How to Add Floral Pattern to Your Kitchen: Easy Ways to Enliven the Space

A kitchen is different for different people. Some want one that offer just the bare minimum and allows you to prepare a basic meal when you need one. Others want a space that is far more demanding and can serve a family of 4 or 5 with ease. Then there is the modern trend of social kitchens that bring the entire family together and ensure that even those cooking can constantly interact with other members of the family. No matter what your functional requirements of the kitchen are, a new season or a new year brings with it an opportunity to change it from a stylistic and aesthetic viewpoint. Today, we delve into the world of kitchens with floral pattern and how they add that something different to the open plan setting.

Wallpaper in blue with flowery pattern feels natural in this eclectic kitchen with smart green island [From: Andrea Schumacher Interiors]

Adding floral pattern to the kitchen is not all that common and ye it is a look that works with a variety of styles. Some styles obviously are much more naturally inclined to the kitchen with floral pattern than others like shabby chic, eclectic and tropical. Yet, when used in a restrained fashion, this is a look that feels organic in the modern kitchen as well. From wallpaper and window coverings to décor and more, this is a look at different fun ways in which one can bring flower-filled beauty to the kitchen –

Wallpaper Keeps Things Simple

Wallpaper is arguably the easiest and most effective way of adding floral pattern to the modern kitchen while keeping everything else unaltered. You can start off small with the wallpaper and use it for just a little section or as part of the accent wall. If you love the look, then there is always an option of bringing more floral charm to kitchen by replicating the idea. Do make sure though that rest of the kitchen remains as neutral as possible and the colors elsewhere are not too bright. This makes sure that the overall visual is uncluttered, elegant and keeps the focus on the wallpapered section.

Floral brilliance sweeps you off your feet in this smart, modern kitchen [From: Chronicle Books / Charlotte Hedeman]

Flower-filled kitchen is not a look for everyone! [From: IBB Design Fine Furnishings]

Flowery wallpaper covers an entire wall in this narrow kitchen and gives it a dashing, unique aesthetic [From: Venegas and Company]

Classic wallpaper is an easy and elegant way to bring pattern and color to the luxurious kitchen

Window Coverings and Drapes

Window coverings and drapes are not features that you come across in every both because some believe they might be a hazard and others feel aesthetics does not allow them to use such additions. Yet for a kitchen with multiple windows, drapes or other window coverings are a must and this gives you an opportunity to add a bit of floral panache to the setting. Blinds and shades with flowers or tropical theme can bring simple pops of color to a neutral kitchen.

Window blinds and shutters bring pattern filled with flowers to this lovely kitchen [From: Hamilburg Interiors]

Window covering are an easy way to bring flowery beauty to this white and gray eat-in kitchen [From: R Titus Designs]

Beautiful floral pattern easily integrates with the shabby chic charm of this bespoke kitchen [From: Bill Mathews Photographer]

Small Infusion of Floral Beauty

If you are not someone who wants to use wallpaper or even drapes to usher in floral pattern, then another simple option is wall art. Large wall art pieces with floral prints are perfect for the sleek, modern kitchen. Those looking for a bolder option can try out custom kitchen backsplashes with floral beauty that feel unlike anything else. Chairs with printed covers that are a part of the dining area in the eat-in kitchen, rugs with floral prints and other small accents; there are plenty of ways to usher in freshness without breaking theme.

Wallpaper with flower pattern brings color and contrast to the kitchen in white [From: Studios Interiors]

Gorgeous shabby chic kitchen where artwork brings flowery charm to the setting [From: En Vie Interiors by Melanie Bowe]

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How to Add Floral Pattern to Your Kitchen: Easy Ways to Enliven the Space

A kitchen is different for different people. Some want one that offer just the bare minimum and allows you to prepare a basic meal when you need one. Others want a space that is far more demanding and can serve a family of 4 or 5 with ease. Then there is the modern trend of social kitchens that bring the entire family together and ensure that even those cooking can constantly interact with other members of the family. No matter what your functional requirements of the kitchen are, a new season or a new year brings with it an opportunity to change it from a stylistic and aesthetic viewpoint. Today, we delve into the world of kitchens with floral pattern and how they add that something different to the open plan setting.

Wallpaper in blue with flowery pattern feels natural in this eclectic kitchen with smart green island [From: Andrea Schumacher Interiors]

Adding floral pattern to the kitchen is not all that common and ye it is a look that works with a variety of styles. Some styles obviously are much more naturally inclined to the kitchen with floral pattern than others like shabby chic, eclectic and tropical. Yet, when used in a restrained fashion, this is a look that feels organic in the modern kitchen as well. From wallpaper and window coverings to décor and more, this is a look at different fun ways in which one can bring flower-filled beauty to the kitchen –

Wallpaper Keeps Things Simple

Wallpaper is arguably the easiest and most effective way of adding floral pattern to the modern kitchen while keeping everything else unaltered. You can start off small with the wallpaper and use it for just a little section or as part of the accent wall. If you love the look, then there is always an option of bringing more floral charm to kitchen by replicating the idea. Do make sure though that rest of the kitchen remains as neutral as possible and the colors elsewhere are not too bright. This makes sure that the overall visual is uncluttered, elegant and keeps the focus on the wallpapered section.

Floral brilliance sweeps you off your feet in this smart, modern kitchen [From: Chronicle Books / Charlotte Hedeman]

Flower-filled kitchen is not a look for everyone! [From: IBB Design Fine Furnishings]

Flowery wallpaper covers an entire wall in this narrow kitchen and gives it a dashing, unique aesthetic [From: Venegas and Company]

Classic wallpaper is an easy and elegant way to bring pattern and color to the luxurious kitchen

Window Coverings and Drapes

Window coverings and drapes are not features that you come across in every both because some believe they might be a hazard and others feel aesthetics does not allow them to use such additions. Yet for a kitchen with multiple windows, drapes or other window coverings are a must and this gives you an opportunity to add a bit of floral panache to the setting. Blinds and shades with flowers or tropical theme can bring simple pops of color to a neutral kitchen.

Window blinds and shutters bring pattern filled with flowers to this lovely kitchen [From: Hamilburg Interiors]

Window covering are an easy way to bring flowery beauty to this white and gray eat-in kitchen [From: R Titus Designs]

Beautiful floral pattern easily integrates with the shabby chic charm of this bespoke kitchen [From: Bill Mathews Photographer]

Small Infusion of Floral Beauty

If you are not someone who wants to use wallpaper or even drapes to usher in floral pattern, then another simple option is wall art. Large wall art pieces with floral prints are perfect for the sleek, modern kitchen. Those looking for a bolder option can try out custom kitchen backsplashes with floral beauty that feel unlike anything else. Chairs with printed covers that are a part of the dining area in the eat-in kitchen, rugs with floral prints and other small accents; there are plenty of ways to usher in freshness without breaking theme.

Wallpaper with flower pattern brings color and contrast to the kitchen in white [From: Studios Interiors]

Gorgeous shabby chic kitchen where artwork brings flowery charm to the setting [From: En Vie Interiors by Melanie Bowe]

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Exploring CJH Studio’s Inspired Kitchen Style

We’re uncovering fundamental design details in the kitchen from inside our issue #35 cover star penthouse project, with CJH Studio director Cassie-James Herrick.

Director of CJH Studio Cassie James-Herrick has made waves with her effortless style, creating personalised interiors that are warm, minimal and timeless. Most recently, Cassie and her team’s penchant for natural materials and soft forms led them to a beachside penthouse on Queensland’s Gold Coast, built in the 1980s. Remaining largely untouched until it was purchased by the owners in 2018, they asked CJH Studio to create a complete juxtaposition to the typical Queensland aesthetic. 

Gracing the cover of est magazine issue #35, we’re taking a deep dive into how this penthouse’s hub came to be. Cassie takes us through the key design considerations involved in creating this standout kitchen space, from project requirements, bespoke materials and finishes to the inclusion of top-tier appliances; all attune to the owner’s desire for a calming beachfront home. 

Produced in partnership with Bosch

The Bosch Series 8 Stainless Steel Oven

Cassie and the CJH Studio team began the project with a number of challenges in the kitchen. “Being an apartment, we were restricted with a large structural column; the plumbing locations including overhead sprinkler systems, so firstly the design had to encompass these and the original plumbing locations,” Cassie says. The team embraced the large structural column in the middle of the kitchen, rounding off the front edge and cladding it with splashback tiles to create a sculptural feature in the kitchen. 

The owner made their expectations in the kitchen clear; to optimise the waterfront views with lots of bench space, storage, quality appliances and ease of maintenance. “The old kitchen space was sectioned off and quite small, so we removed the enclosing wall and opened it up to the living space, letting us increase the bench size,” Cassie says. “We added the new breakfast bar where you can sit and enjoy your morning coffee overlooking the water.”

“Although we can all have varying aesthetic interior design tastes, we all agree that premium appliances provide functionality, reliability, convenience and can elevate a simple dish with ease.”

 

– CJH Studio director Cassie James-Herrick

Prioritising design every step of the way, the Bosch Series 8 Cooking Collection is consistent in panel height and display design across the entire range. This ensures all Bosch Series 8 appliances can be easily matched in the kitchen – from the oven, microwave to the steamers.

The CJH team selected materials consistently throughout the home, for their practical, tonal and seamless qualities. “We were lucky to become custodians of an existing travertine tiled floor,” Cassie says. “So rather than replace it, we restored it and selected our other finishes around it.” Being a beachside location, hard-wearing finishes were chosen to withstand the natural environment.

An integral part of ensuring Cassie’s refined yet contemporary aesthetic was selecting superior appliances. It was an easy decision, as the client had previously owned Bosch appliances and were adamant they make their way into their new home. “The client had always found their Bosch appliances well-performing and reliable,” Cassie says. The kitchen features a Bosch Series 8 Stainless Steel Oven, alongside a Bosch Series 6 Rangehood and Bosch Series 8 Diswasher, while the Bosch Series 8 Washing Machine was chosen for the European laundry. 

The Bosch Series 8 Stainless Steel Oven soon became a central focal point in the kitchen. “The oven was compact, aesthetically streamlined and minimal, pyrolytic and happily within budget,” Cassie says. The oven even reflected the circular, curved motives throughout the home. “The central circular dial was also a simple touch but tied in with the curves in our design elsewhere really well,” she says. 

Rest-assured the Bosch Series 8 Oven is not only an aesthetic feat, but offers opportunity for first-class cooking and entertaining. The Black Series 8 Oven is a chic counterpart to the stainless steel model, featuring Bosch advanced technology; TFT touchscreen control, Bosch Assist, sensory technology of PerfectRoast and PerfectBake and added steam. Even heat distribution and automatic programs guarantee that any culinary delight will be catered for in an extensive menu of food categories. Cleaning is also a breeze with pyrolytic self-cleaning. 

Cassie maintains that like every project, the kitchen is the heart of this penthouse home. “It is where the homeowners can lovingly create meals for themselves, their family and friends,” Cassie says. “Although we can all have varying aesthetic interior design tastes, we all agree that premium appliances provide functionality, reliability, convenience and can elevate a simple dish with ease.”

Explore superior oven technology in the est product library with the Bosch Series 8 range here.

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Hottest Trending Kitchen Floor for 2020: Wood Floors Take Over Kitchens Everywhere!

There is little doubt that it is the kitchen that garners most of our attention when it comes to new home decorating and design ideas. The logic behind this skewed attention is perfectly sane and stems from the fact that the kitchen is the heart and soul that drives every home. In fact, in modern houses with an open plan living, the kitchen plays an important role in bringing everyone together and creating a wonderful social setting. Of course, this also means the kitchen needs to be a lot sturdier and its floor good enough to take all the traffic. Yet, surprisingly enough, wood is the most popular choice when it comes to kitchen floors in the year gone by. That is set to continue in the year ahead as well!

Classic hardwood floors for the modern rustic kitchen in white make an impact [From: A & E Flooring]

Hardwood floors with the right treatment can definitely last a generation. In fact, many homeowners living in classic residences built before the 60’s are uncovering wooden pre-floors and giving them a whole new lease of life to create a refreshing modern kitchen. Charming, timeless and adaptable, the wooden kitchen floor is set to win more people across the globe in the next 12 months. So why not join in on the fun?

Picking the Right Wood Floor

There are plenty of options out there for those looking to turn to a wood floor in the kitchen. Hardwood floors in Brazilian walnut and hickory will last much longer then their softer counterparts and you will also do well to keep spills away from this floor. The right installation is the key here and with a protective layer on top, you can get away with plenty of wear and tear over the years. But water still does not leave a good impression on wood and if you ever see liquid spilt in this kitchen, cleaning it up as quickly as possible is a smart choice.

Natural wood floors in the kitchen can last a while with the right treatment [From: Peter McDonald Architect]

Transitional style kitchen with gorgeous wooden floor, ample natural lighting and dining space [From: CATO creative]

Wooden floor in lighter tone gives the modern kitchen a much brighter, light-filled visual appeal [From: Benchmark Hardwood Flooring]

Finding space for wood beyond just the kitchen floor to give the rustic kitchen a comfy vibe [From: Mohawk Flooring]

Finding the right stain of wood for your kitchen wooden floor [From: 3 Lights Design]

Not Just Texture, But Also Pattern!

There are plenty of reasons why wood has become so very popular in kitchens in recent times and many of them are based on the fact that it ushers in some much needed textural contrast. In a world where man-made finishes and polished surfaces are taking precedence, a bit of wood in the kitchen adds immensely to its aesthetic value. But that is not the only perk you get. Wooden floors allow you to create a more coherent open plan living where each space feels like an extension of the one next to it. Beyond just textural charisma, wooden planks in chevron and herringbone pattern add geometric style to the kitchen while you can also adapt other, lesser-tried patterns in here.

Dark hardwood floor in chevron pattern for contemporary kitchen with smart design

Lovely wood floor adds textural charm and pattern to the kitchen with blue cabinets

Modern classic kitchen of London home with cozy wooden floor and white walls and cabinets [From: Kitchen Architecture]

Pre finished dark hardwood floor for the contemporary kitchen with gorgeous lighting and black cabinets [From: Bisek Interiors]

Beautiful wooden floor also brings with it chevron pattern [From: Higham Furniture]

Moving Past Style Constraints

Just like any other feature in wood that you might want to add to your home, kitchen floor in wood does very little to disturb the color scheme of the space or even its overall style. Yes, the tone of the wood you use and its finish can accentuate a particular style at times. But largely speaking, wooden floors are neutral in nature and tend to easily adapt to a wide range of decorating styles. Whether you want to transition from a modern kitchen to beach style or move from more rustic touches to farmhouse theme in the kitchen; wooden floors are right there playing their part in making that switch a whole lot easier!

Eye-catching reclaimed wood floors for the kitchen can offer a practical and cost-effective solution [From: Soda Pop Design Inc]

Farmhouse style eat-in kitchen with low ceiling and gorgeous lighting [From: Skolnick Architecture & Design Partnership]

Beautiful white and wood kitchen with countertops that add to the overall color palette [From: Bellweather Design-Build]

Dark pendants add contrast to the kitchen while the wooden floors provide visual warmth [From: Woodstock Furniture]

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