Different places across the globe contribute to interior design, color schemes, and furniture construction. There are many cultural influences from large countries or specific ethnic groups that we still use in cabinets and other furniture today. Learning about culture and design can help you create a home with character and be a fun conversation starter. Design elements all start from somewhere and may adopt other cultural influences over time, which is true with cabinet design. Below are some of the influences that you will see most often when creating cabinets for your home.
Intricate Carvings From Egypt
The ancient people of Egypt are often known for their sophistication. With magnificent structures, artful carvings, and gold leaf applications, it is no surprise that we took these influences into home design today. Ornate carvings and motifs are commonly implemented in homes today because of Egyptian influence. Cabinets with intricate carvings, gold accents, or references to sphinxes or lotuses, will match the Egyptian buildings.
Many Egyptian designs were not only done to be decorative though. They had unique meanings and were symbolic of religious beliefs and the Gods. Make sure to learn more about the history of Egyptian design before including it in your kitchen or bathroom cabinets.
Minimal Design Options From Japan
Many interiors in Japan are minimal in design and adopt the ‘less is more’ philosophy. Minimal homes are becoming more popular in today’s modern world because they are easier to maintain and are more timeless than other design options.
Japanese design also has a focus on nature, which allows you to use the natural color of wood, neutral colors, and low beds and seating. Creating a minimal home design can be done with natural cabinets with little additives. Wood cabinets with no hardware or a brushed bronze handle will fit great in a Japanese-style home.
Functional Pieces From Native American Influence
Connecting to the land and using all the resources they had, the Native Americans helped our modern design to be more functional and sustainable. Materials like wood, animal hides, and bone are options to include in your more natural home design.
Cabinets can incorporate these elements by incorporating more natural materials in accessories. If you are incorporating cabinets and shelving in your home design, you can decorate with native pottery, textiles, and artwork.
Scandinavian Light Woods
Most cultural connections bring in more natural elements instead of using metal or synthetic materials. Scandinavian elements are more modern and include lighter colors to help brighten up a space. Including pine or beech wood in your cabinet design is a nod to Scandinavian culture. Sleek lines are also another element to include when customizing your cabinets. Using lighter wood means that you can accent with other bold colors on your countertops, flooring, or hanging decorations.
American Influences
The most popular cabinet style to come out of the 19th and 20th centuries is the shaker-style cabinets. These cabinets are known for their high-quality craftsmanship as well as their simple surfaces. Shaker cabinets can be made out of any wood, but the typical cabinet style is made of cherry or maple. American-style cabinets are focused on functionality and durability.
Symbolism, Patterns, And Iconography
Different cultures all have their own patterns, rituals, symbols, and icons which can often be included in cabinet design. Designers can essentially make artwork on your cabinets that helps add to the aesthetic appeal of your design. There will be more visual focal points when including these intricate details in your cabinets.
Combining Cultural Influence And Functionality
Out Of The Woods offers custom cabinets for homes and businesses. Customizing your cabinets means that you can make design choices that fit your desired aesthetic and budget. Our team would be happy to work with you on creating a cultural design. OOTW focuses on solid wood cabinet options because of their durability, functionality, visual appeal, and color variations.
We are located in Layton, UT, and have a wide selection of cabinet options in our warehouse.
Our team does everything we can to help craft your ideal cabinets that fit your budget and unique needs. Our in-house woodworkers will create all cabinets with an attention to detail and durability. Reach out to us to get started on your project today!
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