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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Abby Wilson

What's the difference between American and British kitchens? Designers from both sides of the pond explain

Three kitchen designs side by side.

Although every home is undeniably unique, American and British interior design styles are set apart by a handful of defining characteristics. And while subtle clues can be found in just about every space, certain rooms reveal these differences more than others. 

The difference between British and American interior styles can be seen quite clearly in the kitchen, where the chosen aesthetic influences everything from storage to natural lighting. Though the styles have slowly blended as our world has become more interconnected, certain qualities still stand out as distinctly one or the other. 

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