25 French Country Kitchen Ideas That Work Wherever You Live

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25 French Country Kitchen Ideas That Work Wherever You Live
painter elizabeth stern's nashville ranch home designed by liz bonesio interiors kitchen
ALI HARPER
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Contrast Wood Tones

kitchen in east memphis, tennessee, designed by lindsey black interiors
Joseph Bradshaw

In this Memphis kitchen, dark wood frames the upper cupboard while a beige hue highlights the lower storage. This contrast elevates the entire space and mirrors the different tones of the marble counters. The mahogany doors in this French country kitchen idea also give the appearance of storage that has always been there.

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2

Mix Pattern Scales

to add warmth to the stone countersplash in her own home\, cortney bishop enlisted the makers at sawkille co to create a maple floating shelf with a bleached finish to display cherished pottery
Katie Charlotte

A quick key to an effortless interior is to seamlessly mix and match patterns. By using different-sized prints, like the checkered floor and dotted wallpaper, the patterns blend without overwhelming one another.

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3

Highlight Stone Floors

designer allison willson's new built farmhouse home near toronto, canada
Patrick Biller

Embrace the Medieval origins of French country kitchen design with natural stone flooring. This offset square pattern gives the home a vintage feel while still being durable for everyday wear and tear.

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4

Use Luxe Upholstery

painter elizabeth stern's nashville ranch home designed by liz bonesio interiors kitchen
ALI HARPER

Comfort is key in your French country kitchen idea. Take inspiration from these wingback counter stools, adorned in a timeless blue pinstripe. Remember, no matter how well the rest of your home is designed, the kitchen will always be where people congregate.

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5

Exaggerate Your Range Hood

designer katie hodges's spanish cottage in the hollywood hills
Haris Kenjar

Traditional French country kitchens were designed to cook for dozens of guests at a time, but these expansive spaces can still be appealing to smaller households. Honor that history with an extra large range hood over your stove. We love how this one is plastered to match the walls.

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6

Warm Up With Natural Wood

painter elizabeth stern's nashville ranch home designed by liz bonesio interiors kitchen
ALI HARPER

An all-neutral kitchen can easily feel too stark and modern, so to give it a more French look, we suggest adding in some warm-toned, natural wood finishes. Here, the kitchen island and open shelving add contrast to the cream cabinetry.

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7

Accentuate Antiques

1917 bungalow in louisville\, kentucky designed by amanda jacobs design
Kate Starkel

French country kitchens these days are designed to look like they are decades (if not centuries) old. Bring some of that aged allure into your own space, even if it’s a new build, by incorporating antique pieces wherever you can.

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8

Always Have Greenery

ashley gilbreath interior design set up a classic tablescape ready butlers pantry
Emily J Followill

Fresh plants, whether it’s a windowsill of herbs, tree branches, or a bowl of hydrangeas, as seen in this space, instantly elevate a kitchen’s sophistication. They don’t have to be homegrown blooms, either—store-bought options work just as well.

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9

Install Dark Countertops

lauren nelson moved her clients dedicated cocktail bar from a hallway to a corner in the great room near the kitchen to create a cohesive flow
Seth Smoot

Materials that gain a natural patina as they age look right at home in any French country kitchen idea. In this example, the soapstone countertops will not only last for decades but also will wear beautifully through everyday use.

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10

Try a Cabinet Skirt

california kitchen designed by meta coleman
Chaunte Vaughn

For an extra layer of character (and a bit of playfulness), forego your cabinet doors in favor of fabric skirts. A delicate botanical pattern perfectly complements the butter-yellow cabinetry in this Heidi Caillier-designed kitchen.

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11

Hang Your Cookware

deputy managing editor, olivia hoske's kitchen designed by leanne ford interiors kitchen
Alexandra Ribar

A classic French country kitchen idea is a displayed pot rack, rail, or in this case, peg-board-like wall feature. It doesn’t matter if you prefer stainless steel, ceramic, or copper, as long as you leave your cookware out in the open, proving that you definitely don’t order in dinner twice a week.

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Keep Essentials in the Open

everyday glassware sits out ready for use in pam and don schneiders hamptons kitchen, with cabinetry by plain english
Ngoc Minh Ngo

The French love to entertain, so embrace that and keep glassware and barware within easy reach of all guests. This home bar features curved shelving for architectural interest and wicker basket drawers for closed storage.

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13

Embrace Your Architecture

a plaster coated range hood lets the tile backsplash take center stage in this kitchen by hoedemaker pfeiffer
Haris Kenjar

Wherever able, put your home’s original architecture (and age) on display. Expose those ceiling beams, use era-accurate tile, and look for locally sourced treasures in your French country kitchen idea.

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14

Focus on Gathering

this modest kitchen designed by liz dutton interiors didnt have enough space for a full island instead the team opted for a small table it provides extra space to make meals without hulking over the cooking zone
Erin Kelly

Rather than installing an island, opt for a dining table or bistro table instead. This way, guests can hang out as you cook and even help out if the mood strikes. This French country kitchen idea makes the heart of your home even cozier.

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15

Use Delicate Tile

kitchen in stouffville\, ontario home designed by interior designer ashley montgomery
Lauren Miller

Blue and white is a classic French country color scheme. Make use of it through paint, or better yet, patterned tile squares. We love this Provincial-era pattern that complements the light wood and brass tones perfectly.

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16

Paint a Mural

french country kitchen
House Beautiful

Rather than opt for patterned wallpaper or a solid wash of paint, designer Erin Martin went a different route: a large mural. Accentuating the arched ceiling, the symmetrical painting brings attention to the room’s curves and soft natural light.

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17

Texturize With Plaster

kitchen in east memphis, tennessee, designed by lindsey black interiors
Joseph Bradshaw

Bring warmth into your French country kitchen idea by using a limewash or plaster wall paint. The slight color variation adds more visual interest than traditional flat paints, and it can also bring character and age to a new build, like this Memphis kitchen.

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18

Stick to the Classics

a contemporary kitchen featuring a large marble island with a gold faucet and three brass fixtures
Heidi Harris

The timeless pairing of blue and white hues can liven up a traditional kitchen. When paired with natural textures, like the woven barstools and wooden cutting board in the CEO of Weezie’s Atlanta home, the hues take on a provincial feeling rather than a coastal one.

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Embrace Original Details

small brooklyn kitchen with green tile backsplash
Erin Little

In this Brooklyn apartment, the hardwood floors were refinished to restore them to their original beauty. While some would have covered them with tile or replaced them altogether, by keeping them, this kitchen holds the character of eras (and tenents) past.

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20

Install Gilded Hardware

kitchen islands the fox group added farmhouse charm with an apron sink
Lindsay Salazar

No matter your preferred hardware material, there’s a French country kitchen idea that fits the bill. Here, the thicker drawer pulls add character while the smaller cabinet knobs balance out the expansive kitchen island.

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