Georgian Kitchen Style

The Georgian kitchen is symmetrical in design and formal in it's look.

The Georgian style was popular from 1720 to 1840 and is based on a symmetrical design. Looking from the outside of the house the door is centered and has two chimneys, one at each end.

The Georgian style is an evolution from the more ornate Baroque style. With influences from the Grecian and Roman building styles, which ultimately influenced the symmetrical design.

Walls of this style home were adorned with the finest of Chinese wallpapers. With paint of natural hues and pastels popular in the early days and more vibrant colors popular in the later years.

The Details

Formal is the style of this kitchen. With heavy crown mouldings and cabinets that extend to the ceiling.

Woods commonly used are mahogany, cherry, and walnut. Notice that these are darker woods. Cabinets are also painted quite often in lighter colors. Square raised panel doors with a partial or full overlay of the face-frames with the occasional raised panel door used.

The traditional flooring is waxed hardwoods of oak, walnut, or mahogany. Newer flooring finishes of polyurethane are the standard now. Complex wood inlays are a fantastic detail in this style home.

Lighting used are chandeliers and pendants. Highly ornate is name of the game with lighting. Wrought iron is a common material for lighting fixtures.

Countertops of any natural material will be right at home in this kitchen. Granite and marble being the most highly prized. Soapstone is also well placed in this style.

Appliances were not part of the original style, of course. So appliances are best hid behind paneled doors and made to match the rest of the cabinets.

The Georgian style is not as ornate as other styles; but some details are uniquely Georgian such as medallions with insects profiles. Oriental influences are also a popular addition to this style.