How to decorate a neoclassical kitchen?

Features of neoclassicism

Characteristic features of neoclassical design:

• Symmetrical and rational arrangement of elements.
• Quality natural materials in decoration and furniture items.
• Pastel color palette without bright and flashy accents.
• Refined decoration elements.

Colors

The most important tool in interior design is the tint solution.

Neoclassical kitchen in light colors

In the design of the kitchen space, neutral, muted colors from the natural and natural range are used. Light shades are perfect for the main background: snow-white, sand, powdery, lilac, beige or peach.

The use of gray, green, olive, blue and yellow colors is allowed.

In the photo there is a kitchen where neoclassicism has been recreated with the help of an exquisite set and noble color combinations.

A neoclassical kitchen space in ivory shades has a very spectacular and elegant look. Such neutral but expensive tones can transform a room and emphasize graceful pieces of furniture. Milky color looks especially advantageous in combination with mother-of-pearl.

The photo shows a neoclassical kitchen design, designed in coffee and beige tones.

Kitchens in dark colors

Chocolate, blue, burgundy, black and other shades from a rich, but not flashy, gamut are chosen as accents or companion shades. Dark colors in the kitchen are great for highlighting fragments of walls, aprons or furniture fronts.

In the photo there is a kitchen in brown tones with a black suite and white chairs.

A dark and colorful palette allows you to emphasize the geometry of the room and make the atmosphere orderly. For example, the neoclassical interior of a white kitchen with black elements looks strict and at the same time expressive.

Materials and finishes

The floor in the neoclassical kitchen is designed with wood materials in the form of parquet or laminate with imitation of natural wood - oak or rosewood.It is also appropriate to use stone, marble, porcelain stoneware or two-tone tiles laid out in a checkerboard pattern.

Walls with textured wallpaper and glossy splashes look beautiful. They reflect the brilliance of light sources, giving the room a pomp. For gluing, canvases in pastel colors with an unobtrusive pattern are suitable. Walls can be finished with decorative plaster, wood, glass or mirror panels.

In order to make the kitchen space in the neoclassical style more voluminous and deprive it of monotony, the top of the wall is revetted with light-colored material, and the bottom is made in dark shades.

In the photo there is a kitchen-dining room with an apron in the form of large-format marbled tiles.

In the design of the kitchen, a two-level glossy or matte ceiling with a rectangular or round niche in the center is appropriate. The ceiling plane is also decorated with decorative wood panels, decorated with a baguette and stucco molding.

Furniture

Neoclassicism welcomes both laconic and decorated with moldings and gilding kitchen sets. Lathing and glass inserts are appropriate - the main thing is that the interior remains harmonious, not overloaded with details. As a lightweight style option, a simple, no-frills model is suitable.

In the photo there is a light kitchen set and a dining area with chairs with blue fabric upholstery.

The work surface and countertops are made of natural or artificial stone. A wooden or glass dining table will perfectly fit into the setting. Chairs often have curved backs, graceful legs and smooth outlines. Upholstered armchairs and a sofa are complemented by upholstery made of velvet, velor, silk fabric, leather or short-nap fur.

Lighting

The main light source is a multi-level chandelier, which serves as an accent element in the kitchen. Glass, metal or crystal are used in its manufacture.

Spotlights or spots with the most discreet design are built into the cooking area. It is also appropriate to complement the neoclassical furnishings with sconces and floor lamps with large lampshades, as well as lamps stylized as candles.

In the photo there is a small kitchen decorated with a white ceiling chandelier and spots.

Curtains and decor

Fabric curtains are an indispensable element of the kitchen space. For the decoration of the window opening, monochromatic curtains made of semi-gloss silk are often chosen. Curtains in the neoclassical style in color are in harmony with the overall interior design. The canvases have a simple design without pretentious decor, lambrequins and catchy ornaments.

The photo shows a window decorated with Roman curtains made of translucent fabric.

The furnishings are decorated with practical, high quality and at the same time luxurious accessories. The table can be decorated with a linen tablecloth, and open shelves can be supplemented with painted dishes, colored glass decanters and refined glasses.

In the dining area in the neoclassical style, paintings with still lifes, porcelain figurines or vases with fresh flowers will look great.

Photos of kitchens in the interior

Neoclassicism loves spaciousness and free space. Therefore, this style will ideally fit into the interior of the kitchen in a country house with high ceilings and panoramic windows.

In the design of the house, the neoclassical kitchen is emphasized with the help of expensive finishing materials, the ceiling is decorated with beams and the room is furnished with solid wood furniture. In order to make the setting more elegant, the kitchen space is decorated with carved details, mirrors and paintings in exquisite frames.

In the photo there is a spacious kitchen-living room with a massive dining table and a raised fireplace.

A fireplace decorated in the best classical traditions will bring special luxury to the interior. The hearth looks very impressive with royal ornaments, gilded and bronze elements.

Design of small kitchens

Designers advise choosing white for neoclassicism or light shades as close as possible to it, contributing to the visual expansion of the space. To give the room even more lightness and weightlessness, gloss on the surface of the kitchen facades will allow.

In a small kitchen, functional modular items with spacious drawers are installed, only the necessary household appliances and equipment are placed. Neoclassical interiors are not overloaded with elaborate decor and intricate draperies.

In the photo, the neoclassical style in the design of a laconic small-sized kitchen-dining room.

The best option for recreating the neoclassical style in a kitchen with a small area is a corner set. This design will save useful meters and allow more space for the dining group. In this case, the refrigerator can be placed separately next to the doorway. An excellent solution would be to install a compact dome hood.

Kitchen-living room decoration

In the interior of the kitchen-living room, traditional placement of functional areas is assumed.A cooking area is set up near the far wall. The dining group is separated by a bar counter or an island with an additional work surface. Next is a place to rest.

The layout of the kitchen set depends on the configuration and size of the kitchen-living room. Here, both a straight and an angular or U-shaped design are appropriate.

A set with an island module, ready to serve as an impromptu dining room, is also suitable. In neoclassicism, in contrast to classicism, taking out the dining group is optional.

In the photo there is a kitchen-living room with an L-shaped set in a dark azure shade.

You can also choose a sofa as a compositional center. The rest of the furniture in this case is installed around the perimeter of the room. The furniture set is also complemented with armchairs, ottomans, a coffee or coffee table.

A sideboard with glass doors, hanging or floor cabinets for dishes will perfectly fit into the interior of the kitchen-living room.

Photo gallery

Laconic, noble and modern kitchens, designed in the neoclassical style, are a win-win design solution that endows the interior with an aristocratic character. You can see even more examples of real apartments decorated in neoclassical style in our gallery.