Just because you don't have that dream cottage in the country doesn't mean you can't have a country style kitchen to be proud of and it's never been easier to introduce a taste of rural living into an urban home.
For starters, your primary material will be wood. This probably doesn't come as a great surprise but its important to cover the basics. A country kitchen will normally have wooden cupboards with wooden doors, wooden cabinets and wooden chairs; I think you get the point. However, the colour or tone of wood you choose to use for your country style kitchen is entirely up to you. There are kitchens that use painted wood that are just a country-style as natural tones.
Having kitchen utensils and other accessories on display is a key to creating a country feel. Whether you do that by having open shelving or kitchen cupboards with glass panels is up to you but this will significantly help you to create that rustic look.
A traditional stove is a nice addition to any country style kitchen and adds a touch of authenticity. After all, if you're planning on creating a warm, country environment then an ultra modern cooker is going to look somewhat out of place. Consistency is everything with any style of kitchen design.
Your floor is also an important consideration in a country kitchen design. If you can, use either hardwood or stone tiles to add texture and definition to your country kitchen. Apart from looking great, this also has functional benefits as materials like these are hard-wearing and are incredibly easy to clean.
These are just a few tips on creating a country style kitchen so be sure to read all of the information we have available on country kitchen design. We can also divert you to some of the leading suppliers of country kitchens available online.