Country Kitchen Decor

Here it is, the consummate modern country kitchen. Having all of the features of a country kitchen, but with accents on things more contemporary, such as the range hood... while covered in the natural country inspired wood-grains, it is highly functional and serves multiple purposes including light, ventilation and personality.

Modern country kitchen pictures courtesy Tony D, of BearfortLodge.com, a great resource for log home restoration and enthusiasts.

Of course, the main centerpiece of any country kitchen would be the hanging utensil rack. Positioned above the kitchen island (with small sink, to be discussed later!), it is high enough to allow for informal seating around the island, while still making the hanging pots, pans, and spices readily accessible. Have you found the refrigerator? Notice the lack of curtains in this country kitchen? Blinks are used in the place of curtains, hidden behind the valance. Of course cupboard space is maximized wherever possible, and the standard open concept glass cupboard doors provide a larger feel to a busy space.

Ah, the hanging utensil rack. A staple of any country kitchen. In this photo the positioning of this hanging rack allows for ample lighting in the form of ceiling pot lights to illuminate the kitchen. There is so much room on this rack that not only pots and pans are stored, there is room for spices and drying vegetables as well. Not only is this handy, but it lends to the comfortable feelings evoked by the presence of the natural ingredients.

The view from the living room demonstrates how an open concept country kitchen provides a more comfortable feel that extends to the adjoining rooms more easily.

Having a very large cooking area is also a typical feature of a country kitchen. This pic shows that this extra wide stove and oven has multiple cooking areas up top and two areas for baking or broiling. The large open countertop area also lends well to large cooking conferences!

Modern country kitchen pictures courtesy Tony D, of BearfortLodge.com, a great resource for log home restoration and enthusiasts.

From the dining area, which is also tastefully decorated with country kitchen furniture, the open concept kitchen is very accessible, yet still hidden away for more intimate dining... forget about the dishes while you enjoy your meal!

This great picture is taken from the center of the living area / kitchen space, and clearly reveals the refrigerator. Yes, it's that thing hidden behind the big wooden kitchen cabinet door. That's a sliding drawer freezer underneath cleverly disguised with the natural wood veneers. You'll also notice the dining area in the background. The bench seat is a furniture staple found in any old country kitchen.

Modern country kitchen photos courtesy Tony D, of BearfortLodge.com, a great resource for log home restoration and enthusiasts.

See how much extra countertop space a kitchen island provides? Not only is this extra food preparation room but the small sink is very handy when a team is making the feast, or the turkey is thawing in the main sink!

You've been noticing it, but I haven't said anything, till now. That kitchen tub sink is HUGE! Don't you just love how the countertop spills over the edge of the sink!? ANd you've also probably noticed the seasonal Christmas decor in his setting.

And finally, here it is - a close up of that handy little kitchen island sink! Not your standard country kitchen feature, but a welcome addition in this modern version of a quaint comfortable country kitchen.