Modern Kitchen:Vintage Charm - How to add retro love to your cooking space!
Are you sick of how your kitchen looks, with its high-tech appliances, marble kitchen island, and subway tile? Do you want to give your kitchen more pizzaz, character and charm? Look no further! Antique plates and retro-inspired equipment are beautiful additions to give you a vintage-inspired kitchen.
Let's talk about the many ways you can give your kitchen vintage charm without breaking the bank, embracing sustainability culture, and giving it a bit of eye candy for you and your guests to enjoy.
Retro inspired appliances give big hits of charm to this modern kitchen.
1.Include appliances with a retro aesthetic: Your kitchen can be instantaneously transported to the 1960s or 1970s by adding retro appliances like an antique toaster, an old-fashioned oven, or a pastel colored SMEG refrigerator. In addition to being practical, these appliances are also aesthetically pleasing and can give your kitchen more personality.
2. Use antique tableware:
Vintage dishware and retro-patterned glasses.
A simple way to add retro charm to your kitchen is to use vintage dishware. You can find a wide variety of retro-patterned glasses, plates, and bowls at thrift stores, antique shops, or online. Using vintage dishware is an eco-friendly choice and adds a pop of color and design to your everyday meals.
3. Display Vintage Kitchen Gadgets: Vintage kitchen gadgets are a great way to add visual interest to your cooking space and show off your love for retro charm. From vintage mixers to meat grinders, old-fashioned tools can be found at thrift stores or online. Displaying these gadgets on open shelves or hanging them on a wall can add a playful touch to your kitchen.
4. Add Vintage Textiles: Old aprons, dishtowels, and tablecloths can give your kitchen a cozy, warm feel. You can blend various patterns and colors to add visual interest and give your kitchen a distinctive design.
5. Combine Old and Modern Items: While old decor can be charming in your kitchen, it's also necessary to balance it with contemporary pieces to make the area look coherent and work well. Think about combining modern finishes, crisp counters, and historic kitchen furnishings.
Finding Vintage Kitchen Items: There are numerous locations to locate vintage kitchen items at a reasonable cost. You can find unique and one-of-a-kind products in thrift stores, antique stores, and flea markets. Online stores like Etsy and eBay have a vast selection of vintage kitchen accessories, as well. My favorite way to find vintage items is through estate sales. Estate sales are an amazing channel to antique and vintage finds for a portion of what you would pay in a traditional antique shop. In next week’s blog post, I will be speaking with DeWayne Kirchner, owner of J & D Estate Liquidators. Mr. DeWayne will give us great tips and insights into shopping estate sales. So, stay tuned!
Take a chance and add retro appeal to your kitchen is a beautiful approach to creating a warm and distinctive ambiance. You can design a kitchen that expresses your particular style by combining retro-inspired equipment, vintage dishware, kitchen gadgets, textiles, and vintage and modern features. If you feel like you’d like help, just click the button below and book a free call to chat about how I can help you add wonderful charm to your home.
Until next time, enjoy the love and let vintage charm it’s way into your heart and home.
