Let's have a little convo about my favorite room in the house today, eh? The kitchen. I love kitchens, most specifically kitchen design. When I was in the Arts Academy I determined I wanted to focus on Kitchen and Bath design and that interest has never faded.
Last summer I was introduced to the concept of "the cobbled together" kitchen by one of my favorite bloggers, Camille of The Vintique Object. I was immediately intrigued by the idea of "handcrafting" a functional kitchen from things found and brought it. It sort of reminds me of pioneer days. Of a time back when things were really simple and function was key. When tables functioned as countertops, and hutches, freestanding chests, and shelves provided storage.
I think there's a way to marry modern convenience (can we say Blue Star range, anyone) with primitive concepts that results in beautifully curated kitchens.
This is a look I could definitely get on board with. If you're not into the rustic look, I think it may be cool to have the freestanding base "cabinets" all painted out the same color. It could bring in a more cohesive look.
What do think? Are you diggin it? Until next time....
Xo-Shavonda
Ah! I just pinned something similar and I had never heard that term but I was enjoying the pieced together look. Glad to know it has a name ;)
ReplyDeleteSo much eye candy!! There is something really special about kitchens put together that way.
ReplyDeleteLove this look too! Makes everything feel so much more custom and cozy.
ReplyDeleteDigging that last one! <3
ReplyDeleteTotally diggin it.
ReplyDeletewe have a bit of that going on i our kitchen, and one of these days i will do an actual kitchen reveal. :) i am a huge fan of the look and love blending modern and rustic.
ReplyDeleteOoh I've got kitchens on the brain, too since we're trying to plot our kitchen reno! What I love about your inspiration pics, you pretty much summed up. Modern conveniences in a kitchen that looks like it's been around forever--in a timeless, classic sort of way--are right up my alley!
ReplyDeletePS. Loved your comment on my recent post, as always. #soulsisters
I love the kitchen with the red chair - minus the red chair lol... I love that picture leaning against the brick. The shelving unit is awesome!!
ReplyDeleteYes! Love it! By the way, I'm sitting at the dentist today waiting for my kids and boom, there you are!! Congrats on the BHG feature! How exciting!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful. Love that a kitchen like this would be truly totally unique.
ReplyDeleteI have never heard of the term, but I could totally dig it. My kitchen needs a divine intervention of epic proportions.
ReplyDeleteI love this look! It is unique, stylish and pleasing to the eye.
ReplyDeleteThat's totally more inline with my aesthetic as well. I especially like that top-most picture. The only problem I could see would be ensuring that all your found surfaces can be prepped properly & sealed so its a good work surface in the kitchen. But after that, I'm totally in love with this.
ReplyDeleteI might have pinned all those photos too. Love!
ReplyDeleteHey there, fellow Sacramentan! I just found you via your spot in BHG. Congrats on that! I'm lovin' this cobbled together look and wish my kitchen was large enough for such aesthetic playfulness.
ReplyDeleteHi Shavonda, I found an article about you on Better Homes and Gardens. Congrats to you. I love how you did your kitchen in the article. I also love all the kitchens in this post, too. I think my two favorites are the first and third pictures.
ReplyDeleteI really like this look. It really adds texture and drama to a kitchen!
ReplyDeleteI love the rustic look that is really popular these days. I like that it's more about "using what you have" rather than buying new. Saves money, forces you to be creative. It's great.
ReplyDeleteLove these spaces, and I especially love adding wood tones to a white kitchen.
ReplyDeleteHi Lady! How nice to discover that you've mentioned my blog. Thank you. I've been bad about keeping up with blogging and blog reading. Still trying to get myself together after the big move to the small house. Sorry for the delay! Still as in love as ever with these unfitted kitchens.
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