Gothic style kitchen
When I hear about a gothic interior, images from the old Addams Family movie immediately come to mind. Dark, gloomy colors, pointed shapes and heavy furniture. And most importantly, everything is covered with cobwebs and a thick layer of dust. Of course, in real life, the Gothic style in the kitchen is far from the stereotypes created by the cinema. In reality it's quite spacious and bright room with a special atmosphere, created with well-composed color combinations. In this article I will tell you how to properly decorate a kitchen in a Gothic style.
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Photos of kitchens made in the Gothic style
Having looked at the photos online, I noted to myself that the Gothic design direction is ideally suited for a kitchen or dining room. Adherents of the classical style, but people who want to diversify their life, definitely will be imbued with such an unusual design living space.
Don't forget that the kitchen is the place where the whole family gets together. The room should be cozy and pleasant for everyone.
It is not necessary to use black tones in the interior to emphasize the style. Rich reds, blues and browns are often used here. Metal and bronze finishes are used. I advise you to look at a small photo selection to form your own opinion about the style.
Finishing features
Making a kitchen in the Gothic style is quite simple. You just need to know the basic principles of style, choose the right color for surface finishes, as well as furniture that suits the design. And I will help you in choosing.
When creating an unusual and bold interior, imagine that you are in a medieval castle. This helps in visualizing what is planned.
Colors and materials
The Gothic style is an aspiration upward. That is why design is usually chosen for large rooms with large windows and high ceilings. You can create something similar in a small kitchen, but it is quite difficult.
As for color, any rich dark shades are suitable:
- brown;
- red;
- blue;
- emerald green;
- black and others.
It is better to choose a golden finish with metal elements.
The materials are predominantly natural, in their natural colors. Remember that the Gothic style originated in the distant 13th century. In those days there were no synthetic, modern types of finishes. And designers today are trying with all their might to recreate the atmosphere of ancient times.
Surface finishing
I suggest painting the walls and ceiling or making a plasterboard structure, often multi-level. On the floor laying ceramic tiles, suitable for the general design. Decorative plaster or tiles imitating natural stone are often used in finishing. This is appropriate in this style. Usually this element is used as an accent when decorating a kitchen space.
Furnishings
This issue is given special attention. Colorful furniture is the main detail of a Gothic-style kitchen. I suggest several basic elements necessary for overall comfort:
- Kitchen set.Facades made of natural dark wood, golden trim and stained glass. It’s great if the shape of the drawers is upward, tending to the ceiling.
- Massive table. When combining a kitchen with a dining room, you need to think about a family table with chairs. Choose large models from noble tree species. Chairs with high, solid backs, entirely wooden.
- Wardrobe or sideboard. If the size of the room allows you to fit into the decor a massive cupboard or at least a small pencil case with stained glass, do it. It will fit a “ceremonial” set of dishes, tea and coffee sets for pleasant family evenings.
Overall kitchen equipment no different from rooms in other stylistic directions. A nuance of Gothic is the use of massive natural wood and large forms.
Technical equipment
Despite the “antiquity” of the Gothic style, household appliances are supposed to be modern, up to date. In shops and hypermarkets today you can find stylized household appliances that will effectively fit into the surrounding interior.
Buy everything that the life of a modern metropolis resident cannot do without:
- Electric kettle;
- coffee maker;
- toaster;
- microwave oven;
- blender and other devices.
The housewife herself will determine where to install the equipment on the countertop. I note that even the latest technology will fit well into a Gothic interior.
Decorative elements
Stained glass in kitchen facades and even in windows is considered a good decoration for a Gothic-style room. Heavy curtains for the windows, brass candlesticks with wax candles, and patterned carvings coated with gilding are also used.
This style involves a lot of decorations. Feel free to experiment and create an unusual interior in your apartment. You will see that a design that is gloomy at first glance can seem comfortable and homely for the whole family.
