Choosing a color for the kitchen.
Part 1. Playing with space
Part 1. Playing with space
Color has a huge impact on the way a space feels. It can make your kitchen appear larger or smaller, warmer or cooler. Understanding how color affects your kitchen design will help you choose the best color scheme that will enhance the overall look of the space while still respecting your color preferences.
Choosing colors in the kitchen.
Part 1. Playing with space
Part 1. Playing with space
Color has a huge impact on the way a space feels. It can make your kitchen appear larger or smaller, warmer or cooler. Understanding how color affects your kitchen design will help you choose the best color scheme that will enhance the overall look of your space while still respecting your color preferences.
This part of the first article is about choosing color. It tells how color can be used to visually change the geometry of space.
In the second part describes in detail the technical aspects of color selection and how colors combine with each other
In the second part describes in detail the technical aspects of color selection and how colors combine with each other
Changed space
Depending on what you want from your space, the colors you choose will help you achieve the desired effect. They can create the illusion of a changed space. Cool, light shades can help make a room appear larger, while warm, dark colors can make a room appear smaller or visually bring a high ceiling closer. Similarly, the texture of the materials you choose will affect how the space is perceived.
The effect created by the cold texture of stainless steel will be very different from the effect created by the warm texture of natural wood. At the same time, the combination of these two materials will produce a completely different, third effect.
After all, nothing affects the perception of your kitchen like bright colors. Bright orange or turquoise can add a special touch to the kitchen design if used correctly.
After all, nothing affects the perception of your kitchen like bright colors. Bright orange or turquoise can add a special touch to the kitchen design if used correctly.
The combination of stainless steel and painted facades gives a third effect
Color effects
The basic rule of using color is a 60-30-10 ratio between 3 colors: the main (or supporting) color, which is used the most, the supporting color, which shades the main one, and the color accent - bright spots that help create a mood. In the kitchen, the main color can be the color of the walls or facades, which supports the color of the floor and countertop, and the accent can be the color of individual facades or kitchen accessories and small kitchen appliances.
This table contains color combinations that will help visually enlarge or reduce your kitchen:
This table contains color combinations that will help visually enlarge or reduce your kitchen:
The warm yellow color on the walls and ceiling in this kitchen helps to visually increase the space and ceiling height.
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Textures
Mixed tones and textures can add warmth and visual appeal to any room
Textures are the surface of materials used in interior design and furniture. Textures add contrast and make your kitchen more interesting.
Consider textures from two perspectives - visual and tactile. The textures of some materials become apparent only when you touch them. Others have deep patterns and are immediately visible, creating a visual effect. Good design usually combines 3-4 materials with different textures in the kitchen.
Consider textures from two perspectives - visual and tactile. The textures of some materials become apparent only when you touch them. Others have deep patterns and are immediately visible, creating a visual effect. Good design usually combines 3-4 materials with different textures in the kitchen.
In this table, we have compiled the characteristics of different materials and the effects their textures bring to the kitchen:
Allow yourself bright colors! ... In the right places
Facades should be done in calm colors so that in a year you don't have the desire to change them.
As a rule, facades are one of the most expensive components of the kitchen and their service life is from 5 to 15 years. Therefore, it makes sense to make them in calmer tones so that in a year you do not have a desire to change them.
The same applies to the countertop and floor.
But you can express yourself and have fun from the heart by using bright colors and accents in accessories, small kitchen appliances and decorative elements.
For example, in such as:
The same applies to the countertop and floor.
But you can express yourself and have fun from the heart by using bright colors and accents in accessories, small kitchen appliances and decorative elements.
For example, in such as:
- Decorative inserts and borders on the floor
- Curtains
- Tablecloths
- Coasters
- Kitchen towels
- Chair covers
- Wallpaper
- Paintings
- Tiles on the work wall
- Sinks
- Faucets
- Coffee makers and kettles
- Blenders
- Toasters
- Plates and pans
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Color schemes
There are many color schemes, but when choosing the one that suits you, it is worth considering the following things:
- How memorable is this color scheme?
- How will this color combination coordinate with the overall style of the home?
- What emotions do these colors evoke?
The three most common color schemes are the "white" scheme, the "chromatic" scheme, and the "natural" scheme.
Kitchen facades dictate the main color in the kitchen, but in addition to them, you should also not forget about the color of the walls, floor, countertops and various kitchen accessories. Think about how all these elements will be combined with each other?
The three most common color schemes are the “white” scheme, the “chromatic” scheme and the “natural” scheme.
The “white” scheme is the most famous and popular - almost everything is painted white, and what is not white has a specific reason for this. This scheme is elegant, always looks modern and tasteful.
The “chromatic” scheme, unlike the white scheme, involves the use of color on all surfaces. Its main effect is to create a strong emotion, mood, motivating to action.
The “natural” scheme uses neutral natural tones and materials such as brick, concrete, wood, metal, glass. It reflects harmony with nature and brings peace and confidence.
The three most common color schemes are the “white” scheme, the “chromatic” scheme and the “natural” scheme.
The “white” scheme is the most famous and popular - almost everything is painted white, and what is not white has a specific reason for this. This scheme is elegant, always looks modern and tasteful.
The “chromatic” scheme, unlike the white scheme, involves the use of color on all surfaces. Its main effect is to create a strong emotion, mood, motivating to action.
The “natural” scheme uses neutral natural tones and materials such as brick, concrete, wood, metal, glass. It reflects harmony with nature and brings peace and confidence.
Read more about the technical aspects of color selection, color combination rules, and color schemes in the second part of the article
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