9 Ways To Create A Hamptons Kitchen
by Jess Hodges, Interior Design Manager
Recreate the timeless charm of a Hamptons-style kitchen with these 9 key elements.
Dreaming of a Hamptons style kitchen? You’re not alone – this classically elegant kitchen design continues to top the list for Australian decorators who are drawn to its beautiful balance of calm and sophistication. An appealing mix of soft, coastal colours, classic Shaker style cabinetry, and decorative touches, it’s just the thing to turn your cooking space into an inviting hub where family and friends will love spending time.
Here, our expert interior designers reveal the nine key elements you’ll need to bring Hamptons charm to your own kitchen.
1. Coastal tones
While we generally think of white for a Hamptons kitchen, other soft coastal tones work equally well too – think powdery blue, pale sage, eucalyptus, and ash grey. Punches of stronger colour, such as navy and olive, can also add depth and interest to the colour palette for your Hamptons style kitchen too!
Entry as seen in our Astoria Grand Living at Alamora with Hamptons style decor and styling throughout
2. Profiled cabinetry doors
Cabinetry is a focal point in a Hamptons style kitchen. Instead of plain, flat-profiled doors, opt for characterful shaker style cabinetry and V-groove panelled styles with ornate metal hardware that bring visual interest to your cooking space.
Hamptons kitchen in our Astoria Grand Living at Alamora, Tarneit.
To help you create this luxe look without breaking the budget, you can upgrade your new Carlisle kitchen with Laminex FormWrap doors in one of four stunning Hamptons profiles – Settler profile (classic Shaker), Newport profile (V-groove), and one and two-pane glazed (clear glass) pane profiles, which cleverly allow you to incorporate sections of a closed display while maximising light. Choose from three warm, coastal colours of Oyster Grey, Pewter and Surf (a creamy white).
With soft, smooth lines and a profiled finish that is applied to both the door face and edging, Laminex FormWrap doors bring undeniable luxury to your kitchen – and all at an affordable price. They are hard-wearing, easy to clean and will look great for years.
To get the look, choose stone kitchen bench tops and opt for light-washed timber floorboards in a herringbone or chevron. Featured here: Sorrento Grand Retreat, Berwick Waters, Clyde North.
3. Stone bench tops
Opulent stone-look benchtops and island bench complete the luxury aesthetic. Evoke the look of classic grey and white marble in a luxurious and low-maintenance material by upgrading your bench tops to Caesarstone Empira White. Or, if you prefer a warmer stone look, consider Caesarstone Statuario Maximus, which features soft grey veins against a greige base.
4. An open layout
An open-plan design layout instantly sets a relaxed and welcoming tone and makes your kitchen feel bigger. Boost the sense of openness further with strategically placed mirrors and large windows that draw the outside in.
Add a few bar stools at the kitchen island in natural materials such as raw or painted timber or woven rattan to encourage people to pull up a seat for a casual meal or a drink while you’re cooking.
Come and view our beautiful Hamptons kitchen design at our Spectra Showroom, located in Mulgrave, just outside of Melbourne.
5. Timber flooring
Emphasise the casual, coastal feel of your Hamptons kitchen with wide engineered timber floorboards or patterned timber flooring, such as herringbone or chevron. For a budget-friendly alternative, consider timber-look laminate flooring, which can still deliver that stunning space feel.
6. A butler’s sink
With its oversized proportions, a large farmhouse-style sink is quintessentially Hamptons and makes it easy to wash large dishes when you’re entertaining (which you’ll presumably do a lot of in your Hamptons kitchen!) Upgrade your kitchen from a standard sink to our beautiful butler’s sink: the Casa White Ceramic Sink from Paco Jaanson.
Featured here: Sorrento Grand Retreat, Berwick Waters, Clyde North.
7. Classic tapware & hardware
Make detailing a feature with classic tapware such as a decorative gooseneck tap in brushed chrome or nickel, paired with fluted pull knobs, decorative handles and cup pulls in aged iron, antique brass, or matt black. These touches add an extra layer of elegance to your Hamptons style kitchen.
8. Character lighting
Illuminate your Hamptons style kitchen with beautiful statement lighting over the island bench, such as oversized lantern-style pendants, metal dome-shaped pendants or linen-covered drum shades (just watch the splashes!) - all perfectly suited to hamptons kitchens. Be sure to select lighting options that complements the overall hamptons homes feel and ones that suit your personal taste.
9. Decorative touches
A few finishing touches will truly elevate your Hamptons style kitchen. Think crisp linen tea towels, a potted orchid, a display of beautiful, handcrafted ceramics, gorgeous hand soaps and stylish decorative touches such as a generously filled fruit bowl. These elements bring warmth and personality to your hamptons style home, making it a space you’ll love to spend time in.
Explore our beautiful Hamptons style kitchens featured in one of our stunning display homes below. Featured here: Astoria Grand Living, Alamora Estate, Tarneit.
See it for yourself
Keen to experience beautifully decorated Hamptons style kitchens in person? Pop into one of the following display homes for all the Hamptons inspiration you need:
- Astoria Grand Living 50 at Alamora Estate, Tarneit
- Canterbury Grand 45 at Minta Estate, Berwick
- Sorrento Grand Retreat 47 at Berwick Waters Estate, Clyde North
- Sorrento Grand 43 at Redstone Estate, Sunbury
Make time to come and see one of the above display homes today or explore them online using our 360 degree virtual tours. You’ll find all the details, including where to find us, here.
You can also draw inspiration from our range of interior styles including the coveted Hamptons style on our website. Save your favourite Hamptons style kitchens to your user profile so you can review it any time you like!
Jess Hodges
Interior Design Manager
Jess' eye for design and versatile skill set have led to multiple industry award wins for Carlisle Homes, showcasing her ability to deliver high quality and tailored interior solutions.
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