The French country style blends Parisian elegance with rustic, homey touches. If you’ve always admired it and are about to begin a kitchen remodeling project, there are plenty of ideas out there to inspire you. Here are a few to keep in mind. 

How to Design a French Country Kitchen 

1. Opt for Soft, Muted Tones

Create a color scheme using warm, muted tones. French country kitchens typically feature earthy vibes with colors taken from surrounding landscapes. Think muted greens and yellows, as well as white, brown, and cream colors. Wooden countertops, for example, pair well with off-white cabinetry and walls.

2. Consider Old World Walls

Enjoy a rustic focal point with a brick or stone wall behind your range and hood that invokes thoughts of days past. Complement this natural look with large stone tiles and an exposed wooden beam ceiling so the old world style isn’t limited to one feature.

3. Add an Island

Install a kitchen island if you have the room, as families gathering in the cooking space for a meal is a French country tradition. Choose one with plenty of features, such as an additional range or sink and extra storage space, and use a different color than other parts of the room. If your kitchen features mainly cream hues, for example, a muted green island adds more color.

4. Nix Modern Cabinetry

Replace contemporary composite cabinets with elegant wooden versions in farmhouse or another vintage style. Grooved facings create an aged look that is common, as will brass, bronze, or wrought-iron hardware. Also, break up the cabinetry with an apron- or farmhouse-style sink.

5. Install a Classic French Country Range Hood

Complete your kitchen remodeling project with an intricate range hood, such as a copper, mantle style, or other metal option. An exaggerated range hood offsets rustic elements to blend city elegance with country charm seamlessly. 

Discuss your French country kitchen remodeling ideas with Vanderbilt Construction Services LLC. Serving St. Louis County, MO, and the surrounding areas since 2000, this home improvement company enjoys an A+ rating from the BBB® and specializes in kitchen and bathroom remodeling services. Call (314) 570-1908 for your free estimate, or review their past work online. Get additional home improvement ideas on Facebook.