Elements of Traditional Kitchen Design

Traditional kitchens incorporate special touches that lend a graceful air without interrupting a kitchen’s function. Learn about the elements of traditional design in this video by Better Homes and Gardens:

Traditional kitchens are sophisticated and classy. Saturated colors such as royal blue add even more richness. Neutral palettes are soothing, and off-white cabinets and tones of tan create a sophisticated space.

Each architectural detail in the kitchen featured in this video is prettier than the next, from the detailed ceiling to the island and the molding around the room. Texture in the chicken wire cabinet door inserts, tiled floor and backsplash keeps the tonal scheme from falling flat. Rich cabinet finishes and a symmetrical design are undeniably traditional. The island and the cabinets around the window look like built-in pieces of furniture, which gives this space a formal feel.

Even small details can add a traditional air to a kitchen. They can include decorative molding on a range hood, sculptural details inspired by history, or intricate dental molding around the room.