reasons, introducing blue tones into the interior of a country kitchen would be a good solution.
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Bright interior
Neutral light shades could not be more appropriate in country kitchens. In rustic interiors, light tones look harmonious and unobtrusive.
ADVICE. The light style of the range for country kitchens will be especially useful in wooden houses, as well as in spaces with insufficient natural light.
Gray halftones
Pure gray country kitchens are not that common. To decorate a gray kitchen area in a country style, more complex shades are mainly used: gray-blue, gray-beige.
Beige color
Complex beige undertones (from linen to rich caramel) are on trend and are a comprehensive trend in themselves. And in country kitchens, beige shades are especially appropriate.
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Color spectrum
The palette of colors for a kitchen with Russian folk design is selected based on the chosen direction. Let's consider each of the possible options in more detail.
Interesting moment! The most popular color in Russian design is red. Since ancient times, Russians believed that red symbolized beauty and wealth, so its use was necessary.
The first option for decorating a kitchen in the Russian style is Khokhloma. Its peculiarity lies in the use of contrasting solutions. The black color abruptly turns into yellow and scarlet. Intricate floral patterns give the kitchen space a cozy and warm look. Many are afraid of this design, believing that there is too much black in it, but such decor does not look depressing: it only mutes the catchy variegation of the yellow-red color scheme.
In the Gzhel direction, designs in blue tones are used. This kind of decor is close to Russian people, and complex patterns evoke positive emotions. Blue goes harmoniously with snow-white, so this palette is perfect for the kitchen area. The room will always have a warm and cozy atmosphere.
Dymkovo decor is the richest in shades. Almost the entire range of warm tones with small blue splashes is used here. A kitchen decorated with Dymkovo patterns cannot be confused with other design options: it reflects authentic Russian decor.
One of the most popular ways to recreate the Russian style involves using real wood.
It is not necessary to cover surfaces and furniture with patterns and designs: they can only be used as accents on kitchen utensils or decorative elements.
All decoration can be done in natural shades characteristic of real wood.
We advise you to choose light varieties, for example, beech or ash. Maple products are also suitable for such a kitchen. Light surfaces and furniture will make the room visually more spacious.
When creating a color palette, follow these rules:
- In the design of a small room, light and neutral shades should prevail. Variegated tones are used exclusively as accents;
- If the room has poor lighting, finish the surfaces in warm, light colors. If the windows face south, you can use a cool palette, for example, a combination of blue and white.
Features of different country cuisines
Depending on where exactly the kitchen area is located, you should pay attention to different design solutions.
In Khrushchev
A country-style Khrushchev-era kitchen rarely boasts an impressive area. Therefore, techniques for increasing space are most often used in design.
ADVICE . And a small kitchen area in a country design style in a small apartment in Khrushchev often undergoes redevelopment: this helps to get more usable space.
In a wooden house
For a wooden house, rustic style is an extremely good choice. Wooden walls fit perfectly into this direction and set the right tone for it.
At the dacha, in a country house
Country buildings and country houses will also suit the country style: the style is quite unobtrusive, and pictures of the surrounding nature will successfully complement it.
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Additional zones
The village direction welcomes the combination of several functional areas in one room.
Kitchen-dining room
For small and medium-sized kitchens, a common option is to organize a kitchen-dining room.
Kitchen-living room
In larger spaces, kitchens-living rooms-dining rooms, or even kitchens-living rooms-bedrooms are organized. Sometimes a home mini-office, a play corner for a baby or a pet corner is placed in the same room.
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Decoration Materials
In each of the village areas, regardless of ethnicity, only natural materials are used.
Since ancient times, it has been the case that Russian lands were rich in forests, so wood became the main construction and finishing material for furnishing a private home. Wood is still actively used today for finishing modern interiors.
In addition to wood, textiles predominate in the design of Russian cuisine.
The table must be covered with a tablecloth, window openings are decorated with curtains, and rugs are laid on the floor. Furniture is selected with fabric upholstery.
All textile products are certainly decorated with lace and embroidery.
Advice. In a kitchen interior decorated in Russian style, it is recommended to use hand-made embroidery. The same rule applies to lace. Handmade work is easy to distinguish from factory products; Due to this, the atmosphere acquires a unique flavor.
Decoration and furniture: what to consider
If the previous points gave you the erroneous impression that the rustic style is very democratic, it’s time to say goodbye to this illusion. Furniture and decoration of a country kitchen are points in which this design style is extremely demanding.
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Wall decoration
The trend does not accept overtly artificial materials and gravitates towards the simplest, classic solutions (this applies not only to furniture, but also to the decoration of a country kitchen).
| Style compatibility | Materials |
| Perfect fit | Paint, textured plaster, wood panels, paper wallpaper, stone, glass (for example, for an apron) |
| Won't fit | Frankly unnatural 3D panels, vinyl wallpaper with relief, low-quality imitations of wood and stone |
Floor
Similar requirements apply to floor finishing. Simplicity, naturalness, wear resistance are the main requirements of country style.
ADVICE. Porcelain tiles, stone, ceramic tiles, wood and cork flooring are suitable.
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Ceiling
The principle of simplicity applies here too: it’s not for nothing that the style is called rustic. However, there is some scope for design solutions: a flat or deliberately uneven white ceiling, wooden beams on the ceiling, a sloping ceiling or a domed surface.
Dining area: not just tables and chairs
In addition to the classic dining set (tables and chairs), there are other options for a country kitchen:
- benches instead of chairs;
- stools;
- kitchen island instead of a table;
- bar counter;
- window sill-tabletop;
- folding tables;
- folding and stackable solutions.
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Curtains and drapes
Country kitchen decor usually involves curtains for the kitchen. Moreover, both country-style curtains and more modern options are suitable - in contemporary, neoclassical or Scandinavian style.
ADVICE. You can buy short curtains for a country-style kitchen - judging by the designers’ photos, they are very relevant. You can also turn to general trends: use curtains without tulle, tulle without curtains, or even completely abandon draperies on the windows.
Rustic style generally loves textiles. In design they often use:
- rugs and paths;
- tablecloths;
- towels;
- aprons;
- textile napkins
Wallpaper
Above we mentioned wallpaper in the context of wall decoration, but it’s worth talking about this material as a decorative one:
- in a country kitchen, wallpaper can also serve as an accent surface;
- They are used to cover the inside walls of cabinets and cupboards;
- they are used instead of posters and paintings;
- decorate niches with them;
- used as a table runner;
- They decorate lampshades, storage containers and other accessories.
Wall decor
The style is characterized by more or less traditional wall decor: paintings, stylized posters, wall decorative plates.
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Appliances and kitchen utensils
An important point in the design of a country kitchen is the careful selection of appliances, kitchen utensils and accessories. It is best to give preference to stylized models or the most laconic, neutral options.
ADVICE. No less carefully should you choose seemingly inconspicuous little things - fittings, sockets, switches. If selected incorrectly, they can seriously damage the interior.
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Other decor
Country style welcomes indoor plants, all kinds of functional accessories, stylish boxes and storage baskets.
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Lighting
Historically, country style does not have clear lighting requirements. But modern trends, of course, have introduced their own rules. The main recommendation is sufficient diverse light.
Chandeliers
A lonely chandelier in the center of the ceiling in the kitchen is nonsense even for a country style. However, it will perfectly complement the dining group or help organize general lighting.
ADVICE. A chandelier for a country kitchen does not have to be in a rustic style: modern, laconic models, classic versions, and Scandi chandeliers can also be suitable.
Work light
Kitchen design without high-quality work surface lighting is a thing of the past. This point is important to take into account in a country interior.
