A transitional style kitchen is the perfect blend of old and new, the styled drawers are inspired from elements found in both modern and traditional kitchens. They are most notably based on a shaker door incorporating the features of different styles to create a contemporary kitchen that will stand the test of time.
The balance of design features is not often an even 50/50 split, and typically it falls in favour of one style or an another. By opting for slimline handles or an under mounted sink, the overall feel of your kitchen can lean on the modern side. On the other hand, by opting for a solid timber or timber effect laminate worktop with a Belfast sink, these will bring the warmth and homeliness of a traditional kitchen.
When choosing a transitional style kitchen, muted and neutral tones are favourable however this isn’t to say that you can’t still have fun with colour. Often transitional kitchens make use of earth tones sticking to palettes that incorporate hues of blue and green to maintain a classic look and feel. These colours can be incorporated in the form of a two-tone colour scheme or a statement island.
Islands are featured heavily in transitional styles due to the style being incredibly popular for larger spaces although this style can work in spaces any size.
Transitional kitchens look their best with an abundance of natural light making use of large windows or patio doors however there is also a focus on light fixtures. Often kitchen that feature an island will also have large pendant light fitting as a focal point, this will reduce the amount of natural light required to make your kitchen shine, especially when paired with a daylight bulb.
The mix of traditional and modern styles means that the list of materials you can use to create your dream traditional kitchen is extensive, but it can easily be broken down, when picking the materials of your kitchen thinking about the overall style is important. Glass, natural stone, and concrete will give your kitchen a more up to date kitchen. Whereas, tiles, timber worktops and a Belfast sink will give it more of an established look.
It is common to opt for tiles rather than a glass splashback in a transitional style kitchen, this adds visual interest though texture and can be used to add a pop of colour for example a lush green or deep red. This adds to the highly personalised look of a transitional style kitchen giving you more freedom to create your perfect space.
This style of kitchen doesn’t often shy away from visible appliances and instead uses them to make a statement. Large industrial extraction units and freestanding American style fridge freezers can be used to break up the visual lines drawing the focus of attention around the room. Freestanding range cookers can also be used to create a focal point.