1Add a Kitchen Sink Window
Stacy Zarin Goldberg Give your space an airy feel and welcome the relaxing sounds of nature by installing a window near the kitchen sink. This is a simple way to bring in light while staying true to the warm and classic feeling of a French country design.
2Mix Tile and Wood
Stacy Zarin Goldberg White subway tiles and wood accents make for a kitchen that's equal parts modern and rustic. Use tile for the walls and wood for your shelving to bring character to a sterile space.
3Keep That Brick Wall
Audrey Hall If your home comes with an interior brick wall, don't let it ruin the design. It brings a vintage and unique look that can enrich any modern decor.
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4Opt for Wood Countertops
Getty/ Andreas Von Einsie If you're unsure how to incorporate natural materials into the kitchen, using wood for the island and countertops is an easy and visually-appealing option.
5Craft a Traditional Dining Area
Mike Garten Try copying this kitchen's aesthetic, with its wide dark-painted windows, a charming dining table set and a coffered ceiling that only complement's it's country-like appeal.
6Mix and Match Wood Tones
Annie Schlechter Give your kitchen an authentic and rustic look with white-washed wood or whitewood. Plus, the process is simple and budget-friendly.
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7Include Copper Accents
David Tsay/ Otto Incorporate copper accents into the space —such as the lighting, sink faucet, or drawer and cabinet handles.
8Hang Pots and Pans
Victoria Pearson Save your cabinet space by hanging pots and pans above the kitchen island. This will add to the space's rustic charm — especially if they're copper cookware.
9Decorate With Vintage Artwork
Lindsay Salazar Add antique art to the walls — similar to this look by House of Jade Interiors. Think pastoral paintings, eye-catching mosaics and classic historical portraits.
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10Install a Pendant Light Over Your Sink
Annie Schlechter While it's not necessary to bring an abundance of light to a kitchen with a window by the sink, hanging a retro pendant can easily help you achieve a French country feel.
11Design Coffered Ceilings
Sian Richards Coffered ceilings can give your kitchen depth, offering the appearance of sunken panels for a historic look.
12Hang Candelabra-Style Chandeliers
Stacey Brandford Design the space with baroque carved embellishments — such as these candelabra chandeliers — for a memorable and elegant aesthetic.
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13Weave in Green
Jane Beiles Kelly Mittleman and architect Mark Finlay designed this quaint Connecticut country kitchen with a stylish shade of green that matches the wood tones and creamy whites featured throughout the room.
14Embrace Arched Ceilings
Annie Schlechter While many may choose to vault their ceiling in the family or great room, opt to do it in your kitchen instead.
15Try a Traditional Range Hood
Thomas Kuoh Range hoods not only add light above your stove, but they also add to the kitchen's welcoming atmosphere for family and guests.
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16Add Rustic Bar Stools
Jason Hartog If you can't decide what kitchen island seating to choose, try round wood counter stools. They provide the perfect amount of contrast to white decor.
17Consider a Star and Cross Floor Design
Add Rustic Accents There is something unique and historic about a star and cross patterned floor. Play up your kitchen's French country appeal by balancing the look with an oversized kitchen island in a rich wood tone.
18Incorporate a Vintage Rug
Monica Wang Rugs can create an intimate and cozy feel to any space — the kitchen included. The right one, especially an antique design, can add a rustic touch to modern decor.
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19Set Up a Country-Style Stove
Laura Moss A ceiling isn't the only spot that can boast an arch. Consider an arched stove for an instant focal point.
20Design With an All-White Look
Courtesy of Benjamin More/ John Bessler A creamy white interior enhances any style you're trying to replicate. It's a simple way to make a design scheme feel light and airy.
Mariah Thomas (she/her) is an assistant editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers home and lifestyle content. Mariah has more than four years of editorial experience, having written for TLC, Apartment Therapy, Women's Health and Avocado Magazine. She received her master's degree in journalism at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism and published her first book, Heart and Soul: Poems of Thoughts and Emotions, in 2019. She's also the founder of RTF Community, a platform for creatives of color to connect, learn and showcase their work.
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