How do I make my modern kitchen look Tuscan? If a woman from Tuscany lived in my house, what would she change and what would she add?
Most modern kitchens have a strong, “hard” appearance. We want to soften some lines—in a Tuscan kitchen, everything has an old-world look. Add a special piece (e.g. buffet and hutch) that has an aged look. Keep adding more items, e.g. picture frames, a stone (marble, granite, quartz) countertop, “antique-looking” faucets and hardware…. Add face molding to your existing cabinets and some texture to the walls. Paint will do wonders. At some point, you’ll experience a decided Tuscan style to the room. I’m looking for Tuscan Style on a budget! I’d like some inexpensive decorating ideas. Don’t we all! The most bang for your buck is always paint. And if you can paint it yourself, it’s a real bargain. As well, adding some fabric to the room adds a Tuscan feel. It sometimes doesn’t take much to create Tuscan decor. Think wrought iron—tables, wall features. Consider some decorative hardware (door hinges and pulls, drapery hardware, even door handles can Tuscanize a room). Add some large potted
