Soul Provisions - A Kitchen Philosophy
Certified Kitchen Designer, author of http://www.thekitchendesigner.org blog and http://www.scandinaviankitchens.com
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Adding "soul" to a kitchen interior is the most personal of design missions. It's personal, it's subjective, it's very definition is different for everyone. But, if nothing else, it's a good word to think about in connection with our kitchens, as this awareness alone brings us one step closer toward a meaningful environment.
Some simple paths toward a soulful interior might be:
Personal Style - Very simply, express yourself. Do it in color, form, accessories, artwork, whatever "speaks" to you. That's the thing...when something speaks to you, you feel it. Wait for that feeling and in the meantime, be patient, change around ideas and concepts until you feel the spark. It will come.
Windows - I strongly feel that windows have awesome power! What I find very interesting is the interplay of super sleek interiors and oversized windows. We see nature in its rough cut glory, juxtaposed with man made, perfect, elements. To my eye, always soulful.
Shapes and Forms - Playing with shapes and forms as well as scale to one's personal aesthetic adds just that...an individual design statement. Don't worry too much about rules...what's most important is that you put your mind into a sort of "freeform" mode, which many designers do.
If you look at any of these kitchens and say "that one is completely soul-less", well, that's good! It's a movement toward putting the puzzle pieces together for your own kitchen that truly speak to you. These are just a very few pieces that might add soul to our kitchens. What are the pieces for you that add soul?
Some simple paths toward a soulful interior might be:
Personal Style - Very simply, express yourself. Do it in color, form, accessories, artwork, whatever "speaks" to you. That's the thing...when something speaks to you, you feel it. Wait for that feeling and in the meantime, be patient, change around ideas and concepts until you feel the spark. It will come.
Windows - I strongly feel that windows have awesome power! What I find very interesting is the interplay of super sleek interiors and oversized windows. We see nature in its rough cut glory, juxtaposed with man made, perfect, elements. To my eye, always soulful.
Shapes and Forms - Playing with shapes and forms as well as scale to one's personal aesthetic adds just that...an individual design statement. Don't worry too much about rules...what's most important is that you put your mind into a sort of "freeform" mode, which many designers do.
If you look at any of these kitchens and say "that one is completely soul-less", well, that's good! It's a movement toward putting the puzzle pieces together for your own kitchen that truly speak to you. These are just a very few pieces that might add soul to our kitchens. What are the pieces for you that add soul?
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| Traditional cabinetry combined with rustic antiques, a specialty window above the doorway and other touches of a gracious interior, adds a soulful feeling. |
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The books adds soul to this kitchen, adding texture and warmth
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An oversized hood, strong artwork and an interesting lighting fixture adds soul
Super strong rustic texture in the floor adds soul
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| Interesting shapes, the use of color, dynamic floor pattern add soul |
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Wood that is a matte finish and envelops the space adds warmth
| Large windows, a shot of color and wood floors add soul |
An otherwise sleek kitchen, the very large windows to a view and marble texture add soul
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Interesting use of window proportion and materials and addition of artwork adds soul
Super bold color, varying light fixtures, an unexpected antique, adds soul
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Color and texture add soul to this kitchen
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An otherwise soft look, the windows, wood stools, soft light fixtures, dark/natural flooring, artwork and great paint color, to my eye, add soul
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Industrial style elements feel familiar and add soul
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Enormous windows add soul
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A very human view through the large windows adds soul
by mark gerwing
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Quirky features in the cabinetry adds soul
by Patricia Benson
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Colors and natural elements everywhere in similar tones add soul in this near monochromatic kitchen
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| A kitchen, not for everyone, in fact, it is centered around the owner's personal aesthetic. |
Ideabook updated on Aug. 2, 2010.
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whimages, the best advice, who could argue with that!?
lannyd, that gorgeous blue glass reads "soul" to me
norberry, interesting..I'm a lover of white/white with punches of artwork