Kitchen
2. A Shaker-style kitchenSpacious, breezy and cosy Shaker-style kitchens are a feature of classic Hamptons homes, and their simple, functional look works brilliantly in Australian homes too. The look is simple and fuss-free, with doors and drawer fronts that have a panelled profile and often a slightly bevelled edge. White is the perfect colour choice for a Hamptons kitchen, maximsing the sense of light and space. Bear in mind when you’re selecting a white that it will look different in your kitchen to how it does in store, as it will be affected by the surrounding colours. My advice is to take colour samples home and place them next to the fixtures and finishes they’ll sit beside in your kitchen, so you see what colours and tones the white will throw. Stickybeak of the Week: A Single-Storey Bungalow Raises the Roof
7. Lashings of lightMaximising natural light is a no-brainer – it’s an easy way to lift the look and feel of any interior. What makes it particular to Hamptons style is that every decorative decision is geared around taking advantage of a room’s light and views.Read more decorating stories
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