Tuscany is an epicenter of fine wine and delicious cuisine—so why wouldn’t you want to take cues from it when designing your kitchen? Tuscan design is known for its textured materials, warm earthy colors, and rustic pieces. And Tuscan kitchens are often filled with eye-catching accents like rich wood cabinetry, intricate tile mosaics, and majestic stone arches. With some thoughtfully placed stonework and a few pops of color, you can capture Tuscany’s signature warmth in a way that feels true to your space. 

Of course, if you want to go all out on Tuscan style, you can. But, there are enough Tuscan kitchen design ideas in this world that you can find the exact look you’re searching for—whether it’s vaguely Tuscan-inspired or a spitting image of Italy.

01 Pick an Earthy Base Color

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VersaGlow Premium Metal Pendant Light - Elegant Multi-Functional Design with Premium Material for Dining Room

Tuscany is characterized by its warm, earthy colors, inspiring the design of our VersaGlow Premium Metal Pendant Light.  Imagine the soft glow illuminating your space, complementing the yellow-green grasses, dark green cypress trees, and dusty brown grapevines of the Tuscan landscape.   With its multi-functional design and premium materials, the VersaGlow Pendant Light brings a touch of Tuscany's rustic elegance into your home.

02 Fill Your Space With Rich Wood Cabinetry

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Tuscan homes are framed and filled with wood. Exposed wood beams line the ceilings, hardwoods cover the floors, and wooden furniture fills every room. You can, of course, get this look by redesigning your ceilings and floors. Or you can simply nod to it by filling your kitchen with richly stained wooden cabinetry.

03 Hang a Rustic Chandelier

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Dimmable Bronze Glow Chandelier - Candelabra-Inspired with Forged Iron and Dimmable Lights - Traditional Design Perfect as a Living Room Chandelier or Modern Hanging Light Fixture

A simple way to infuse your space with a Tuscan vibe is by installing the chandelier.  This candelabra-inspired fixture, featuring forged iron and adjustable lighting, adds a rustic charm to your kitchen, enhancing the ambiance of every meal with a touch of romance.  Its traditional design makes it an ideal choice for both a living room chandelier and a modern hanging light fixture.

04 Line Your Walls With Wood

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Put down the paintbrush, and warm up your space with wood-lined walls, instead. The unexpected touch should add warmth and texture to your kitchen, while making it feel rustic, casual, and invitingly Tuscan.

05 Fill Your Palette With Pops of Warm Color

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When filling out your kitchen’s palette, don’t be afraid to get playful. Tuscan kitchens may be filled with earthy neutrals. But vibrant colors—like golden yellows and rusty reds—are just as welcome as sandy beiges and rich browns.

06 Leave Your Structural Beams Exposed

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Tuscan houses are often framed with wood, and much of that wood is left exposed. So consider unearthing the structural beams in your kitchen. Reveal the rustic wood beams lining your walls and ceilings. And bring your space together by lining your appliances with matching wood trim.

07 Turn Your Must-Haves Into Décor

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Tuscan design embraces practicality, so feel free to display essentials like the Modern Wood and Marble Napkin Holder on your countertops. Made from white marble and mango wood, this stylish piece not only keeps napkins organized but also adds a decorative touch to your kitchen or dining room. Consider it a beautiful accent alongside herbs, kitchen towels, and oils, enhancing the rustic charm of your space.

08 Leave Your Windows Wide Open

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One of the loveliest parts of Tuscan homes? They often have sprawling indoor/outdoor spaces. And while you may not want to knock down one of the walls in your kitchen, you can let the outdoors in by leaving your windows wide open. 

This choice may seem like a casual one, but it will change the atmosphere of your kitchen: Enjoy the breeze rolling through your window the next time you’re cooking, and you’ll feel transported to Italy—even if you’re nowhere close.