Bistro Kitchen

Stylish, chic with a utilitarian charm the relaxed 'bistro' inspired kitchen. Bring the vibrant cafe culture to your own home with delicatessen graphics, utility cookware and no fuss linens.. Colour palette: chalkboard black, cappuccino and latte, stainless steel grey, herb green and milk white. Cook, eat, relax and enjoy! (This is a long post so it may take some time to load!)

Above image: by Frida Ramstedt of the brilliant blog Trendenser showing the House Doctor stand at Formex 2013 showing the gorgeous gourmet goodies of Nicolas Vehe 

Above images: 1.mini tajine in black from the super trendy shop Tierlantijn 2.gorgeous 'Beat' pendant lights 'Fat' and 'Tall' by Tom Dixon 3.suggested colour scheme by The Paper Mulberry (The colour palettes I put together are my suggestions for the general room schemes and don't particularly refer to paint unless specifically stated) 4.Ultra useful Pantry Module 2 by The Salcombe Trading Company 5.Tarragon white wine vinegar by Nicolas Vehe from Tierlantijn 6.Stelton Miller black bread bag from Homebits

Above image: Restaurant and Pizzeria La Cucineria - Rome Italy

Above image: Bottle pepper grinder from Menu by Norm Architects Copenhagen 

 RECIPE: Grilled Asparagus & Feta Salad from the fabulous blog Once Upon a Chef

Above images: 1. wine thermometer from Menu by Norm 2.suggested colour scheme by The Paper Mulberry(The colour palettes I put together are my suggestions for the general room schemes and don't particularly refer to paint unless specifically stated 3.Delicious food photography Trine Thorsen  4.re-useable zip bags by Nicolas Vehe from Tierlantijn  5. Fabulous food photography Trine Thorsen 6.the stunning dining chairs of blogger Pethra Etc 

Above image: Monocle Cafe London report by Superfuture

Above image: heavenly contemporary kitchen, dining space designed by  De Bosbeke

Above images: 1.Interior styling by Femke Pastijn 2.Series 7 chair in matte walnut by Arne Jacobsen from The Conran Shop 3.suggested colour scheme by The Paper Mulberry(The colour palettes I put together are my suggestions for the general room schemes and don't particularly refer to paint unless specifically stated 4.Fritz Hansen showroom designed by Space Copenhagen (gorgeous idea for a kitchen!) 5.the brilliant 'Hang around' spoon designed by KiBiSi manufactured by Muuto from Twenty Twenty One 6. Hand cut gourmet spagetti (great packaging design) by Williams-Sonoma 

Above image: architectural photography by Confinivisi Italy of Greta's bar

Above images: 1. Fabulous photography of Trine Thorsen 2.'Frost' glassware by Stelton at Bungalow 5 3.Bottle pepper grinder from Menu by Norm Architects Copenhagen 4.suggested colour scheme by The Paper Mulberry(The colour palettes I put together are my suggestions for the general room schemes and don't particularly refer to paint unless specifically stated 5.Cote Bastide linen tea towels from Atelier Home & Garden

Above image:pale wood and stone kitchen with a utilitarian industrial feel Marseille from the MK collectie - Middlekoop

Above image: pale blonde wood and grey at the super stylish Wiesergut Design Hotel Austria

Above images:(Every kitchen needs an espresso machine!)styling by Femke Pastijn 2. RECIPE: Grand Marnier Chocolate Volcano Cake from the Holland America Line Culinary Arts Centre 3.Editorial photography Line T. Klein 4.contemporary dining at The Kitchen on Maison Estate South Africa featured by Elle Decoration 5.suggested colour scheme by The Paper Mulberry(The colour palettes I put together are my suggestions for the general room schemes and don't particularly refer to paint unless specifically stated 

Above image:Stunning black kitchen diner by Beatrix Rowe Interior Design (photography Shannon McGrath)

Above images and RECIPE: Coffee & Nutella Macarons by Call Me a Cup Cake

Above images: 1.Cappuccino mugs from Tierlantijn 2.Factory style industrial stool from Tierlantijn 3.suggested colour scheme by The Paper Mulberry(The colour palettes I put together are my suggestions for the general room schemes and don't particularly refer to paint unless specifically stated 4.Fog linen cafe apron from Atelier Home & Garden  5.RECIPE: Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Ice cream by Naturally Ella 6.Huge industrial factory lighting, mixed chairs and rustic dining Menu by Norm Architects Copenhagen  

Above images:Capital Kitchen by Mim Design

Above image: clean contemporary pale wood kitchen by De Bosbeke

Above images: 1.Vintagte Medea chairs by Vittorio Nobili cira 1955 by Vintage Interiors 2.suggested colour scheme by The Paper Mulberry(The colour palettes I put together are my suggestions for the general room schemes and don't particularly refer to paint unless specifically stated 3.wine from the fabulous Maison Estate South Africa 4.Rozzi's bistro design by Mim Design 5.contemporary dining at The Kitchen on Maison Estate South Africa

Above image: Babel restaurant South Africa

For more information on anything shown in the above images and links to tutorials, please click on the names under each photograph to go through to their respective web sites. I create my mood boards/colour palettes with a computer programme called Photoshop by Adobe which is available for both Apple Mac and PC computers.

The colour swatches shown above I create as a suggestion for furnishings, carpets, ornaments, fixtures, fittings and paints. They do not come from manufacturers charts but I am sure that if you want to use them for paint colours that your favourite supplier will be happy to help match them.  

As always, if I have featured your photograph and you would rather I didn't, please do not hesitate to contact me and I will remove it with my sincerest apologies. 

With warmest wishes

 

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Above image: detail of Sims Hilditch interior design for Neptune - gorgeous bespoke kitchens and new home accessories range

Above image: a divine new kitchen design from Sims Hilditch interior design for Neptune

Above images: gorgeous new table linen china and cutlery from the Neptune range

Above images: 1. gorgeous new candle range from Neptune 2.table linen china and cutlery from the new Neptune range 3. paint shade in "Lily" by Neptune 4 from the new lighting range by Neptune

Above image: pretty contemporary coloured enamel kitchen ware from Garden Trading 

Above image: bespoke kitchens and fabulous furniture range from Neptune

Above image: 1.gorgeous pale chalky kitchen by Plain English 2. & 4.table linen and china from the new Neptune accessories range 3.beautiful handcrafted kitchens and furniture from Neptune Colour watches: The Paper Mulberry colour suggestions

Above image: handmade kitchens by Chalon in gorgeous pale chalky shades with slate grey accents try Farrow and Ball "French Grey" number 18 for a similar colour to the door and skirting board

Above image: divine oak framed homes by Border Oak with interior design and styling by Merry Albright The Paper Mulberry note: try "Card Room Green" number 79 from Farrow & Ball for a similar shade to the kitchen island - we have used it on our back door and windows

Above image: planter pots on tray in "Shutter Blue" by Garden Trading

Above image: bespoke kitchens and fabulous furniture range from Neptune

Above image: the gorgeous kitchen and dining room of interior stylist and photographer Helena Bernald of the wonderful blog The Swenglish Home

Above images: 1.lovely new lighting range from Garden Trading in fabulous colours such a "Shutter blue", "Clay" and "Slate" 2.metal trough planter by Garden Trading 3.a set of numbered, French styled, ceramic mixing bowls by Garden Trading Colour swatches: The Paper Mulberry colour suggestions 

Above image: gorgeous contemporary farmhouse in Oxfordshire location for photography and film by locations agency Light locations

Above image: divine bespoke kitchen furniture and china range from Neptune

Above image: the "Chichester" kitchen from Neptune 

Above image: classic jug in "Gooseberry" by Garden Trading

For more information on anything shown in the above images please click on the names under each photograph to go through to their web sites. The colour swatches featured are my suggestions for accent shades and do not relate to specific paints unless otherwise stated, but I'm sure your favourite paint companies would be happy to suggest matches! 

With warmest wishes

 

Rustic White

Rustic white interiors, breezy, relaxed and inviting; combining brocante finds with a contemporary pared-down look. Soft rustic textures with pretty faded florals, washed vintage linens and crisp white cottons. Wood adds warmth, be it natural or painted and rural industrial elements contrast perfectly with the softness of cottage fabrics. The finished look is fresh, practical and very, very comfortable.

Above image: Gorgeous bags and accessories made from vintage fabrics by Ana & Cuca

Above image: Divine home and photography of Lara Sheleheda of Air-kissed

Above image: House to Home online magazine photographer Tom Scott

Above images: 1.Film & photography location the gorgeous Camber Sands Cabin at Beach Studios 2.Vintage kitchen items by Hvitur Lakkris 3.Fabric - "Deckchair Stripe" in Swedish Gray by Peony & Sage 4.& 6.Fabulous French baskets and twine from interior shop Julias Vita Drommar 5.Fabric - "Violet" on oyster linen by Bennison Fabrics

Above image: the divine styling from Susanne's blog Den Gamla Skolan

Above image: Film & photography location the gorgeous Openview Barn at Foster House

Above image: Film & photography location the gorgeous Openview Barn at Foster House

Above image: Stylist Louise Rastall

Above image scanned from book: "Junk Style" by Melanie Molesworth

Above image: divine table linens by Cote Bastide

Above images: 1.& 3.Parcel labels and pretty linens from interior shop Julias Vita Dromma 2.Fabric "Faded Floral" on oyster linen by Bennison Fabrics 4.Photograph "Upsidedown Town" by Sara Cantrell 5.Fabric "Wreath" charcoal by Peony & Sage

Above image:lovely vintage kitchen finds of Hvitur Lakkris 

Above image: gorgeous "Natural Hatley" linen in raspberry by Cabbages & Roses

Above image scanned from book: "Junk Style" by Melanie Molesworth

Above image: Film & photography location the gorgeous Openview Barn at Foster House

Above image: Film & photography location the gorgeous Openview Barn at Foster House

Above image: the gorgeous kitchen of the lovely Kjerstis from the blog Kjerstis Lykke

Above images: 1.Gorgeous wooden chopping boards from shop SLOWFSHIONhouse 2.Pretty "Roses & Ribbons" in sage and pink by Peony & Sage 3.& 4.Divine linen cushions, bags and styling by Ana & Cuca 5.Fabric "Faded Rosebuds" in pink by Annie Sloan

Above image: Film & photography location the gorgeous Openview Barn at Foster House

Above image: Film & photography location the gorgeous Openview Barn at Foster House 

For more information on anything shown in the above images please click on the names under each photograph to go through to their web sites. The colour swatches featured are my suggestions for accent shades and do not relate to specific paints unless otherwise stated, but I'm sure your favourite paint companies would be happy to suggest matches!

With warmest wishes