Creamy Paint Colors: Cotswold deVOL Bespoke UK Kitchen

Let’s tour a beyond dreamy bespoke UK kitchen in the English countryside (Cotswold, England) with magnificent architecture, natural materials and timeless design. It’s truly a study in sophistication, superior craftsmanship from deVOL, and elegant simplicity as imagined by designer Susie Atkins. While the architectural elements and high end luxurious finishes may be out of reach, maybe the soothing color story IS!

deVOL Bespoke UK Kitchen

Bespoke Kitchen Design: deVOL Kitchens. Project: Cotswold Barn. Interior Design: Susie Atkinson Design.

While we have considered a host of design styles over the past 14 years on Hello Lovely (for seasons we were obsessed with Scandinavian white purity and then Belgian modern simplicity, etc.), the blog’s mother tongue is TIMELESS, TRANQUIL, and NATURAL design elements.

It’s a language deVOL speaks fluently! Get a feel for their big love of kitchens:

Ingredients You’ll Find in This deVOL Bespoke Kitchen

• Crittall Windows & Doors
• Classic English Drawer Cupboards
• AGA Range
• Concrete Flooring
• Arabescato Corchia Marble
• Side by Side Farm Sinks
• Brick and Stone Wall
• Pot Filler
• White painted wood ceiling
• Unlaquered Brass Bridge Faucets
• Dual Dishwashers
• Concrete Flooring
• Brass Classic Hardware Pulls
• Sub Zero Refrigeration
• Copper Pots
• Brass Wing Arm Lighting
• Full Height Pantry Cupboards
• Aged Brass Hanging Rails
• Open Wood Shelving with Shaker Pegs
• Secondary Bar Sink

Ideas for Texture, Warmth, Character

An English country kitchen often showcases natural materials like wood and stone. Wooden beams on the ceiling add character, while stone or brick flooring provides a rustic foundation.

Wall Paint Color

Some time consuming investigative design work reveals the wall paint color in this glorious space as: PAINT & PAPER LIBRARY Leather V.

If you have limited access to this paint brand, here’s a a similar option:

Ceiling Paint Color

While this is simply a guess, it’s an educated one:

It’s always a good idea to sample a few different similar colors, so here’s another contender for the ceiling:

But what about the color of the cabinets? Keep reading!

Bespoke English Country Kitchen’s Mix of Metals

Copper or brass cookware and utensils are often seen hanging from racks or hooks, creating a charming visual display while also being easily accessible.

Showstopping Arabescato Corchia Marble for Island and Backsplash

Natural stone countertops like granite or marble are commonly used in an English country kitchen. These materials add an elegant and timeless appeal to the space. Alternatively, wooden countertops, especially butcher block, can also be found, adding warmth and a rustic feel.

The Arabescato was continued on the range wall for a backsplash as well as a 4″ backsplash above counter. English country traditional tile backsplashes are often in muted colors like white, cream, or earth tones complements the overall aesthetic. Classic subway tiles, mosaic patterns, or handmade ceramic tiles with intricate designs are popular choices.

Arabescato Corchia Overview

Arabescato Corchia is a heavily brecciated polished Italian marble quarried in Stazzema, Provincia di Lucca, and Toscana with ivory clasts floating in a grey-brown background. Breccias are a naturally occurring type of sedimentary rock that occur when pre-existing rocks or minerals break up and reform, cementing together into an entirely new material.

You may also come across sources for Arabescato carrara marble such as a mosaic like this:

Appliances in this Bespoke Kitchen AGA Range Cooker

While at first blush, an AGA like this one in this magnificent deVOL kitchen may appear to have six ovens, an AGA range cooker offers just five ovens as well as a control panel.

Insulated covers and hot plates are located on top of the range, while the ovens below are for simmering, baking, and roasting. For a brilliant lesson in how a wondrous AGA works magic, treat yourself to this engaging education:

The expense of a five oven AGA for your kitchen may give you pause since it will cost you around $30k! What to do if the budget is less bougie and closer to 30 bucks?

Hahahaha! I think a mini AGA makes the perfect gift for English Country design fans!

This Cotswold Barn Kitchen in Progress

A prominent feature in an English country kitchen is a large farmhouse sink. These deep, wide sinks are usually made of porcelain or fireclay and provide a vintage and practical touch.

While fabrics often play a significant role to bring softness and romance to an English country kitchen, it doesn’t play a role in this more modern interpretation. Floral or gingham-patterned curtains, vintage-inspired tablecloths, and cozy seat cushions can smartly add color, pattern, and a touch of nostalgia.

Kitchen Faucets: Aged Brass

Open shelves are a hallmark of an English country kitchen. Displaying beautiful crockery, antique dishes, and colorful pottery on open shelves adds a touch of nostalgia and a personal, lived-in feel.

Shaker Style Bespoke Kitchen Cabinetry

The cabinetry in an English country kitchen typically features solid wood construction. Traditional Shaker-style cabinets with paneling or raised panels are popular choices. They are often finished with soft, muted paint colors such as cream, sage green, or pale blue, creating a light and airy feel.

The color on these cabinets seems close to the wall color mentioned earlier. It could be a custom color from deVOL, and it reminds me of Farrow & Ball’s Old White:

Here’s a slightly less yellow possibility if you’re considering putty/stone/mushroom tones for your own kitchen:

Bar Sink Station With Open Shelving

English country kitchens are often adorned with charming decorative accents that can be pulled into service such as china, kitchen tools, baskets of fresh produce, and potted herbs. These accents can be displayed on shelves to bring function, life and personality to the space.

Copper Pots Hang from a Rail

Why is copper cookware pricey and timeless? It allows for precise temperature control, especially when combined with other materials like stainless steel or tin linings. The ability to adjust the heat with precision is crucial for tasks like caramelization or preparing delicate sauces.

Then there’s the aesthetic appeal of copper. Copper pots and pans are known for their beautiful, classic appearance. The warm, reddish-brown hue of copper adds elegance and visual appeal to any kitchen.

Natural Woven Pendant Lighting

Adequate lighting is essential in an English country kitchen. Pendant lights with glass or metal shades, wrought-iron chandeliers, or vintage-inspired fixtures are commonly used. Soft, warm lighting enhances the cozy ambiance.

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Ideas in the Same Spirit for Getting the Look

See my favorite European Country style kitchen picks HERE on Amazon!

More Ideas to Capture English Country Allure

If you love the idea of adding brass swing arm wall sconces to your own space, find OPTIONS HERE.

If the beauty of the rush seat custom dining chairs or the made in France table seen in this kitchen tour have stolen your heart, get more info from designer Susie Atkinson.

A wonderful way to add natural texture and warmth to any country kitchen is with rustic, woven baskets, and THESE LOVELIES may be just the ticket. Do visit Vivi et Margot for amazing baskets and French homewares (her amazing French farmhouse is HERE!).

Step Inside deVOL’s Cotes Mill Showroom!

Inspiring deVOL Kitchens to Explore

If you must see a bit more from deVOL – see THIS.

Peace to you right where you are.

-michele

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