Storage space is an integral part of French kitchen design. From shelving to cupboards to pot racks, methods of practical storage and decorative practice are one in the same.
Freestanding Furniture
Tables, pie safes, jelly cupboards, and bakers’ racks are all seen in classic French kitchens. Freestanding furniture was incorporated into kitchen design long before wall-mounted cabinets and counters came along. Kitchen furniture adds charm to a room as it provides a functional place to display collectibles.
Open Storage
Open shelving and hanging pot racks provide an out of the way place to showcase both useful and decorative items. Get creative and use an empty bulkhead or bare mantle to display dishware, flowers, and herbs. For flair, a magnetic strip hung near the oven can hold antique and modern cooking utensils.
Quaint Touches
Above all, French kitchens are known for having a charming air. A pie safe filled with antique glassware, a beautiful flower arrangement on a sturdy wooden table, and bunches of dried lavender placed on a windowsill are all examples of how practical storage spaces can be made beautiful.
