Color In The Kitchen
What is great about designing color into a kitchen is the vast majority of opportunities one has to live with, and use color. Color can be bold, yet seen only in a few, carefully chosen, design elements. It can be a commitment, as a colorful cabinet or countertop is, or it can be used as paint...easy to change as one's moods change.
I always recommend that one visualizes the end result first. This provides a color strategy. Accessories add color. In fact, accessories can be the only color used in the kitchen - but that "look" should be planned carefully from the start.
How color cautious are you? To find out, look through as many images as you can to determine exactly where your comfort zone lies. Notice color, especially in context to surrounding colors. Study the color stories of the images that speak to you. Soon the answers will reveal themselves...in living color!
I always recommend that one visualizes the end result first. This provides a color strategy. Accessories add color. In fact, accessories can be the only color used in the kitchen - but that "look" should be planned carefully from the start.
How color cautious are you? To find out, look through as many images as you can to determine exactly where your comfort zone lies. Notice color, especially in context to surrounding colors. Study the color stories of the images that speak to you. Soon the answers will reveal themselves...in living color!
Rich colors on surfaces and accessories add strength and interest
Bright, bold color works well among neutrals
Accessories and tile of a single color create a uniform, simple, color story of neutrals and yellow
Using the strong red knobs to connect with other design elements
A single, color, seen in varied shades adds a simple design statement yet with real color interest
A commitment to red with neutrals in supporting roles
A built in pantry painted green. Green doors add an architectural connection and interest
The color is strong and bold and is all about fashion and modern design