![]() || Be inspired / Our projects: Open Space living room design in Veniceįoto 13 / The Kitchen / Italian Tuscan Decor Style In a modern Tuscan house, they are either repainted or re-upholstered in modern and lighter colors or complemented with contemporary accessories (modern pillows, ornaments, vases, statues etc. Furniture and décor / Italian Tuscan Decor StyleĪntique massive dark wood pieces of furniture are also crucial: old chests, ottomans, canopy beds, cupboards despite being beautiful, sometimes they may result a bit updated. ![]() Same consideration for the color palette, which remains basically the same : earthy warm sunbaked oranges, rusty reds and terracotta, olive greens and tan keep being the main highlight all over, especially in upholstery and decorative elements traditional dark wood ceilings beams, baseboards door frames and other moldings are lightened up instead, to create an airier effect while maintaining character and the identifiable local charm. ![]() Other pillars of the Tuscan style (as well in its modern version) are terracotta – used for floors and tiles – and iron for wrought iron gates and doors on the outside as well as for beds’ frames, tables and chairs.įoto 08 / Colors / Italian Tuscan Decor Style ![]() || Be inspired: How to decorate in a modern rustic style Since original Tuscan houses and cottages were built to last for centuries, nothing changes dramatically in the set of materials used both for the outside and for the interiors natural stones such as limestone, sandstone, travertine and marble as well as local woods keep recurring all over: hand-scraped wooden ceiling beams and stones on a fireplace or to frame an arched doorway are omnipresent! All elements that contribute to add an elegant rustic chic character. In a modern Tuscan home, all of this remains central but is integrated – or elegantly substituted – with a few contemporary design amenities and modern comforts. To fully embrace the beauty of the Italian Tuscan style, try to visualize the mild, typical central Italy countryside scenario : sweet rolling hills dotted with vineyards, lavender fields, olive trees, umbrella pines and picturesque villages.Ĭentral to this dream scenario is the typical Tuscan stone wall farmhouse, a large multi-generational property with a simple yet imposing architecture, a mix of elegance, ornate details and drama, but with a comfortable, sturdy, relaxed-rustic feel inside: huge fireplaces, oversized elements, intricately detailed pieces and large open spaces outside: a sunbaked terra cotta patio or portico that invites to conviviality. Be inspired by the New Minimalist interior style.Be inspired by the New Nordic interior design.Be inspired by the African style home decor.I hope these tips were helpful and your kitchen will become your favourite place in the house. Remember gorgeous kitchen from “Julie and Julia” where Meril Streep was cooking?Įspecially typical for rustic kitchens are pans and pots made of copper:Ĥ) Rustic kitchens always look a little bit “cluttered”, so if you have chosen this style forget about perfectionism and minimalism.ĥ) Add some artisanal pieces such as wooden chopping and serving boards, spatulas and spoons:Ībove: hand carved serving board, spatula and rolling pin from L’Essenziale Boutique.Ħ) Final touch – adding some vintage pieces, which will create unique and unforgettable look: Vintage copper jug from L’Essenziale Boutique Cooking instruments are usually not hidden in the cupboards but proudly displayed either on the wall or above the island. Exposed stone walls and wooden ceiling with large beams are two elements often associated with rustic kitchens: Image sourceĢ) Another finishing which looks great in country kitchen is coloured tiles and mosaics used as a backsplash: Image sourceģ) Display utensils. Paint is aimed not to cover, but enhance the texture of natural materials. If you like this style, below are some techniques and materials which will help you to “get the look”:ġ) Use a lot of natural textures: distressed wood, stone, slate and granite. However, you can successfully incorporate some rustic elements in the modern kitchen as well which will make it look more inviting and cozy: Of course Tuscan style kitchens look great in the country style houses like we stayed in. This summer we traveled to Loire Valley in France and in our chateau was this amazing outdoor rustic kitchen, connected to the cellar, so it was possible to do the wine tasting enjoying surrounding landscape. They remind me of summer, school holidays, my grandma and the smell of fresh, warm just baked bread for breakfast. Rustic kitchens are decorated with heart, not with mind, so forget design principles and rules – you’re here to break them and design the kitchen of your dream.
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