The kitchen is the heart of the home, where many people spend time during the day and even the place where they like to gather guests when they have a party. Why not make it the most beautiful and relaxing space for working, cooking and eating?
One of the quickest ways to achieve this is through boho style. Boho kitchens are a mix of various elements that are easy to implement, and unlike other design styles, you don’t have to go through a major or complicated remodel to get the look.
In fact, one of the best things about a bohemian kitchen is that the look can be achieved on a budget and can be applied to homes and rental properties of all sizes.
Bohemian style is often associated with free-spirited and artistic people, and bohemian kitchens naturally give off a distant and relaxed vibe, which in my unscientific opinion means they can inspire creativity.
Many different types of details can accompany the bohemian look, but there are some specific elements that immediately catch the eye in this style. Among them are plants, which are a must if you want a bohemian style.
Buy patterns (especially tiles and wallpaper) and textured also play an important part in a bohemian kitchen, as do colors. For inspiration on how to incorporate these and other elements.
Why are we still in love with boho? The bold colors, the mix of patterns and the combination of fabrics that make up the look are unique, especially when contrasted with the all-white kitchens that are also winning our hearts.
LEARN THE BASICS OF A BOHEMIAN STYLE KITCHEN:
Bohemian colors include burnt orange, mustard yellow, pink and deep indigo. Add a mix of raw wood patterns and textures, soft leather, woven fabrics and greens, and you have the bohemian basics, but you can change them to suit your personal style.
If you want a modern bohemian kitchen, choose warm colors from the same color family and keep the lines clean rather than opting for the fabrics and textures characteristic of the bohemian look.
If you want a traditional bohemian look, incorporate colors and textures and then get some eye-catching pieces that replicate the scribbled details often seen in the bohemian style.
Create a bohemian-style kitchen that’s easy to change…
• Choose a table runner with an ikat pattern for the kitchen floor.
• Showcase a collection of bowls and plates in bright colors and cheerful patterns
• Discovery space for lots of plants (the greener the better)
• Grab a few woven or worn leather stools
• Add macramé wall hangings
If you’re ready to go boho but aren’t quite ready for a full kitchen renovation…
• Swap your existing backsplash for patterned tiles.
• Add Moroccan-inspired pendant lighting.
• Use kitchen hardware in warm, mixed metals, like brass or rose gold
• Choose a shade that goes with the boho look (burnt orange, mustard yellow, pink or deep indigo)
When you’re ready to create the bohemian kitchen of your dreams…
First, decide what level of bohemian you want: homely, bold or wild? We have options for everyone.
Bohemian & Tame Kitchen
• Cabinets: Antique white cabinets in a single-door style.
• Worktop: Rustic distressed wood
• Lighting: Woven round pendant lights
• Décor: Ikat plank in warm tones
• Barstools: White woven bar stools
THE CAP WORKS WELL WITH THE BOHEMIAN STYLE
The above items like plants, prints, and colors look great together, especially in bulk. In the kitchen, you can combine a backsplash style, a few pops of color and tons of plants to create a gorgeous bohemian look. And most impressive, everything is done in such a way that you can rent it!
OPT FOR WALLPAPER WITH A BOTANICAL THEME
Botanical prints and other patterns are taken from nature are perfect for a boho-style kitchen. In fact, you can keep the rest of your kitchen decor pretty minimalist if you go overboard with the print.
YOU CAN ADD A PRINT WITH BOHO-STYLE KITCHEN CURTAINS
In a bohemian-style kitchen, natural prints – including leaves, flowers and other plants and animals – are what really add to the bohemian feel, especially when incorporated into the curtains.
The kitchen in the Californian home features two different curtain styles, proving that with the right print, you can achieve a bohemian look no matter what type of window you want to cover.
CONSIDER ABSTRACT OR BOTANICAL WALLPAPER
If you’re interested in exploring the power of pattern in a bohemian-style kitchen, consider taking the plunge into craft wallpapering the kitchen.
The kitchen in this small Los Angeles home already had a distinct boho feel thanks to its bright color palette, soft textiles, plants and art. But the wall mural, with its fun amorphous shapes, takes the bohemian vibe to the next level.
DEFINING PATTERNS ON KITCHEN FLOORS
Like wallpaper, Ornate flooring in the kitchen can contribute to the bohemian look by covering a large area with patterns. The kitchen in Brooklyn home is a perfect example of this effect.
CHOOSE JEWEL TONES FOR AN INSTANT BOHO EFFECT
Bright hues are a natural addition to a boho space and are even more striking when used in a kitchen, As well as the bold color, the kitchen also has a great boho look thanks to other elements such as wooden worktops, a beautiful collection of colorful dishes and gorgeous hanging art.
CHOOSE YELLOW COLOURS TO MAKE YOUR KITCHEN CHEERFUL AND BOHEMIAN IN STYLE
Although I tend to go for jewel tones when it comes to decorating a bohemian kitchen, you can also go in a different color direction: Golden yellow. From royal gold to golden yellow to sunny yellow, this is a strong style that screams “bohemian” but also gives a cheerful look to the kitchen.
IF IN DOUBT, ADD MORE PLANTS
The great thing about using plants to give your kitchen a bohemian look is that you don’t have to overdo it with other elements.
The kitchen in this California home is a perfect example of this. Without plants, it’s a fairly minimal, clean and functional space. But the addition of some very leafy, very vine-like plants around the room makes it instantly boho.
CHOOSE FROM ALL THE NATURAL COLOURS AND TEXTURES AVAILABLE
Don’t let yourself be told that the only colors and textures of nature to use are green plants. Straw, wood tones, burlap, macramé and even things like beans and seeds can add a natural touch to space.
Keyword: bohemian, kitchen, botanical theme
