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Popular Kitchen Styles in California

Popular Kitchen Styles in California

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Many California homes feature beautiful open floor plans with airy spaces and lots of natural light. And it is easy to see why. In the sunny state of California, nature is always central to the design of living spaces.

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For California-style kitchens, this idea takes center stage in the room's fixtures, layout, and decor. Kitchens in California are a place to gather, make fresh food, and enjoy the bounty of the area's fertile lands. Light white color schemes, brass fixtures, and antique finishes all help define the stunning style of California kitchens.

For homeowners whose Cali-kitchen needs a facelift, a few quick updates can help transform the space. For those who want to bring the California style into their home states away, borrowing on the area's focus on simplicity and rustic style can add new warmth to the kitchen. Take a look at the most popular kitchen styles and fixture options for California kitchens.

A Fresh Take on Faucets

For many who reside in California, the state's robust agricultural industry means a steady supply of fresh fruits and vegetables makes its way into the kitchen on a daily basis. Eating from the fertile land is a huge part of the kitchen culture of California. Fresca-style dishes and locally sourced meals are integral to dining in the area. For homeowners, this is reflected in the way kitchens are designed, right down to the faucets. For a fresh flair, try one of the following California-inspired combos.

The New York Pull-Down Faucet & Manhattan Pot Filler

The titles might all be Big Apple, but these faucets pair perfectly in a California home.

The New York pull-down faucet is sleek, elegant, and modern. However, it doesn't get lost in angles and edges; instead, the tall sloping faucet spoutneck offers a touch of clean sophistication. The warm brushed brass is the perfect accompaniment for earth-toned California kitchens, and the pull-down faucet head makes washing those fresh fruits and veggies simple.

Pair with the Manhattan pot filler for a complete set. This pot filler similarly features simple, sleek lines. The lack of complexity in design makes it a subtle piece that will blend into the design of the kitchen. For big pots of soup, stews, and pasta, the convenience of the pot filler is hard to beat.

The Heritage Pull-Down Faucet & Metropolitan Pot Filler

For a little more rustic, a little more vintage, and a lot more style, the Heritage pull-down faucet in antique brass is a great California kitchen pairing. This faucet features a bridge-style design with two traditional criss-cross handles with classic hot and cold labels. While the elements of this faucet might give a nod to the past, the springy pull-down sprayfaucet head is all modernity. A strong spray makes this a great choice for busy home chefs. Wash fresh produce, clean up a deep sink basin, and do it all in style.

To pair with the Heritage classic, the Metropolitan pot filler is a perfect pick. Similar to the Heritage, this pot filler is crafted with criss-cross hot and cold handles. The antique brass finish helps add to the vintage appeal of the piece while providing all the modern convenience of a stovetop pot filler.

The Concord Pull-Down Faucet & Pot Filler

The Concord single-handle pull-down faucet in brushed nickel is a modern piece. The slim handles and sleek bridge style make it an appealing and contemporary fixture. The high arch of the faucet makes it a great choice for kitchens where large pots, pans, and dishes are in use. And a pull-down sprayfaucet head with a toggle dual-action button makes it easy to clean anything.

From the same collection, the Concord pot filler pairs seamlessly with the pull-down faucet. It is modern simplicity at its finest, and the brushed nickel finish of both fixtures makes them easy to pair with any kitchen color scheme.

Sink Into Space

Similar to the themes seen in the faucets of California kitchens, the sinks found in Cali homes are often a reflection of the need for ample room for washing freshly picked produce and making large pots of food for entertaining guests. Sink into space with these large basin picks.

The Towne Single-Basin

An undermount sink, the Towne single-basin 36-inch sink is big enough to handle any prep and any mess. The large, deep basin style of this sink in white stone makes it an appealing pick for the natural style of California kitchens. When paired with one of the above pull-down faucets, it offers a modern but homey touch.

The Loft Double-Basin

Keep fresh fruits and veggies separate from the dishes with the Loft double-basin 32-inch sink. This dual-basin sink provides two deep basins for mealtime prep and cleanup. Add an elevated rack, and the sink also becomes the perfect place to let clean pots and pans air dry.

The Arcticstone Farmhouse

Farmhouse-style sinks continue to be a popular choice in California kitchens. The exposed apron front provides a modern yet rustic appeal. Often, these sinks will be found mounted in a butcher-block countertop for the ultimate farmhouse styling.

The Arcticstone farmhouse white stone solid surface 36-inch double basin is a prime example of how this style of sink can pair perfectly in a California kitchen. The stunning lines of the apron front and bold white style add a touch of freshness to the space.

Islands, Living Walls, and All Things Decor

Drawing the design of a California kitchen together, the following fun elements can step up the style of the space.

Islands for Cooking & Entertaining

Islands are a popular part of the layout for most Cali kitchens. The open, airy feel of the California kitchen layout is pulled into a central focal point through the use of an island. Islands often double as both workspaces and entertainment spaces. Many islands include sinks for meal prep, stove tops for cooking, and built-in cutting boards. At the same time, it is common to see kitchen islands double as seating areas with bar stools lining one side. The island is the perfect place to gather, pop open a bottle of California red, and discuss the evening menu.

Living Walls and Biophilic Joy

Nature is pulled into the home through the use of living walls. In California, it is popular to install shelves of plants in the kitchen. Often, these living walls are stocked with fresh herbs. A sprig of oregano for a Tuscany sauce or a handful of basil leaves for a Caprese salad is within arm's reach.

Simple, Uncluttered Decor

Less is more when it comes to the natural appeal of a California kitchen. Decor tends to be simple, uncluttered, and focused on organic elements. A piece of driftwood turned into art might adorn one wall. A stone vase might become the centerpiece of an island. The goal is to allow space, light, and a positive energy flow unencumbered by excess decorations.

Shop Kingston Brass for the California Kitchen

For the California kitchen in need of a facelift, Kingston Brass carries the perfect fixtures to elevate the design of the room. From rustic farmhouse-style sinks to sleek modern pull-down faucets, the vast selection of quality kitchen products makes it easy to implement new designs into the room. Shop Kingston Brass today and discover a fresh take on the kitchen.

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