Have you ever been in a kitchen that simply felt light, airy, and open? If you're remodeling your kitchen, you might want it to take on this same light and airy look. Here are some ways to achieve that.
Paint the walls white
White kitchens are not as popular as they once were, but they can still be trendy. Even if you don't go with an all-white kitchen, painting the walls white will make the space feel larger and more open. Keep in mind that there are many different whites to choose from. If you look for a share with blue undertones, your space will feel more like the outdoors since the blue tint will remind you of the sky.
Include some open shelving
Including all open shelving in place of cabinets can be a bit much for many homeowners. You do want a few cabinets to hide your less-attractive dinnerware and kitchen supplies. But if you can manage to use open shelving in place of some of your cabinets, it will make your kitchen look more open. You'll be able to see all the way to the back walls.
Keep your appliances lower to the ground
When choosing appliances, try to pick ones that are wide and low rather than tall. This may not always be possible, but do the best you can. If you can keep most appliances below eye level, the kitchen will look larger and more open as you glance around.
Choose less-busy counter patterns
Regardless of the type of counter material you choose, you should have several options when it comes to patterns. Try to look for a less-busy pattern. For example, a granite counter with a few streaks of black running through it is more ideal than one with lots of splotches and small veins. Too much detail will make your kitchen feel overly busy, while less detail will make it more open.
Use only a few colors
Try to choose a limited color scheme. In most cases, it's best to pick three colors. One should be your major color. The second should be an accent color. A third can be a minor accent color. The accent colors can be darker, but make your major color light or even white.
The kitchen remodeling tips listed above will help give your kitchen a lighter, more airy look. Talk to your builders and contractors for additional guidance. For more information about kitchen remodeling projects, reach out to local services.