Kitchen in the English style (36 photos)

In the design of any room, the English style is an eternal classic that will never be left without admirers and is always in trend. Admirers of this style, as a rule, are somewhat conservative people, but with impeccable taste.

Example setting

Living room-kitchen in English style will be a true decoration of every home. How to choose materials for decoration, kitchen furniture, create a unique decor - instructions on how to create a kitchen design in the spirit of England await you in this article.

Style features

The English style in the interior of the kitchen has many facets; it personifies not only British traditions, but also the cultural colonial heritage.

But at the same time, the style has the following features:

• Symmetry, classical harmony, clarity of lines and shapes, moderation. Lack of catchy, shocking details;
• An abundance of wooden elements. Kitchen furniture, parquet, doors, panels - all items must be made only of high quality natural wood;
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• High quality natural materials such as stone, wood, metal are held in high esteem. The English style, mainly in the kitchen, does not accept cheap substitutes;
• A variety of soft, calm colors, no excessive brightness and contrasts.
• The main colors are floral, check, stripe, vegetable and heraldry;
• Luxurious textile decoration (see. article How to choose curtains for the kitchen in accordance with the style of the interior)

Interior design

As a rule, the English interior is divided into two options - country and classic. The classics are characterized by severity, brevity, sophistication. Country style kitchen- cosiness, home, less orderly, but in any case solid and respectable.

Photo of the classic version

How to plan

The main idea of ​​space planning is the principle of symmetry and functional zoning. Usually in the center of the room there is a large oval or round table, which can also be used for cooking (in this case, there should be a hanging shelf above it). A large stove with many burners and several ovens and the rest of the furniture are lined up along the walls.

It goes without saying that all this requires space. It is unlikely that it will be possible to create a true kitchen with a typical England style in a small room.

An option for solving the problem of a small room can be a kitchen-living room in the English style, but conservative British people rarely do this because do not recognize free layouts.

Kitchen-living room

Kitchen furniture

When creating a kitchen design in the English style, a very important point is the selection of furniture.

Therefore, the dining group and kitchen set must meet the requirements of this style:

• look reliable, respectable and soundly;
• consist of natural wood (oak, pine, walnut, yew), natural or artificial stone is used for countertops (read more Artificial stone countertops for the kitchen: first acquaintance);
• characteristic decor and accessories: intricate carving, antiquity effect, cast metal handles, carved window cornices;
• calm and soft colors, natural shades are preferred when staining;
• when making furniture, they preserve the natural texture of wood;

Note! Kitchen sinks made of steel or stainless steel are inappropriate for this interior. Instead of them, massive sinks made of ceramics or artificial stone are installed.

The price of furniture in the English style is traditionally very high, because all materials used are premium. Although, if you wish, you can purchase a more budgetary version of the headset, with MDF facades finished with natural wood veneer.

The video at the end of the article will tell you how to create an interior from start to finish.

Appliances

Household appliances, like everything modern, must be carefully disguised.

A refrigerator, an oven and other large appliances are hidden behind wooden facades, small electrical appliances are removed into drawers and cupboards. The only exceptions are exclusive appliances made in vintage style and reminiscent of the old era.

The traditional small stove is replaced by an extremely bulky analogue or a special oven, which can serve not only for cooking, but also as heating the room.

The hood also needs to be reliably masked, although sometimes in tandem with the stove, you can symbolically design it as a home.

Lack of technology in sight

Finishing options

Wall decoration in this interior is more similar to the decoration of the living room. Ceramic tiles for the kitchen in the English style, often equipped with a pattern, are laid only at the sink and slabs, while the rest of the wall surfaces are pasted over with wallpaper imitating fabric or sheathed with wooden panels.

As a floor, you can use wood and products from it, as well as tiles, the main thing is that in one and in the other case the floor should be lined with a geometric pattern. For example, the style is exemplified by a black and white checkerboard tile floor. It is also considered normal to carpet the floor in the kitchen.

The ceilings in the kitchen will ideally be plastered and covered with light paint. You can also use decorative wooden beams for decoration.

Classic finish

Important little things

The cuisine will not be truly English, if you do not take into account a few nuances.

• Curtains for the kitchen in the English style are decorated with lambrequins and tassels. Most often they consist of two layers: the upper one is made of transparent light fabric and the lower one is made of heavy quality textile.
• Lighting is provided by traditional. A classic crystal chandelier, a floor lamp, several sconces located in separate zones will provide a soft light.
• In the design of the kitchen, the style of England is emphasized by such thoughtful details as brass utensils, porcelain, ceramic dishes or copper, indoor flowers, wicker baskets, bouquets in clay pots and other design things that you can make your own hands.

Of course, creating such a kitchen is not a cheap pleasure, but the result is worth it!