We are all aware that the kitchen is the heart of your home, and this is where memories are made, and some of the most delicious dishes are prepared. Our lives revolve around good food, and only when the kitchen is in good condition, our food will be prepared in the best manner.
The kitchen is the place where our day starts, it is the first place we head to once we come home from work and also the last place we visit before heading to bed. Since we spend a lot of time in the kitchen, it makes sense to invest in it. This can not only impact your mood and food but also improve the value of your home. If you are ready to reinvent your kitchen this year, we have a few ideas that will change the way this space of your home looks.
Get mixed fixtures
Gone are the days when you would have to have everything matching in the kitchen. Right from the lighting to the hardware, you no longer need to match them. Instead, you can mix them up. It can change the entire feeling of the space and add personality to it. While it might take some time for you to get used to the mixed fixtures, it will blend in. You can consider new custom cabinet galleries with eclectic lighting to give a modern yet traditional look to the space. Even traditional hardware with modern doors can give it a unique feel.
Invest in functional storage
Stop hiding everything away in your cabinets. You might have had no other option earlier, but you now need to invest in functional storage and make the most of the space. There are several options for you to consider, right from the pull-out drawers for your spices to the appliance garages, everything can have a place in your kitchen. If you have enough space, you can have a floor-to-ceiling cabinet and you can put unique decor pieces on the upper walls or add a fun light there. Alternatively, you can consider lower drawer storage for heavy pots and pans. Consider your kitchen a hyper-organized space so that when you create a storage area, you can maximize the space and be very strategic about the little details.
Bold colors
The kitchen does not need to be beige or nude, you can try moody colors and uplift the space at a low cost. All-white kitchens have had their days, and now it is time for the rich and dark colors to shine. Experiment with moody colors like reds, greens, blues, or a black countertop. If you do not have the money to invest in it, consider investing in furniture pieces or accessories that can add color to the space. You might also want to bring the outdoors in by investing in plants for your kitchen. Look for small plants that are low-maintenance, and can be placed on the window sill or the kitchen table.
Statement hoods
By creating a focal point in the kitchen, you will attract attention to it and reinvent the space without investing a lot of money. The range hood has become a major feature in the kitchen nowadays and there are several types you can choose from. You can see range hoods in metal, stone, brick, drywall, board, or shiplap. With a statement range hood in the kitchen, you are making your kitchen shine in the home.
Create unique storage spaces
Do away with the open shelves or the boring storage cabinets. Liven up the kitchen by creating unique storage spaces. Implement hanging storage spaces for quick access, and if you have a small kitchen, look for compact and smart storage solutions so you can make the most of the available area. Make the most of every little space in the kitchen and create spaces for electrical appliances or lazy corners. You can have adequate storage space in the kitchen without compromising on the idea of a modern kitchen.
Sustainable materials
This is the year of opting for materials that do less harm to the environment, and if you want to do your bit, invest in sustainable materials for the kitchen. With all-white kitchens being out, you need to look for natural wood or reclaimed wood and create a warm color palette. If you want to experiment with colors, you can do so with the wall color or the furniture. Use natural wood for the cabinets or cutting boards, and opt for reclaimed wood for the countertop or open shelves.
The kitchen in your home does not have to be a boring space, nor does it need to be an all-white area. Make it your favorite space in the home and experiment with colors, furniture, and lighting.