Country Living New Country Kitchens Book

Welcome to the country kitchens. The true heart of the home, this friendly haven has long been the traditional setting for hearty meals, good conversation, and fireside gatherings. Yet today's kitchen must also meet new needs. Here, families are likely to be found watching television, entertaining guests, or even doing homework. In short, the kitchen has never has to work harder. With this in mind, the editors at Country Living are pleased to present New Country Kitchens. Illustrated with more than 250 color photographs, this comprehensive volume is filled with dozens of fresh and practical decorating ideas to help you create a great kitchen in the warm hospitable spirit that is the very essence of country.

To inspire you, Chapter One invites you on a tour of some of our favorite kitchens, keeping rooms, and dining rooms chosen from farmhouses, suburban homes, and even city apartments throughout America. Their striking diversity illustrates the remarkable range of looks made possible by the flexible, personal approach to decorating that distinguishes country style.

The second chapter offers an in-depth look at some of the "best" country kitchens Country Living has ever profiled. Chapter Three explores the basic design elements that form the foundation of any well-planned kitchen, including cabinets, storage, work surfaces, flooring, and appliances. Here you will also find advice on how to choose among the many available options while considering your own needs, budget, and individual interests.

Finally, no book on the country kitchen would be complete a chapter devoted to collectibles. This section offers historical background, collecting tips, and display ideas for all the country classics, from simple woodenware to decorated pottery.

As Country Living New Country Kitchens so clearly shows, a great country kitchen is both a practical workspace and a comfortable gathering place for family and friends -- and above all, a showcase for personal style.