At a time when kitchens have become increasingly modern and high-tech, it can be refreshing to see one that remembers its past. Vintage design evokes nostalgia by recalling past decades or decades - it often features playful details which makes this style great fun to decorate with!
Be it full vintage or just adding antique accents, there are numerous ways to achieve the desired look in your kitchen. To start off, choose an appropriate color palette; vintage hues usually favor warm hues that emphasize natural materials such as wood cabinets. Choose a creamy or beige paint shade as the background hue and pair it with wooden cabinetry for the ideal vintage kitchen ambience. Blue wall tiles can also help achieve this classic kitchen atmosphere.
Next, incorporate antique-looking hardware, such as brushed nickel knobs or a brass faucet. Vintage pendant lights create a warm and welcoming environment which can make any mealtime experience more pleasurable. Finally, adding a chalkboard to keep track of daily tasks and ingredients is always a welcome classic touch, while adding homegrown flowers or herbs in windowsill displays is always a nice finishing touch.
Vintage kitchens should never be completely perfect; some wear and tear is expected and should be actively encouraged. Don't be shy to distress newly purchased units or purchase pieces with character, such as farmhouse tables with mismatched chairs. Displaying retro posters or grayscale photography prints is another effective way of creating that vintage aesthetic.
