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Seaside Kitchens [GALLERY]

You don’t need to live by the sea to bring the coastal look into your kitchen

When you think of the beach, you think of the blue sea and sand under your feet. Imagine the scene of your perfect seaside, and imagine yourself in it. When you know you want the seaside kitchen look, use this as a starting point for designing the colour scheme. Naturally, the staple colours of a seaside style kitchen are various tones of sea blue and turquoise, and white. The aim of these colours is to make the space look as airy and bright as possible.

White reflects light and blue adds the depth of the ocean. Tones of yellow bring the sun to the space and light beiges bring the sandy warmth. For some texture, add groove or shiplap panelling, or stripes for that extra nautical note. Hand-painted assets in your kitchen are ideal for a seaside design. The rustic look, which looks better as it ages is also a perfect way to make your kitchen feel like it’s truly yours.

Kitchens dressed in a seaside style captures the sunny serenity of white sands and blue waters combined with nautical nuances. It’s about finding a blend of functionality and personality. It’s the style perfectly suited for anyone who wants to make their most multifunctional room into their most loved.

Need some design ideas to get started on designing your seaside-look kitchen? We’ve compiled a handy gallery of inspiration to help you do just that.

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A blend of functionality and personality, the seaside kitchen style is perfect for anyone who wants to make their most multifunctional room into their most loved.

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It’s the small touches that make a house a home, and it’s the décor that makes the coastal kitchen yours.

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Kitchen cabinets in light colours are ideal for the beach style kitchen design. Rustic metal detailing brings the sailor sentiment to your beach kitchen, as well as being strong and easy to clean.

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Seaside kitchens are all about bringing the outside in. Think about adding greenery to your space when planning your coast-inspired space.

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Bring the nautical feel to your kitchen with wooden flooring. The bare flooring can be coated with paint or varnish to make it easy to clean.

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The staple colours of a seaside style kitchen are various tones of sea blue and turquoise, and white.

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Bright light and panelled cabinetry in your kitchen are ideal for a seaside design. The seaside look, which looks better as it ages is also a perfect way to make your kitchen feel like it’s truly yours.

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Incorporating plenty of light brings the outside in and adds a natural feel to the kitchen, as well as helping to disperse the light beautifully.

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A tactful combination of metals and woods make for the perfect seaside kitchen combo. © Homebunch

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For counters in a seaside kitchen, stick to natural materials, such as wood or light coloured granite. A shiny finish reflects light, whilst a matte finish touches on the sailor, boat look. @ hepburndesigns.com

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Natural lighting should be plentiful in a coastal kitchen. Keep windows uncovered and unobstructed for the airy feel, which is characteristic of a coastal cooking space. © Fougeron Architects

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If you're lucky enough to have breathtaking coastal views, bring it inside by incorporating huge windows. © RUF Project

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As the centre of your kitchen, kitchen islands are important in reflecting the beach look. Make them stand out from the rest of the space by having them in a different colour.

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Décor in your seaside design kitchen should be a reflection of your personality, with a beachy touch. Opt for marine-coloured tiling and wooden textures to bring the style home.

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Seaside kitchens aren't necessarily all blue. A combination of whites and other neutral colours creates a coastal mood like no other.

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