Reminisce about your favorite beachfront destination and your mind’s eye evokes a serene, comfortable cottage with windows thrown open to catch the air and the sounds of waves nearby. In the shade of the porch, a hammock sways invitingly in the breeze.
The color palette is simple and clean - with hues of white, like sunlight reflecting off sand, and blue-grays, the color of sky and water. Wood surfaces have soft painted finishes or a scrubbed-clean, natural wood look. “Cottage” styling is carefree living, where every element conspires to create a casual environment for comfort and relaxation.
“Cottage” kitchens often feature painted cabinetry in soft hues of white, gray or blue. Cabinet door styles should be clean and simple, and usually feature a flat panel. Consider a beaded panel door throughout the kitchen or as an accent on an island or the cooking center.
Shown in Paintable, Linen White
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Shown in Paintable, Cashmere
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hinge and non-beaded frame)
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Shown in Paintable, Moonstone
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Shown in Paintable, Classic White
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Shown in Maple,
Antique White/Espresso Glaze
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Shown in Paintable, White Paint
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Shown in Maple, Custom Paint
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Shown in Paintable, White
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Shown in Maple, Personal Paint Match (SW 6219 Rain)
(with decorative inset hinge and non-beaded frame)
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Shown in Paintable, Pearl Paint
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Shown in Maple, Personal Paint Match (SW 9170 Acier)
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Shown in Paintable, Cashmere Paint
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Shown in Paintable, Zinc Paint
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Shown in Paintable, Antique White Paint
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Available wood species are listed below each cabinet door style with the following key: A = Knotty Alder, C = Cherry, H = Hickory, M = Maple, O = Red Oak, Q = Quarter Sawn Red Oak. Please note that all door styles can be selected with a slab (solid) drawer front option.
A Cottage kitchen sometimes displays plateware and crockery through glass doors, which can be a simple clear glass or a hand-blown glass with “seeds” and bubbles. Mullions or leaded glass add charming detail.
Shown in Maple, Antique White Paint
Shown in Maple, Antique White Paint
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Shown in Maple, Antique White Paint
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For any cottage-styled kitchen, there are specific design elements that are key to creating a signature look. Basic building blocks include bead-board, delicate turned posts, a subway tile backsplash, an apron sink, and bin pulls on drawers. Consider adding a few charmingly cottage details like apothecary drawers or an open plate rack.
