Seeing as the kitchen is one of the most used rooms in the house, it is essential to create a warm and inviting environment in terms of kitchen layout, design, color combinations, and decor. One of the key steps in creating this type of place is choosing the right color scheme for the kitchen. For the first timers, it can be very intimidating figuring out what colors to use. How will you know what hues will make this space open and inviting, what type of paint should be used in this high-heat and high-traffic area, or even what the best color for a kitchen is? With all that is available, it can make you feel overwhelmed.

It is very important to start with the right things first. I like to start with the look that you are trying to convey in your new space. If you are thinking more of the Metro look then cooler, bright and fun colors come to mind. While bright blues, yellows and greens are wonderful colors that make a statement, they may not fit well with a traditional or formal design look.

The key is to make sure that all of the colors you pick for your kitchen flow well with all the other rooms abutting. The design scheme that you choose will help you make the right color decisions. For example contemporary colors often consist of beige, ivory, blue and tan however more traditional hues include deep reds, dark browns and darker yellows.

When it comes to the kitchen, there are many different materials that you can also play and have fun with. Different materials of wood or paint for the cabinetry, stone or acrylic for the counters, appliance finishes and tile for your back splash or floor give you the chance to bring different textures into your space. I personally love helping and bringing it all together with clients so that it not only functions well but accents who they are at this stage of their life. You can tell and feel the difference when you walk into a kitchen space when careful thought and planning are executed well. The end result will be a new space that lives and breathes with you and your family. Try to make the process a fun experience and if it isn’t, consult with a professional. After all, you work hard so that you can take the time to enjoy your space with friends and family for many years ahead.

Tim Holick

This entry was posted in Kitchen Design on October 9, 2013 by THblog.