
This Mediterranean kitchen also takes inspiration from traditional country style kitchens, as demonstrated by its use of vertical wood planks for the kitchen cabinets, and painting them in an off-white color. Mediterranean kitchen with white cabinets Skylights help illuminate the kitchen, white the quatrefoil mosaic tiles add a more traditional pattern, using lighter, more contemporary colors to keep the space looking bright and fresh. Dark walnut floors and white walls serves as the background for the solid Mahogany kitchen cabinets, topped with smooth white granite with a simple nosing profile, creating a clean, seamless lines. This kitchen combines this style with a more modern design to achieve an inviting and beautiful space. Mediterranean kitchens are well known for their elegant curves and designs of clean straight edges. Mediterranean kitchen with white counters Unlike the rest of the kitchen, though, the center-most kitchen island uses antiqued green finish on its base, making it unique. The combination of the ceiling and flooring are a bit dark, so to balance it, the walls were simply painted white, and the kitchen cabinets were mostly finished in a creamy white color and topped with gray soapstone. This kitchen’s vaulted ceiling in antiqued brick finish definitely takes us back in time and gives this kitchen an old-world vibe, especially combined with the antique mahogany flooring. Cookware or cutlery must project visual enticement to the design by pairing them properly with the overall theme. Many small and large appliances are already available in different colors which can be matched properly with the Mediterranean design. The Mediterranean kitchen builds a relaxing theme even when it comes to the decor and other accessories.

Homeowners who wish to paint their furniture will make sure to use Mediterranean colors so that the space will appear brighter and more vibrant. With regards to furniture such as chairs, tables, or stools, quality hardwood is utilized for its construction with the design of natural or unfinished state. Mosaics can also be used to feature the culture of the Mediterranean and include custom handcrafted tile work. The natural beauty of the cabinets is maintained by means of staining and painting. Cabinets installed are made from high quality woods with rustic finish. Floors use mostly hardwoods or engineered hardwoods which are lighter in shade. The materials used for a Mediterranean style kitchen design are often made from natural resources or even contemporary synthetics which are naturally looking. For additional touch of Mediterranean essence, colors like the red, yellow, and green are used in smaller elements such as the curtains, rugs, glassware, and storage containers. The color of the walls, floors, and countertops are often presented in colors of tan and beige. This kitchen style commonly uses blues and greens reflecting the Mediterranean water colors for walls, accents, and bigger elements including kitchen islands and cabinets. With lively colors used for accents, high end finishes, and dramatic old world elegance, Mediterranean kitchens provide a sense of luxury and beauty. Mediterranean kitchen design is very appealing to homeowners who have specific preferences of styles with added brightness and relaxing atmosphere.

Adding a luxurious touch to this design is the solid marble top with a detailed nosing profile, and the matching marble backsplash. Rich wood details was used on the floors, the ceiling’s beams & trusses, as well as the kitchen cabinets themselves. In the picture above a very spacious Mediterranean kitchen uses solid Mahogany woods almost throughout the entire layout.

With dramatic open spaces, gorgeous textured walls, exposed beams, intricate custom tile work and clean lines with elegant arches these kitchens look visually stunning and impressive. These luxury Mediterranean kitchens feature designs inspired by architecture originating from countries around the Mediterranean Sea such as Italy, Spain and Greece.
