Kitchen photo courtesy of Material Girls Design Blog
The kitchen can be the most expensive room in a home to remodel. Some DIY-ers tackle theirs by painting cabinets and updating hardware. Others choose to grab a sledgehammer and start swinging. Whatever your choice may be, you might be able to get a similar look to today’s Get This Look photo.
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At the start of the roaring twenties a new era of design ushered in a radical type of style, the Art Deco Movement used sleek simplified forms throughout its architecture and lighting. This popular movement came to an end in the 1950’s, where the Atomic Age began. Gone were the smooth aircraft inspired shapes that drove the Art Deco Movement; replacing them were raw industrial elements such as rivets, guards, and heavy-duty cast aluminum casings. This industrial style became popular around docks and fall out shelters due to their rugged, durable appearance. The rustic charm of the Industrial Age resurfaces in this recent incarnation of styling from the mid 20th century. Coupled with a timeless appearance, the Wall Mount WCGU Sconce combines function and style to create a truly versatile light. Utilizing a twin glass setup and matching wire guards, the Wall Mount WCGU Sconce provides ample light through a choice of two jelly jar glasses that can be customized with your choice of 8 glass options. Adding to the look of this light, several finishes are available to transform this light into a fitting piece of nostalgic history that matches your home or office. Not limited to industrial settings; this sconce gives a unique retro look to any bedroom, bathroom, or hallway with one flip of the switch.
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In its heyday, the Atomic Age saw the use of streamlined designs and raw metals used to create a clean look that gave way to what we now recognize as the modern movement. This movement took place in the 1950’s and 1960’s, which was deeply influenced by sleek aircraft designs that emerged from WWII. Ironically the traditional farmhouse of the early 20th century was eclipsed by this Modern movement and other subsequent styles, replacing the ornate Victorian details with more economical ranch and contemporary styles. With a love for nostalgia, this customer project features a unique complimentary combination of Victorian and Atomic influences in this budget-defying kitchen. Using elements found in their shop, the owner of White Flower Farmhouse created a warm and inviting country kitchen from many refinished items and reclaimed materials. The traditional Victorian influence becomes apparent with just a glance at this phenomenal kitchen. Defined by classic cabinets, bead board walls, white appliances, and a series of stacked display shelves, this kitchen fits the much-desired look of a traditional farmhouse. Punctuating this room is the use of a converted counter display table from a hardware store that has been turned into a center island with room for storage and plenty of character thanks to the use of a galvanized steel counter top. Almost immediately your eyes are drawn to the deep brown of the oak hardwood floors, which is a pleasing contrast to the lightly colored cabinets aligning the floors and walls. This contrast from deep rich color to a creamy neutral pallet allows for a soothing transition, naturally drawing the eye up past the bead board to the ceiling where reminders of the Atomic Age shine down upon this cooking space. Aligning the ceiling is the use of 5 Farm & Barn All Weather Warehouse Glass & Guard Lights, which offer a refreshing take on this classic design. The addition of these Atomic Era lights merge the mixed elements of this kitchen, recapturing the essence of the 40’s and 50’s that saw these two styles collide.
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