Back in the 1950’s the English Rose kitchen was a ‘must have’, with households around the country craving this new, post-war, American inspired design.
Fast forward to today and we are still big on the 1950’s kitchen. In fact, retro and vintage style has been sweeping the nation over the last few years, with an array of festivals celebrating various eras and American style diners appearing in many towns. It’s even made its way into mainstream fashion, affirming that vintage can be thoroughly modern.
Frequently Asked Questions about Retro Kitchens
How much does a Crème de la Crème kitchen cost?
Craftsmanship and quality carpentry is at the heart of every Crème de la Crème kitchen. Designed to stand out and make a statement, a retro kitchen is a worthwhile investment for your home. Our knowledgeable design team is here to collaborate with you, guide you through the kitchen design process and advise you on the best bespoke kitchen solutions for your budget.
What is the difference between an English Rose Kitchen and a Crème de la Crème kitchen?
The English Rose kitchen was in vogue in the 1950s, when households around the country craved a new, post-war, America-inspired design. Today, retro and vintage styles have been sweeping the nation once again, affirming that vintage can be thoroughly modern.
Specially designed for the practicalities of modern life – which demand far more than the original English Rose can offer – our modern retro kitchens are made from durable materials, feature ultra hard-wearing paint finishes and allow for the seamless installation of integrated appliances while still staying true to the original 1950s-inspired design.
What is a modern retro-style kitchen?
The Crème de la Crème kitchen combines modern luxury with a generous dose of retro design, inspired by the American diners of the mid-century. The materials used in kitchens of the post-war era featured curved drawers and vibrant colour combinations. We honour these retro features in our modern-day retro-style kitchens whilst still crafting a room that comfortably adapts to open-plan living and the state-of-the-art appliances that are typical of luxury kitchens today.
What are the retro colours?
One of the greatest hallmarks of a retro kitchen is the bold colour combinations that were prevalent during the 1950s. With our select palette of 14 High Gloss colours and our designers’ ability to pair your vintage-style cabinets with contrasting worktops, backsplashes and flooring options, the Crème de la Crème kitchen is truly customisable.
Whether you opt for one of our retro shades like Cardinal Red, Sugar Almond Cream or Sugar Candy Pink or a more contemporary colour palette, our hand-polished gloss paint finish gives an exquisite depth of colour that is extremely durable.
Why are retro-style kitchens so popular today?
Home trends evolve over the years, but when the fashions of yesterday become popular once again, it’s evident they are meant to last. The retro theme is gaining popularity throughout the art, fashion and music worlds, so it is perhaps no surprise that retro kitchen design is also back in vogue. Unique enough to make a statement without forgoing the practicalities of contemporary kitchen ranges, Crème de la Crème is the perfect design for lovers of vintage interiors.
If you are ready to install a statement vintage kitchen in your home, get in touch with our skilled team of kitchen designers. They would be delighted to work with you to create the retro kitchen you have always desired.
