How to Decorate a Bungalow Kitchen

Select your wall color. The original colors would have been rich yellows, reds, green or ochres. These colors can darken a room. You can paint the walls a lighter shade of any of these colors if you prefer. Avoid wallpaper and borders, which would make the kitchen feel smaller and cluttered and the ceilings appear lower.

Decide if you prefer natural wood or a painted finish on your cabinets. A natural finish should be a medium warm tone. For a painted finish, use a warm white. Install knobs and pulls that have an oiled-bronze finish with simple lines. These finishes are closest to what the original decor would have featured.

Install granite or cement countertops. Coordinate the color with your walls. Consider a honed finish if you choose granite. The artisans during the Arts and Crafts era used natural materials with a matte finish for a subtle look.

Choose natural hardwood or ceramic tiles for the flooring. A wooden floor should be a medium tone. Ceramic tiles can be used with this style home. Tile color should be light with a natural light finish. Use large squares to make the room look larger. Avoid small details in the tile work, because it will look small and busy.

Accessorize your kitchen with hand-crafted and vintage items. Display hand-thrown pottery on shelves and countertops. Use willow baskets for storage. Hang vintage prints of dogs or pastoral scenes on the walls. Suspend copper pots with a patina finish from the ceiling.