A popular trend in the fashion world, color-blocking encouraged designers to push the boundaries of color. Today, the technique is now being embraced by many interior design professionals and home decorators, especially in the kitchen, as a way to spruce up a neutral scheme and help a space stand out.
Top Tips for Incorporating Color-Blocking
Start Small
Whether you want a look that leaves a lasting impact or simply wish to dip your toes into this daring style, take a light approach to color-blocking and adorn your kitchen with bright-colored furniture, countertop appliances or kitchenware. These things are easier to switch up than appliances and walls.
Opt for a Dramatic Color
For an ultramodern look, opt for a dark base cabinet color and then introduce vibrant blocks of color to disrupt the moody scheme. In a kitchen, the contrast between dark and bright shades boosts the color-blocking effect, creating a lively ambiance when cooking and dining.
Select Shades From the Same Color Family
If you are not too confident integrating varying hues that will work together cohesively or you prefer a color palette that is a bit subtler than other designs, a simple kitchen remodel solution is to layer shades from the same color family rather than those that are opposites on the color wheel. To increase visual interest, you can also use contrasting textures on surfaces, such as metallic, tiled, glossy and matte.
Paint Your Cabinets in Different Colors
An affordable and eccentric way to experiment with color-blocking in your kitchen is to paint your cabinets in a clashing mix of colors. This project can be completed over the weekend and will only cost you a few cans of paint.
Add a Colored Backsplash or Island
Work an island or a backsplash in a cheery shade into your kitchen. You can use coordinating colors to create a space that looks impressive but still cohesive. Another choice is to select clashing combinations, such as bright yellow and muted purple, to add a layer of visual interest to the space.
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