The French provincial decorating style is reminiscent of 17th and 18th century Provence homes in the South of France. Remaining one of the most popular interior design aesthetics in the world, French provincial kitchens and interiors can be integrated into any home. It’s a beautiful design style that will be loved for years to come. We hope you find some inspiration in this list of our list of our favorite French provincial kitchen ideas, and let us know your favorites!
Exposed timber beams, stone flooring and a dining room laid parallel are the essential ingredients for a luxurious French provincial kitchen. The folding doors immediately connects the indoors with the outdoors, where fresh produce is just a few feet away. It also evokes the sense of simple, which is a big characteristic of French provincial living.
One way to describe the French provincial style would be simple. The un-fussy back to basics attitude is what makes it so beloved around the world. The freshly picked fruit and fresh lavender sprigs becomes a part of the décor, adding a simple touch to this kitchen. The chandelier also adds that hint of bling like the icing on the cake.
In this kitchen, rather than trying to "live in a historical interior" the owners went for a contemporary look, with hints of French style that are sympathetic to the building's heritage. It is the perfect balance of old world, and modern living. While completing this design did pose some challenges for them the end result is stunning.
Maestro by Bonnet is the ultimate French cooking suite, and this range will be the main feature of your kitchen. It will withstand use longer than your traditional kitchen stove/oven, so you can enjoy it's beauty longer. They were once exclusive to high end restaurants, but are now available to the residential market and come in a variety of colors and finishes to compliment any home.
If you like a clean, uncluttered aesthetic but still want to make an impact with your design you can channel the grandeur of French provincial style with your accessories. This design has been layered with quality fixtures and finishes that really make a statement, yet you can see the hints of French style in it's design.
We hope these ideas will give you some inspiration on how to bring the French provincial style into your home!