When choosing a color scheme for the design of the kitchen, many prefer light shades. This is by no means accidental. Gentle tones make the room cozy and bright, visually expand its boundaries. Such a kitchen always looks clean, it is pleasant to be in it. So that the room does not seem boring, it is worth considering some of the nuances of the style and correctly place the emphasis.
Color spectrum
There are many pleasant light tones, allowing you to create stylish kitchen interiors.
- White color - universal option. It fits perfectly into any interior, has a lot of variations (boiling white, milky, pearl). In modern and classic interiors, such furniture looks luxurious and expensive, and in the "rustic" - original and charming.
- Beige tones (vanilla, caramel) create a warm, cozy atmosphere. This choice is ideal for those who find white furniture too austere and “cold.” Such shades look best in classic, modern, eco style.
- Light gray tint Suitable for spacious, well-lit rooms. Despite the apparent ugliness of the ash tone, it can look very impressive surrounded by snow-white objects. Such a cold gamut is characteristic of minimalism and hi-tech, sometimes found in Provence and the Scandinavian direction.
- Pastel shades (gentle light variations of pink, peach, blue, lavender, olive and other colors) can be harmoniously combined with white or beige, as well as with contrasting accents. Some of these shades fit well in Provence.In modernity, all options are good.
Thus, the palette of light tones is very wide. And if you take into account the variety of textures, the number of design options is increasing. Luxurious luster, shimmering luster, “velvet” dullness, woody texture - all this looks completely different. And if you add beautiful accessories and a spectacular apron, a bright kitchen can be your pride.
Types and placement of headset
The shape of the headset, which determines its location in the room, is selected based on the area of the kitchen.
- Direct models are linear (near one wall). This is the most common option.
- Angular headsets are usually chosen in cases of running out of space. Such models use the angle, which allows the most efficient use of every meter of a small room.
- U-shaped arrangement is a rarity. Given the light tone of the furniture, even in this version, it will not "weight" the interior.
- Headsets with an island or a bar are original and very effective. However, such a solution can only be implemented in a spacious room. In studio apartments, the bar counter often serves as a separator of space into the kitchen area and resting place.
As for the materials, the highest quality are wood products. However, they are the most expensive.
MDF belongs to the middle price category. The material may be coated with veneer or film. Due to this, it takes any shade, becomes glossy (enamel) or matte.
Chipboard - a budget option. Decorative coating gives the material any tone and texture. However, many people avoid buying such furniture due to the use of formaldehyde in its manufacture.
The countertop can also be any. For the manufacture of this important part of the kitchen, they use natural and artificial stone, solid wood, chipboard, MDF. The most practical options are with a motley pattern (speckled). Surfaces made of granite or its imitation perfectly hide minor damage spots.
If you are used to taking furniture with care, any of the options will be a great choice for you.
Suitable styles
Light colors fit perfectly into almost any design direction. For the design of country houses often choose the "village" styles (country, Provence, shabby chic). In city apartments, there is laconic minimalism, elegant classics, brutal loft, and airy Scandinavian motifs. Each style has its own characteristics regarding decoration, furniture design and the overall color scheme of the room. Let's consider each of them in more detail.
Classic
The classic kitchen is the epitome of elegance. It can be austere and restrained or royally luxurious. Furniture is made of wood or its imitation, may have a snow-white, milky or beige shade. Doors are usually oar.
As decorations, patina, carving, sophisticated accessories in vintage style can be used. For tabletops, choose natural or artificial stone. The apron is decorated with ceramic tiles.
In such a kitchen, the light tone of the headset can be combined with dark noble shades. More often it is the nuances of coffee with milk and dark chocolate. Less common are combinations with gray, black, navy blue.
If a neoclassical trend is chosen, the light shade can be diluted with bright accents of turquoise, blue, and purple. In the modern interpretation of the classics, it is also possible to use glass with photo printing for an apron.
The main thing is to consider the style of the environment when choosing a drawing. In this case, images of medieval castles, imitation of paintings and old photos are suitable.
Hi-tech, minimalism, modern
Modern styles suggest other lines and shapes. Headsets can have either straight or rounded shapes.Different options for opening doors can be used, including lifting up and folding according to the accordion principle. Minimalism and hi-tech suggest cold shades of steel, spectacular contrasts.
The boiling white or light gray set can be complemented by black and asphalt strokes in the decoration of the countertop, apron or floor. Sometimes brown shades are also used. Accents can be put bright spots of red, mint, yellow, orange. The fittings are concise, often missing.
The color scheme of Art Nouveau is more extensive. In addition to dazzling whiteness and a gentle creamy tone, it is allowed to choose for the headset pale tones of blue, pink, gray, purple, olive and other colors. Here the design is more “lively” and original.
Facades can be glossy or matte. Photo printing on the cabinet doors looks interesting. You can leave the headset monophonic, and highlight the apron with a beautiful pattern. Colored tiles, glass, plastic - there are many options. You can also prefer furniture with a wood texture of a natural beige shade. In such a kitchen it will always be warm and cozy.
Scandinavian direction
This style is chosen by those who love the identity, spaciousness and plenty of white. Here, not only the headset itself can be snow-white, but also the walls. Prints are extremely rare here (mainly on woven rugs). As for the decoration, apron and furniture, they are made in plain color. The working area is decorated with square tiles or ceramic imitating bricks.
Headsets of the Nordic direction are discreet simplicity. However, the style cannot be called cold and boring. Cozy atmosphere is added by a countertop and other objects made of wood. Upper cabinets are often replaced by open shelves.
The general color scheme of such rooms includes white, gray, beige and brown tones. Also, the interior is decorated with vibrant greenery. Small bright accents of red, yellow or orange in the decor are acceptable.
Provence
This style is similar to the previous one in its simplicity and lightness. However, the vintage mood is more pronounced here. Rectangular cabinets made of wood or its imitation are painted in one of light tones, as if burnt in the sun: olive, blue, gray or mint.
Of course, white color is also allowed. The fittings are made in the old style “bronze”. The countertop can either have a natural wooden color, or be painted (usually in white or dark brown).
The space is “enlivened” with wallpaper in a flower or strip, textile accessories. For the apron can be selected tile "boar" or patchwork. Decoration of walls and a working area with decorative plates, boards, open shelves is welcome.
Unlike minimalism, where all kitchen utensils are hidden inside cabinets and drawers, here the cooks and spices placed on rails are even welcome.
Loft
This extraordinary style creates a not very homely atmosphere in the room. Unprocessed concrete or brick walls, communications left in sight, metal fixtures or bulbs hanging on wires - all this looks very specific. Nevertheless, a white headset can transform the atmosphere and make it less gloomy.
Design is welcome simple. There should be no jewelry in the form of an apron with print or beautiful fittings. The color scheme of the room may include white, black, gray, brown. However, even within the framework of this design concept, the interior can be made more interesting. For example, a blackboard can be used as an apron, and a red refrigerator or yellow chairs can become a bright accent.
Design features in monochrome
If the kitchen is made in one color, it is worth highlighting with a different shade either a countertop or an apron. Otherwise, everything will merge into an incomprehensible bright spot. The accent can be either soft (for example, a combination of white with beige), or more contrast.
Before you make repairs, decide what the color of your future headset will be. It is desirable that the floor covering be at least a couple of tones different from the tone of the lower cabinets. This is especially true for kitchens with light-wood furniture and beige parquet floors.
If in the kitchen with a snow-white set you want to make the floor of the tiles of the same color, you can choose products with a picture. The black-and-white “checkerboard” flooring also looks interesting, however, such a bold design move should be carefully considered, because sharp contrasts often tire.
Wallpaper can have a print. Stucco or paint on the walls should also be slightly different in color from the furniture. The exception is minimalism, where glossy facades seem to dissolve in space, as well as the Scandinavian style. In the latter case, not only an apron can be decorated with white tiles. This allows you to highlight the walls due to the texture of the material.
The contrasting dark floor looks spectacular. However, this solution is suitable only for spacious rooms. If the kitchen is small, it is better to dwell on the light design of all surfaces. But the dark countertop does not give the effect of visual reduction of space at all, although the apron in this case is better to make a gentle shade.
The interior, fully executed in pastel colors, will look good in the classics, and in Provence, and in modernity. In the first case, the atmosphere will not allow you to become a boring game of halftone finishes, the luxury of decorative furniture elements, elegant lamps and curtains. In the second, floral motifs and the atmosphere of rustic comfort will play their part. In the third option, you can use discreet photo wallpaper or an interesting glass apron.
If the abundance of cold whiteness does not cause you hospital associations, you can arrange a minimalist kitchen in this color.
In such a room it will be easy to breathe, the atmosphere will create an atmosphere of calm and tranquility. Snow-white Scandinavian cuisine can be abundantly decorated with potted greens. Warm wooden countertops and a colorful rug will make the room cozy.
Add bright accents
If the interior in bright colors seems boring to you, you can add interesting details and bright colors to the atmosphere. First of all, the headset may not be monophonic. For example, the top can be done in white, and the bottom in light gray or beige. This option will already look more original than monochrome cabinets.
You can choose an unexpectedly bright apron for a plain kitchen. Yellow or orange color will create the illusion of the presence of sunlight in the room. Green will remind you of summer. Blue, blue, turquoise tones will bring a touch of marine freshness to the interior.
Besides, You can add brightness to the kitchen with the help of other furniture (for example, chairs), curtains, and decor items. Create a romantic setting pink or purple shades. Looks sensually in bright colors cherry color.
Red - a bold choice. This color energizes, increases appetite, however, it is better to use it in very limited quantities. Saturated shades give the interior a bright personality.
But if you want the room to remain bright, you should not get carried away with accents. 2-3 elements are quite enough. For example, chairs with an apron or curtains can overlap in color.
Good examples of interior design
In conclusion, we offer you some ideas for designing a bright kitchen in different styles.
The gentle range of the classic interior is effectively shaded by coffee curtains. Luxurious crystal lamps and mirrors enhance the effect of spaciousness and zero gravity.
A fresh and at the same time cozy combination was obtained from a combination of white, beige and blue colors. The textured facades of the upper cabinets make the headset even more interesting.
Black and white contrast always looks spectacular and expensive. The tabletop and apron with photo printing seem to form a single surface. Due to the light floors and walls, the design does not cease to be light. A wenge-colored table blends harmoniously into a minimalist interior.
The absence of curtains on the window allows the sun to freely enter the room. A dining table, chairs and countertop made of wood soften the abundance of whiteness characteristic of the Scandinavian style. A rug, flowers - that’s all you need for a cozy home environment.
The ennobled loft combines brutality and neat aesthetics. White facades blend perfectly with brick walls and brown floors. Roller blinds and bar stools support the general mood.
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