European Kitchen Designs Offer Traditional Styling with a Contemporary Flair

While European kitchen designs offer basic traditional elements - roomy wooden cabinets, ample counter space, and clean, simple lines - they also include more contemporary touches that aren't seen in older yet-to-be-remodeled homes. Kitchen islands, for example, give cooks and families space to spread out, making cooking a family affair. Seating is often available - in counter-height stool form - alongside the islands in European kitchens, giving you extra seating or just a place for the kids to do their homework while you're cooking dinner.

And don't forget the accessories and design details available in European kitchen designs: stainless steel appliances, matte countertops, under-cabinet microwaves, and above-cabinet storage - all framed underfoot by large travertine tiles, bamboo or laminate flooring, and even slate or cork floors.

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