Considering a bolder hue for your compact kitchen? Proceed with caution - here are some essential tips to ensure success.
Dark kitchens continue to be a popular trend, with a focus on depth, texture, and layered materials, according to Emily Pickett, a design consultant at Kitchens by Holloways. This approach creates a sense of individuality and permanence, offering a timeless backdrop that can be tailored with accessories or contrasting tones.
One interior designer, Lexie Saine, recommends using lighter countertops with darker cabinets to open up and add airiness to small kitchens, while suggesting darker countertops with lighter cabinets for contrast and drama. Warm walnut, rich chocolate, or moody paint colors like plum, green, navy, or earthy browns can make a smaller kitchen feel curated and inviting.
Saine, who holds a Master's degree in Interior Architecture and Design from the Academy of Art University and a Bachelor's degree from Loyola Marymount University, emphasizes the importance of balancing dark tones with reflective finishes, such as open shelving or lighter flooring, to prevent a small kitchen from feeling closed in.
Emily Pickett, also from Kitchens By Holloways, suggests that dark colors in a small kitchen can create a sense of intimacy and drama when used thoughtfully. She notes that dark colors are an excellent choice in kitchens where natural light is abundant, or where lighting can be layered effectively to create a luxurious, cocooning atmosphere.
However, painting a small kitchen in dark tones can make the space feel boxed in and tiny if not balanced properly. To mitigate this, Saine suggests using lighter worktops, reflective surfaces, or warm metallic details.
Kitchens by Holloways, a design and build company, considers not just the kitchen but the overall layout, whether it's a single room, an open-plan space, or an entire home, to deliver beautiful, functional designs that enhance everyday living.
Lexie Saine, born in France and raised in Atherton, California, established Lexie Saine Design in 2016. Prior to this, she worked at some of San Francisco's most prestigious interior design and millwork firms. Her design philosophy is a blend of French elegance and California relaxed sophistication.
Small kitchen accessories, such as a marble tray, brass salt and pepper mills, and a chic Scalloped Rattan Bowl, can be used to add elegance, visual interest, and organization.
In conclusion, dark colors can be a great choice for smaller kitchens, providing a sense of depth, intimacy, and style. However, it's essential to balance these dark tones with lighter elements to avoid making the space feel cramped. With careful consideration and thoughtful design, a dark kitchen can become a timeless and inviting space.
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