![\"tor\"](\"https:\/\/www.devolkitchens.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/tor-1200x900.jpg\")
- <\/a>
- <\/ul><\/div><\/p>\n
![\"steak\"](\"https:\/\/www.devolkitchens.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/steak-e1505210450653-1200x1600.jpg\")
- <\/a>
- <\/ul><\/div><\/p>\n
Since working at deVOL, I have noticed myself looking at kitchens everywhere I go, just noticing the material, finish, quality, and of course style. I love getting to see our beautiful kitchens every day, and what makes a kitchen a good one. Well, once\u00a0arriving to my grandparents and sitting down with a cup of tea, I began to realise that their kitchen was actually a very traditional Shaker kitchen! I almost had a sigh of satisfaction as I had seen my Grandma had made some great design choices.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s probably worth mentioning that the kitchen has been there as long as I have, and I am 19\u2026but I think that just proves how traditional style kitchens are timeless! A carpenter had made these cabinets on site with wood recovered from the site or close by. Of course, it isn\u2019t in perfect condition, but the style has remained contemporary and here\u2019s a few\u00a0of reasons why..<\/p>\n
1. A big Belfast sink with a couple of aged brass cross head taps. My favourite thing in a real farmhouse kitchen! They are the focal point in any kitchen, they stand out against painted cabinets and create a cosy farmhouse vibe. Not to mention they are really practical in size and considering my grandma has had this for around 20 years, they must be really sustainable too. The taps remind me of our Aged Brass Mayan style taps, it made me happy knowing that we still sell so many of those taps!<\/p>\n
![\"sink\"](\"https:\/\/www.devolkitchens.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/sink-1200x1600.jpg\")
- <\/a>
- <\/ul><\/div><\/p>\n
2. A chunky AGA! This 3 door AGA\u00a0has also sat comfortably for a number of years, but of course they are known for their longevity, and also their ability to heat up the room\/house. They definitely create a warm and inviting space and are a great addition to any farmhouse or contemporary kitchen.<\/p>\n
![\"agahanging](\"https:\/\/www.devolkitchens.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/agahanging-rail-1200x1600.jpg\")
- <\/ul><\/div><\/p>\n
- <\/ul><\/div><\/p>\n
- <\/ul><\/div><\/p>\n
![\"steak\"](\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button?&url=https:\/\/www.devolkitchens.com\/blog\/a-weekend-in-devon&media=https:\/\/www.devolkitchens.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/tor-1200x900.jpg\")