11 Elements of Romantic Kitchen Design by DOCA

The bedroom gets all the attention when discussing romantic rooms in the home. However, the way to someone’s heart is often through their stomach. So, creating a romantic kitchen is a natural decision when designing a new kitchen. With DOCA custom kitchens, you can create the perfect romantic kitchen that suits your taste and home design. From floor to ceiling, expert designers assist homeowners in creating a kitchen that blends romantic design elements with modern functionality. Look for these eleven elements in a romantic kitchen designed by DOCA.

1. Ornamental Approach

Romantic kitchens embrace form and function. Attention is given to the small details and design of the kitchen’s elements. Soft curves and feminine elements create a kitchen that feels welcoming and comfortable. A DOCA kitchen embraces romantic design by using these small details to create an elegant space. Because you are designing your custom kitchen, you can add as many or as few details as you like. For example, the cabinets could have intricate carved detailing on the fronts. The handles and pulls could have ornate designs. To give them a custom look, decorative molding could be added around the cabinets' front, side, and bottom. The range hood will have a matching box built around it for a cohesive look that hides the industrial look hoods tend to have.

2. Open Shelving

Open shelving is a common feature of romantic kitchens. Farmhouse and country kitchen designs commonly have open shelving. While they are a staple in these designs, they are present but less prominent in romantic kitchens. The trick to successfully using them in a romantic kitchen is to limit their use and balance them with traditional cabinets. A DOCA custom kitchen can do this. A designer will work with the homeowner to create a kitchen that uses traditional cabinets with accent open shelving. Because the kitchen design is custom, the open shelving can be anywhere. It could be a single long open shelf above the wall cabinets. Or it could be one or two open shelves above the cooktop. Perhaps there is an open wall that would be the perfect place for a shelf or two. Your expert designer will advise you on shelf placement and size.

3. Soft or Muted Colors

Choosing the right color palate is critical to creating a romantic atmosphere in your kitchen. Bright colors or a black and white design are not ideal. Instead, choose soft or muted colors. For your custom DOCA kitchen, you can select any color palette that appeals to your sense of taste. Soft and muted colors are ideal because they add a touch of color without being overly pigmented and intense. Soft does not mean pastel, though. Sage, peach, salmon, dusty rose, and taupe are good options for colors. Grey, yellow, purple, and orange are not common in romantic kitchens. As you can see, romantic doesn’t have to be all shades of pink and red.

4. Off White Over Pure White

In addition to soft colors, off-white is commonly used. A bright, crisp, pure white will feel too sterile and cold for a romantic kitchen. Instead, off-white adds the look of white but has a warmth to it. Focus on the undertones of the white. Look for one that has a pink, peach, or yellow undertone. These add subtle warmth. This helps the kitchen have a romantic feel. The kitchen could be all white, or the white could be used in conjunction with one or more colors. A typical design choice for DOCA custom kitchens is white cabinets. Regarding kitchen trends, white cabinets never go out of style. So choosing them for a custom kitchen is an intelligent choice. White countertops are also popular because the neutral color allows for more freedom with decor.

5. Use of Textures

Using multiple textures in your home design creates coziness in the space. Using them in your DOCA custom kitchen design helps in creating a romantic feel to your kitchen. The first step in adding textures to your custom kitchen is with the building materials. This could be a brick accent wall or the use of wood for the opening shelving or countertops. Reclaimed stone tiles could make the perfect backsplash over the cooktop. Instead of using a smooth tile for the flooring, you could use a naturally textured stone. The next step when designing your DOCA custom kitchen is to add textiles. Fabrics that have a visual texture or create visual warmth are perfect for a romantic kitchen. Use these textiles for the cushions of the barstools at the kitchen island or the seating at a breakfast table or nook. You can also use fabric for the shades on the light fixtures. This softens the light while adding a romantic feel to the space.

6. Artful Display Places

Romantic kitchens are about more than just being a functional cooking space. They make room for additional uses, such as displaying artwork or collections. For example, an empty wall could give the homeowner a space to hang artwork on the wall. There could be a niche or open shelving that is perfect for displaying figurines, statues, or a prized collectible collection. There could be an open niche that is the ideal space for a large potted plant or an oversized vase with fresh flowers. A DOCA custom kitchen is more than just a kitchen. It is a homeowner’s opportunity to create a customized space. When creating their new romantic kitchen, they can choose to have a display space or add niche shelving spaces. With the homeowner’s interests and taste in mind, the finished kitchen is a romantic space with room for decor display.

7. Soft Lighting Options

A romantic space is synonymous with warm, soft lighting. However, this type of lighting isn’t ideal for a functional kitchen. DOCA custom kitchens have the perfect solution for this conflict. Multiple lighting sources give homeowners the ability to have bright light when they need it and romantic lighting when they want it. For example, two options for ambient lighting can be a perfect solution. Flush bright white lighting in the ceiling is functional ambient lighting. A large chandelier hanging from the ceiling adds to the romantic aesthetic and can create soft lighting. Dimmer switches are also a smart addition. Then homeowners can customize the amount of light at any given moment.

8. Vintage Inspired Appliances

Today’s kitchen appliance manufacturers make a broad range of products to suit every homeowner’s taste and style. A fast-growing trend is vintage-inspired modern appliances. These appliances have the modern technology you need while being wrapped up in the vintage design aesthetic you love. The result is a new appliance that looks old but functions like any other modern appliance. These appliances are perfect for a custom DOCA kitchen. Their aesthetic design compliments the romantic design aesthetic.

9. Small Cozy Spaces

Romantic spaces tend to feel cozy and intimate. However, this directly contradicts modern home design trends that embrace open concept floor plans. Thankfully, DOCA custom kitchens can create the perfect balance between romantic and intimate spaces with modern home design trends. For example, a breakfast nook with wrap-around bench seating creates an intimate space. Break up an oversized and open kitchen with large kitchen islands. They make the space feel more intimate without breaking up the sightline. The kitchen transforms into multiple smaller zones that feel more comfortable and intimate.

10. Classic Kitchen Elements

Classic French country and Italian kitchens have a relaxed elegance to them. They ooze romantic style without being pretentious. They have a romantic and intimate feel to them as they were traditionally present in country cottages and farmhouses. A DOCA custom kitchen can incorporate elements from either or both of these kitchen styles. Without committing to either style entirely, you evoke the essence without commitment. Choosing to only add a few elements from these styles allows you the option of having a romantic and modern kitchen. For example, the French country style blends high-end luxurious elements with rustic farmhouse elements. A DOCA custom kitchen can use this as inspiration for your kitchen.

11. Warm Metal Accents

When choosing the fixtures for a romantic DOCA custom kitchen, warm metals are the preferred option. Copper, bronze, gold, and rose gold are all warm metals that complement the soft and romantic aesthetic. These metals also naturally complement the soft and muted color schemes that we discussed earlier. They can be used for the plumbing and light fixtures, but also for the cabinet hardware and furniture frames.

Design Your Romantic DOCA Custom Kitchen

If you’ve always dreamed of having the perfect romantic custom kitchen, then DOCA custom kitchens are the perfect solution. The timeless aesthetics combine traditional kitchen design elements with modern technology for a romantic and functional kitchen. Our expert team of designers can guide you through the process to help you create the perfect romantic kitchen.

11 Elements of Romantic Kitchen Design by DOCA