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Retro-Modern
3 Ways to Throwback Style
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FAMILY FEATURES
hen it’s time for a bathroom or kitchen upgrade, some
of the greatest inspiration may come from another time
entirely. Some of the most on-trend styles of today are
actually throwbacks to bygone eras.
Learn how to make your updated spaces pay tribute to
re-emerging trends and add your own modern touches with
these three new-again looks.
Retro-Modern
A retro-modern design is unique in every way, with elements
transitioning from the historically unfitted 1920s to 1950s charm
and eccentricity. The result is a space that represents many eras and
design styles, and the kitchen is the perfect space to bring this look
to life.
Start by establishing a focal point for your retro-modern
design, such as a functional nod to the past. Long before modern
refrigeration, iceboxes were used in many of the homes in the early
20th century to keep foods fresh. It’s possible to mimic this look
with the Wellborn Cabinet Premier Series, to achieve an icebox look
that actually functions as storage space.
Use contrasting finishes, colors and textures to uniquely define a
small space. For example, a modern cabinet scheme in a dark stain
or paint contrasts beautifully with stainless steel hardware and a pop
of color to break up the cold nature of stainless steel.
Then bring some uniformity with an option like Shaker
decorative legs, which adds to the multi-era design feel. Deriving
from the Shaker lifestyle and tradition, the tapering effect offers
a beautiful yet simple design feature. Integrate the look across
multiple elements, such as a wooden-style tapered leg icebox,
along with stainless steel tapered legs on wall and peninsula
cabinets, which can pair nicely with stainless-steel hardware and a
1950s Malt Shop grooved countertop.
Accessories are an important part of kitchen design, which is why
they should be kept top of mind when building or designing that
dream space. Features such as removable under-sink baskets and a
double wastebasket kit lend ultimate practicality.
No matter the era, lighting is a must for a functional kitchen
space. A carefully crafted, multi-layered lighting design is an
essential component of a dream kitchen. An option like Hafele
lighting, now offered through a partnership with Wellborn Cabinet,
makes it possible to illuminate cabinetry, delivering ambient, accent,
task and decorative lighting to create the right mood for any space.